Saint-Colomban-des-Villards, a delightful village in the Villards Valley
Saint-Colomban-des-Villards is at the edge of the Sybelles skiing area. It is an attractive Alpine ski resort, nestling in a magnificent valley at the heart of Savoie. Here you can have fun skiing in light and abundant snow in winter and savour all the enjoyment of the mountains in summer. A chance to enjoy peace, a change of scenery and new experiences!
Saint-Colomban-des-Villards, an authentically Savoyard village
From your chalet rental in Saint-Colomban-des-Villards, you will have plenty of time to discover this small mountain village, its calm and authentic atmosphere, its wild and magnificent landscapes. Halfway up the slope of the Col du Glandon, set in a landscape of snow-capped peaks, Saint-Colomban is a village resort on a human scale which lends itself as well to the desire for relaxation as for active relaxation: downhill skiing, cross-country skiing, skiing hiking, snowboarding, snowshoeing, tobogganing, torchlight descents followed by mulled wine... Within walking distance of the large Sybelles estate, that of Saint-Colomban-des-Villards extends over 45 kilometers of slopes , with 3 green slopes, 9 blue slopes, 4 red slopes and 2 black slopes. Off-piste enthusiasts will also find what they are looking for here.
In summer, Saint-Colomban-des-Villards offers vacationers a multitude of activities: hiking, cycling, mountain biking, mountaineering, climbing, via ferrata, paragliding, horse riding, fishing, and many other outdoor activities to satisfy all your desires for sport and adventure. To satisfy your thirst for culture, you will have to visit the small church of St Colomban des Villards, the snow factory and the heritage house dedicated to the life of the local mountain community (traditional costumes, fabrics, embroidery, etc.). To this, we can add the neighboring village of Saint-Alban, the mountain chalets and green pastures of the Vallée des Villards or the ancient hamlets of Saint-Étienne-de-Cuines and Sainte-Marie-de-Cuines. An irresistible invitation to travel to the heart of our mountains!
The Vallée des Villards, between forests, lakes, torrents and peaks
Located just 10 km from the A43 motorway, the Vallée des Villards is also the first access point to the Sybelles ski area, the largest in Maurienne, with 310 km of slopes! It is also a wild and preserved site, ideal for summer activities. Around Saint-Colomban and Saint-Alban-des-Villards, countless hiking trails allow you to explore the Alpine mountains and appreciate their heritage and natural riches. From Saint-Colomban-des-Villards, go up the road to the Col du Glandon, the legendary pass of the Tour de France, to reach the Cime du Sambuis, at the highest point in the Vallée des Villards. Set out to conquer Puy Gris (2908 m), one of the most beautiful mountains in Belledonne. Get as close as possible to the Aiguilles d'Argentière, the highest peak in Valloire. Without a doubt, the Vallée des Villards is one of the most beautiful places to visit in Savoie during your stay in our holiday residence Olydea Saint-Colomban-des-Villard !