Réallon
Le Balcon des Écrins – Winter
Club Hotel ★★★

A UNIQUE STAY IN THE MOUNTAINS

The ★★★ club hotel “Le Balcon des Écrins”, set right on the slopes, is the perfect place to recharge your batteries in an idyllic setting of mountains and lakes.

At an altitude of 1,560 metres, the family resort of Réallon is a true paradise for anyone who dreams of outdoor activities in the authentic, friendly atmosphere of the Hautes-Alpes.

Réallon, a winter and summer resort

In winter, skiers of all ages can take to the alpine ski runs and try cross-country skiing, Nordic skiing or snowshoe hiking. Discover dog sledding, fat biking and all the other snow sports on offer!

In summer, come and explore the many hiking trails of the Écrins National Park. Take in the magnificent scenery from the panoramic chairlifts and hurtle down the 9 downhill and enduro mountain bike trails for all levels!

Accommodation on a full board, half board or bed and breakfast basis
Daytime and evening entertainment
Kids’ club: ages 6 to 12 in July and August
Sports and cultural activities
Above-ground pool
FFRandonnée

Sport, relaxation and discovery

something for everyone

Entertainment and leisure

Open-access facilities, plus daytime and evening entertainment

  • Talks on the mountains
  • Kids' club
  • Guided discovery walks
  • Lively evenings
Included Photo – Le Balcon des Écrins, Réallon
Sauna
Included
Hikes and walks starting from the hotel
Included Collection of classic board games on a vintage map – Le Balcon des Écrins, Le Hameau des Oliviers
Board games
Included Toy cabinets in the children's play area – Le Balcon des Écrins, Réallon
Games library
Included
Solarium terrace
Included
Mountain talks
Included
Restaurant with slope views
Included
Beginners' magic carpet

activities and entertainment for all ages

Relax, we'll look after your children

Kids' club Ages 6–12

Supervised by BAFA-qualified activity leaders.

  • Big group games and treasure hunts
  • Creative and nature workshops
  • Evening gatherings and end-of-week disco
  • Show performed by the children

In partnership with the resort

Our preferred partners are at your service

And if you want even more…

Cross-country skiing
Réallon ski resort – Le Balcon des Écrins, Réallon
Discovery walks
Dog sledding
Electric mountain bike hire
Guided hiking
Hiking on foot
Mountain kart
Paragliding
Ripaa 4km
Ski touring
Skiing & snowboarding
Snowscoot
Snowshoe hiking
… and many more! Our teams are on hand to share all their other tips and ideas.

Must-see sights to discover in and around Réallon

The Aiguilles de Chabrières

A stay in Réallon would not be complete without looking up at the spectacular Aiguilles de Chabrières. Rising to 2,403 metres, their astonishing limestone towers dominate the resort and offer exceptional views over Lake Serre-Ponçon. In summer, the panoramic chairlifts make it easy to reach the heights and set off to explore them.

Lake Serre-Ponçon

Between mountains and turquoise waters, Serre-Ponçon offers one of the most spectacular landscapes in the Southern Alps. From Réallon, head down to its shores to alternate swimming, walks, water sports and breaks facing the peaks. Don’t miss Savines-le-Lac and its great bridge, a true gateway to the lake’s many faces.

The Serre du Mouton viewpoint – Réallon

Probably the most accessible and most majestic high-altitude viewpoint over Serre-Ponçon. From the resort of Réallon, two chairlifts give easy access to the ridges overlooking the lake. A few minutes’ walk from the top of the second chairlift, you reach the Serre du Mouton, a natural promontory offering a magnificent panorama over the whole of Lake Serre-Ponçon and the Morgon range.
The atmosphere is unique: a plunging view of the turquoise waters, unspoilt mountain scenery and, as a backdrop, the peaks of the Écrins National Park.

Lac de Saint-Apollinaire

Picture a little mountain lake at an altitude of 1,452 metres, surrounded by forests, with the majestic Pic de Morgon on the horizon. The Lac de Saint-Apollinaire is one of those interludes where slowing down is a pleasure. Strolling, contemplation or fly fishing: here, the mountains are simply there to be savoured.

