Valmorel Ski Holidays
Valmorel Ski Holidays

Valmorel Ski Holidays

A bit about Valmorel

4.4/5EXCELLENT (71 REVIEWS)
Nestled in the majestic Tarentaise Valley, Valmorel epitomizes the charm of a traditional Alpine village with its pedestrian streets, enchanting Savoyard architecture, and the backdrop of Cheval Noir mountain. Known as Valmorel La Belle due to its picturesque setting, the resort maintains a cozy and welcoming atmosphere, distinct from typical purpose-built resorts with its harmonious use of wood, stone, and slate. The main village of Valmorel centers around a car-free main street, where pedestrians freely roam among low-rise buildings that blend seamlessly with the mountainous landscape. Offering over 160km of pistes, the resort excels in 'ski in/ski out' accessibility, ensuring that ski lifts are just a stone's throw away from most accommodations. Valmorel includes several interconnected villages, each with its unique charm: Doucy, Nâves, Celliers, and La Léchère-Les-Bains. Efficient shuttle buses and a cable car system facilitate easy access across the various villages, making every part of the resort readily accessible within minutes.
Valmorel resort facts
Ski areaValmorel - Le Grand Domaine
Total slopes165 km
Easy slopes27 runs
Intermediate slopes48 runs
Difficult slopes20 runs
Expert slopes8 runs
Number of lifts46
Snow range1,250 m - 2,550 m
Resort height1,400 m - 2,550 m
Snow parks1
Rating by ski level
Beginners
10/10
Intermediates
9/10
Experts
7/10
Snowboarders
8/10
Rating by group type
Friends
7/10
Families
6/10
Couples
4/10
Transfer times to Valmorel
Chambéry airport1 hr 15 min
Lyon airport2 hr
Geneva airport2 hr 15 min

A bit about Valmorel

4.4/5EXCELLENT (71 REVIEWS)
Nestled in the majestic Tarentaise Valley, Valmorel epitomizes the charm of a traditional Alpine village with its pedestrian streets, enchanting Savoyard architecture, and the backdrop of Cheval Noir mountain. Known as Valmorel La Belle due to its picturesque setting, the resort maintains a cozy and welcoming atmosphere, distinct from typical purpose-built resorts with its harmonious use of wood, stone, and slate. The main village of Valmorel centers around a car-free main street, where pedestrians freely roam among low-rise buildings that blend seamlessly with the mountainous landscape. Offering over 160km of pistes, the resort excels in 'ski in/ski out' accessibility, ensuring that ski lifts are just a stone's throw away from most accommodations. Valmorel includes several interconnected villages, each with its unique charm: Doucy, Nâves, Celliers, and La Léchère-Les-Bains. Efficient shuttle buses and a cable car system facilitate easy access across the various villages, making every part of the resort readily accessible within minutes.
Valmorel resort facts
Ski areaValmorel - Le Grand Domaine
Total slopes165 km
Easy slopes27 runs
Intermediate slopes48 runs
Difficult slopes20 runs
Expert slopes8 runs
Number of lifts46
Snow range1,250 m - 2,550 m
Resort height1,400 m - 2,550 m
Snow parks1
Rating by ski level
Beginners
10/10
Intermediates
9/10
Experts
7/10
Snowboarders
8/10
Rating by group type
Friends
7/10
Families
6/10
Couples
4/10
Transfer times to Valmorel
Chambéry airport1 hr 15 min
Lyon airport2 hr
Geneva airport2 hr 15 min

Valmorel, France

Valmorel boasts 165 km of excellently maintained pistes, accessible via modern lift systems, ensuring a seamless skiing experience from the village to the peaks to skiers and snowboarders of all levels.

Skiing in Valmorel

Beginners: Beginners in Valmorel are exceptionally well-accommodated, with dedicated areas such as the gentle slopes at the top of the Rocher lift, ideal for learning, and friendly English-speaking instructors available.

Intermediates: Intermediate skiers will find a paradise in Valmorel, with 70% of the slopes being green and blue. The areas accessed from the Côte Soleil and Pierrafort gondola offer expansive blue runs that are perfect for building confidence and skill, with opportunities for day-long excursions to nearby St Francois and Longchamp.

Advanced: Advanced skiers have their challenges cut out with 15 km of black runs, including the thrilling Combe de Riondet snowcross and demanding off-piste options in the Massif de la Lauzière.

Snowboarding: Snowboarders are well catered for with extensive snow parks, boardercross, and snowzones. Valmorel’s terrain parks are equipped with features that suit both beginners and seasoned freestylers, making it a hotspot for snowboarding enthusiasts.

Plan ahead your perfect ski vacation at Valmorel: download the latest Valmorel piste map and explore the trails and lifts ahead of time to ensure an unforgettable skiing experience.

Families

Among the vast tapestry of French ski resorts, Valmorel shines as a family-friendly destination, where ski facilities and accommodations are conveniently situated close to the lifts. The Eggalm Children’s Park and various other family-oriented attractions ensure that Valmorel is a safe and enjoyable choice for families, offering numerous activities that go beyond skiing.

Activities

Snow activities: snowshoeing, sledging, dog sledding, cross-country skiing, fat biking, ski joering, laser rifle biathlon

Non-skiing activities: paragliding, spa and well-being, nordic walking, mountain karting, ziplining, airboard,

Valmorel après ski

Valmorel’s après-ski scene offers a cozy but vibrant atmosphere with its quaint bars and cafés, perfect for relaxing after a day on the slopes.

Valmorel restaurants

The culinary experience in Valmorel is a highlight, featuring over thirty mountain and village restaurants that serve a range of dishes from traditional Savoyard fare at La Marmite to international cuisine at Le Jimbo Lolo. The mountain restaurants, such as L'Alpage and L'Altipiano, offer stunning views and delicious meals, making dining out a delightful part of the Valmorel experience.

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