Caron
Ski hire shop located in the main shopping centre and close to the sports centre. 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!
Snow Report Jan 18, 2023
Well what a difference a week makes! Conditions are improving considerably with this latest huge band of snow and a large cold front right across The Alps. The cold front brought plummeting temperatures down overnight from freezing limits of around 1600m to 500m and we have had several heavy snowfalls. Snowfall is continuing through Wednesday night with incredibly low temperatures down in the early -20s°C by the end of the week and the freezing level remaining very low. Winds were forecast to be quite strong at high altitude but the low pressure that is sitting over the Alps has weakened, showing that we will still experience some wind, however it will not be as strong as anticipated.
It also looks like we will be rewarded with some sunshine at the end of the week and into the weekend, to go with what will be brilliant conditions after all the fresh snow.
So Val Thorens has had another great dump of snow in the last few days, around 35cm. Temperatures have really dropped and will reach -19°C by Friday evening. The winds look to be staying light now and the freezing level is really low around 150m.
The Snow conditions look good and the whole area has fresh new snow, groomed slopes and packed powder. Val Thorens has around 150cm of snow depth at 3200 metres with around 100cm at the resort at 2300 metres.
With all the new snow that has fallen this week, the avalanche risks in Val Thorens are currently considerable, so please stick to the marked pistes and check all guidance in resort.
As of today 26 of the 28 lifts are open and 82 of the 84 runs are open. Check below and before you go out which lifts and runs are open each day.
Thanks to Rosie for her photo out on the pistes in Val Thorens this week
Top Tips if you are coming skiing this week
- Conditions are going to be more challenging, so low light lenses can make all the difference. If you’ve got them, wear them!
- It's going to be very cold too, so wrap up warm! Waterproof outer layer would be a good plan!
- When it’s actually snowing, head to the runs through the trees (or buildings!) they often give you some shelter and better visibility.
- With weather conditions being a little more erratic, keep an eye on your route home. It is too easy to take a wrong turn and end up a long way from where you want to be!
- Keep up to date on lifts opening/closing as times can change when the weather closes in.
- Check the avalanche risk as it's considerable at the moment and absolutely don't head off-piste if you don't have the correct information, equipment and guidance.
If you haven't planned your ski trip, now is the time to take advantage of January offers and cheaper flights - but be quick it's going to be an amazing ski weekend here!
Updates
If you head down this page, you can see live forecasts, lift status, links to webcams from Val Thorens. We will be updating this snow report page every Thursday, so check back in with us to see how the pistes are doing and what you can expect from the snow forecast each week.
We need you!
If you're in Val Thorens this week, we want to see your images, especially videos, of what you've been up to. So when you post to Facebook or Instagram, please tag us @SeeValThorens #seevalthorens. Every week, we'll be posting our favourite videos and images here and sharing on our social media, along with our weekly resort snow report.
Have a great time in all this amazing new snow, we'll see you on the pistes!
Ski Hire in Val Thorens
Ski Hire in Val Thorens
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Altiloc 2300
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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Goitschel Sport II
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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Black Ski Maverick Soleil
Black Ski Soleil in Val Thorens offers an exceptional ski experience. Located in the Montana residence, this renowned spot provides quality services and high-end equipment.
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Val Loc 2400
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.
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Les Balcons Haut
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!
Ski Schools in Val Thorens
Ski School Lessons in Val Thorens
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Group ski lessons
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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Group ski lessons
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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Private ski lessons
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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Private ski lessons
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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Group ski lessons
This company offer group ski and snowboard lessons throughout the winter season for all ages and abilities.
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Group ski lessons
Their children group lessons are based on making learning to ski fun and are limited to six children per group for the best learning experience.
Airport Transfers in Val Thorens
Transfers for Val Thorens
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Private and shared airport transfers
This company offers private and shared transfers from Geneva Airport to Val Thorens, nearby areas, and resorts across the Alps. With great value fares on all journeys, it’s an easy way to save money.
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Shared bus airport transfers
A key booking portal for local coach and bus transfers in the French ski resorts. Using this service to coordinate your travel means getting to resort could not be easier.
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Shared airport transfers
Booking with them means your holiday won’t involve the stress of public transport, the cost of private transfers, or the hassle of fitting snow chains on a hire car.
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Private airport transfers
From the airport to the slopes, they handle the rest. Geneva's most trusted private ski transfers.
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Private and shared airport transfers
Helping holidaymakers enjoy seamless airport transfers since 2008. From prompt and professional drivers, to stylish and well-maintained vehicles. A journey with them is more than just a transfer. Their aim is to ensure all their customers travel in comfort and with confidence.
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Private airport transfers
The Loyal Transfers team has been organising airport transfers to ski resorts around France since 2012. Their aim has always been to make independent travel to ski resorts cheaper and easier for everyone.
Winter Things To Do in Val Thorens
Wintersport Things To Do in Val Thorens
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Heliskiing/boarding
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
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
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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Husky Sledding, St Martin de Belleville
Spend an exhilarating trip being pulled in a husky sled. Excursions for 30 minutes or 1 hour are available from the tourist office in St Martin.
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Heli-Skiing
Alpamayo are a group of high mountain guides based in Chamonix all year round as well as in Val d'Isere and Tignes in the winter.
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