Val Thorens Reviews: 4.47/5 from 900+ Verified Skiers | Snomad
Snomad LogoSnomad Logo
351,166 resort ratings from real skiers
Expert Analysis & Reviews

Val Thorens Reviews & Ratings

Top Rated for
4.67 (928 Ratings)
Groomed Runs
4.66 (929 Ratings)
Après-Ski
4.62 (937 Ratings)
Lift Efficiency
4.53 (80 Ratings)
Beginners
4.51 (912 Ratings)
Accommodation Options
4.49 (126 Ratings)
Snowboarders
Beginner 13%
Intermediate 44%
Advanced 34%
Expert 9%
Overall Rating
4.47
From 943 Reviews
88
Total Runs
2300
Bottom Elevation
3230
Top Elevation
150
Skiable Terrain

How Skiers Rate Val Thorens

4.47 (943 ratings)
Overall Rating
4.02 (929 ratings)
Value for Money
3.71 (926 ratings)
Quiet Slopes
4.66 (929 ratings)
Après-Ski
4.51 (912 ratings)
Accommodation Options
4.29 (812 ratings)
Family Friendliness
4.67 (928 ratings)
Groomed Runs
3.90 (812 ratings)
Powder Zones
2.59 (782 ratings)
Tree Runs
3.52 (814 ratings)
Mogul Fields
4.00 (793 ratings)
Off-Piste
3.84 (795 ratings)
Snow Parks
4.62 (937 ratings)
Lift Efficiency
4.34 (910 ratings)
Eating Out
4.43 (483 ratings)
Ski School Quality
4.53 (80 ratings)
Beginners
4.47 (332 ratings)
Intermediates
4.47 (406 ratings)
Advanced
4.48 (125 ratings)
Experts
4.49 (126 ratings)
Snowboarders

Read All 900+ Val Thorens Reviews

What Skiers Say About Val Thorens

Val Thorens attracts a wide range of skiers and snowboarders, from beginners to experts, with many praising its high altitude for snow reliability throughout the season. The resort is part of the Three Valleys, offering extensive terrain and well-maintained pistes with efficient lifts and minimal queuing. Après-ski is consistently highlighted as lively and energetic, with popular venues like Folie Douce and Bar 360, though some note it caters more to a younger, party-focused crowd. Most accommodation is ski-in/ski-out, and reviewers appreciate the variety of runs, though several mention that food and drinks are expensive. Beginners note limited green runs and that many blues can be challenging or icy, while advanced skiers praise off-piste options and access to neighbouring valleys.

AI-generated summary based on verified skier reviews

  • snow reliability
  • extensive ski area
  • Three Valleys access
  • après-ski scene
  • efficient lift system
  • ski-in/ski-out access
  • expensive food and drink
  • limited beginner terrain
  • crowded slopes
  • younger party atmosphere
Filters
Val Thorens - My Dad and I stayed in a Ski in/ Ski out apartment for 6nights, amazing views and great access to the slopes.
Lots of green and blue slopes for beginners and plenty of reds/black runs for more advanced skiers and snowboarders, all were groomed and perfect to ski on. Value for money is very high from accommodation to après-ski and snow conditions were exceptional. Highly recommend.
Family Friendliness
Eating Out
Après-Ski
Value for Money
Groomed Runs
Mogul Fields
Powder Zones
Quiet Slopes
Lift Efficiency
Accommodation Options
Had the best time! Highly recommend Val Thorens if you like adventuring. Not a huge amount of blacks, but the ones that are there are great
Family Friendliness
Off-Piste
Snow Parks
Eating Out
Après-Ski
Value for Money
Groomed Runs
Tree Runs
Mogul Fields
Powder Zones
Quiet Slopes
Lift Efficiency
Ski School Quality
Accommodation Options
I was in Val Thorens for a week this December and had an absolute blast. The skiing was miles ahead of the other resorts I've been to, especially on the Orelle side. We stayed in Temple Du Soleil and it was perfect. Apres ski is always popping, either Folie or 360. Then plenty of bars in town - special mention to cafe Snesko! I will endeavour to visit VT every year!
Family Friendliness
Off-Piste
Snow Parks
Eating Out
Après-Ski
Value for Money
Groomed Runs
Tree Runs
Mogul Fields
Powder Zones
Quiet Slopes
Lift Efficiency
Ski School Quality
Accommodation Options
I always enjoy time spent in Val Thorens. This year I went with my parents and a family friend who has young children. There was plenty to do for all of us on and off the slopes. The nightlife is always good and easy to find and the food options are countless. Because of how high VT is there is a good chance of having good snow conditions season round.
Family Friendliness
Off-Piste
Snow Parks
Eating Out
Après-Ski
Value for Money
Groomed Runs
Tree Runs
Mogul Fields
Quiet Slopes
Lift Efficiency
Accommodation Options
Amazing experience on university ski trip. Incredible views and top tier après although very busy. Slopes were great despite unfortunately not everything being open.
Family Friendliness
Off-Piste
Snow Parks
Eating Out
Après-Ski
Value for Money
Groomed Runs
Tree Runs
Mogul Fields
Powder Zones
Quiet Slopes
Lift Efficiency
Ski School Quality
Accommodation Options
I had the best time in Val Thorens. The ski-in, ski-out resorts made access to the slopes incredibly easy, and the snow quality was excellent throughout. The chairlift system was impressively efficient, meaning more time skiing and less time waiting. The food was amazing, and the après-ski scene had such a great vibe. Val Thorens truly has something for everyone, no matter your skill level.
Family Friendliness
Off-Piste
Snow Parks
Eating Out
Après-Ski
Value for Money
Groomed Runs
Tree Runs
Mogul Fields
Powder Zones
Quiet Slopes
Lift Efficiency
Ski School Quality
Accommodation Options
With over 600km of pistes at your feet Val Thorens is the perfect resort to access the worlds largest ski area.

The village is full of charm, the restaurants showcase some amazing French cuisine and then apres ski is simply next level.

The pistes are well groomed with a wide variety of runs available for all skill levels. There’s are multiple routes down from the tops of lifts making even some of the highest points accessible for different ability levels.

The resort itself neighbours Meribel and Courchevel meaning you can visit 2 other famous resorts for the price of one with your lift pass.

Val Thorens its self is at 2300m giving it great snow security into the early spring.

I absolutely adore this resort and will be heading back many more times
Family Friendliness
Off-Piste
Snow Parks
Eating Out
Après-Ski
Value for Money
Groomed Runs
Tree Runs
Mogul Fields
Powder Zones
Quiet Slopes
Lift Efficiency
Ski School Quality
Accommodation Options
Good apres ski resort, and access to the three valleys means great options for any skier, just keep in mind the cost of that ski pass!
Family Friendliness
Off-Piste
Snow Parks
Eating Out
Après-Ski
Value for Money
Groomed Runs
Tree Runs
Mogul Fields
Powder Zones
Quiet Slopes
Lift Efficiency
Incredible resort, part of the 3 vallees which is the largest ski area in the world, you cannot go wrong! Accommodation options are diverse and I loved everything about this place, we are going back next month and we can’t wait!
Family Friendliness
Off-Piste
Snow Parks
Eating Out
Après-Ski
Value for Money
Groomed Runs
Tree Runs
Mogul Fields
Powder Zones
Quiet Slopes
Lift Efficiency
Accommodation Options
Excellent holiday and despite snow conditions excellent run options. Apres ski epic and staff in all shops a restaurants helpful and nice.

Was busy at certain times of the day and could be channeled on certain runs due to the snow conditions -but felt the resort did an excellent job of managing the snow they had to provide the maximum amount of runs. All very safe.
Family Friendliness
Off-Piste
Snow Parks
Eating Out
Après-Ski
Value for Money
Groomed Runs
Tree Runs
Mogul Fields
Powder Zones
Quiet Slopes
Lift Efficiency
Ski School Quality
Accommodation Options
Brilliant resort with a 3 valleys ski pass, so much piste to cover you can go somewhere different every day.
Sun was shining pretty much daily so not a lot of powder, but no trouble with pistes due to altitude.
From prior experience, Jan/feb can be a better time for some good dumps, and if you want more park or treeline stuff you can head on over to Meribel in 2 lifts.
Off-Piste
Snow Parks
Eating Out
Après-Ski
Value for Money
Groomed Runs
Tree Runs
Mogul Fields
Powder Zones
Quiet Slopes
Lift Efficiency
Accommodation Options
a great ski in ski out.
it tick all the boxes. grerat apre bars.lots of food.and lots of optoins for hotels

Off-Piste
Eating Out
Après-Ski
Value for Money
Groomed Runs
Accommodation Options
Had a week here with friends as an annual trip and it was a great week. Snow was good through the week and the run and lift options were top tier.
Some lovely restaurants and great night life. Spent most nights in Club Snesko, EPIC. Folie was good, great experience but pricey and very busy. Worth doing once but would recommend places in town
Off-Piste
Snow Parks
Eating Out
Après-Ski
Value for Money
Groomed Runs
Tree Runs
Mogul Fields
Powder Zones
Quiet Slopes
Lift Efficiency
Accommodation Options
Excellent Aprés. Helpful people all around. No snobby vibes just there for a good time. Accommodation options were great. Super close to the lift. Instructors were lovely.
Family Friendliness
Off-Piste
Snow Parks
Eating Out
Après-Ski
Value for Money
Groomed Runs
Tree Runs
Mogul Fields
Powder Zones
Quiet Slopes
Lift Efficiency
Ski School Quality
Accommodation Options
Lots of varied, well groomed slopes
Excellent ski lifts
Excellent Apres options
Lots of accommodation
Family Friendliness
Off-Piste
Snow Parks
Eating Out
Après-Ski
Value for Money
Groomed Runs
Tree Runs
Mogul Fields
Powder Zones
Quiet Slopes
Lift Efficiency
Accommodation Options
Great for families but Apres is poor - however three valleys is unreal and skiing is unparalleled so whatever you want - I think Austria has much better Apres and depends what you want
Family Friendliness
Off-Piste
Snow Parks
Eating Out
Après-Ski
Value for Money
Groomed Runs
Tree Runs
Mogul Fields
Powder Zones
Quiet Slopes
Lift Efficiency
Ski School Quality
Accommodation Options
I visited Val Thorens with a group of friends, all of which were different abilities. The resort allowed for us to all split off an enjoy the variety of runs, suitable for each of our abilities. The variety of food and eateries was brilliant. Would recommend to anyone, there's plenty for everyone to do.
Family Friendliness
Off-Piste
Snow Parks
Eating Out
Après-Ski
Value for Money
Groomed Runs
Tree Runs
Mogul Fields
Powder Zones
Quiet Slopes
Lift Efficiency
Accommodation Options
Great apres ski options, recommend upgraded lift pass to the 3 valleys pass which gives access to 3 additional resorts and great skiing
Family Friendliness
Off-Piste
Snow Parks
Eating Out
Après-Ski
Value for Money
Groomed Runs
Tree Runs
Mogul Fields
Powder Zones
Quiet Slopes
Lift Efficiency
Accommodation Options
Bit expensive, but has the longest snow season, food is great. Well maintained pistes. Never seemed overcrowded. Often have big music events during ski season, with big artists.
Family Friendliness
Off-Piste
Snow Parks
Eating Out
Après-Ski
Value for Money
Groomed Runs
Tree Runs
Mogul Fields
Powder Zones
Quiet Slopes
Lift Efficiency
Accommodation Options
Perfect if you love making long trips on skis with a good après party after. Food can be a bit expensive, but is usually great!
Family Friendliness
Off-Piste
Snow Parks
Eating Out
Après-Ski
Value for Money
Groomed Runs
Tree Runs
Mogul Fields
Powder Zones
Quiet Slopes
Lift Efficiency
Accommodation Options
1...1617181920...48