Location
About Val Thorens
Access by car:
Paris (670 km) - Lyon (220 km) - Geneva (170 km) - Chambéry (112 km)
From Lyon:
- Take the A43 motorway as far as Albertville then the RN90 to Moûtiers. Come off at exit 40.
- Then follow the D117 as far as Val Thorens (37 km)
Distance to train station:
Moutiers train station (38 km)
Nearest airport:
Chambéry airport (112 km) Lyon-Saint-Exupery airport (193 km) Geneva International airport (159 km)
Situated at an altitude of 2,300 metres, Val Thorens is the highest resort in Europe. It straddles the summit of the Three Valleys, the largest ski area in the world. Val Thorens offers exceptional snow conditions to suit everybody's taste. Suitable for families and sports enthusiasts, the resort is famous both for the proximity of its slopes and its wide range of apres-ski activities. Coming to Val Thorens, it's also the unique opportunity to discover magnificent landscapes.
Located in the Savoie region, Val-Thorens is the highest resort in Europe, culminating at 2,300 m:
- In the heart of the 3 Vallées ski area, Val Thorens is a winter sports paradise.
- The 3 Vallées ski area offers a remarkable drop in height between its highest and lowest points: 1,430 m.
- The resort has comprehensive leisure equipment so you can enjoy a number of great activities.
A full range of amenities and shops are in the centre of the Val Thorens resort, 500 m from the Machu Pichu residence: restaurants, mini-markets, bakeries, banks, doctor's surgery, pharmacy, bowling and more.
Three Valleys skiing
The 3 Valleys include 8 worldwide famous French ski resorts and is the largest ski area not only in the French Alps but also in the world. In this famous French ski resort, you will find over 600 kilometres of slopes, from beginners to vertiginous couloirs (51 green 132 blue, 106 red, 32 black), 169 ski lifts, over 2,100 artificial snow making machines (which guaranty that you will be able to ski even if the weather is not optimal) ... when it comes to skiing, the Three Valley ski area is the place to be.
Courchevel 1850
Our residence in the Three valleys Courchevel 1850 les Ecrins is located in the centre of Courchevel 1850 and offers studios for 4 people. The rentals are fully equipped so that you will not have to worry about anything. Children's clubs are also available from Monday to Friday for children from 3 to 12 years old with both indoor and outdoor activities.
Meribel
Our resort Meribel Les Ravines is also located in the three valleys skiing domain. The wooden building is located in the heart of Meribel, close to the shops and restaurants. The residence offers a wide range of accommodation from studio cabins for 4 persons to 1 bedroom cabins for 6 persons. All rentals are also self-catered. A water park with a covered pool is included in the resort.
Les Menuires
Our premium residence Les Alpages de Reberty is located at the top of Les Menuires. The beautiful wooden chalets have been recently renovated and offer accommodation ranging from 1 bedroom apartments for 3 or 5 persons to 4 bedroom apartments for 9 to 10 persons. Children's clubs as well as a spa are directly on the premises.
Activities near Val Thorens
- Zip wire, Rise to the challenge and let your heart soar in the heights of Val Thorens. Don't miss the opportunity to experience a memorable adventure with family, friends or even on your own. The Bee-Double zipline awaits, ready to offer unforgettable thrills. What are you waiting for? Go down the 1800 m slope flying up to 65 m above the ground! Tickets and start at Place Caron at the top of the Castor & Pollux lift. Open Monday to Friday from 10 am to 3.45 pm between 10/07 and 01/09 (Fee applies)
- Volleyball, Volleyball court and balls on loan at the Val Thorens sports centre located 800 m from the residence (Grande rue, Val Thorens), tel: +33 (0)4 79 00 00 76 (Fee applies)
- Badminton, Challenge your friends or family to a badminton match! Speed, reflexes and technique will all be essential if you want to win.
Badminton court covering 9000 m² (fully renovated) located at the resort in the Val Thorens sports centre (equipment available). (Fee applies)
- Basketball, Head to the resort's basketball court to clock up some slam-dunks! (Fee applies)
- Sledging, Le Toboggan sledging area (accessible via the Péclat cable car, to the Chalet du Toboggan, just before the Cascades ski lift departure area, 1 km from the residence).
Slope at an altitude of 3000 m, 45 minutes of downhill sledging on the longest run in France.
Please note: discounts apply with the ski pass. Bookings to be made directly with the Setam office, tel: +33 (0)4 79 00 07 08. (Fee applies)
- Paragliding, This activity is available nearby. (Fee applies)
- Alpine skiing, Hurtle down the resort's various alpine ski runs. Unique sensations and awe-inspiring landscapes will make you want just one thing: to do it again! (Fee applies)
- Archery, If you're looking for an activity that combines concentration, precision and fun, look no further. Val Thorens offers you the opportunity to try archery in an exceptional setting. The archery targets are located on the rooftop of the Le Board sports centre. Open Sunday to Friday from 11 am to 5 pm. Tournament on Fridays at 10 am.
- Mountaineering, Walks and hikes in the exceptional setting of Val Thorens.
Information about mountain guides available from reception. (Fee applies)
- Snowboarding, With both feet on the board, carve out your best curves and enjoy an incredible feeling of freedom! (Fee applies)
- Fun park, A play area is located less than 700 m from your residence for kids to enjoy: trampolines, bouncy castles and children's play frames (for ages 10 and under) are grouped together in this area, where younger and older children can meet up and have fun!
Fun Park open 7 days a week from November to May, from 10 am to 10 pm (Fee applies)
- Bowling, Bowling alley nearby. (Fee applies)
- Children's clubs, Piou Piou Mini Club for children aged 3 to 4 years, 200 m from the residence (ESF), tel: +33 (0)4 79 00 02 86 - info@esf-valthorens.com - www.esf-valthorens.com
Sunday to Friday, 9 am to 5 pm, full or half day, with meal option
Beginners' skiing, indoor activities (games, drawing, painting, face painting, etc.) and outdoor activities (sledging, snowshoeing, etc.) (Fee applies)
- Fitness, Fitness studio in Val Thorens sports centre, 700 m from the residence. (Fee applies)
- Ice hiking, Val Thorens Guides' Office (Saint-Martin-de-Belleville), tel: +33 (0)4 79 01 04 15, email: guides-belleville@orange.fr (Fee applies)
- Snowshoes, Val Thorens Guides Office (Eskival Building), tel: +33 (0)4 79 00 70 54. (Fee applies)
- Climbing, This activity is available nearby. (Fee applies)
- Squash, This activity is available at the resort. (Fee applies)
- Tennis, Tennis court located 800 m away at Val Thorens sports centre (recently renovated multisports complex) (Fee applies)
