The Skiers' Guide to Val d'Isère

Val d'Isère is phenomenal! Amazing slopes for all levels, excellent off-piste, and a top notch lift system. The town has a great vibe with lively après-ski and fantastic restaurants. I had an unforgettable time and can't wait to return. Highly recommend!

AWESOME! Plenty of skiing for everyone inc skiing over to Tignes valley- probably not the best resort for beginner skiers but plenty of variety for everyone else with plenty of challenging runs and off piste terrain.

In my opinion 100% the best après ski resort in the French Alps!

Very Diverse Slopes, can ride to different areas at different ski levels due to route options. Excellent apres and good food choice through the slopes. Minimal tree riding but still good slopes other than that

Great resort, lots of places to hire skis. Runs were great. On a clear day the view was absolutely breath taking. We had a couple of days where the weather was bad however the resort gave us a partial refund for the lift pass which was a bug bonus. Hats off to the resort, we had a great time.

With its rich array of slopes, exceptional snow record, and lively village ambiance, Val d'Isère stands as one of the eminent giants among all French ski resorts. This charming village, known for its sophistication and world-class ski terrain, forms part of the Espace Killy ski area along with Tignes. Would highly recommend it!

Great resort with a vast ski area, le fornet is great for powder fields and skiing across to tignes for lunch is a pleasure.
Some very nice bars and restraints, Le Petit Danois is always lively and Le Garage is a great dinner location.
The Apres at Follie and Cocos are great fun and compete with Val Thorens as some of the best in France.

One of the best resorts Ive ever been to, its huge and has loads of options for everyone. You can ski for a week and not do all the runs. Would highly recommend.

Groomed piste's are impeccable. Off piste options to ski is very good with good access. Environment in resort is very family friendly snd great place to be. Bars and restaurants are very nice and many options to choose from. People are extremely friendly snd helpful. Great resort.

Fantastic resort for all levels, great lift accessible off piste!

There is some amazing ski touring to be done here, as well as some pretty easily accessible off piste runs with no walking needed!

One of if not my favourite resort, apres ski is incredible and the town itself is stunning. Would definitely recommend, however it is quite expensive, especially at peak times.

Fantastic resort for both family and friend trips. Highly recommend. An abundance of runs that cater to all levels of ability. Great snow parks too!

For over a decade, Val d'Isère has been my go-to destination, and it never fails to deliver. As an expert skier, what sets this resort apart is its unparalleled terrain variety and challenging runs. From the technical steeps of La Face de Bellevarde to the adrenaline-pumping off-piste routes in the Fornet area, there's always something to push your limits.

The snow conditions are consistently excellent, thanks to its high altitude and modern snowmaking infrastructure. And lets not forget the legendary après-ski sceneLa Folie Douce is a must for anyone who wants to celebrate a day on the slopes with energy and style.

The resorts charm extends beyond the slopes. The village manages to blend traditional Alpine aesthetics with a vibrant atmosphere. The local restaurants serve everything from hearty Savoyard classics to fine dining, and the lifts are modern and efficientrarely will you waste time queuing.

For expert skiers, Val d'Isère offers more than just runs; it offers an experience. Every season I return, and every season I leave with stories of new challenges conquered and memories that keep me coming back. Whether its carving fresh tracks in unspoiled powder or navigating the famous Tour de Charvet, Val d'Isère consistently raises the bar. If you live for skiing and want a resort that matches your passion, look no further.

Doesnt get much better then ValdIsere when it comes to being a world known resort, from the downhill slope in le face to apres in coco ricos, ValdIsere have everything in between. Although expensive and transfer from airport is a long drive. However Chalets offer easy to book transfer via bus and plenty of options for cheaper expense with neighbouring resort in Tigne which also provides top quality ski itself. Val disere is a must and so well received everyone and there mum will be there at some point in the season. Do le face first thing or prepare for an icy decent later in the day, sache down to le brevieres in my opinion is one of the best runs in the world if looking for a challenging/fun run. Folie douce is also there, what else could you want.

By far the best place I have ever skied, great green and blue runs that are perfect to learn on and also lots of more advanced runs for those looking for a challenge. Great night life if you dont want the party to end!!!

Very nice place to either ski or snowboard,
Lifts are modern and user friendly. Throughly enjoyed my time here, slopes are well maintained, la folie douche is always buzzing though in a slightly inconvenient place if youre staying in Tignes as if you dont catch the gondola youre forced to pay a 70 euro taxi or wait for an hourly bus. All the restaurant staff and friendly and a good selection of shops for souvenirs or ski equipment.

My family's favourite resort and a favourite to return to. Would bring anyone here at a beginner or advanced level for the variety of runs and apres ski options for the full snow holiday experience.

Been back here many times, will return as long as in can afford, love the skiing, love the village and the apres and its high enough to have solid snow all season round

Been going here since a child, great family friendly fun. Slopes of all variaties so never short of options. Great bars and activities like ice skating to do whole not skiing.

Arguably a resort with some of the best combinations of groomed skiing, powder skiing, ápres and high speed lifts in Europe.
Powder skiing is easily accessible and abundant, as is ski touring routes.
Its connection with Tignes and variety of high speed lifts mean you can cover enormous amounts of terrain (over 400km of groomed slopes) and easily find quiet slopes and lifts with little to no queues.
Its ápres ski is some of the best in the world with the likes of La Folie Douce and 2 Cocorico Venues on your doorstep.
It includes a variety of restaurants from relatively cheap eats all the way to 2 Michelin star dining experiences available for lunch and dinner options.
Accommodation is not the cheapest but visiting such a gold standard resort has to have its costs.
Arguably one of the best resorts in Europe for skiing all day, having a knock your socks off lunch or dinner and then partying until the sun comes up

One of my favourite resorts, for great skiing, great apres and great food choice. With high altitude resort good chance of consistent snow conditions.