Skiing in France

Skiing in France

For vast ski areas, high altitudes, delicious cuisine, and fine wine, there’s no better choice than France. It is home to the highest mountains in the Alps, including the world-famous Mont Blanc. This makes its ski areas generally more snow-sure than other destinations in Europe. Its ski areas are also mostly interconnected, often offering hundreds of miles of slopes to explore. That means a varied ski holiday with something for everyone to enjoy, regardless of their skill level. For example, the popular Les Trois Vallées ski area has more than 600 kilometres of slopes just waiting to be discovered. Val Thorens is located at an altitude of 3,230 metres and is one of the highest ski resorts in Europe. Les Portes du Soleil is an extensive, child-friendly ski area with no less than 650 kilometres of beautiful slopes and plenty of cosy villages. In Les Deux Alpes, you will find the largest skiable glacier in Europe, giving you a guaranteed spot to ski regardless of the snow forecast. All in all, France is a fantastic skiing destination that likes to break records, with a wide variety of ski resorts to suit every traveller. When you book with Sunweb, your ski lift pass will be included, so you can explore the best of what France has to offer with ease.

Choose your favourite accommodation

Throughout the dozens of ski areas in France, we have selected the best hotels, apartments, chalets, and guesthouses to make sure your ski holiday is exactly what you’re looking for. How about an all-inclusive hotel, where you can enjoy a spacious room, a swimming pool & spa, excellent service, and heavenly food? Of course, an apartment is also a great option: self-cater with ease in your private kitchen and unwind in the privacy of your own living room after skiing. We specifically offer accommodations that are often close to the slopes and/or ski lifts at your destination, so you can start skiing right away. Are you planning a ski trip to France with your family, friends, colleagues, or a partner? Or perhaps a solo trip? No matter what your needs are, Sunweb has the perfect ski holiday package for you.

Winter activities in France

Due to the high altitude of most French ski areas, there is often a thick layer of snow to dive into. That’s not just good news for ski enthusiasts: plenty of snow means plenty of winter activities to choose from. From tobogganing and ice skating, to dogsledding and paragliding, not even the sky is the limit. France is also home to some of Europe’s best snowparks, so snowboarders can practice their freestyle skills to their heart’s content. Prefer more relaxed activities? Take the family out to a bowling alley or swimming pool, or completely unwind at a luxury spa. Of course, the après-ski scene is also a top priority in France, and at resorts like Val Thorens you can party until the sun comes up.

Can’t decide if France is the destination for you? Check out our list of 5 reasons to choose a ski holiday to France.