Val Thorens skiing breaks

If you want great skiing holidays then Val Thorens offers a purpose built and compact resort situated at 2300 metres making it Europe’s highest ski resort.  It is located in the popular region of the Three Valleys and the benefits of its high altitude ensure that there is great snow coverage.  Skiing breaks here have the added advantage of providing access to the rest of this beautiful skiing region.  If there are experienced skiers within the group this ensures great skiing entertainment throughout this exciting ski terrain.  Other resorts to visit in the region are Courchevel and Méribel as well as many pretty mountain hamlets and villages.

Beautiful scenery, stunning slopes

Although Val Thorens is purpose built, ski holidays here will still provide you with the breathtaking scenery you would hope for.  The resort has been tastefully created and blends effortlessly into its natural surroundings.  The resort is well equipped to provide an outstanding family ski breaks due to large investment in the area over the past 10 years.  The remains of the 1960s architecture is being replaced by more fitting buildings and there is a further investment of 40 million Euros due to benefit the resort in 2010 ensuring the improvements will continue. Plans already in the pipeline are for new snow making machinery and a hi-tech lift network.

The region of the Three Valleys is globally the largest ski resort and is interconnected by a maze of lifts and runs giving you and your family access to fully explore all it has to offer.  Val Thorens is an extensive ski area in itself and has varied slopes to meet with all abilities.  At St Martin you will find gentle nursery slopes which are great for small kids and first time skiers.  For the experienced skier the runs of Cime de Caron will be sure to thrill and excite.  There are six glaciers in the region which offer great summer skiing starting in July through to late August.

Now for après ski

As well as great skiing for your holidays, Val Thorens offers great après ski with the opportunity to see live bands, join in karaoke nights and listen to DJs.  There are plenty of bars to sample the local beer and there are a huge variety of English, Irish, French and Dutch waterholes to try.  Two of the most popular venues are the Frog and Roastbeef and Le Saloon.  If you want to party make your way to Croisette in Les Menuires or Dahlia in St Martin.

There are some great places to eat including the Fitzroy Hotel, the Bergerie and L’Oxalys in Val Thorens.  If you want to escape the snow sports then you need to head out of Val Thorens for St Martin de Belleville.  Here you’ll find plenty of sight seeing opportunities, adding a little diversity to your ski breaks.

For more advice on the best ski holidays in this region, At The Co-operative Travel we can offer a wide selection and ensure you get the best holiday experience.