Welcome to the French Alps
Ski France International is the organization in charge of promoting French ski resorts abroad. France is the number one destination for UK skiers. Its enduring appeal lies in its choice of more than 300 ski resorts, many at high altitude, with 8000 kilometres of slopes, thrilling off-piste, and extensive lift-linked areas - Three Valleys, Espace Killy, Portes du Soleil, and Paradiski - and all this within a matter of hours of the UK via the Eurotunnel, Eurostar, and budget flights.
France offers every type of ski resort imaginable - modern or traditional, big or small, family-friendly or party-town - and is home to some of Europe's most famous ski destinations. Below is a list of 'Top of the French Alps' resorts.
Chamonix
Chamonix-Mont-Blanc (1050 - 3275 m) is located at an exceptional site at the foot of the Mont-Blanc, bordering Switzerland and Italy. World capital of skiing and alpinism, Chamonix welcomes 2.5 million visitors per year but remains a charming village. Chamonix belongs to the extensive Mont Blanc ski area and is a favourite among expert skiers for its excellent off piste and challenging verticals.
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Courchevel
Courchevel (1300 - 3230 m) is the most exclusive resort in France and a favourite among royalty and celebrities. It its set in the world's largest interconnected ski area, the 'Three Valleys'. Courchevel boasts 40 hotels, 6 of them five-star, and has the world's highest concentration of luxury accommodation in the mountains.
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Les Menuires
Les Menuires (1350 - 3230 m) is set in the heart of the biggest skiable domain of the world, the 'Three Valleys', with its 600 kilometres of lift-linked pistes. This family-friendly resort benefits from a diverse skiable domain with everything from wide beginners' runs to technical pistes, and a snowpark.
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Megève
Megève (1110 - 2350 m) has managed to retain much of its traditional Alpine charm while offering a range of modern amenities. Its streets are lined with boutiques, jewellery shops, cafes, and art galleries. Megeve belongs to the extensive Mont Blanc ski area which is made up of 354 slopes stretching between 950 and 3840 metres.
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Val d'Isère
Val d'Isère (1800 - 3260 m) is part of the Espace Killy ski area with its 300 kilometres of lift-linked pistes. This authentic French village, complete with a 16th-century bell tower, offers a modern infrastructure. Val d'Isere has made a name for itself as a party town for Brits with its numerous buzzing bars and nightclubs.
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Val Thorens
Val Thorens (1800 - 3230 m) is set at the very top of the Three Valleys and boasts the title for Europe's highest ski resort. Its altitude guarantees reliable snow conditions which last until the end of May and many hotels have ski-in/ski-out facilities. This car-free resort offers a wealth of amenities, including more than 50 restaurants, bars, discos, cinemas, sports centres, and children's animation programmes.
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Morzine
Morzine (1000 - 2466 m), a cozy village in the Haute-Savoie, belongs to the Portes du Soleil ski area with its 650 kilometres of pistes stretching across the French and Swiss Alps. The wide terrain offers plenty to suit all levels from beginners to experts as well as 96 kilometres of cross-country pistes. Morzine's après-ski scene suits all tastes with relaxed, friendly restaurants and lively bars and clubs.
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