Val Thorens has plenty of challenging and exciting hiking routes that let you explore the mountain terrain and views.
Hiking Routes in Val Thorens
With beauitufl scenery and picturesque views you can experience everything the mountain has to offer by popping on your hiking boots. There are various mountain guides who will lead you on your hike or you can choose to tackle the trail or route on your own, just make sure you are fully equipped, prepared and have all the full details before setting off.
Below are a selection of some of the suggested hiking routes in Val Thorens. There are many more to choose from so pick up a guide or map from a magasin or information point to explore some of the other routes.
Hike 1 - Le Lac Blanc
Starting point: Rue de Gebroulaz
Duration: 3h30
This hike will take you up 479m higher into the Alps to Lac Blanc. Starting at Rue de Gebroulaz in Val Thorens you want to take the path that leads to Lac de Montaulever. The path will challenge you with some steeper inclines. Once you get to Lac de Montaulever you want to keep following the trail towards Lac Blanc, here you can stop and take in the beautiful views below. To get back down the mountain just follow the path you took on the way up. This hike is labelled IGN 18 on the walking map.
Hike 2 - Circuit des Lacs
Starting point: TC Masse 1 (Les Menuires)
Duration: 6h30
From the bottom of the TC Masse chairlift, you will take the path that leads up to your right, from here follow the path up towards Le Teurre. You will hit a fork in the road, take the path to the right and keep following it until you hit another fork where you want to take the right again. Continue onwards and upwards until you hit another fork in the trail, at this point you can head back down by taking the route to the left and walking downwards. Keep going on the long trail down until you get to another turning, take the left and when you reach the next fork take a right and you will find yourself walking back to where you started. This lovely hike and loop takes around 6-7 hours and has spectacular views of the mountain and the alpine lakes. To get to the starting point of the route you can just hop on a bus from Val Thorens to Les Menuires. This hike is lablled IGN 9 on the walking map.
What to see
Sights in Val Thorens
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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.
Where to lunch
Restaurants in Val Thorens
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L'Adray Telebar Restaurant
Charming mountain restaurant with traditional Savoyard flavours and sunny terrace
Immerse yourself in the warm and authentic world of their restaurant Le Télébar, a true tribute to traditional Savoyard cuisine. Here, they invite you to discover homemade dishes, carefully prepared using local and quality ingredients.
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Le Chalet de Pierres Restaurant
Indulge in fine, traditional and local cuisine at this piste-side Courchevel institution
This authentic Savoyard restaurant welcomes you with a variety of fine-dining possibilities for your lunch break in the Courchevel Valley.
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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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La Soucoupe Restaurant
Romantically rustic traditional restaurant at the top of the Loze lift
Located at the top of La Loze, this romantically rustic restaurant serves up quality cuisine with meats cooked on the open fire. A very warm and friendly atmosphere.
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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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Beca Restaurant
A fine dining restaurant set in elegant surroundings serving reworked and imaginative classic dishes
Well known throughout the resort, this restaurant offers fine dining, and is recognised as one of the leading restaurants of the Alps.
What to do
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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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Raquette Nature 
Raquette Nature
Explore the natural surroundings of Val Thorens on snow shoes
Discover the beauty of the untouched natural mountains on snow shoes.
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