Vanoise National Park
The Vanoise National Park is one of the highlights of the Tarentaise region.
About Mountain biking trails in Val Thorens
A guide to the best mountain biking trails and routes in the area
With biking routes suitable for all ages and abilities, this is a good location for family biking but equally good for the more experienced who enjoy the thrill of downhill riding or the burn of an enduro route.
Val Thorens has been FCC (French Federation of Cycling) accredited and so trails are way marked and graded so you know what you are getting yourself into. They are marked green, blue, red and black to show difficulty rating (similar to that of ski pistes) with the downhill trails marked with a diamond shaped sign and differentiated from cross-country which are two spots with a triangle.
Crossing over into neighbouring Méribel is easy from the St Martin 2 chairlift or from near the top of the Bruyeres 2 lift in Val Thorens.
The free resort bus service runs from early July until end of August and coversthe length of valley from Val Thorens at the top down to Saint Martin de Belleville, so that you can move freely between the lifts with your bike without having to pedal! There are only around four each way per day, and only two on Saturdays, so be sure to check the timetables before you set out and plan your day to get the most riding out of it.
In addition to this, the chairlifts and gondolas operate on a fairly peculiar system with various lifts only open on certain days, thus reducing easy access from Méribel over to Val Thorens. See here for more details.
You can find details of both the lift openings and bus times on the Three Valleys trail map.
What to see
Sights in Val Thorens
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Restaurants in Val Thorens
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Favela Bar and Restaurant
Favela is Val Thorens’ go-to destination for Latin American street food and lively après-ski fun. Situated on the resort’s famous bar street, it’s the perfect spot to relax, eat, drink, and soak up the vibrant mountain atmosphere.
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Les Explorateurs restaurant
One of Val Thorens' newest five star hotels has an incredible Michelin starred restaurant within.
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Le Diamant Noir Restaurant
Gourmet restaurant in a fabulous location with a Michelin starred chef.
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Il Gusto Restaurant
This Italian restaurant offers gourmet Italian cuisine in the heart of Val Thorens.
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L'Olympiski Restaurant
There is nothing like spending a day in the mountains to work up an appetite! Give in to the tempting flavours of traditional Alpine cuisine - melted cheese, cured meats, hearty mountain food to satisfy your senses...
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La Brasserie du Val Thorens Restaurant
This Alpine style restaurant serves its carefully prepared traditional French fare with views of the slopes and an expansive south-facing terrace.
What to do
Things To Do in Val Thorens
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Val Tho Motoneige Activity Company
Head out on a snowmobile with a guide and experience the mountains at night time when the lifts have closed and the pistes are quiet.
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Raquette Nature
Discover the beauty of the untouched natural mountains on snow shoes.
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La Bicicleta Bar
Bowling Bar in Val Thorens is a lively and welcoming spot, perfect for meeting friends after a day on the slopes. With a warm, family-friendly atmosphere, it offers a mix of entertainment, food, and drinks that make it a popular choice for skiers and snowboarders looking to unwind.
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Le Lac Blanc Cinema
This cinema has two daily screenings and an afternoon screening on bad weather days.
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