Val Thorens Ready For Winter

Perched at the top of the Alps at 2,300m, Val Thorens is much more than a ski resort: it’s a unique universe, a journey that transforms every visit into an unforgettable adventure. Everything is different: the height, the atmosphere, the experiences and the lifestyle that makes the resort so unique.

While Val Thorens is renowned for the quality of its slopes and the skiing, it also offers numerous alternatives for non-skiers. There is something for everyone: every visitor, regardless of age, fitness, budget or interests, can find happiness and have unforgettable experiences.

A ski-in/ski-out resort, everything is designed for the comfort of visitors. Every place is within reach, offering a smooth and stress-free stay.

Val Thorens also boasts a cosmopolitan atmosphere and world- renowned sporting events. Travelers come from all over the world, creating an incredible cultural melting pot.
In Val Thorens, the summit is not only geographical: it’s an invitation to live exceptional moments, timeless and close to the stars.

Cime Caron, the highest point of the Val Thorens ski area at 3,200 meters, offers a breathtaking 360 degree panorama of the surrounding peaks with views of Mont Blanc, too. Accessible to everyone thanks to the ski lifts, Cime Caron is a must-see destination in itself both in winter and summer.

With ongoing investment in recent years, Cime Caron will feature a brand new building this year – called Caron 3 200 – which will open for the winter 2024/2025 season.
Perched at 3 200m, Caron 3 200 is a state of the art facility developed by SETAM (Val Thorens’ ski lift company) to offer new services on the iconic summit and improve the visitor experience with places for relaxation, meeting and dining.

The complex will house a new restaurant with 130 seats, a cosy wine bar, a rooftop with a bar and panoramic terrace, as well as an 80m2 multi-service space which can serve as a projection room, exhibition hall or reception area for events and seminars.

The extraordinary nature of the site necessitated protecting it by limiting the building’s energy needs and environmental impact which was a significant challenge given the height and regular extreme weather conditions. To achieve this, the building was designed with local architects and landscape consultants to blend harmoniously with the Cime Caron environment. Additionally, SETAM implemented several measures:

- Use of sustainable raw materials: steel, wood, glass and stainless steel.
- Use of renewable energies (thermo-solar, solar panels, recovery of residual heat from the Orelle-Caron cable car).
- Innovative water resource management using micro- steppe technology.
- Selection of local and national suppliers.
- Sourcing and products made in France.

• The 2 Lacs chairlift will be replaced by a fast, comfortable, and modern 10-seat gondola. This new lift will reach higher - to the starting point of the La BEE zip line and Moutière chairlift arrival area - offering more skiing for beginner clients.The departure area will also have a specially designed entrance for children to help them board.
• Salomon and Val Thorens are partnering to develop ski touring and make the activity more accessible to everyone. Two new ski touring trails are opening this season and will connect two areas: Petite Sud and Grande Sud.

For years, great sports figures have chosen Val Thorens to prepare for the biggest snow sport competitions: the French and European championships, World Cups and even the Olympic Games.

With its high elevation, snow cover is guaranteed for 6 months a year and the versatile, high-quality facilities in Val Thorens provide an environment conducive to performance and concentration for the world’s elite racers - regardless of discipline - where training at altitude offers them real performance advantages.

A brand new sports program, conceived by all the resort's entities, brings together three world-renowned events : the Ice Cross World Championships, the first stage of the Ski Cross World Cup and a stage of the Freeride World Tour. This reinforces Val Thorens’ position as a dynamic centre for winter sports excellence.

• Ice Cross, extreme skaters meet in Val Thorens December 5-7, 2024 Val Thorens, in partnership with ASTX (All Terrain Skate Cross) and the French Ice Sports Federation, is organizing a leg of the Ice Cross World Championships from December 5-7, 2024. Staged in the heart of the resort, this most spectacular speed skating competition will see participants launch in groups of four on an ice track dotted with obstacles - all at night - which adds to the thrill and excitement.
• Ski Cross World Cup, December 12-13, 2024 For the twelfth consecutive year, Val Thorens is hosting a stage of the Ski Cross World Cup, a must-see event on the international ski circuit. Skiers will compete four by four on December 12 & 13, 2024, along a course composed of bumps, banked turns and jumps designed by Olympic champion and local ski hero, Jean-Frédéric Chapuis.
• Freeride World Tour, a new peak for Freeride From 27 January to 1 February 2025. The Freeride World Tour returns to France after 8 years and sets up in Val Thorens where a stage will be hosted. Thanks to its prime location at 2,300m, Val Thorens and its iconic Cime Caron offer an exceptional playground for competitors, combining technical challenges and breathtaking views. This unique French stage is also the only one accessible by ski lift via the Caron cable car.

Altapura Yaki Alta, an inspired cuisine

Opening this season is Altapura's new restaurant – called Yaki Alta - where Asian and European flavors meet in bold fusion cuisine. The restaurant promises a limitless culinary journey where each dish is an exploration of innovative tastes and diverse cultural influences. L’Oxalys

Complete renovation of Montagnettes Group apartments.

Following the renovation of the relaxation area and spa last season, a comprehensive remodelling of all 36 apartments at the 4-star L'Oxalys residence was carried out during the off-season costing €3.5 million. This reflects the Montagnettes Group's commitment to offering unparalleled comfort and quality to its guests from around the world. Agnès Girard, CEO of the group, sees the importance of the investment to ensure the longevity of Montagnettes establishments. Thanks to this modernization, L'Oxalys**** continues to lead in mountain hospitality, providing guests with an unforgettable experience where modernity and tradition blend harmoniously. The residence will reopen on November 29.

Marielle An expanded après-ski offer

Hotel Marielle will launch its vinyl bar every day from 6 PM to 8 PM in the bar area. The concept: a DJ will play only vinyl records chosen by customers themselves. Over 1 000 records will be available, guaranteeing old-school music ambiance!

Oxygène Ski School launches Ski Transfer A way to hit the slopes without even wearing skis!

Ever fancied heading off into the deeper snow but struggled to get to grips with powder sking? Or maybe you or a friend can’t ski at all? Oxygène, one of the five ski schools in Val Thorens, is launching ‘ski transfer’, an innovative, fun and comfortable way to experience the slopes without you actually having to ski yourself! The concept is simple.You sit in a chair - on skis – which is controlled and piloted by an Oxygène ski instructor who will take you out onto the slopes, so you can admire the snowy landscapes, meet friends or simply explore an area of the mountains you’ve always wanted to check out. Think of it as the ultimate Tuc Tuc ride.

Tomorrow's projects «Plateau du Cairn»

Always looking to the future, Val Thorens is constantly rethinking and evolving. Since the end of the last winter season, the resort has embarked on a number of renovation and refurbishment projects, with the aim of continually improving the visitor experience and pursuing a long-term ecological policy.

With a view to innovation and development, Val Thorens is planning to create an eco-neighbourhood on a brownfield site: the Plateau du Cairn. The aims of the project are to bolster winter tourism and develop summer activities, as well as increasing the use of renewable energy and enabling the construction of new housing for permanent and seasonal staff.