France Les Menuires Ski Holidays

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Les Menuires Ski Holiday Guide

“Les Menuires is located at the same height as Courchevel 1850 and so has a fantastic snow record. It is a great value alternative to Val Thorens, to which there is easy access. A top tip is to visit the La Masse area, here you'll find very good snow cover, and quieter slopes, especially in the morning.” Karen, Reservations Consultant.

Occupying an enviable position in the vast Three Valley area, the purpose built resort of Les Menuires is situated just down the valley from Val Thorens.

The opportunities for all levels and ages of skier are immense whether you're a complete novice or expert. Its selection of amenities, bars and restaurants are conveniently located and the prices more modest than its other 3 valley neighbours.

Skiing in Les Menuires

Les Menuires offers something a little different to its neighbours in the 3 Vallées. Lacking in the fur jackets you may find in the other resorts is usually the cheapest place to stay on the giant 3 Vallees’ circuit. However, the resort offers everything from excellent facilities for first timers (skiers and boarders), to access to some of the toughest mountain terrain you’ll find anywhere.

Les Menuires is an integral part of the Trois Vallees, the world’s largest ski area, with more than 600km (375 miles) of linked trails served by 200 lifts, all on one ticket. The ski slopes run from East to West so you can follow the sun through the day. Check out the runs of La Masse for some of the toughest trails, often with bumps and the deepest powder.

Trails of particular note include the Covili, formerly known as Longet, which is an exciting red run on La Masse. The David Douillet run, also a red run, starts in the Mont de la Chambre sector and is well worth a visit, and, yet another great red run, also in the Mont de la Chambre sector, is the Lac des Combes run.

From the top of the Masse, you can join several legendary off piste itineraries in the direction of the Lac du Lou, the Teurre, the Col de la Fenêtre or the Vallée des Encombres. From the summit you get breathtaking panoramas over La Vanoise, les Ecrins and even le Mont Blanc, these all offer unforgettable descents in infinite open space.

Menuires board park can be good, with a few jumps, a spine and one or sometimes 2 pipes, which have been well designed.