Can you park for free in Val Thorens?

In summer in Val Thorens, parking is free on the streets. You can therefore park freely in front of your accommodation, making sure you do not obstruct traffic. Please do not park in front of the rubbish bins, in order to facilitate waste collection.

How do I park in Val Thorens?

Indoor / Covered parking The indoor and covered parking in Val Thoren is run by Valthoparc who monitor and control the car parks. Val Thorens is also a car free resort meaning you can park up outside your apartment or hotel, drop off your luggage, but then must go and park in one of the car parks.

Do I need snow chains to drive to Val Thorens?

Thus, to come to Val Thorens, light vehicles, commercial vehicles and motor homes will have to : either carry metal or textile snow chains in their boot to equip at least two driving wheels. or be equipped with four winter tyres.

How do I get from Lyon airport to Val Thorens?

The shortest route from Lyon airport to the resort (199km, 3 hours 30 minutes) will usually take you via route A43 (E70) to Albertville, via Chambery, and then via national road N90 to Moutiers. You should take D117 towards Grande Rue (Saint-Martin-de-Belleville) and continue along the Grande Rue to Val Thorens.

Can you drink tap water in Val Thorens?

Tap water is generally safe though it can be heavily chlorinated. Mineral water is recommended as is cheap to buy and is sold as eau gazeuse (carbonated) and non gazeuse (still). Remember to drink plenty of water during hot weather. The power supply in Val Thorens is 230 volts.

Is it safe to drive to Val Thorens?

Safety: In the Coronavirus era, staying safe while on holiday is more important than ever. Self-driving to Val Thorens is the best way to ensure social distancing as you’ll avoid crowded airports with their check-in and boarding queues by self-isolating in your car.

How many km is piste in Val Thorens?

600 km
The resort forms part of the Les Trois Vallées ski area which, with over 600 km of piste, is one of the largest linked ski areas in the world.

Which airport is closest to Val Thorens?

Chambery
The closest airport to Val Thorens is Chambery, but it has a limited choice of airlines and flights. Geneva (GVA) is the next closest airport, followed by Grenoble (GNB) then Lyon (LYS). The transfer time to Val Thorens is just over 3 hours, although this depends on the traffic and weather.

Can you get altitude sickness in Val Thorens?

Altitude sickness, also known as Acute Mountain Sickness (AMS), can be encountered by anyone reaching heights of 2,500m and above, so it’s even possible for skiers in the Alps to experience it, particularly in higher resorts such as Zermatt (Switzerland) and Val Thorens (France).