Resort Information : Val Thorens, Three Valleys, France

About Val Thorens

History of Val Thorens

The French alpine village of Val Thorens is the highest ski village in Europe sitting at 2300m in the Tarantaise Valley of the Savoie region. Part of the second largest linked ski area in the world and the prestigious Three Vallees, Val Thorens has a wonderfully diverse range of slopes covering more than 600km to suit every level of skier and boarder. Originally a small mountain village, Val Thorens began it's transformation back in the 1960's and is now one of the most popular purpose built ski areas, well liked by both families and ski groups. The resort's altitude ensures excellent and reliable snow cover throughout the winter season, in to early May, and there is even summer glacier skiing! Val Thorens's has a long association with winter sports and hosts a wealth of sporting events such as the Trophee Andros, ski and snowboarders week and the 3 Vallees X-Wing rally. The pistes are well groomed and maintained although there is also plenty of powder to explore.

Accommodation in Val Thorens

Val Thorens has maintained a warm and cosmopolitan atmosphere whilst undergoing it's transformation into a ski resort. The chalet accommodation is mostly situated within the heart of the diverse skiing terrain and therefore provides a true ski in, ski out experience. Simply grab your skis, head out from your doorstep and enjoy some of the most picturesque mountain ski runs in the area. Choose from self catered or catered chalet accommodation both offering charming and comfortable lodgings to come home to after a tough days skiing. The ski resort of Val Thorens is predominantly a pedestrian area, making this a popular and safe choice for family groups. Children are exceptionally well looked after and there are a good choice of outstanding ski schools suitable for little legs new to skis. Dining out is a pleasurable experiences and there are a wide variety of bars and restaurants from which to choose. Some are set on the mountainside and all offer a delicious range of cuisines that will be enjoyed throughout your holiday.

Activities in Val Thorens

Winter sports activities are not limited to skiing and snowboarding. Thrill seekers can explore the mountain side on snow mobiles or from the air by either paragliding, or why not take the ultra light aircraft from Moutiere Plateau at 2500m. Alternatively, there is toboganning, mountain biking (yes on the snow!) or you may prefer to discover Val Thorens on foot by taking one of the appealing guided snow show walks on offer. The Jump 'air snowpark is the ideal location to perfect high risk jumping skills in safety, and it is great for all freestylers. There are two luge's to chose from, Caron place which is suitable for toddlers and the more nervous rider, and The Toboggan which is a far more thrilling descent. Night skiing is also widespread throughout Val Thorens and there is no better feeling than to descend the mountainside by torchlight. Val Thorens is not just about skiing and snowboarding, there are many spas offering health and wellbeing treatments and, in the evening, the village comes alive with street performers as well as classical and jazz music concerts.