Val Thorens, France
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Val Thorens
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Resort Guide
Val Thorens is located in the French Alps and is the highest ski resort in Europe, offering extensive ski terrain as part of the vast Three Valleys ski area. The resort features a modern, pedestrian-friendly village atmosphere, direct ski-in/ski-out access, and a wide range of slopes suitable for all levels. Signature experiences include panoramic mountain views, a vibrant après-ski scene, and innovative amenities such as Europe’s longest toboggan run and a sports center. Val Thorens stands out for its reliable snow conditions, dynamic events calendar, and comprehensive facilities for both families and advanced skiers.
Live Conditions
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Val Thorens
Weather Forecast · 1,100m – 2,738m
Data reported at Thu, Aug 13, 6:00 PM UTC
Last Snowfall
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Last 24h
0cm
Last 7 Days
0cm
Season Total
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Off-Season Resort (Northern Hemisphere)
This resort is currently closed for the season. Northern Hemisphere resorts typically operate November–April.
Current Conditions
Reported Thu, Aug 13, 6:00 PM UTC
Base
1,100m
Temp
22°C
Wind
2km/h
Snow Depth
—
14-Day Forecast
0cm
Mid-Mountain
1,919m
Temp
17°C
Wind
2km/h
Snow Depth
—
14-Day Forecast
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Summit
2,738m
Temp
12°C
Wind
2km/h
Snow Depth
—
14-Day Forecast
0cm
Lift Status
of 550% open
14-Day Snow Forecast by Model
Summit elevation (2,738m) · Forecast from Thu, Aug 13, 6:00 PM UTC
GEM
3.8cm
Average
3.8cm
10-Day Forecast
Summit (2,738m) · Updated Thu, Aug 13, 6:00 PM UTC
Today
13
17°
5°
Fri
14
17°
5°
Sat
15
15°
4°
Sun
16
16°
4°
Mon
17
11°
4°
Tue
18
15°
1°
Wed
19
15°
4°
Thu
20
15°
3°
Fri
21
11°
5°
0.3cm
Sat
22
12°
2°
0.6cm
Season vs Historic
Updated Thu, Aug 13, 6:00 PM UTC
0cm
Season Total
This Season to Date
+88%
vs 5-Year Avg
439cm avg by now
+90%
vs 30-Year Avg
480cm avg by now
439cm
5-Yr Avg by Now
The last completed season totaled ~386.3 cm. That's 12% below the 5-year average (439 cm). Versus the 30-year baseline: 20% below the 30-year average (480 cm).
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Top Après Ski
La Folie Douce – A legendary après-ski destination in Val Thorens, La Folie Douce is renowned for its high-energy open-air parties, live music, DJ performances, and panoramic mountain views, creating an unforgettable alpine party atmosphere recognized across the Alps.
LUXSKI Hotels
1 hotel in Val Thorens
Frequently Asked Questions
Val Thorens — Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about skiing and staying in Val Thorens , France.
Visit the Val Thorens page on LUXSKI for the latest snow conditions updated hourly.
Val Thorens has 96 runs. and 55 lifts. covering 1210 skiable acres. The elevation ranges from 1100m to 2738m. with a vertical drop of 1638m. The resort averages 213 inches / 540 cm of snowfall annually..
LUXSKI features 1 curated luxury hotel near Val Thorens : Altapura. All hotels are handpicked for exceptional quality, service, and proximity to the slopes.
The 14-day snow forecast for Val Thorens predicts approximately 1cm of snowfall. LUXSKI provides forecasts from multiple weather models including ECMWF, GFS, GEM, JMA, and Météo-France, updated hourly.
You can browse and book luxury ski hotels at Val Thorens directly on LUXSKI. Visit the Val Thorens destination page to see all available hotels, check real-time room availability and pricing, and book with free cancellation options. You can also contact our concierge team at concierge@lux.ski for personalized trip planning.