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NEW DISCOVERIES
Live the life of a piste groomer
Ready to climb aboard a piste groomer when the slopes close for the day? Gilles and his team of piste groomer drivers will take you to discover the secrets of grooming Val Thorens’ ski slopes…
Freediving under Ice
Ready for a winter immersion at Lac du Lou? Dan introduces you to ice diving in a beautiful untouched valley at the Lac du Lou refuge.
Live my life as a ski patroller
Meet up with the ski patroller as the slopes close for the day, listen as they tell you about what their job entails, and do the last few runs of the day with them!
Live the life of a snow clearer
It’s 5am and you’re sitting comfortably in one of the vehicles, ready to go back and forth across the resort. You’re about to find out all there is to know about snow clearing in Val Thorens!
Be part of a torchlit descent for adults
You’ve always watched them starry eyed from the side lines and dreamed of joining in… We can make your dream come true: join French Ski School instructors on their legendary torchlit descent.
Introductory session to avalanche search techniques
Are you a hardcore off piste fan or keen to give it a go? Supervised by a qualified instructor, this fun introductory session to ARVA avalanche search and rescue techniques will be right up your street!
VIP Performance at the Ski Cross world cup
Experience what it’s like to be our Ski Cross champion Jean-Fred Chapuis: take a look around the course with a former champion, then watch the races from the VIP platform.
FAMILY TIME
Limited availability children’s trapper workshops
The dreamcatcher workshop: Arnaud will send you to a faraway land as you make a dream catcher just like the Native Americans used to. This little handmade object will be a wonderful souvenir and promises to make your dreams even sweeter… A great experience to share with the family.
Taking part in the children’s torchlit descent
If your youngster fancies taking part in their very first torchlit descent with the ESF French Ski School, the Voie Lactée run awaits them! Your child will do 2 descents on the Voie Lactée run with the ESF French Ski School.
Two half-days at the Kids Club child-care centre free of charge
For two half days during the week, the ESF’s kid’s club will take care of your little ones! They’ll enjoy a variety of indoor and outdoor activities, based on nature and the local heritage. Head off to the slopes knowing that your kids are in safe hands.
Reserved access to children’s workshops
Fun arts and craft activities for your little ones. Through these activities your children will discover, decorate and even cook whilst having fun!
Admission to the Sports Centre’s Délir'Park
Unique: the Délir’Park is the only zone in Europe to comprise a trampo park, ninja circuit, «wipe out» zone and «cross-fit» area for sessions crammed pack full of challenges, laughter and discoveries!
Admission to the Sports Centre’s Fun Park
Unique: the Délir’Park is the only zone in Europe to comprise a trampo park, ninja circuit, «wipe out» zone and «cross-fit» area for sessions crammed pack full of challenges, laughter and discoveries!
THRILLS & SPILLS
Val Thorens - Orelle 6-day skipass
Would you say you were more of a green, blue, red or black run type of person? You’ve got 6 days to try out all the runs on Val Thorens-Orelle’s ski area; the choice is yours;)
Zip-wire flight
Imagine yourself in your harness, ready for takeoff... Glide for 1.45 mins over 1.3km of in breath-taking surroundings! Feeling tempted?
Chamois and Flèche technical tests
Want to hone your skiing technique or take a timed challenge? Then this is your chance to give it your all and pass your Chamois or Flèche ESF test!
GoPro camera loan
Want to capture your ski sessions or your little ones’ very first steps on the snow on film forever? Well, now you can! Make the most of our free GoPro camera loan for the day of your choice!
Schedule: 1 day loan only.
Conditions of use: Damage deposit required. Limited numbers, subject to availability.
Registration: You can collect a GoPro in the Val Thorens Club House during opening hours. Valid upon presentation of your card or Club Val Thorens.
FREE closing of Val Thorens’ ski area 2021/2022
Club Val Thorens is thrilled to invite you to celebrate the 2021/2022 closing of Val Thorens’ ski area, reserved exclusively to Club members.
Discover co-driving on ice
Do you feel the need for speed? Become a co-driver in a Mitsubishi and discover the thrills of driving on an ice racetrack. Hold on tight!
Introductory session to MTB with electric assistance
Let yourself be guided through the landscapes and enjoy the power of the LAPIERRE bikes to explore the snowy paths in all ease advised by the qualified Evolution 2 instructors.
Special and giant slalom
Make your best time on the ESF slaloms and try to win the gold medal!
SERENITY
Introduction to ski touring
At sunset, set off to try your hand at ski touring in the company of a group of Val Thorens’ locals. Surpass yourself in a friendly atmosphere. What’s more, a little surprise awaits you!
Tai-chi trapper experience
A relaxation session in the land of the husky: Arnaud and his sled dogs will welcome you to an extraordinary location… To the sound of Native American music, enjoy a relaxation session combining breathing, relaxation and letting go. Meet his four-legged companions and share their energy… An unforgettable holiday experience…
NUXE Spa care
The Marielle hotel**** welcomes you in its NUXE Spa in front of Val Thorens slopes for a care of your choice. Enjoy a moment of well-being and relaxation in the mountains; the perfect way to recharge your batteries on holiday!
GASTRONOMY
Brunch for two people at Hotel Pashmina*****
Enjoy quality produce and authentic, refined dishes in a relaxed setting with the mountains as your backdrop. A feast for the eyes and the taste buds on the mountaintop!
Dinners and lunches at Marielle****
At lunchtime or after a day of skiing, enjoy a meal at the hotel's M restaurant, which pays tribute to our first Olympic champion: Marielle Goitschel
Chill-out and enjoy pre-dinner drinks in the igloo village
Enjoy this unusual chilled-out experience with our new partner, the Igloo Village… Head off on a snowshoe session and stop off for a drink in the Igloo Village!