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ARÊCHESŠBEAUFORT, FRANCE

An o -the-radar traditional village with 30 miles of piste but great backcountry and o -piste. A new gondola links its two sectors, Grand Mont and Planay.

SAINT GERVAIS LES BAINS, FRANCE Traditionally a spa town, now linked to Megève and the 280mile Evasion Mont Blanc area. A smart, welcoming village with sensible prices.

PRALOGNANŠLAŠVANOISE, FRANCE A compact, o -the-beaten-track resort at the end of a cul-desac valley with great touring potential, near Vanoise National Park and its glaciers.