Val d'isere

All

I'm looking at going to Val d'isere in early to mid January but i'm getting nervous that le face de bellevarde will be fenced off in advance/preparations for the World Champs. I'd be a bit gutted if i went to Val and wasn't able to attempt this run.

Has anyone heard anything on when they will be closing the run off?

Thanks

I'm going to Val the 3 week of Jan, that hadn't even crossed my mind. Have you tried contacting the tourist office? They will probably tell you.

Welcome to the J2ski madhouse :D

Cheers NellyPS. I haven't tried that yet, good idea though. Hopefully they'll speak english!

Have you skied le face de bellevarde before? Is it as daunting as some suggest? I've skied in St Anton, Soll and Alpe d'huez previously, does anything compare?

I've been in Val D'Isere in the week running up to the Mens Downhill 3 or 4 times. Also last year to the Mens Super G on Le Face, which was used as a dress rehersal for the World Championships. On all occations the runs were only closed for 4 or 5 days before the race, so I would be very surprised if they were closed when you are there.

Certainly a must do run for anyone who's happy on a black. I skied it the day after the race last year, 2 feet of fresh snow on top of a race prepared run is interesting to say the least!

Thanks Andy, that has put my mind at rest somewhat!

I definately want to give it a go, i've seen a video on youtube and it looks pretty good.

I have seen plenty of people descending the slope, when I've been on the lift. Mostly they've been on their backs sliding, but at least they all end up back in the village.

Pick a day when the snow is firm and grippy and it will be fun. Pick a day when it's glazed, and you'll wish you'd rented something with sharper edges :mrgreen: