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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
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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)
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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
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Great all round resort with modern and efficient lift infrastructure. Good access to other valleys, Orelle is fantastic bowl with great runs.
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Access to 3 valleys so massive area to ski, with lots of varied slopes. Great apres available on all budgets . If youre wanting to eat out in restaurant you will need to book in advance.
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We were a mixed ability group but with the quantity of runs there were plenty of hours we could manage together after ski school. All levels well catered for advanced, intermediate and beginner.

Lifts connect superbly and most runs finish in the town. We had a ski in ski out chalet, but also used the bus, which was short, ran every 15/20 mins and was never too busy.

Easter skiing, slopes were pretty empty despite the fab dump of snow. Theres just plenty of runs for everyone.

Great family resort, and party resort, covers off everything. Food on slopes wonderful and plenty of apre. We have all decided to go back again next year!
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The best apres ski I have experienced! Amazing for young people but also has plenty of family friendly options! Great variety of runs, maybe not as beginner friendly as some other resorts though and due to the height of the resort the snow was always in good condition, only downside is not very accessible for non skiers to go up for lunch on mountain ect. The town has everything you need however maybe not as picturesque as some other traditional ski towns. However I would definitely return
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Massive ski area with the 3 valleys - could do a week without skiing the same run twice.

Over to Orelle there is one beautiful long, empty run

Quite expensive especially as you get over to Courchevel way.
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I have been to Val Thorens for the past 15 years. An unbelievable resort to say the least. So many runs of varying difficulty to satisfy any skier. Not as pretty as other resorts because of the lack of trees but the snow makes up for it. I normally ski in April and even then the snow is perfect and the sun is shining. Fantastic restaurants for that long lunch on the piste or to pop in for a hot chocolate when your legs need a break. The new sports centre is amazing and when you do get those bad days Id definitely recommend going there to play some badminton or squash or any other sports they have there. The town is great with some nice pubs right at the top and the resort flows so well. Im convinced you cannot get lost in Val Thorens because it all leads you back to the same place. If youre a party goer Malaysia is the place for you. A huge underground club with guest appearances too, absolutely great fun and reasonably priced too (30 entry and 10 drinks).
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Great resort to go later in the season with a great variety of runs which are accessible for all levels.

Most places are ski-in ski-out but food and drinks are on the more expensive end.

There is plenty of opportunity to do some off piste adventuring as well as an ice cave you can ski through.
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I havent been skiing long but I have fallen in love with it, and it all began in VT! Fantastic resort, with some beautiful skiing (mostly blues and reds for me, but something for everyone) as well as some great après and night life! Lovely town, would especially recommend cafe snesko for a fun night out. Cant wait to return!
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Great for skinning with friends with plenty of apres options and places to eat. Can be very busy but because of the high altitude, you dont have to worry about the lack of snow throughout the year. Great resort!
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Good spring skiing due to the altitude. Most kms of ski runs in France between the 3 valleys.
The frog pub is worth a visit as it's the highest pub in Europe.
Prices can get expensive for food and drink. Consider going half board with a kitchen for snacks
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Lovely resort, friendly people, next to no lift que majority of my stay, 3 or 4 different ski schools including ESF, family friendly, good après, amazing skiing. All round a great ski destination although does lack any tree or nature runs which would be nice but likely due to its high altitude which allows for the great snow and later closing so cant have it all. And a large ski area, especially with the 3 valleys lift pass.
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Val Thorens- what a place! The resort itself is just so expansive, there is just so much there. As it's so high, it's really snow-sure (so it can get a bit chilly). Queues for ski lifts go really fast and the lifts themselves we're actually really quick. I think there was one lift that was significantly slower in Orelle but that was pretty much it for slow lifts. Everyday, the piste were groomed and on days where there was a heavy dump of snow, they didn't groom them and it was a powder day for everyone! I took my own skis and equipment however my family hired kit and there was quite a lot of variety in terms of places to rent. Overall, a mega resort 10/10 going there again.
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Really high so super snow sure - nice variety of runs and bigger than you think - orelle is a hidden gem over the top part of three valleys as everyone knows and great for a late season snow dump
With some great by the side of the piste powder !
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The vast ski area gives options for all levels and the ability to chase the sunlight (with a 3 valleys pass). Val thorens is my prefered of the 3 because of the options available in town, for activities and dinners back to the apres options nearby on easier to ski slopes
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Great place expecially if you can ski well enougth to make it across to the other resorts in 3 valleys. Lots to do and good consistent snow. Caters to a variety of price ranges and always a good day out on the slopes.
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Visited VT for a 2 day charity event, the resort itself had lots of options in terms of accommodation and restaurants. We stayed in Le Fitz Roy, which was amazing and ate at Johns which is a must! The 3 valley area is huge with so much choice, in the first day we cover 70km which barely scratched the surface. Definitely worth a visit for intermediate and advanced skiers. Incredible scenery, diverse runs, even had a go on the slalom course. Wouldnt recommend in April as we ended up waterskiing one afternoon, but earlier in the season it would be hard to beat this place.
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Great ski area as you have the whole of 3 valleys to ski

Best night life in the alps

Top place for a season
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A must do is to acquire a 3-valley pass. This will allow you to enjoy everything the entire resort has to offer.

If staying in Val Thorens, dont forget to explore the hidden Valley Orelle. For a perfect morning when the sun is shining head into Orelle to experience what this little gem has to offer.

Val Thorens is very much a party resort which makes it attract many British and Irish universities for annual ski trips. Everyone has heard of La Folie Douche, but the number 1 Apres ski location is Bar 360. Situated in a location closer to resort, it is preferred for skiers/boarders for the easier route home.
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Val T offers a complete skiing experience especially for a mixed ability group - great variety of runs and off piste skiing, a mixture of more affordable and bouji accommodation options and the après. Ski conditions are great with it being the highest resort in the alps.
I would recommend this resort and will be back!
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3hr transfer from Geneva but its snow sure.
Village is purpose built but has a little charm. Everything you need. Good nightlife. Great massive ski area. No tree lined runs but you can ski to rest of 3 valleys where there are trees.
Goods lifts, easy to get around.
Great for lads lasses and family's!!
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