Val Thorens caters really well for everyone from little tots to energetic teenagers.
Spring half-term activities in Val Thorens
The best things to do with kids in Val Thorens this half-term
Half-term is the perfect excuse to swap screens for snowy adventures, and Val Thorens is one of the best alpine resorts for family holidays in the French Alps. Set high in the Belleville Valley and surrounded by some of the most spectacular mountain scenery in the Alps, this world-class resort offers far more than exceptional skiing, with activities to suit toddlers, teens and adults alike. From thrilling winter adventures and panoramic viewpoints to ice skating, sledging and unforgettable family days out, Val Thorens makes it easy to keep everyone entertained. Here’s our guide to the best ways to make the most of your February half-term holiday in the mountains.
Evenings out in Val Thorens
The bars in Val Thorens are generally very family friendly, especially during the early evening when it’s common to see families enjoying a relaxed drink together after a day on the slopes. Many venues welcome children with cosy seating, games and a laid-back atmosphere, while those serving food often offer children’s menus and casual dining options if your après drinks turn into dinner time. From hot chocolates by the fire to early evening live music, après-ski in Val Thorens can be enjoyed by the whole family before the later nightlife begins.
Bars & Clubs in Val Thorens
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Igloo de Thorens
Welcome to Igloo de Thorens - an igloo bar/café in Val Thorens
Igloo de Thorens Bar offers one of Val Thorens’ most memorable mountain experiences, combining alpine scenery with a truly quirky setting. Built entirely from snow and ice over the course of ten days, the igloo is crafted by hand, day and night, to create a magical winter hideaway high on the slopes.
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The Frog Bar
The highest pub in Europe! Popular bar with a great après-ski atmosphere
The Frog Bar in Val Thorens, Europe’s highest pub, has been a favourite since 2007, offering a lively mix of great food, drinks, and entertainment. Famous for serving the best British pub food in the resort, it’s the place to enjoy hearty favourites that hit the spot, from juicy burgers to loaded nachos, all made to satisfy even the hungriest skiers.
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Downunder Sports Bar
Welcome to Downunder Sports Bar – The Ultimate Sports and Party Spot in Val Thorens!
Downunder Sports Bar sits right in the heart of Val Thorens and is a go-to spot for live sport, cold drinks, and a buzzing social atmosphere. Open day and night, it’s the kind of place where ski boots are welcome, the screens are always on, and there’s something happening from the moment you walk in.
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Café Snesko Bar
Popular Danish bar in the party hub of Val Thorens with a reputation for being the best après bar around
A Val Thorens institution going from strength to strength with each season. Although a Danish bar through and through, its reputation has steadily grown with all nationalities and it has gained recognition as one of the very best après-ski bars outside Austria.
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Favela Bar and Restaurant
Welcome to Favela – Val Thorens' Latin American street food and party spot
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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Klub Summit Nightclub
The highest nightclub in Europe, two bars and a VIP lounge, open every night in the winter
Klub Summit in Val Thorens is where the party never stops. Located on the famous bar street, they’re open nightly from 23:00 until 05:00 AM, with DJs spinning the best commercial music - from house to pop to disco - all night long.
Fun on the snow
Val Thorens has plenty of dedicated spaces and activities designed to keep younger visitors entertained away from the ski slopes. Head to family-friendly areas such as the Kids Park and beginner zones around the resort, where children can enjoy playful snow features, gentle slopes and fun learning areas designed to help them build confidence while having fun in the mountains.
You’ll find that local sports shops sell and rent plastic sledges, so pick up your own and head to one of Val Thorens’ dedicated sledging areas for some classic winter fun. The Cosmojet toboggan run is a firm favourite with families, offering a thrilling 6km descent through the snowy landscape, whilst shorter sledging areas around the resort provide a perfect introduction for younger children. Whether it’s a gentle first ride or a race to the bottom, sledging is a simple way to create unforgettable memories in the mountains.
Ski Hire in Val Thorens
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Ride & Style
Snowboard hire and clothing shop in the Caron shopping centre in Val Thorens
If you’re heading to Val Thorens with snowboarding in mind, you’ll find a dedicated snowboard hire service in the centre of the resort. With a strong focus on snowboarding, the shop offers a selection of boards, boots and bindings to suit different riding styles and levels.
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Goitschel Sport IV
Ski & snowboard rental shop at the entrance to resort
You can’t wait for your next ski trip? Everything is already booked except your ski equipment? Don’t worry, we’ll help you find the perfect equipment to fully enjoy your ski holiday in Val Thorens!
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Val Loc 2400
One stop shop for all your ski and snowboard equipment hire in Val Thorens
No need to carry your ski equipment around with you! Simply pick it up from the ski shop in resort. You can collect your equipment from at least 5pm the day before your 1st skiing day.Â
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Altiloc 2300
Located on the Grande Rue, this Ski Hire Shop has Easy Access to the Pistes and Lifts
This brand new ski and snowboard hire shop situated just a short distance from the main lifts in Val Thorens. Maxime and his team will welcome you and assist you in the store.
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Les Balcons Haut
Ski hire next to the Plein Sud piste in the Balcons de Val Thorens Residences
Hire skis and snowboards at the beginning of the street Les Balcons, 50 m to the residence Altitude, Val 2400 et Chalets du Soleil. Save time and money by booking online with Intersport. Have your equipment ready to pick up as soon as you arrive and hit the slopes straight away!
