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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
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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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i went skiing here for 10 days i used val thorens ski shop for rentals line was very quick and fast the main gondola was very fast but other lifts were lacking in speed the apres ski and night life was unbelievable food was alright we stayed at in our own apartment but ate out most nights dear for good food
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I did a season in VT last year and completely fell in love! Its an amazing party resort with lots to do for everyone. Most of the resort is ski in ski out so you dont have to worry about lots of walking. Theres plenty of beginner spacers aswell as more difficult runs and off piste. Theres lots of good options for food at every price point.
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We stayed in a 12 person chalet, with family and friends. Night life was great visited Irish pubs, the frog ( the highest pub in Europe) and a couple of sports bars. All had great fun atmospheres and were very welcoming. Skiing was great quality with ridiculously large number of runs especially with the 3 valleys pass. However only down side was that it was very busy and snow deteriorated very quickly till the after noon was very icy. Would recommend
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I love Val thorens I have been there twice now and it is amazing, it is good for my daughter who is new to skiing sleuth lots of begginer slopes, and it is also good for me who is very experienced and loves off piste skiing.
The lifts are quick and efficient with a very nice and luxorius gondola. If you really enjoy tree skiing there is not much of this there but it makes up for it with the off piste skiing and powder.
I went at Easter but the snow was still very good. The village is very nice with great ski in apres ski. The only thing I would say is that it is quite expensive, however you pay for what you get. Overall I would rate Val Thorens 9/10 and I definitely reccomend it to anybody.
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Stayed at a lovely hotel booked under a crystal package holiday with Tui and had a lovely local bakery across the street and in previous years Ive used the ski schools and they were excellent at teaching and always felt happy afterwards. Vole Duce (I dont know how to spell it) is always a great party place as well and many places to drink, eat and rest on the pistes. Go every year and never regret it.
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Went for an all inclusive chalet with ski world, was very good value. Ski conditions were great at the start of the week but viability wasn't great at the back end. So both low light and sunny googles recommended.
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Really great resort, Malaysia the club is unreal.
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Val Thorens is a great resort for everyone but specifically for Apres ski, they have a great night life, plenty of bars and clubs.
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Part of one of the largest ski areas in the world, Val Thorens is a must visit resort. Excellent terrain for all abilities, you can cover some real distance in a day with so many runs.

A excellent lift system means that even with peak season crowds the queues don't get too bad (although you will have to wait at certain pinch points).

Decent accommodation available for all budgets, and the food and apres options are superb.
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Val Thorens is a great resort that gives you access to the three valleys at a more affordable price. The village is very nice and its easy to find a ski in ski out location. I came here with some inexperienced skiers however we could easily find nice runs to take them down which werent too challenging and they thought the ski school facilities were great.
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Went on holiday to this ski resort aswell. The resort itself was amazing, having nice food, accommodation for 5 days as the holiday was 6 days long, but money value the holiday was worth it, was really fun and amazing, the slopes and paths were really nice to snowboard on and was a really enjoyable experience for me and my family. Got recommended by a family member, would definitely go again and absolutely would recommend this resort to other people.
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One of the best resorts in France, especially with the extended pass - with which you'll never run out of runs. Layout of the main resort is great, loads of lifts are easily accessible from one central run. Even takeaway food is pricey but there are some very nice options too. Park was decent, not much in the way of tree runs in VT but Meribel and Courcheval have a bunch - the 3 Valleys pass is worth the extra money.
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A great resort for an intermediate piste skier. Perhaps a bit busy and a lack of easy runs for the total beginner. Having said that there are quiet runs to be found if you take the time to get higher into the mountain. Great views of the Alps accessible by lots of blue runs. Lifts are mostly efficient and most have sensible sized ques. Resort itself is quiet at night and has good options for self catering. Haven't been across to the other valleys but it would be very easy to do so.
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I grew up skiing in Val Thorens, it is like a second home to me. It is definitely more geared to a higher level skier as they will be able to enjoy the terrain far more. The après seen has only got better and now it is by far one of the best spots in the alps for that.
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Great resort with access for all abilities from very beginners up to some more serious off piste and back country side hits, super easy access and links with other resorts nearby so you can never really run out of places to go and new lines to hit . High enough in altitude that the snow stays good all season even later on in the season when a lot of other resorts are getting too warm. From luxury chalets to very budget apartments(me normally staying in the budget options), there is accommodation for all with great transport links buses and transfers to, and from all major airports.

With a small bit of effort, walking uphill from the top of some of the lift stations. There are some great off piste sections with many drops and natural jumps.

In the bottom of the valley, it does get fairly flat, so snowboarders may struggle, especially with the amount of people as the resort funnels all of the slopes into the same area so carrying speed on these flats, sections may be difficult

The town has a great Apres and nightlife scene with lots of different options but youve just got to make sure you dont get carried away too much and miss the first lift the next morning!

As with most resorts food on the hill can be quite expensive, but there are a few snack bars, hidden and tucked away in and around the town that can be accessed very easily from the slope

Again, as it is such a large resort, there are many options for ski and snowboard hire some stores stocking very high quality modern equipment
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A great resort with excellent apres ski on the slopes and in the village. The slopes are walking distance from most hotels within the village making it a very accessible resort. The altitude also means that theres plentiful supply of snow.
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High altitude in France - Resort is at 2300 Metres
In my opinion - best apres ski in France
- Extremely affordable
- Large ski area

Val Thorens

It is such a fantastic resort, I have been 5+ times and love it.

Snow is always great, town is huge and lovely.

Val Thorens covers all choices, 5 star hotels or low price apartment. It really has it all.

Skiing is great and ski area is huge, skiing over the Orelle side is a sun paradise.

I think Val Thorens is so versatile, it really suits everyone. 5/5 Perfect

I particularly recommended it to any youngsters looking for a affordable but thrilling holiday.

See you all there !
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Due to the altitude of this resort you are more than likely to have great snow. The apres and nightlife is great, and is popular with younger tourists at college/university. I have been on many trips to VT with and without university and have always had a great time.

Id say the difficulty level is suitable for all levels, lots of green and blue pistes which give access to apres ski bars up the mountains.

can get cold due to altitude, no tree cover and exposure of the resort
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Ive been to Val Thorens 4 times now and love it. Its high up so very snow sure especially in the later season. The night life and apres is great. The ski area is amazing as its huge. You'll struggle to run out of runs to do. Had a blast every time Ive been there just wish it was a bit more reasonably priced!
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Val Thorens is a beautiful resort in the Alps. One of th highest resorts in France, you can expect regular snowfall for most of the ski season. Runs around the main lifts and hotels are blue or green, and the ski schools do well to show students the best runs. If you are an experienced skier I would recommend the three valleys pass so that you can go over the mountains and explore for the day (make sure to plan your journey back to Val Thorens though, there are no buses back and taxis are upwards of 100). Apres ski is good fun with a variety of options depending on music taste. Food is expensive. Overall a superb resort for groups of friends that want to enjoy their holiday as well as ski.
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