Boscodon abbey and forest

Hidden in the middle of an exceptional forest lies one of Serre-Ponçon’s great heritage treasures: Boscodon abbey. Its almost thousand-year-old Romanesque architecture and mountain surroundings make it a wonderfully serene stop. Round off your visit with a walk beneath the trees: at Boscodon, heritage and nature are one.

The hamlet of Les Gourniers and the Écrins National Park

At the far end of the Réallon valley, Les Gourniers already gives a delightful feeling of being at the end of the world. This little hamlet marks one of the gateways to the Écrins National Park. From its 17th-century chapel, paths and trails lead you towards waterfalls, mountain streams, alpine pastures and wild valleys. The mountains begin here.

Your stay

Accommodation & dining

Photo – Le Balcon des Écrins, Réallon
Photo – Le Balcon des Écrins, Réallon
Attic room – Le Balcon des Écrins, Réallon
En-suite bathroom – Le Balcon des Écrins, Réallon

36 rooms with 2 to 5 beds

Direct view of the slopes or the resort Television, bathroom with shower or bath Towels and bed linen provided 16 rooms for 2, 10 rooms for 3, 10 rooms for 4

  • Immediate access to the slopes
  • Cot loan on reservation
  • Hairdryer loan
  • Some interconnecting rooms
Photo – Le Balcon des Écrins, Réallon

Restaurant and snack bar with panoramic terrace

Home-style cooking using local produce Hautes-Alpes specialities: tourtons du Champsaur, ravioles, oreilles d'âne Continental breakfast, seasonal fruit and vegetables Varied, balanced packed lunches, to be ordered at reception the day before

  • 300 m² terrace overlooking the mountains
  • Full board, half board or B&B
Photo – Le Balcon des Écrins, Réallon
Photo – Le Balcon des Écrins, Réallon

The bar

A place to share convivial moments Wide choice of drinks: from winter's signature hot chocolate to cocktails, not forgetting local beverages

  • Aperitif games
  • Live music
  • Cocktails
  • Blind test
  • Local produce
Activities – Le Balcon des Écrins, Réallon

Snow classes in the heart of the Écrins

School trips

Located in Réallon, in the heart of the Écrins National Park, Le Balcon des Écrins is a holiday centre dedicated to hosting school groups. It offers an environment conducive to learning and to discovering the mountains.

  • Jeunesse et Sports and Éducation Nationale accreditations
  • Multi-bed rooms suited to groups
  • Full board or half board
  • Free coach parking
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Stays in the heart of the Écrins for your children

Holiday camps

Our aim is to introduce children to the mountain environment through a range of activities, sports in particular, and to help them progress step by step. That means getting to grips with the equipment, assessing difficulties, overcoming apprehension and learning new techniques, all in an adventurous setting far from the everyday.

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With family, friends or as a group

Groups

Set in the Écrins National Park and overlooking Lake Serre-Ponçon, our 3-star club hotel welcomes families, friends and groups for an unforgettable holiday in the Hautes-Alpes.

  • Accommodation on a full board or half board basis
  • Restaurant and snack bar with panoramic terrace
  • Entertainment team with a programme of activities
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Banner – Le Balcon des Écrins, Réallon

Winter sports

Right on the slopes in Réallon

In a family resort at an altitude of 1,560 metres, Le Balcon des Écrins puts you right on the slopes, between mountains and lakes, with views over the Écrins National Park.

  • Resort at the foot of the slopes, direct access to the lifts
  • Alpine skiing, cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, snowboarding
  • Fat biking and dog sledding
  • Sledging run open to all
  • Family resort, activities for all
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Booking & contact

Booking Le Balcon des Écrins – Winter

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Groups, seminars, camps & school trips

Planning a group stay, a seminar, a youth camp or a school trip? Our team builds a tailor-made offer.

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From 16 years old
12 – 15 years
6- 11 years
2 – 5 years
Less than 1 year

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