Vallorcine Ski Resort Guide
Vallorcine, France
| Recommended For | Intermediates. |
|---|---|
| Highest Lift | 4,593ft |
| Resort Height | 4,134ft |
| Nearest Airports | Sion and Annecy |
Vallorcine
Vallorcine offers a tranquil escape for skiers and snowboarders. Nestled at the foot of Mont Blanc, it boasts stunning alpine scenery.
Summary
This intimate resort features a charming village ambiance, ideal for families and those seeking quiet slopes. With access to the larger Chamonix ski area, Vallorcine provides diverse terrain for all skill levels.
The ski area of Vallorcine is in the French Alps at an altitude of 4,134ft.
Vallorcine has direct access to 4 marked pistes, served by a total of 3 ski lifts.
The skiing is at relatively low altitude, so snow cover can be variable.
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Snow and Weather
Vallorcine typically enjoys reliable snow conditions, with an average snow depth of around 150 cm during peak season. Consistent snowfall throughout winter ensures excellent skiing, but always check J2Ski for the latest snow information.
When will it snow in Vallorcine?
The next notable snow forecast is 1in, expected on 22 March, with around 13in forecast over the next 7 days.
See our long-range Snow Forecast for the latest update.
Snow this week
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Ski Area Stats
Vallorcine Ski Area
| Black Pistes Expert Trails | 1 | |
|---|---|---|
| Red Pistes Intermediate Runs | 7 | |
| Blue Pistes Easy Trails | 12 | |
| Cross Country Total Length | 6 miles | |
| Ski Lifts Number of Lifts | 3 | |
Vallorcine Altitudes
| Highest Lift | 4,593ft |
|---|---|
| Lowest Trail | 4,134ft |
| Resort Altitude (Vallorcine) | 4,134ft |
| Max Vertical | 459ft |
Skiing
Vallorcine is situated in the Chamonix Valley, featuring over 60 km of ski runs, with an elevation reaching up to 2,400 meters. Notable pistes include the red runs of Les Granges and the challenging black run, La Piste de Vallorcine, accessible via the Vallorcine gondola and the Charamillon lift.
Vallorcine offers good sking, particularly, for Intermediate skiers.
Ski Lessons in Vallorcine
To choose a Ski School, and book Group Ski Lessons or a Private Instructor, see Vallorcine Ski Schools and Vallorcine Ski Instructors.
Snowboarding
Snowboarders will enjoy Vallorcine's terrain parks, particularly the one at Charamillon, which features various jumps and rails suitable for all levels. The gentle slopes also provide excellent opportunities for freestyle practice.
Location and Map
Where is Vallorcine?
This ski resort is in the French Alps.
Map
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How to get there
By Air
The nearest airport to Vallorcine is Sion, 47 minutes drive away.
Annecy, Geneva, Chambery, Berne, Turin Caselle, Lyon St-Exupéry, Lyon Bron, Grenoble and Basel airports are all within three hours drive.
Sion is just one hours drive away, in good driving conditions, so you can be on the piste quickly.
Traveling to Vallorcine is convenient, with Geneva Airport being the closest major airport, located about 100 km away. From there, you can take a train to Vallorcine or rent a car for a scenic drive to the resort.
Infrastructure
Ski Lift Capacity
The three ski lifts are able to uplift 3,200 skiers and snowboarders every hour.
Snow Making
Snow-making is available, on 3 miles of ski runs, with 10 snow cannons.
Season Dates
When is Vallorcine open?
We don't currently have confirmed season dates, but hope to soon.
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NOTE:- Ski area, lift and piste opening is subject to Current Snow Conditions.
Aprés Ski
Après-ski in Vallorcine is laid-back, with cozy bars like La P'tite Verte offering local wines and hearty meals. For those seeking nightlife, the nearby Chamonix town boasts a range of lively clubs and restaurants.
