The slopes

  • Extent 5 out of 5
  • Fast lifts 5 out of 5
  • Snow 5 out of 5
  • Queues 4 out of 5
  • Terrain p'ks 4 out of 5
  • Expert 4 out of 5
  • Intermediate 5 out of 5
  • Beginner 4 out of 5
  • Boarder 4 out of 5
  • X-country 1 out of 5
  • Restaurants 4 out of 5
  • Schools 3 out of 5
  • Families 3 out of 5

The resort

  • Resort charm 2 out of 5
  • Convenience 5 out of 5
  • Scenery 3 out of 5
  • Eating out 4 out of 5
  • Apres ski 4 out of 5
  • Off-slope 2 out of 5

Key facts covers:

  • Three Valleys

Key facts

Resort2300 m
Slopes1260-3230 m
Lifts180
Pistes600 km
Price index115

Val Thorens

France

Val Thorens resort and mountains

The upside

  • Extensive slopes for all abilities, plus access to the Three Valleys
  • One of the most snow-sure resorts
  • One of the slickest lift systems in France
  • Compact, with ski-in/out lodgings
  • Convenient, gentle nursery slopes
  • Decent range of accommodation, including some very smart hotels and apartments

The downside

  • Not a tree in sight
  • Away from the front de neige, not an attractive place to walk around
  • Not ideal for non-skiers
  • Some very crowded pistes and dangerous intersections
  • Queues for the justifiably popular Cime Caron cable car
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    News – 2020/21

    A new 400sqm natural ice rink will open. And the Alain Prost ice driving circuit will be the first in France to have only electric vehicles (2WD cars and 270cc go-karts) to try. A drone will be used to help with mountain safety , such as avalanche assessment and rescue operations.

    Summary

    Over the years, Val Thorens has gradually drifted upmarket and there are now four 5-star hotels.  But it remains a top place for the enthusiast looking for the best snow available and fast lifts to whizz you around. For a late trip, in particular, it’s the best base in the wonderful Three Valleys. But we normally prefer a cosier base lower down. That way, if a storm socks in, we can play in the woods; if it’s scorchio, we can set off for Val Thorens.

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    The slopes

    • Extent 5 out of 5
    • Fast lifts 5 out of 5
    • Snow 5 out of 5
    • Queues 4 out of 5
    • Terrain p'ks 4 out of 5
    • Expert 4 out of 5
    • Intermediate 5 out of 5
    • Beginner 4 out of 5
    • Boarder 4 out of 5
    • X-country 1 out of 5
    • Restaurants 4 out of 5
    • Schools 3 out of 5
    • Families 3 out of 5

    The resort

    • Resort charm 2 out of 5
    • Convenience 5 out of 5
    • Scenery 3 out of 5
    • Eating out 4 out of 5
    • Apres ski 4 out of 5
    • Off-slope 2 out of 5

    Key facts covers:

    • Three Valleys

    Key facts

    Resort2300 m
    Slopes1260-3230 m
    Lifts180
    Pistes600 km
    Price index115