The Best Ski Resorts for Families in France

Finding the perfect family ski resort can be a challenge, but our Snomad community has done the hard work for you. This ranking of family-friendly ski destinations is built entirely on verified ratings from real families who've experienced these resorts firsthand. From beginner-friendly slopes to childcare facilities and entertainment options, our users rate every aspect that matters when skiing with little ones in tow. Only resorts with sufficient ratings make the cut, ensuring reliable recommendations you can trust. Think differently? Share your own family ski experience and help other parents plan their perfect mountain getaway.

Looking for more specialized rankings? Check out our Beginners table to find gentle learning slopes, browse Quiet Slopes for less crowded options, or see which resorts offer the best Ski School Quality for your children's lessons.

Best Ski Resort for Families in France: Morillon - Family Friendliness Rating

Morillon stands out as a top choice for families with young skiers. Our Snomad community consistently praises its welcoming atmosphere and excellent facilities for children. The car-free Morillon 1100 area offers convenient accommodation near ski schools, while the well-designed beginner areas feature enclosed pistes that funnel to a single meeting point. One user with intermediate skills highlights the "beautiful tree lined runs" perfect for family outings. The ESF ski school receives excellent feedback, with beginner-friendly green runs through forests that children love. As Andrej, a UK-based intermediate skier notes, the resort offers "so many activities for non-skiers as well as slopes-crazy people!"

#2 Saint Martin de Belleville - Family Friendliness Rating

Saint Martin de Belleville stands out as an exceptionally family-friendly resort, with its authentic French alpine atmosphere creating a welcoming environment for all ages. A Snomad user who spent a season there praised its excellent facilities for families, while another pointed out that it's ideal when travelling with non-skiers or older relatives who can explore the village's museums and cafés. The ski schools receive consistently high marks from our community, with one beginner noting how they progressed from nervous first-timer to confidently tackling blue runs. The convenient layout means minimal walking for little legs, with most accommodation being ski-in/ski-out or very close to the slopes.

#3 Val Cenis - Family Friendliness Rating

Val Cenis shines as a top family-friendly destination according to our Snomad community. The resort offers an exceptional range of green and blue runs, including what one user describes as "the longest green in Europe" - perfect for little ones finding their ski legs. A family who's visited for their last five ski trips praises how the quieter slopes allow everyone to ski together after morning lessons. The resort features sledging areas close to the slopes, and as Bethany, a beginner skier, points out, "Not too busy so it's great for not having to queue too long for lifts." Several reviewers specifically highlight the excellent ski school with multilingual instructors.