On the mountain

Ski area

Most of the skiing in Val Thorens starts from above 3000m and is largely intermediate, though there is plenty of interesting off-piste between the marked trails. more...

Lift system

The lift system throughout the valley is excellent with many high-speed large-capacity gondolas and chairs, particularly in Val Thorens.
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Ski schools

The ESF dominate, but there are alternatives with multi-lingual instructors and smaller class sizes.
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Advanced

Both Val Thorens and Les Menuires offers some steep blacks and excellent off-piste.
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Intermediate

Val Thorens has some of the best reds in the Three Valleys; Les Menuires offer excellent motorway skiing.
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Beginner

Beginners in Val Thorens can get cold and disorientated in bad weather; Les Menuires offers them a cheap ski pass.
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Boarding & freestyle

Les Menuires has a snow park that is excellent for learning as the jumps are marked in difficulty. more...

Mountain restaurants

There are lots of self-service places in the valley, but also some absolute gems with roaring open fires or lovely sun terraces. more...

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Off the mountain

Village

Val Thorens is a compact, purpose-built resort; Les Menuires is developing a more up-market image.
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Accommodation

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Apres-ski

Val Thorens proudly boasts the highest après-ski in Europe and has a good selection of lively bars.  more...

 

Restaurants & bars

The gastronomical gamut runs from pizza and pasta to award-winning haute cuisine.
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Other information

There is not a huge amount to do in Val Thorens or Les Menuires for nonskiers. more...

 

Getting there

The nearest airports are Chambéry, Geneva and Lyon; the nearest train station is in Moutiers. more...