Alps, France

Val Thorens Ski Resort

ClosedOpens Late November

Season dates, 150 trails, lift pass pricing, and monthly snow conditions

Expert Terrain

Budget Friendly

10,597ft

Peak Elevation

3,051ft

Vertical Drop

150

Trails

230"

Annual Snow

Overview

Val Thorens is a ski resort in Alps, France, with an elevation range from 7,546ft (2300m) to 10,597ft (3230m). The vertical drop is 3,051ft (930m) across 150 trails served by 29 lifts and 1,500 skiable acres. The nearest airport is Chambery Airport (CMF), about 120 minutes away by car. Val Thorens receives an average of 230 inches of snowfall annually.

Season Overview

Season Timeline

Late November to Early May

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec

Opens: Late NovemberCloses: Early May

Peak Open Early Late Closed

Snow Conditions

70cm(28in)Heavy

Average snowfall in February, Val Thorens's snowiest peak-season month.

230"

Annual Snowfall

(584cm)

-5°C

February Avg High

-12°C

February Avg Low

Snowmaking covers 45% of the terrain, supplementing natural snowfall.

Monthly Snowfall

230"

annual avg

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Peak Open Early Latecm/month

Terrain & Trails

150

Total Trails

Lifts

1,500

Skiable Acres

3,051ft

Vertical Drop

Trail Difficulty Breakdown

12%

Beginner: 18 trails

37%

Intermediate: 56 trails

35%

Advanced: 53 trails

16%

Expert: 24 trails

12%Beginner (18)

37%Intermediate (56)

35%Advanced (53)

16%Expert (24)

Val Thorens has 150 trails: 12% green, 37% blue, 35% black, and 16% double-black. Black and double-black trails make up 51% of the terrain at Val Thorens.

Lift System & Elevation

Total Lifts

3,051ft

Vertical Drop

930m

(3,051ft)

Elevation Profile

10,597ft

Peak

7,546ft

Base

Price Trends

Day pass pricing across the season

$68

avg/day

$74

Jan

$78

Feb

$68

Mar

$62

Apr

$55

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

$62

Nov

$74

Dec

Peak Shoulder Off-PeakBest value: May ($55)

Best Month to Visit Val Thorens

Top Pick

January

Solid snowGreat valuePeak conditions

score

65cm

Moderate

$74/day

January offers the best overall balance of snowfall, crowd levels, and pricing at Val Thorens, based on this guide's month-by-month scoring. Snowfall this month averages 65cm. Crowd levels are moderate.

Open

55cm

snowfall

-5°/-12°

high/low °C

crowds

$74

day pass

Monthly conditions are based on historical averages. Actual conditions vary year to year. Click on any month for detailed conditions, crowd levels, and packing tips for Val Thorens.

Lift Passes & Pricing

Adult Day Pass

$68

per day

Season Pass

$1,100

full season

Multi-Resort Pass Inclusion:

Trois Vallees

Day pass pricing varies by date and ticket type; check the resort's official site for current rates. Val Thorens is included on the Trois Vallees pass.

Getting to Val Thorens

Nearest Airport

Chambery Airport (CMF)

Approx. 120 min drive

Location

Alps, France 🇫🇷

45.2977°N, 6.5802°E

The drive from Chambery Airport to Val Thorens takes about 2 hours.

Frequently Asked Questions

When does Val Thorens open for the season?

Val Thorens typically opens in Late November and closes in Early May. Exact dates vary year to year, so check the resort's official site before booking travel.

How much is a day lift pass at Val Thorens?

A day lift pass at Val Thorens starts at $68 per day. Prices vary by date and ticket type, so check the resort's official site for current rates.

Is Val Thorens good for beginners?

Val Thorens has 12% beginner-rated (green) terrain. Intermediate and advanced skiers will find more terrain to explore here.

How much snow does Val Thorens get per year?

Val Thorens receives an average of 230 inches of snowfall per year. Snowmaking covers 45% of the terrain, supplementing natural snowfall.

What is the best month to ski at Val Thorens?

January is the highest-scoring month to ski at Val Thorens in this guide's month-by-month ranking of snowfall, crowd levels, and lift pass pricing. It averages 65cm of snowfall and moderate crowd levels.

Overview

Terrain & Trails

150

Total Trails

Lifts

1,500

Skiable Acres

3,051ft

Vertical Drop

Trail Difficulty Breakdown

12%

Beginner: 18 trails

37%

Intermediate: 56 trails

35%

Advanced: 53 trails

16%

Expert: 24 trails

12%Beginner (18)

37%Intermediate (56)

35%Advanced (53)

16%Expert (24)

Val Thorens has 150 trails: 12% green, 37% blue, 35% black, and 16% double-black. Black and double-black trails make up 51% of the terrain at Val Thorens.

Frequently Asked Questions

When does Val Thorens open for the season?

Val Thorens typically opens in Late November and closes in Early May. Exact dates vary year to year, so check the resort's official site before booking travel.

How much is a day lift pass at Val Thorens?

A day lift pass at Val Thorens starts at $68 per day. Prices vary by date and ticket type, so check the resort's official site for current rates.

Is Val Thorens good for beginners?

Val Thorens has 12% beginner-rated (green) terrain. Intermediate and advanced skiers will find more terrain to explore here.

How much snow does Val Thorens get per year?

Val Thorens receives an average of 230 inches of snowfall per year. Snowmaking covers 45% of the terrain, supplementing natural snowfall.

What is the best month to ski at Val Thorens?