Val Thorens, a state of mind

Let's reinvent the pleasures of the mountains!

The history of a challenge

Val Thorens was created 50 years ago when an exceptional natural environment was discovered by a group of visionary pioneers (some of whom are still involved in the life of the resort); the story of an harmonious and epic adventure, which has continued day by day for the last five decades…

Val Thorens, a state of mind

Redefining the joys of the mountains!

Val Thorens is a state of mind. Val Thorens is a state of mind, an attitude and an altitude. It’s a french ski resort that combines the best of skiing with the best of atmospheres.
Relaxed, lively and perfect for foodies, it’s a friendly, sociable place where you can progress exactly the way you want to, at your own pace, whilst enjoying a huge range of experiences. The ultimate goal: to really feel alive!
With a warm, welcoming atmosphere, a breath-taking natural environment, and absolutely no limits, the resort brings together those who understand that high altitude is synonymous with colourful experiences and fun!

Situation

Open from 25 November 2023 to 05 May 2024, Val Thorens, situated in the Belleville Valley in the Savoie region, is the highest resort in Europe and the highest point in the 3 Vallées ski area; the largest ski area in the world with over 600 kilometres of runs.

The atmosphere

Young resort, but not only for young people! With family, friends or lovers, discover the “Val Thorens lifestyle”. Skiing styles are complemented by a diversity of lifestyles, a rich and varied range of accommodation, a wide choice of activities and international events.

The resort where it's good to live

No stress… test the “cool attitude”. The resort is semi-pedestrian with all the comforts within walking distance to make the most of the pleasures and escape from everyday life. Hot bread in the morning, skiing down from the chalet, shopping on foot in the late afternoon and restaurants within walking distance for the evening… In Val Thorens, holidaymakers can forget their everyday life and really enjoy the pleasures and fresh air of the mountains!

A resort for foodies

Val Thorens lets visitors experience every facet of mountain life, with a particular focus on the culinary delights on offer from the resort’s range of great dining establishments (over 40 barsand 60 restaurants).
It’s a gourmet odyssey through a land of flavour that will satisfy even the most demanding taste-buds!
From slopeside chalets offering snow bistronomy to gastronomic restaurants, from tradition to modernity, Val Thorens offers varied cuisine sure to delight every appetite, including the most exacting of foodies!

Sporty and relaxing

Skilled in innovation in all its forms, Val Thorens offers a number of non-skiing activities, including some that are so unusual you can’t do them anywhere else! Night-time hikes, pushchair hikes, tobogganing on the longest toboggan run in France, mountain biking on snow, ice driving… as many activities as you can think of! If you’re looking for thrills, extreme challenges or opportunities to get up close and personal with Mother Nature, the mountains offer an array of activities to suit all tastes.

Enjoy a spot of pampering…

During your stay, recharge your batteries in the fresh mountain air. On the menu: well-being, beauty and relaxation!
Start off with a few dance moves at the sports centre, followed by a few lengths in the pool, laze around in a Jacuzzi or perhaps go to a step class… Then head to one of the resort’s many well-being areas to benefit from a pair of healing hands and a touch of Zen!

Trendy après-ski

After a great day’s skiing, sample some other pleasures! In the late-afternoon, head to one of the slopes’ open-air clubs to catch the last rays of the sun, the bowling alley for a laugh with your friends, the Mongolian Yurt for a magical evening, a classical music or jazz concert, or one of many new entertainment activities for even more fun.
Whatever your preferences, whatever your age, everything has been designed so you can round off your day in style. Val Thorens, “the place to be”! Val Thorens, « the place to be » !