Isola
Nestled into Mercantour National Park's gateway, just 90km north of Nice, lies one of France's best ski resorts. Isola 2000 is a luxury ski resort town with over 2023 hectares of snowy terrain and 43 trail runs. The park is the snowiest resort in France and hosts high-level competitions year-round, including the French and European ski cups.
The snow-covered mountains and slopes of Isola 2000 aren't just reserved for competitive skiers; the resort is welcoming to beginner, intermediate and expert-level skiers. It's also a popular destination with freestyle skiers thanks to the Slopestyle, Big Air, and Handrail features.
As for the resort, guests enjoy various accommodation options, from private apartments and luxury chalets to hotels to suit all budgets. Entertainment is endless too, as Isola 2000 is home to a cinema, shops, bars, and restaurants.
When you're not skiing one of the incredible runs (some of which have sea views on a clear day), you'll likely be snowmobiling through the forest or enjoying an authentic Austrian horse and cart ride through town. The best thing about Isola 2000? The local inhabitants, quaintly known as Isolians, call the resort home and welcome you with open arms.