Places to see in ( Les Menuires - France )
Places to see in ( Les Menuires - France )
Les Menuires is a ski resort in the Belleville valley of Les Trois Vallées between Saint-Martin-de-Belleville and Val Thorens. Owned and operated by Compagnie des Alpes, it is in the Savoie département of France. The resort has 48 restaurants, 39 ski lifts and 62 trails. The resort has advanced ski slopes and beginner slopes. The resort also hosted the men's slalom alpine skiing event at the 1992 Winter Olympics. Its slopes are connected to more than 600 km of slopes in Les Trois Vallées, making it a part of the largest skiable area in the world. The resort has not only skiing facilities, but also offers a range of other activities. The resort was founded in 1964 and has an altitude range of 1,850 m (6,070 ft).
During the 1950s, Service of the Study and Development of Mountain Tourism (SEATM) was created by the local authorities to create the ski resort of Courchevel. Due to its great success, in the 1960s the mayor of Saint Martin de Belleville decided to follow suit and create a society with the plan to create 100 000 beds divided between the two main resorts of Les Menuires and Val Thorens plus five satellite resorts.
In 1964 the first three drag lifts were installed. In 1967 the first accommodation residences in the Croisette area were opened as well as the second stage of the La Masse cable car. In 1969 the tourist office was created together with Les Menuires’ first hotel and the west side of the mountain was equipped with ski lifts. 1973 saw the first stage of the impressive 3 Valleys ski area, with the Allamands drag lift linking Les Menuires to Méribel, at the same time that the nearby resort of Val Thorens was starting to be developed.
Up to the early 1980s, there was an intense period of development in Les Menuires and Val Thorens. The initial plans were changed along the way with the main objectives being controlled development and preservation of the environment. The number of beds was scaled right down to 26,000 in Les Menuires and 20,000 for Val Thorens. The idea of satellite resorts was scrapped and instead the traditional village of Saint Martin de Belleville was created with 1200 beds. In the end 47,000 beds were created instead of the initially planned 100,000. The main resort is centered on La Croisette, all of the restaurants shops bars and hotel Le Pelvoux are linked by an internal gallery. These front onto the piste, and the ski lifts that link the three valleys network.
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Val Thorens 2018 & 2019 Guide 4k
Located in the Three Valleys ski area, at an altitude of 2,300 metres above sea level, Val Thorens is the highest ski resort in Europe.
Thanks to its 600 Kilometers of connected Ski Runs, the Three Valleys ski area is considered the best in the world. Couple that with the outstanding night life and après ski scene, and Val Thorens is probably the best ski resort in the world.
In this video, I’ll show you the most important things you need to know before booking a vacation in Val Thorens,
And if you stick around until the end of the video, I’ll give you some great tips that will help you make better decisions and save money. How do you get to Val Thorens?
The closest airports to Val Thorens are Chambery, Lyon And Geneva, with transfer times of 2 hours, 2 hours and 45 minutes, and 3 hours and 15 minutes respectively.
But do be aware, French Holiday season kicks in on the Saturday of the 2nd week of February and 2nd week of March, and massive traffic jams may cause transfer times to extend to as long as eight hours, so planning ahead is vital!
If you’re coming on the train, the nearest train stop is in the town of Moutier, from where you’ll need to take a 1 hour bus journey to Val Thorens.
Overall, there are 9 black runs, 30 red runs, 35 blue runs, and 11 green runs in the ski area of Val Thorens.
For intermediate to advanced skiers, I recommend buying the 3 Valley skips which cost 300 euros for 6 days and are worth every penny.
Take note that the 3 Valleys ski area has a shorter ski season than Val Thorens, which spread from around December 10th to April 20th each year.
Val Thorens has one of the longest ski seasons around, beginning in mid-November, and lasting until early May, after the famous Dutch Week Festival.
This video was shot on April 15th.
So, before we wrap up, here are my ratings for Val Thorens:
For snowboarders, it’s a 9, Together with the 3 Valleys there are endless possibilities for snowboarders. The fact that along the snow park there is a drug lift, damages the otherwise amazing 10 score.
For skiers for all levels: it’s a 9. The fact that the runs in Val Thorens itself are above the tree line make the view a little boring.
For freestylers, also a 9, again just because of the drug lift in the snow park.
For free riders, a perfect 10. Together with the 3 valleys there is indeed the largest area of off-piste than anywhere else in the world.
For Night life: another 10. Many packed bars for every taste, where you can party in a packed place with energy from 4 pm ‘til 4 am, every night.
Après ski: it’s a 10. The Foley Douce is the best après ski bar in the world today
Resort Charm: 7.5. The absence of trees makes it a little bit boring, but the many chairlifts and little ski runs crossing the village, gives it a unique charm all of its own.
