Valmorel

Valmorel, France

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Valmorel

Valmorel is a charming ski resort nestled in the French Alps. It offers a variety of slopes ideal for families and beginners.

 Summary

Valmorel features 165 kilometers of diverse ski runs, catering to all skill levels. The resort is known for its picturesque village atmosphere and efficient lift system.

The ski area of Valmorel is in the French Alps at an altitude of 4,593ft, with 59 miles of marked runs.

Valmorel is part of the Le Grand Domaine ski area with access to 103 miles of downhill skiing, with 101 marked pistes, served by a total of 46 ski lifts. In addition to the skiing in Valmorel itself (59 miles of pisted ski runs), the appropriate ski Lift Pass will allow you to ski or snowboard in the other Le Grand Domaine ski resorts of Doucy-Combelouvière and St François Longchamp. Valmorel is directly linked by Ski Lift to the ski areas of Doucy-Combelouvière and St François Longchamp.

With ski lifts as high as 8,366ft, skiing and snowboarding is assured throughout the season.

 Notable Ski Runs

The longest possible descent in Valmorel is 2 miles long and the most difficult run is the 'Riondet', which is 2 miles in length.

Snow and Weather

Valmorel enjoys reliable snow conditions with an average depth of around 160 cm during peak season. Regular snowfall ensures quality skiing, but check J2Ski for the latest snow reports and conditions.

When will it snow in Valmorel?

The next notable snow forecast is 1in, expected on 16 January.

See our long-range Snow Forecast for the latest update.

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Ski Area Stats

Skiing

The Valmorel ski area spans the Grand Domaine, with peaks reaching up to 2,832 meters. Notable pistes include the long blue run 'Les Lanchettes' and the challenging black run 'Le Grand Pic,' serviced by lifts such as the 'Pierrafort' and 'Méribel' gondolas.

There are a variety of pistes to suit all levels of skier ability, from Beginner to Expert.

Ski Lessons in Valmorel

To choose a Ski School, and book Group Ski Lessons or a Private Instructor, see Valmorel Ski Schools and Valmorel Ski Instructors.

Snowboarding

Snowboarders will find a dedicated terrain park called 'Park de Valmorel,' featuring various jumps and rails. The diverse slopes also offer ample off-piste opportunities for adventurous riders.

Location and Map

Where is Valmorel?

This ski resort is in the French Alps in Les Avanchers-Valmorel, Albertville.

Map

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How to get there

 By Air

The nearest airport to Valmorel is Chambery, 60 minutes drive away.

Grenoble, Annecy, Lyon Bron, Geneva, Lyon St-Exupéry, Sion, Saint-Étienne and Turin Caselle airports are all within three hours drive.

Chambery is just one hours drive away, in good driving conditions, so you can be on the piste quickly.

To reach Valmorel, the nearest major airports are Chambéry and Geneva, both offering regular transfers. From these airports, the resort is accessible by car or shuttle services.

Infrastructure

Ski Lift Capacity

The 30 ski lifts are able to uplift 41,000 skiers and snowboarders every hour.

Snow Making

Snow-making is available, on 22 miles of ski runs, with 400 snow cannons.

Season Dates

When is Valmorel open?

 Opened (since December 20, 2025).

 Closes : April 10, 2026.

Usual opening is mid December, and usual closing is Mid April.

NOTE:- Ski area, lift and piste opening is subject to Current Snow Conditions.

Aprés Ski

Après-ski in Valmorel includes lively spots like 'Le Pub' and 'La Fée des Neiges,' where you can enjoy drinks and music. For dining, 'La Table de l'Ours' offers a cozy atmosphere with traditional French cuisine.