Surrounded by numerous local hamlets, this small town has approximately 6,000 residents, a train station and a good infrastructure. The town is surrounded by nature (la Vanoise national park) and located at the base of the St.Bernhard Pass leading to Italy-Aosta Valley. Nearby ski ressorts: les Arcs, La Plagne, Tignes, Val d'Isère, La Rosière, te Foy. You'll find cross-country skiing to glacier and summer skiing. There are many hiking and touring possibilities and snow until May