Val Thorens Ski Resort Guide: Reviews, Ratings and Stats
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Val Thorens reviews & ratings
4.5 (100 reviews)
Ranked 44th of 155 Ski resorts
4.45 (100 ratings)
Overall Rating
3.96 (100 ratings)
Value for Money
4.62 (99 ratings)
Après Ski
4.06 (97 ratings)
Off Piste
4.30 (96 ratings)
Eating Out
4.59 (99 ratings)
Accommodation Options
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Overview

Val Thorens, part of the Three Valleys ski area, is the highest ski resort in Europe. Renowned for its excellent snow conditions and extensive terrain, it caters to all levels of skiers and snowboarders. The resort is known for its vibrant après-ski scene and modern amenities. Val Thorens offers a unique combination of high-altitude skiing and a lively resort atmosphere, making it popular among both serious skiers and those looking for a dynamic winter holiday.

Resort Stats

Ski Terrain
11Beginner Runs
39Intermediate Runs
30Advanced Runs
8Expert Runs
8 kmLongest Run
150 kmSkiable Terrain
48 kmsSnow making
Elevation
3230 mTop
2300 mBottom
930 mVertical Drop
Lifts
9Gondolas / Cable Cars
16Chairlifts
5Surface Lifts
Lift Pass Costs
€1220Season pass
€3206 days
€651 day
Weather
527 cmAverage annual snowfall

Getting There

Airports

  • Chambéry Airport (CMF) 120KMs 90min drive
  • Geneva Airport (GVA) 150KMs 120min drive
  • Lyon-Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS) 200KMs 150min drive

Train Stations

  • Moûtiers 20 / km 25m drive

Val Thorens Reviews & Ratings

Overall Rating: 4.5
Ranking: 44th of 155 resorts
4.45 (100 ratings)
Overall Rating
3.75 (93 ratings)
Snow Parks
3.96 (100 ratings)
Value for Money
4.62 (99 ratings)
Après Ski
4.25 (92 ratings)
Family Friendly
4.06 (97 ratings)
Off Piste
4.30 (96 ratings)
Eating Out
2.07 (87 ratings)
Tree Skiing
4.68 (98 ratings)
Groomed Runs
3.48 (95 ratings)
Mogul Fields
3.86 (94 ratings)
Powder Zones
3.74 (98 ratings)
Quiet Slopes
4.56 (99 ratings)
Lift Efficiency
4.38 (65 ratings)
Ski School Quality
4.59 (99 ratings)
Accommodation Options
4.35 (23 ratings)
Intermediates
4.48 (52 ratings)
Advanced
4.48 (25 ratings)
Experts
5.00 (3 ratings)
Snowboarders

All Reviews

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Jagos - expert skier
May, 3 - 2024
Nothing big to add, huge resort combined with 3 valleys, a tad bit disorganized, but well worth the money.
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Michelle - intermediate skier
May, 1 - 2024
Val thorens has something for everyone. From those who require helicopter transfers to those on the budget tour. Miles of well groomed slopes for all abilities. Plenty of mountainside restaurants for everything from chocolate chaud to lunchtime stop to a cheeky aperol spritz. Three valleys of skiing to choose from and barely a queue in sight. Apres ski has a host of bars and restaurants to choose from and even a weekly market for all your French deli delights.
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Juan - advanced skier
May, 1 - 2024
This place is the best ski resort Ive been too, and there are 2 more valleys attached to it, hence the name 3 Valleys. Incredible snow quality..we even had almost a meter of new powder snow in the middle of April and throughout a weekthere isnt a lot of wind generally The food is awesome, the apres-ski too. I just loved the place. Coming back next year! Cheers, Juan
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T - advanced skier
May, 1 - 2024
Great for early / late season snow . Resirt itself somewhat bleak. Runs in good condition and some great off piste when conditions allow. Very expensive food and drinks on the mountains, as typical for the region
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Lee - intermediate skier
Apr, 30 - 2024
Abundance of skiing a huge ski area, lots for everyone, especially beginners and intermediate skiers. Town lacks character and doesnt really have a central hub area for socialising.. or not that Ive really seen.. Always snow sure as its a high resort.. expensive resort, but has a wide variety of accommodation that should suit most people.
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Agron - advanced skier
Apr, 30 - 2024
Part of 3 valley ski area +600km of ski slopes, of piste skiing you can imagine everything in between these ski slopes is heaven.
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Holly - intermediate skier
Apr, 30 - 2024
I worked at the apres bar 360, last season and so spent a season living out there. Absolutely loved everything VT had to offer. Such a good variety of runs, so so many to choose for all abilities. The links to the other resorts in the 3 Valleys are epic. The snow park has lots to offer for all skill levels too. So many amazing bars and food places to choose from. I really had the best day every day living out there and Im sure that there is so much to offer people on their holidays.
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Ewan - expert skier
Apr, 30 - 2024
Amazing resort loads to do. Great access to other valleys and loads of piste with fun off piste in between. Great nightlife and great leisure centre for a day off the slopes. Highly recommend
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Luca - expert skier
Apr, 30 - 2024
Ive done 6 weeks there in the past 3 years, great for both families and party goers, however it has no trees and be careful of not getting trapped in the other connected resorts after the lifts close.
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Stephanie - advanced skier
Apr, 30 - 2024
Always stay Clubmed, ESF ski instructors for level 3a and 4 know the best epic quietest off piste runs. Love Lac de Loup
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