What to do in Val Thorens, besides skiing?
What to do in Val Thorens, besides skiing?
Val Thorens, renowned for its ski slopes and breathtaking mountain landscapes, can also offer exciting activities even when you are not skiing. Several entertaining and rewarding options are available for visitors.
The services of the Hotel Marielle
NUXE Spa
To relax in case of bad weather, The wellness area is open from 10:00 to 20:00 and offers a place dedicated to beauty and fitness. Enjoy the steam room, sauna and a relaxation area equipped with armchairs for a timeless break. Massages and treatments are provided in the cabin on reservation by NUXE professionals. The spa is available to hotel guests free of charge.
Offer (you) a moment of absolute relaxation to awaken your senses and harmonize your body and mind. Alone or in duo, make an appointment in the cabin from 10 am to 8 pm with beauty professionals with expert and caring hands.
The M Restaurant and the Bar
The M Restaurant offers a bistronomic menu that revisits Alpine flavors with modernity and sensitivity. The menu includes dishes such as “Martiflette”, trout fillet, diots de Savoie, a coquelet roasted on a spit, a prime rib and a slice of leg of lamb. Chef Pierre Patin and his team, who highlight the best local products, are in charge of the kitchen to satisfy all appetites. Book here.
Starting at 5 pm, take advantage of The après-ski atmosphere by contemplating the peaks of Pointe de Thorens and the Caron peak while enjoying cocktails and rare alcohols such as Grand Tradition Rhum, Peated Whisky or fragrant Gin prepared by the passionate bartender. The evening continues with jazzy music until 23:30, before returning to your room with memorable memories of your day in Val Thorens.
The activities
The Board
If you are annoyed by the rain, you can have fun at Board, which is a sports center. It includes several distinct areas such as the pool, wellness area, sports fields, Fun Park, as well as strength and fitness areas.
Bowling
Located on Place de l'Arche, Val Thorens Bowling is a friendly place where you can hang out with friends after a day of skiing. Open every day of the season from 2 p.m. to 2 a.m., it offers a warm and family atmosphere. The decor is reminiscent of a real mountain lodge and there are a variety of activities available including bowling, billiards, games, and sports matches.
cine
The Cinema du Lac Blanc is located in the center of the Val Thorens resort and offers two sessions per day at 18:00 and 21:00. In case of bad weather, an additional session is scheduled at 2.30 pm. However, the cinema is closed on Fridays.
Discoveries in Val Thorens
Village Igloo
Be sure to visit The Igloo Village the highest in Europe in Val Thorens. Enjoy an unforgettable experience in a refreshing environment.
Located on the Combe de Thorens green slope, the Igloo village is accessible by ski or on foot. With a surface area of 180m2, it includes several areas: a bar area, a restaurant area, an accommodation area and ice sculptures.
The Igloo Village is open every day during the winter season, from 10:00 to 16:45.
La Ferme d'Alpage Chez Pépé Nicolas
Discover how a Alpine farm in the company of your guide. You can learn more about the organization of trafficking and life at altitude, as well as the secrets of local agriculture.
To end the visit in style, you can taste raw milk and cheeses from the farm, for an unforgettable taste experience.
The Val Thorens market
It is a real institution in Val Thorens, The market offers a selection of fresh and local products. Meet at the center of the station next to the church, on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9:00 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Although Val Thorens is best known for its winter sports, the resort offers a multitude of exciting activities to discover even in case of rain.