Val Thorens
Val Thorens is the highest ski resort in Europe at 2300m. At such an altitude
you are as likely as anywhere to enjoy snow throughout the season, and the Glacier
de Péclet allows summer skiing. As the resort is traffic-free and
purpose-built, almost anywhere you stay will mean ski-to-your-door
accessibility. As
part of the Trois Vallées domain, Val Thorens' extended skiing is
excellent also. More advanced skiers will enjoy greatly the big moguls and
access to the Maurienne Valley for off-piste fun. For boarders, the
Snowpark offers excellent boarding. Scattered around the resort are several gentle greens and, once these
have been conquered, beginners can easily start on the blues, many of which
finish up in the neighbouring resort of Les Menuires. Most visitors to
Val Thorens stay in
hotels or self-cater and these facilities are being upgraded on an
ongoing basis. Après-ski is limited; there are a few bars and restaurants, while the
list of non-skiing activities is far from extensive.
The Three Valleys 2300m-3200m
The skiing is excellent and après ski is extensive and varied
enough to suit all tastes, Due to its altitude Val Thorens has a very
long season and excellent snow. The skiing covers the full range from
beginner to advanced with challenging black runs and off piste routes. Best for intermediate
and advanced skiers.
Beginners** Intermediates***
Advanced*** Snowboarders**
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Ski Facts:
Locally 140km with 54 pistes: 6 black, 27 red, 15 blue,
6 green.
Lift Pass:
Val Thorens 6 days €146 adult, child 5-12yrs €102,
senior 60-71yrs €117.
Ski School:
6 half days group lessons adult €110, child €105.
ESF tel 0033 479 00 02 86.
Non-skiing:
Sports Centre - pool, tennis, squash, fitness etc;
skating, snowmobiling, parapente, snowshoes ice hockey, cinema,
climbing.
Children:
Le Montana from 3 mths, Le Roc from 18 mths tel 0033
479 00 02 86 €46/day.
Travel:
By car: Calais 583 miles. By rail: Moutiers 23 miles. By
air: Geneva 3hrs, Lyons 2½hrs.
NOTE: Prices are approximate and are to be used as a guide only. Travel distances are approximate and travel times are subject to road conditions.
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