Val Thorens
Val Thorens, the highest resort in Europe and the highest point of Les 3 Vallées area, is the largest ski area in the world, with more than 600km of slopes, offering the best skiing in the best atmosphere. Located in the heart of a vast natural cirque dominated by its six glaciers, the ski resort of Val Thorens offers a multitude of routes for skiing in the sun all day long.
Renowned for the quality of its snow and its state-of-the-art ski lifts, this is a skiing paradise. With 99% of the resort sitting above 6562ft, Val Thorens offers excellent conditions for maximum enjoyment.
Because it’s a ski-in/ski-out resort, simply leave your accommodation on skis ad you’re already on the slopes! From beginner to advanced, the Val Thorens ski area offers hours of enjoyment whatever your age and your skill level.
An ideal playground for all mountain lovers, the resort allows you to soak up exceptional vistas, notably the grand spectacle offered by the legendary Péclet Glacier and the mythic Cime Caron offering a breathtaking 360° panorama of more than 1,000 peaks of the Alps in France, Switzerland and Italy.
Main events for winter 2024/25:
Nov 23-24: Grande Première
Celebrate the opening of the ski season with fun for all.
Dec 5-7: Ice Cross, extreme skates meet in Val Thorens
In partnership with ATSX (All Terrain Skate Cross) and the French Ice Sports Federation, Val Thorens hosts a leg of the Ice Cross World Championships. Staged in the heart of the resort, this spectacular speed-skating competition will see participants launch in groups of four on an ice track dotted with obstacles – all at night, which adds to the thrill and excitement.
Early 2025: Freeride World Tour
The Freeride World Tour returns to France after eight years and sets up in Val Thorens where a stage will be hosted. Thanks to its prime location at 2,300m, Val Thorens and the iconic Cime Caron summit offer an exceptional playground for competitors, combining technical challenges and breathtaking views. This unique French stage is also the only one accessible by ski via the Caron Cable Car.
May 3-4: Grande Dernière
Mark the closing of the ski season in style.
Skiing & Eating
After a good ski session, what could be better than a lunch break on the slopes? Mountain restaurants await at the ski area of Val Thorens – Orelle with a varied selection of menus to suit all tastes. But wherever you go, you’re sure to find a friendly, relaxed atmosphere and an emphasis on sharing and pleasure. From gourmet sandwiches to traditional meals, and family get-togethers to Michelin-starred cuisine, Val Thorens offers a wide variety of ski-in/ski-out restaurants. And don’t miss the chance to enjoy an evening in a mountain restaurant with meals and round-trip transport from the resort included.
Val Thorens is the ultimate destination for exceptional skiing and fun. With guaranteed snow, a massive ski area, ski-in/ski-out accommodation ranging from 5-star to budget-friendly options, not to mention a wide range of daytime activities and unbeatable après-ski, Val Thorens has it all.
At a glance
- Highest ski resort in Europe (7,546ft to 10,499ft)
- Located in the heart of Les 3 Vallées, the world’s largest interconnected ski area with 600km of runs
- Six months of skiing, the longest season in Europe
- Voted World’s Best Ski Resort eight times since 2013
