Accommodation

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Resorts

  • Resort Features

Accommodation

  • Features

Resorts

  • Resort Features

Meribel (3 Valleys)

With wood clad and chalet-style buildings, it is one of the most tastefully designed of all French purpose-built ski resorts, with lots of fun for families and great nightlife. Méribel consists of 3 villages between 1400m and 1750m altitude situated in the heart of the Three Valleys ski domain with its 600km of piste.

Courchevel (3 Valleys)

Courchevel is nestled in the heart of the French Alps, in the upper part of the Tarentaise Valley. The ski resort has 6 pretty villages which gradually appear as you round each corner of a pretty zig-zag mountain road, surrounded by forests and breath-taking views. The 6 villages are connected by ski lifts or free shuttle buses and form a single ski-in / ski-out resort.

Val Thorens (3 Valleys)

Val Thorens is the highest ski resort in Europe at 2,300 metres. Val Thorens is known for its high-quality, dry snow and long season, which usually runs from November to May. Catching the cable car up to Роіntе dе Тhоrеns, the highest point in The Three Valleys аt 3,266 metres, is an experience to remember. You will be greeted on arrival with spectacular panoramic views of the French, Swiss and Italian alps.

TOP 15 FRENCH SKI RESORTS

Did you know that France has over 350 ski resorts?

Some of these iconic destinations have played a big part in the history of skiing, snowboarding and other mountain sports.
The wide selection of French ski resorts means that there is something for everyone.

At Top Snow Travel, we have first-hand experience of many of these destinations, allowing us to select for you the very best France has to offer. This post will highlight the 15 best ski resorts in France, so you don’t have to spend hours trawling through the internet trying to find the right resort for you. We will give you a short overview of each resort and its unique qualities.

WHAT IS SO SPECIAL ABOUT FRENCH SKI RESORTS?

French ski resorts are popular for many reasons. Some of these may surprise you; for example, the French Alps are home to some of the world’s largest ski areas. Tignes-Val d’Isere, Portes du Soleil, Grand Massif, Mont Blanc, 3 Valleys and Paradiski are just a few of the vast ski areas available to you.

As there are so many ski resorts in France, they are all competing with each other. Therefore each resort does its best to attract guests. You can expect affordable prices, modern ski lift systems, superb facilities, and a wide range of activities to do.

Many of the best ski resorts in France have been, or are being updated. Therefore, gorgeous accommodation options, fine dining restaurants and trendy nightspots are abundant in the French Alps.

The best French ski resorts are also pretty easy to get to, thanks to their proximity to airports and train stations. If you have a car, you can even use it to visit other resorts to get the ultimate experience during your stay. Some of these ski areas straddle borders, so you can see France, Italy or Switzerland all in one day.

French ski resorts all offer different experiences to suit what you want from your trip. Do you want a family-friendly, laid back resort in a traditional alpine village? Or do you want a high-altitude resort with lively nightlife and a more contemporary feel?
Maybe you want something in between? Whatever you want, France has you covered.

The Best Ski Resorts In France

Here is our rundown of the top 15 best ski resorts in France and what you can expect from each one.
This will help you decide which French ski resort is best for you.