Etoile d'Or

From March 12 to 14, 2026, Arc 1800 will host the 45th Étoile d’Or, organised by ESF, a must-attend event for young alpine skiing enthusiasts.

Open to 9–14 year-olds (U10 to U14 categories) holding at least the Bronze Flèche, this national competition will allow ESF students to compete against each other in a sporty and festive atmosphere.

Over three days, young skiers will compete on the Tétras stadium — accessible via the Vagère chairlift or from the mid-station of the Transarc — through:
- giant slalom qualification races,
- followed by giant slalom and parallel slalom finals.

A great programme to experience the thrill of competition!

All races will take place in Arc 1800 on the Tétras stadium or on the Golf slope.

The Partners’ Village is located at the top of the Villards gondola, at the bottom of the Tétras stadium. You will find there:
- A refreshment stand run by ESF Les Arcs
- Tartiflette offered by Le P’tit Panier
- Oysters and charcuterie boards by La Folie Douce
- Salomon: stand activities, ski tests and competitions
- Bioderma: sunscreen stand and sun protection awareness
- 2 Marmottes: herbal tea tastings
- Rossignol: product showcase
- Roche Claire: water bibs available in the village

Thursday, March 12, 2026
8:30 am:
- Giant slalom qualification (2 runs)
- Skiercross for pre-qualified racers

Friday, March 13, 2026
8:30 am:
- Giant slalom finals (2 runs)
- Skiercross for non-qualified racers
End of competitions: Skiercross prize ceremony – Partners’ Village
4:45 pm: ESF parade – Departure from Place Haute des Villards towards Centre Bernard Taillefer
5:30 pm: Prize ceremony – Centre Bernard Taillefer

Saturday, March 14, 2026
8:00 am: ESF Cup – Giant slalom (1 run)
8:15 am: Parallel slalom finals
1:00 pm: Prize ceremony – Partners’ Village