Let’s just say it: the Three Valleys is the Beyonce of ski areas. Iconic, legendary, and somehow always outshining the rest – and honestly, we’re here for it!
Nestled in the French Alps, Les Trois Vallees (as the locals say) is not just big – it’s the largest linked ski area in the world. But it’s not all about size. It’s about soul, scenery, and the kind of ski days that leave your quads burning and your heart full.
Here’s exactly why we think the Three Valleys deserves the title of Best Ski Area in the World, and why once you stay at luxury catered chalet three valleys, you might never look at another resort the same way.
The Sheer Size Will Blow Your Mind
We’re talking 600km of pistes. That’s not a typo. Six. Hundred. Kilometres.
It’s enough terrain to ski for a week and never repeat the same run – unless you want to, because some of them are just that good. From gentle greens for beginners to thigh-burning blacks for thrill seekers, the variety is unmatched.
Multiple Resorts, One Lift Pass
Courchevel. Meribel. Val Thorens. Les Menuires. Saint-Martin-de-Belleville. Orelle. La Tania.
Each has its own personality. Courchevel is glam and gourmet, Meribel is charming and central, Val Thorens is high-altitude and party ready, but they’re all connected with one lift pass. No hopping buses. No awkward transfers, just ski in and ski out (and repeat).
Something for Every Level of Skier
Whether you’re just learning how to snowplough or you shred off-piste like it’s your job, the Three Valleys has your back.
- Beginners get wide, well-groomed blues and greens (plus ski schools in every resort).
- Intermediates can cruise for days with confidence.
- Advanced? You’ve got moguls, powder bowls, couloirs, and some of the gnarliest off-piste zones in Europe.
The Apres-Ski Game is STRONG
From slope-side DJ sets in Val Thorens to cosy wine bars in Meribel and high-end cocktails in Courchevel the apres-ski scene here is whatever you want it to be. Dance on tables at Folie Douce, then eat fondue under fairy lights in a mountain hut. Or just soak in a hot tub and sip vin chaud. Your call.
The Food Is Next-Level
This is France, remember? Even the on-mountain lunches are a thing of beauty. Think gooey raclette, tartiflette, fresh baguettes, and gourmet dishes served with panoramic views. You haven’t lived until you’ve had a long lunch at altitude with Mont Blanc in the distance.
Snow Sure & Sunshine? Yes Please
Val Thorens is Europe’s highest ski resort (2,300m), which means excellent snow from late November through May. And thanks to its location, the Three Valleys gets a lot of sunshine without sacrificing powder.
It’s Not Just Skiing
Off the slopes? Dog sledding, spa days, snowshoeing, toboggan runs, yoga at altitude, helicopter tours… you name it. There’s a whole winter world waiting beyond the pistes.
Conclusion
If you’re going to take one ski trip this year, make it count.
The Three Valleys doesn’t just have it all, it makes it all feel easy, seamless, and downright magical. So yeah, we said it: The Three Valleys is the best ski area in the world.