Monday, February 12, 2007
The small Alpine town of Brides-les-Bains lies just 6km above the gateway town of Moutiers and a 20- to 25-minute drive from the more famous ski centres of Meribel and Courchevel in the Trois Vallees region. It is a quaint and traditional mountain village which claims to have one of the largest spa centres in France and has a peaceful, friendly feel. Skiers looking for a genuine French flavour should consider this resort with its good choice of reasonably-priced hotel and apartment accommodation. Although ski access takes longer – the central Olympe gondola takes about 25 minutes to reach the heart of Meribel – it passes through beautiful scenery and small villages on the way.