📷 Val Thorens
Europe
Val Thorens
Solid · 2025-26 season average
Closed for the season · average of 70 verified open days
Best months to book: March, January, February · last season + 30-yr record
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Closed for the season — closed May 3
Weather data is still collected for informational purposes.
Last Snowfall
Sep 10
2d agoPast 24 Hours
0cm
Past 48 Hours
0cm
Past 10 Days
0.2cm
7-Day Forecast
1.8cm
Snow Depth
--
Powder Days
14
2026–27 season
Bluebird Days
1
2026–27 season
Bluebird Day predicted: Fri
Solid
2025-26 season average
Val Thorens is closed for the season. Last season it averaged 31.6 across 70 verified open days.
March
#1 to book
72cm avg · scored 41.1
January
#2 to book
86cm avg
February
#3 to book
68cm avg · scored 31
Best weeks to book
- #122 Mar – 28 Marscored 49.2
- #215 Mar – 21 Marscored 45.3
- #38 Mar – 14 Marscored 44
Ranked on 25% last season's SnowSure score (2025-26) · 75% 30-year snowfall and base-depth record. Last season's strongest fortnight was 20 Mar – 3 Apr. One season describes what happened, not what to expect. The live score returns when the lifts turn.
Current Conditions
Reported Sat, Sep 12, 10:04 PM UTC
Terrain Open
Closed for the season
Season ended May 3, 2026
68 runs · 30 lifts — live counts and the SnowSure™ Score return when the lifts turn.
Days 8–14 and every model are in SnowSure Pro.
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Maps
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Webcams & Proof of Powder
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About Val Thorens
Val Thorens is located in the French Alps and is the highest ski resort in Europe, offering extensive ski terrain as part of the vast Three Valleys ski area. The resort features a modern, pedestrian-friendly village atmosphere, direct ski-in/ski-out access, and a wide range of slopes suitable for all levels. Signature experiences include panoramic mountain views, a vibrant après-ski scene, and innovative amenities such as Europe’s longest toboggan run and a sports center. Val Thorens stands out for its reliable snow conditions, dynamic events calendar, and comprehensive facilities for both families and advanced skiers.
Read the full resort guide →Frequently asked questions about Val Thorens
- Where is Val Thorens?
- Val Thorens is a ski resort in France.
- How high is Val Thorens?
- Val Thorens runs from a base elevation of 2,300 m (7,546 ft) to a summit of 3,180 m (10,433 ft), giving a vertical drop of 880 m (2,887 ft).
- How big is Val Thorens?
- Val Thorens has 921 acres (373 hectares) of skiable terrain, 68 marked runs and 30 lifts.
- Which ski pass covers Val Thorens?
- Val Thorens is on the Epic Pass. Access terms such as blackout dates and day limits vary by pass tier, so check the pass operator for the current season.
- When is ski season at Val Thorens?
- Val Thorens typically operates from November to May. Exact opening and closing dates shift each year with snowfall — check the resort's current season dates before booking.
- How much snow does Val Thorens get in a typical season?
- Val Thorens averages 250 inches / 635 cm of snowfall in a typical season. Any individual season can run well above or below that.
- How will El Niño affect Val Thorens in winter 2026-27?
- El Niño Signal Rank: #103 of 488 SnowSure resorts · Tier A · strong-event signal +9% vs its own 30-yr average. In the three strongest El Niño winters on record ('97-98, '15-16, '23-24), Val Thorens averaged +9% versus its own 30-year snowfall baseline. The pattern has historically been a friend here. With a record-strength event forecast for winter 2026-27, Val Thorens sits on the favorable side of the ledger. Analog winters: '97-98 -17%, '15-16 -3%, '23-24 +47%. A pattern, not a promise.