My total, overall score for Val Thorens sits at a 9, and for young people and party lovers it is probably the best ski resort in the world today.
My bonus tips for Val Thorens:
Because Val Thorens is so high, it takes time to the body to acclimate and you are likely to feel exhausted for the first 2 days.
My recommendation is not to party hard on these nights if at all because you will have little energy, and if you drink you will probably suffer quite a harsh hangover.
The reason you haven’t seen nightlife shots in this video is because
The 2nd tip is not to come to Val Thorens by car, as there are only 3 designated parking garages that cost 70 euros per week. Everything you need is within easy walking distance, and on-street parking will land you a ticket, so it’s unlikely you’ll need the car for the duration of your visit anyway.
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Destination Ski: Les Menuires
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Once called 'The Smile of the Alps' the curving layout of its central buildings makes Les Menuires the fourth largest resort in the world’s biggest ski area, the Three Valleys, along with Courchevel, Meribel and Val Thorens.
Places to see in ( Val Thorens - France )
Places to see in ( Val Thorens - France )
Val Thorens, located in the Tarentaise Valley, Savoie, French Alps, is the highest ski resort in Europe, at an altitude of 2300 m. It is located in the commune of Saint-Martin-de-Belleville in the Savoie département. The resort forms part of the 3 vallées linked ski area which, with over 600 km of piste, is one of the largest linked ski areas in the world.
In the 1960s the potential of Val Thorens to be transformed from summer pasture into a location for a purpose built ski area was noted. Prior to this the development of Les Menuires at 1850m was begun in 1967. In 1969 the access road was extended up to Val Thorens so that development of the resort could start. In 1971 the first of 3 drag lifts was installed, followed in 1972 by the opening of the first ski school. Like many 1960s purpose built resorts in the French Alps, Val Thorens suffered from a lack of architectural guidelines in the early days, leading to an over-dependence on concrete. New and renovated developments now have to meet much stricter design guidelines and the use of traditional materials is sought.
The nearest airports are Chambéry, Lyon and Geneva. They have a transfer time of 2 hours, 2 hours 45 mins and 3 hrs 15 mins respectively. Alternatively the resort is nearly 1 hour from Moutiers for the snow train. Given the high altitude of Val Thorens and the Glacier de Péclet the often large volume of snow means that the resort is usually open from mid-November until early May. The highest ski-able peaks are Pointe du Bouchet (3220 m) and Cime de Caron (3200 m), with its cable car of the same name, one of the biggest in the world with a capacity of 150+1 passengers.
Many of the slopes in Val Thorens face north and north-west, providing for good snow conditions. This means that the slopes are not as sunny, so the resort tends to attract a crowd more interested in skiing than terracing. However, the resort itself faces south, and many people enjoy sitting outside in the sunshine when they have finished skiing. Val Thorens has a total of 68 marked runs, and several terrain parks. The main snow park sees top level freestyle competitions every winter as it hosts a stage of the national SFR Slopestyle Tour, and the ski cross arena is frequently visited by the FIS Skier X World Cup. Jean-Fred Chapuis, who won the Skier X event at the 2014 Olympics in Sochi, hails from Val Thorens and the ski cross track is named after him.
Val Thorens is the most visited international ski resort in France: more than 70% of its visitors are foreigners. While one will find people from all over the world in Val Thorens, British, Scandinavian, Belgian, Dutch and German tourists make up the majority. Val Thorens is part of the 3 vallées ski domain, which is connected by a common ski pass. Jean Beranger set up the first ski school in Val Thorens: The ESF, and the Club des sport and the Tourism Office in 1972. Beranger is a former coach of the French women's ski team.
Beginning in 1973 Val Thorens operated ski lifts all year round on the Peclet glacier. At time of opening the glacier included 3 surface lifts named Croissant, Chavière and Pointe and a chairlift named 3300. The summer ski area was then expanded in 1983 with the construction of an extra surface lift named Lac Blanc and an extra chairlift named Glacier. However, the glacier only contained difficult and very difficult slopes, hence naturally limiting visitor numbers.
Val Thorens has 31 lifts, which include magic carpets, draglifts, chairlifts, gondolas, funitels and a cable car. There are 4 funitels; the Bouquetin, Péclet, Grand Fond and Thorens. The funitel concept was developed in Val Thorens, by the lift company, SETAM. It is a gondola that hangs from twin cables, and its key feature is its wind resistance. Within the Tarentaise Valley you find the biggest concentration of ski resorts in the world. The most well-known neighbour systems are Paradiski (Les Arcs, La Plagne) and Espace Killy (Val d'Isère and Tignes). A weekly lift ticket in Val Thorens/Les Trois Vallées provides the choice to ski one day in each of the other two systems mentioned. There were once plans to interlink all systems and resorts to create the largest ski area in the world. However that vision was ended with the creation of the Vanoise National Park.