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Salomon Corner
Ski hire in The North Face store in Val Thorens
If you’re looking to hire Salomon ski equipment for your holiday in Val Thorens, Salomon Corner offers a convenient option in the centre of the resort. Located in the basement of The North Face shop in Galerie Caron, the rental service gives you access to Salomon equipment without having to commit to buying your own skis.
Action packed days
Young adventurers will find plenty of ways to add some excitement to their Val Thorens holiday beyond a typical ski day. Speak to your ski school about the extra experiences they offer, from freestyle coaching and snow games to guided adventures that introduce children to new challenges in a safe environment.
For older or more confident skiers, there are opportunities to explore freeride terrain, try freestyle tricks or spend time in the snowpark. With its high-altitude setting, varied terrain and excellent coaching options, Val Thorens is the perfect place for young skiers to improve their technique, gain confidence and discover a more adventurous side of the mountains.
Ski School Lessons in Val Thorens
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Private ski lessons
Private skiing and snowboarding lessons with highly rated instructors
This ski school connects snow sports enthusiasts of all abilities with expert ski and snowboard instructors across Europe’s top resorts. With thousands of top-rated, verified instructors to choose from, their private lessons offer a flexible and personalised learning experience.
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Group ski lessons
Small groups for adults and children of all abilities with a well-established and trusted ski school
Established in 1991, this ski and snowboard school was one of the first British ski schools in France and is renowned for its fantastic instructors and excellent customer service.
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Group ski lessons
Group ski and snowboard lessons for children and adults of all ages and abilities
This ski school offers group ski lessons for both children and adults, catering to all ability levels. Their group lessons provide a great and affordable way to improve your skiing in a safe, social and supportive environment.
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Private ski lessons
British school offering a wide range of private lesson options tailored to all ages and abilities
Established in 1991, this ski and snowboard school was one of the first British-run ski schools in France. Their team is known for going the extra mile, offering excellent customer service and delivering outstanding lessons and guiding.
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Private ski lessons
Teaching a wide range of private snow sports lessons to all levels
This company offer private ski and snowboard lessons throughout the winter season for all ages and abilities.
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Private ski lessons
Exceptional private ski and snowboard tuition for all levels
A ski school that brings technique and pleasure together throughout the Alps.
Out and about in Val Thorens
If you’ve invested in the 3 Valleys lift pass, Val Thorens opens up a whole world of family adventures beyond simply skiing from piste to piste. Take the Funitel de Péclet towards the glacier for breathtaking views from one of the highest points in the resort, ride up to Cime de Caron for panoramic views across the Alps, or explore the neighbouring resorts of Les Menuires, Méribel and Courchevel within the vast 3 Valleys area.
A mountain day doesn’t have to involve skis; hop on a lift just to admire the scenery, follow one of the resort’s winter walking routes, discover snowy trails through the valley, or settle in at a mountain restaurant for a warming hot chocolate with a view. With its dramatic landscapes and easy access to high-altitude experiences, Val Thorens makes exploring the mountains a memorable adventure for the whole family.
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Vanoise National Park 
Vanoise National Park
The Vanoise National Park is one of the highlights of the Tarentaise region
The Vanoise National Park is one of the highlights of the Tarentaise region.Â
Family activities for everyone
Val Thorens offers plenty of family-friendly activities beyond skiing, making it easy to fill your holiday with memorable winter experiences. Families can enjoy ice skating at the outdoor rink in the centre of resort, take a swim at the Sports Centre, or race down the mountain on the Cosmojet toboggan run, the longest toboggan run in France, with over 6km of twists, turns and snowy fun.
Families can also enjoy husky sledding through the alpine landscape, snowshoeing adventures, bowling, cinema trips and scenic winter walks with spectacular mountain views. For something truly memorable, try a torchlit snowshoe outing, take a paragliding flight above the valley or enjoy a horse-drawn sleigh ride through the resort. With so many activities beyond skiing, Val Thorens makes it easy to keep the whole family entertained throughout the half-term holidays.
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Village Igloo aperitif and dinner
Traditional fondue dinner or aperitif in an Igloo, suitable for all the family
A dining experience like no other! A spectacular and unique 180m2 ice grotto, bar, restaurant and mini hotel in Val Thorens, where you'll enjoy a typical Savoyard cheese fondue or aperitif in a unique setting.
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Rafting In The Alps
Half and full day white water rafting for all abilities from eight years-old
White water rafting is accessible to all who love the natural environment and who are in search of a bit of adventure. These excursions will leave you with some unforgettable memories.
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Hydrospeeding
Half-day white water swimming/hydrospeeding. This is fast, fun and unforgettable
This activity is accessible to those comfortable in water, no need to be a professional diver or swimmer, you just have to be smart at using the water movements, obstacles and waves.
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Heliskiing/boarding
Heliskiing/boarding trip in Valgrisenche, The Courmayeur Valley and the Col de Petit St Bernard Pass.
For backcountry adventures, this independent company operates in and around the following three heliski destinations: Valgrisenche, The Courmayeur Valley and the Col de Petit St Bernard Pass. They have pioneered 32 drop zones within these three broad valley regions giving you a huge choice of terrain, snow conditions and mountain orientation to ensure you have a day best suited to your ability and preferences.
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Helicopter tours
10, 30 or 60 minute private helicopter tours for up to five people
A fantastic way to see the resort with your friends and family and a great way to entertain any non-skiers in your group.
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Val Tho Motoneige Activity Company 
Val Tho Motoneige Activity Company
Snowmobiling in and around the Val Thorens area
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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