Valmorel Piste Map
Grab the Valmorel ski resort map to get a proper look at the 61 runs spread across this quiet corner of the Tarentaise Valley. The trail map covers terrain from 1400m up to 2550m, with 13 beginner runs, 31 intermediate pistes, and 12 advanced runs serviced by 3 gondolas, 7 chairlifts, and 22 drag lifts. Valmorel is part of the Grand Domaine ski area, linking you into even more terrain when you fancy exploring beyond the local slopes.
Best Runs in Valmorel
Based on Valmorel's piste map, here are the standout runs worth hitting:
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L'Ours (Green): A long, gentle cruise from the top of the Pierrafort gondola that's ideal for building confidence on wide, forgiving terrain.
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Les Écureuils (Green): A friendly tree-lined green run offering sheltered skiing when visibility drops or the wind picks up higher on the mountain.
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Clarines (Blue): A sweeping blue that runs the full length of the resort from top to bottom, perfect for practising rhythm and flow without any nasty surprises.
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Mottet (Blue): A wide, well-groomed blue connecting different sectors of the resort, brilliant for intermediate skiers wanting to explore without stress.
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Altispace (Blue): This run through the snowpark area doubles as a mellow blue cruise when you're not hitting features, offering decent width for carving practice.
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Gollet (Red): A proper red with consistent pitch and good width, ideal for intermediates ready to push their technique on steeper terrain.
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Forêt (Red): A tree-lined red run that holds snow well and offers a nice technical challenge when conditions get firm or bumpy.
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Pierra Menta (Black): Valmorel's signature black run delivers steep, sustained pitch and often develops moguls, giving advanced skiers a proper workout when it's left ungroomed.