Vue panoramique de Valmorel sous la neige — chalets, pistes et sommets enneigés
© Pierre Jacques
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Famille Plus Montagne · Grand Domaine · 165 km of slopes · 1,400 m

The winter
that stays with you.

Une station à taille humaine, construite en 1976 sans renier l'âme des villages de Tarentaise. Rues piétonnes, toits en lauzes, et le 5e plus grand domaine skiable de Savoie à ses portes — 165 km de pistes de Valmorel à Saint-François-Longchamp.

165km
Slopes (Grand Domaine)
47
Lifts
2 550m
Altitude
5min
D'Arpian aux pistes
The village

The soul of a
Savoyard village.

Arpian is located in Les Avanchers, the village where valley residents live year-round — town hall, school, life that continues throughout the year. Valmorel, the resort, is just above, 5 minutes by free shuttle.

« Le confort de la station, l'ancrage du village. »

Built in 1976, Valmorel is a so-called "4th-generation resort": lauze stone roofs, wooden facades, local stone, chalets of 3 to 4 floors maximum. No apartment blocks, no towers. But when the season ends, the shutters close. In Les Avanchers, the village keeps its own rhythm — that's where we welcome you.

Traditional Savoyard village — snowy lauze roofs, carved wooden balconies, fir trees
"Valmorel, certified Famille Plus Montagne"
Off-piste skiers on the snowy peaks of Le Grand Domaine — infinite view of the Alps
Le Grand Domaine

The 5th largest
ski area in Savoie.

Valmorel is part of the Grand Domaine : 165 km of slopes across 3,600 hectares, connected by gondolas to Saint-François-Longchamp, Doucy and Celliers. One pass, four resorts.

From beginner to expert, everyone finds their line. Family slopes near the snow-front, the long red runs of Le Mottet, the technical pistes of Crève-tête — and 4 secured freeride areas for those seeking powder.

The season runs from late December to mid-April, with guaranteed snow thanks to the altitude (1,250 to 2,550 m / 4,100 to 8,360 ft). From Arpian, 5 minutes by free shuttle to the Planchamp gondola, and you're on the slopes.

Practical perks : ski passes reloaded from your sofa, professional ski boot dryer to start each morning dry, secure ski locker. The Piou-Piou snow garden and the ESF ski school welcome the youngest from age three, and the lift pass is free for under-5s and over-75s.

Beyond skiing

Three signature experiences,
and many more
in Valmorel in winter.

Attelage de chiens de traîneau à Valmorel, soleil rasant et sommets enneigés © Escapades Nordiques
— Sensations nature

Husky sledding.

With Escapades Nordiques, 30-minute or 1-hour sled rides through the high-altitude forests. From age 2, family or couples. One of the children's favorite activities.

Trio of snowshoers on the snowy slopes of Valmorel © OT Valmorel
— Marche en silence

Snowshoe hiking.

Guided or self-guided, through the hanging villages of the valley, silver larches, and endless panoramas. Skiing without the skis.

All-terrain electric scooter on snow with snowy peaks © Valmo'Insolite
— Glisse insolite

Electric scooter.

With Arnaud (Valmo'Insolite), rides on all-terrain e-scooters with FAT tires on the groomed paths. Afternoon or sunset — the Planchamp plateau as far as the eye can see.

Et aussi à Valmorel l'hiver
04

Cross-country skiing.

About twenty kilometers of cross-country trails at the heart of the valley. For purists of silent gliding.

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Ski touring.

Marked trails for beginners up to demanding routes on the Tarentaise summits. Guides on request.

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Snakegliss.

Six sleds tied behind each other, group descent at dusk. Laughter guaranteed.

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Luge Doucy Aventures.

2.4 km sled track at the top of the Combelouvière chairlift. From age 3 with an adult.

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Tandem paragliding.

Take off from the peaks, fly over the valley. For those who want to see the mountain from above.

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Giant zip line.

France's longest double zip line, on skis from Planchamp. From age 6, in pairs side by side.

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Village cinema.

Valmorel's cinema, at the heart of the Bourg. Recent films and family screenings — for bad-weather evenings.

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& much more.

Spa, yoga, snowmobile, night walks, cooking workshops, Mont-Blanc escape… The full list in your chalet.

Après-ski

The best moment
of the day.

You come back from a day on the slopes. Red cheeks, tired legs, but a smile on your face. You open Arpian's door. The fire is already crackling. The bathrobes are waiting for you. And outside, the hot tub steams under the snowflakes.

That's why Arpian exists: so that this moment, the one that follows the day on the slopes, becomes the most precious memory of your holiday.

L'après-ski à Arpian — bain nordique au feu de bois sous la neige
— And in summer?

Valmorel isn't just a ski resort.

When the snow melts, the slopes become trails, silence replaces the hum of chairlifts, and the marmots take back their kingdom.

Discover Valmorel in summer →
— Winter is calling

Your tribe
in Valmorel.

Le Grand Domaine, après-ski in the wood-fired hot tub, the Family Room that never sleeps. Winter at its peak.

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— What our guests say

The tribes
who have stayed at Arpian.

Verified reviews, collected by Revyoos across all our booking platforms:
the voice of those who have stayed.

★★★★★
We held our company retreat (12 people) at Chalet Arpian — everything is perfect: the location, the magical view, the space for everyone. Chef Sam is a real bonus. The welcome makes you want to come back very soon — we felt at home.
Nathalie B. March 2026 · Corporate retreat · Google
★★★★★
An unforgettable family week. The chalet is perfectly suited for large groups — everyone has their own space. Spacious bedrooms and bathrooms, beautiful living spaces and kitchen. We left full of wonderful memories.
Maude A. March 2026 · Family vacation · Google
★★★★★
A luxurious, well-appointed chalet with plenty of space for a large group. Guillaume was extremely responsive. Chef Sam is an absolute must — he's worth every penny. Refined bedroom linens, perfectly equipped bathrooms.
Rebecca February 2026 · Large group · Airbnb
★★★★★
Beautiful chalet with plenty of room for everyone. Well-equipped kitchen, fabulous outdoor spa, plush bathrobes and towels. Free shuttle right outside to access the slopes. Host easy to reach and very helpful.