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Skiing Holidays In France
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Eurostar, London to Ski Resorts in the French and Swiss Alps - Unravel Travel TV
You now have two choices to reach your favourite resorts. Travel from central London or Kent on either of the Eurostar services between 20 December 2013 and 12 April 2014 and remember your skis or board travels for free!
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The Swiss Alps service is a connecting service from Eurostar and TGV Lyria, the high speed operator Between France and Switzerland. This service operates on selected Saturdays and calls at Vallorbe, Aigle, Martigny, Visp and Brig taking you closer than ever to resorts such as Zermatt, Verbier, Saas-Fee and more.
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Resorts in the French Alps
There are all sorts of resorts out there accessible with a short coach ride from your arrival station. Pick the right one for you.
Courchevel
Courchevel is part of the vast Three Valleys ski area, so there's enough varied terrain within reach to keep all ability levels happy for weeks.
Tignes
Whether you're trying snowsports for the first time, looking to ride the superpipe used in the Winter X-Games Europe, or just hoping to perfect your off-piste riding, Tignes has something to offer everyone.
Val Thorens
Val Thorens lies at the top of one of the valleys, above Les Menuires and St Martin de Belleville. Generally more suited to beginner and intermediate skiing, advanced skiers have the whole of the Three Valleys at their ski tips.
Les Arcs
Said to be the home of snowboard, les Arcs is a collection of very separate and different bases which all offer superb access to the brilliant and hugely varied Paradiski area.
Val d'Isère
If you want to glam it up and be seen in one of the trendiest locations in the Alps then Val d'Isère could definitely be a resort for you.
Resorts in the Swiss Alps
Your Swiss Alps ski train tickets will be valid to Vallorbe, Aigle, Martigny, Visp & Brig stations. There are easy connections from the stations to resorts using the network of local trains or buses which can be booked separately.
Zermatt
Sitting against a stunning mountain backdrop, including the 4478m Matterhorn and 4634m Monte Rosa, the Swiss resort of Zermatt claims a rich mountaineering heritage and a place as one of the most iconic resorts in the Alps.
Saas Fee
Saas Fee is a car free chocolate box resort in the Valais region of the Swiss Alps.
Verbier
Verbier is one of Europe's meccas for off-piste riding and combines serious skiing with serious chic, the town itself is pretty and has managed to retain much of its character and charm. Combined with its vibrant nightlife, it is one the hotspots of the Alps.
Other ski resorts
From Aigle station you can easily reach Les Portes du Soleil region including Châtel, Avoriaz and Les Gets. Use Martigny station to get to Chamonix.
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Val Thorens (Family) | France | World Travel Studio
Val Thorens, located in the Tarentaise Valley, Savoie, French Alps, is the highest ski resort in Europe, at 2300 m altitude. It is located in the commune of Saint-Martin-de-Belleville in the Savoie département. The resort forms part of the 3 vallées linked ski area which, with over 600 km of piste, is the largest linked ski area in the world.
The nearest airports are Chambéry, Lyon and Geneva. They have a transfer time of 2 hours, 2 hours 45 mins and 3 hrs 15 mins respectively. Alternatively the resort is nearly 1 hour from Moutiers for the snow train.
In 2013, Val Thorens was voted 'World's Best Ski Resort' and 'France's Best Ski Resort' at the World Ski Awards. It was also voted 'Most Improved European Resort' at the World Snow Awards 2013.
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Spa Alpen-Chalet Champagny in the top ski area of La Plagne Paradiski - France
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The outstanding, three-storey luxury chalet for 10 persons offers 5 bedrooms and 4 baths on 400 square metres of living space.
The elegant chalet is located in Champagny, the gateway to the huge ski area of La Plagne and Paradiski with 425 km of ski slopes and glacier. Built to a very high standard in a bright and sunny position, with open fire places, wi-fi, wellness area with hammam, jacuzzi, gym, bar and lift to the three floors.
Modern design features are lovely combined with traditional materials and elements such as stone and wood. The parking can be heated and the panoramic mountain views are unique.
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Three Valleys, France. Snow fun in April 2017
Fantastic Les Menuires and Val-Thorens in April. Altitude up to 3.000 meters, lots of snow. Lots of fun. (Not all video sections are shot by us here).
Les Menuires | Vacances montagne
Cet été, découvrez de multiples activités aux Menuires pendant vos vacances !