For true relaxation after skiing, hiking, mountain biking or an intensive bike route, the hotel now offers a newly built sauna for guests to really revitalize. A sauna will do you good!

Gîte Les Mélèzes is open all year and welcomes you in a warm and friendly atmosphere.
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Situated in the small village of Villar d’Arène at 1650 m altitude, at the foot of Parc des Ecrins, Gîte Les Mélèzes offers you to discover all the riches of the valley of the Haute-Romanche and the massif of La Meije.

The winter is beautiful in Villar d’Arène! In winter Gîte Les Mélèzes is a perfect starting point for snowshoeing or skiing, but also for those who love cross-country skiing and cross-country skiing.

In summer Gîte Les Mélèzes is a privileged stage for hikers who wish to discover the flora and fauna in the surroundings, or on the way of the GR 54.

Gîte Les Mélèzes is only 3 km from the site of La Grave-La Meije, a unique site worldwide renowned for its legendary off-trail routes.

Many outdoor activities await you. During summer and winter there are many activities possible for memorable to experience with friends or family.

It is the perfect base for walkers and nature lovers and in winter for snowshoe hikers and cross-country skiers, but also for fans of the ski slopes and cross-country skiing. Located just 3 km from the La Grave-La Meije, which is known worldwide for the legendary off-piste routes.

Also ideal for tourcyclists and cyclists because of its ideal location near Col du Lautaret and Col du Galibier. Bike shed with tools is available on site.

Summer activities: Mountain biking, road biking, hiking, climbing, Via ferrata, tennis, mini golf, fishing, paragliding, cable car stoll to the glaciers of La Meije, Botanical Garden of Col du Lautaret; one of the most beautiful in Europe, walks with donkeys and so on.

Winter activities: Alpine skiing, family ski-village, the glaciers of La Meije, sled dog rides, off piste skiing, Nordic skiing, snowshoeing, Nordic walking, skiing hockey, ice rink, sledding areas, air boarding and son on.

Discover a Nordic activity close to nature, sitting in the sled and guided by the musher. During winter and summer for an unforgettable family time! For more information contact 0608482996.