La Grave-La Meije, the world's most beautiful ski resort: . 2nd in terms of "extraordinary views", . 3rd in terms of "grandiose mountains" Source: the American journalist Jimmy Petterson. Skate in Villar d'Arêne, admire the resort's famed torchlit descents, listen spellbound to local storytellers, and learn how to climb ice falls with qualified Hautes-Alpes guides. This is just a sample of the numerous activities on offer here! If you're more interested in culture and local heritage, visit the communal oven in Villar d'Arêne (prior booking required tel: +33.4 76 79 90 00), or the mill (tel: +33.4 76 79 96 21) and communal oven in the hamlet of Le Chazelet (tel: +33.4 76 79 92 62).