Opening of the ski area in Val Thorens on 22nd November 2025
Val Thorens: the first resort to open in France
As with every winter season, Val Thorens is among the first resorts to open its slopes to winter sports enthusiasts. Head there from this Saturday, 22nd November, to ski, enjoy the entertainment of La Grande Première, and take in a refreshing breath of mountain air!
Opening of Val Thorens and 3 Vallées ski areas
In Val Thorens, there is already plenty of snow, and the weather forecast suggests further snowfall in the coming days. Just before the opening, snow depth stands at 28 cm at the bottom of the resort and 60 cm at higher altitudes.
Therefore, conditions are ideal for skiing, and the Val Thorens-Orelle ski area (with its 74 alpine ski slopes) will be ready to welcome skiers and snowboarders from Saturday, 22/11/25, and until 03/05/26, if weather and snow coverage are good enough.
For this opening weekend, not all slopes and ski lifts we be accessible, either for safety reasons or due to snow quality. But don't worry: there will be more than enough to enjoy! Feel free to check the snow reports and the live piste map for more details.
And for those who want to take full advantage of the whole 3 Vallées area, heading towards Les Menuires, Méribel or even Courchevel, the big opening is scheduled for Saturday 6th December 2025!
La Grande Première: the event to launch the winter sports season
Eager to get your skis on? Want to enjoy the slopes outside the school holiday? Looking for a festive weekend in the mountains? There's still time to book your weekend in Val Thorens for La Grande Première, on 22nd et 23rd November.
As every year, there will be many things to enjoy and plenty fun between ski or snowboard sessions:
- brands exhibitor village and ski tests ;
- entertainement throughout the day On Place Caron, with many prizes and goodies to win ;
- pop-up brasserie, snacks, and free breakfast, treats and mulled wine ;
- après-ski DJ set ;
- film screening at the Board amphitheatre ;
- a one-man show on Saturday evening, etc.
La Grande Première is the perfect opportunity for a mountain break before the Christmas holidays, in a sporty and friendly atmosphere. But if you’re unable to make it to Val Thorens this weekend, don’t worry: the resort is lively all season long, with activities to delight both adults and children!
Ski purchase and rental: doors now open at Sport 2000 Eskiador
The Eskiador Val Thorens team is already ready to welcome you in their shop near the slopes, ski schools and lifts: the store will open from 8:30 a.m. on 22nd November for equipment and clothing sales, as well as ski and snowboard rental.
Come discover the 2025/2026 new arrivals, update or complete your ski outfit, hire skis or a snowboard, get custom-fitted boots with our bootfitting service, and much more.
And for any stay in Val Thorens, even later during winter, consider renting your gear online with Sport 2000. On our rental website, you’ll find a wide choice of equipment for children and adults: alpine skis, mini skis, freestyle skis, freeride skis, snowboards, sledges and more. Online rental lets you calmly prepare your holiday from home while enjoying attractive web prices.
