French Alps Local Expert: Find Things To Do in French Alps

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Photo provided by Andy Parant/Tignes Ski Resort

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Top places to visit

1. Alpe d'Huez

You'll love the view from this mountain pasture that is situated in a prime location in the heart of the French Alps. The snow is always right once Alpe d'Huez skiing is in full swing. Start planning your ultimate getaway and check out affordable ski vacation packages, thanks to discount prices and great deals. The mountains are yours when you are perched in Alpe d'Huez France. The Meije, Mont Blanc, and Mont Cervin will simply steal your breath away each time your lift tickets take you to the top. Buy tickets for Alpe d'Huez ski excitement now and get your pass to a lifetime of memories that will bring you back for more in the years to come.

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Huez which includes mountains, snow and snow skiing

2. Val Thorens Ski Resort

In addition to its prime location, the Val Thorens ski area is ideal for all levels from beginner to expert with its five terrain parks and 39 trails. With so much to experience, a season pass is one of the top deals around. However, if time does not permit, lift tickets will suit you well and may even be part of the many ski vacation packages available. Val Thorens ski packages can include anything from hotels to ski rentals to event tickets.

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Val Thorens Ski Resort which includes snow, outdoor eating and landscape views

3. Avoriaz Ski Resort

When you make reservations for Avoriaz ski packages, you are in for more than some of the best skiing of your life. You can also take advantage of other top picks when it comes to entertaining yourself and anyone else along for the ride. When you're not using your pass or lift tickets to weather the slopes, go dogsledding, hike the White Trail, head out on show shoes, or enjoy a romantic trip into the past when you enjoy the vista from a horse-sleigh.

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View of the bar in the arrival of the cable cars in the ski area of Morzine - France

4. Lake Annecy

Lake Annecy is a scenic body of water in a mountain valley. Among the largest lakes in France, it is known for its cleanliness due to strict environmental regulations. Swim or participate in watersports in this natural oasis.

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Lake Annecy which includes mountains, a bay or harbor and boating

5. Les Deux Alpes Ski Resort

Les 2 Alpes is an extensive ski resort that encompasses the two alpine plateaus above Mont-de-Lans and Venosc. Skiers and boarders favor this resort for its extensive skiable terrain, treeless slopes, half-pipe and fun park. Enjoy the resort’s excellent lift system, year-round glacial snow cover and charming lower village.

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6. Méribel Ski Resort

For some of the best skiing in the French Alps, visit Méribel Ski Resort. The area has over 400 miles (600 kilometers) of marked trails offering rewarding experiences for beginner to expert skiers. Hike or snowshoe along circuit trails. Take the Mont Vallon Gondola to enjoy panoramic views from nearly 10,000 feet (2,950 meters).

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Meribel Ski Resort featuring a small town or village and snow

7. Tignes Ski Resort

Tignes Ski Resort is among the most well-known winter sports networks in France. Its villages in the mountains cater to all your needs and its large network of ski slopes reach a height of 11,338 feet (3,456 meters). The resort is famous as a historic part of the 1992 Winter Olympics and the 1992 Winter Paralympics.

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Alpes du Nord featuring snow and cross-country skiing

8. Val-d'Isere Ski Resort

Val d'Isère is an alpine resort in the Tarentaise Valley of southeastern France. Famed for diverse runs, magnificent alpine scenery and beautiful stone-and-wood chalets, Val d'Isère encompasses a vast area of perfectly groomed slopes and challenging backcountry. Visit the resort and its neighbor Tignes in the legendary Espace Killy, named after the triple Olympic champion.

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Val d\'Isere showing snow as well as a small group of people

What to do in French Alps

Popular places to visit

Alpe d'Huez

When you are ready for a skiing adventure this season, the weather is just right in Alpe d'Huez. France invites you to take to the slopes at one of its best, the Alpe d'Huez Ski Resort.

Val Thorens Ski Resort

4.5/5(34 reviews)

As one of the Three Valleys’ three resorts, Val Thorens’s high altitude guarantees excellent snow during the season.

Lake Annecy

5/5(79 reviews)

Swim in this very clean lake in the picturesque valley of the Rhône-Alpes region.

Les Deux Alpes Ski Resort

4.5/5(13 reviews)

Carve up wide-open terrain and check out the exciting après scene on the twin alps of this ski resort, known for its long season and dazzling glacier.

Méribel Ski Resort

4.5/5(29 reviews)

In the heart of three valleys, this amazing ski area is one of the largest in the world. Enjoy snow sports or watch world-class racing competitors.

Tignes Ski Resort

4.5/5(44 reviews)

Ski your way through a complex maze of snowy slopes on the Grande Motte glacier at this purpose-built resort.

Val-d'Isere Ski Resort

4.5/5(39 reviews)

With perfect slopes, challenging backcountry, modern lifts and a charming village, this resort in the Espace Killy continues to raise the bar for alpine ski resorts.

Megeve Ski Resort

4.5/5(38 reviews)

Hit the slopes in Megeve with a visit to Megeve Ski Resort. Discover the mountain views in this family-friendly area.

Superdevoluy Ski Resort

4/5(1 review)

Hit the slopes in Le Dévoluy with a visit to Superdevoluy Ski Resort. Amble around the area's parks or visit its monuments.

Areas of French Alps

Chamonix-Mont-Blanc featuring snow and mountains

Chamonix City Centre

4.5/5(163 area reviews)

Chamonix City Centre is a destination visitors seek out for its picture-perfect mountain views, relaxing spas and popular ski slopes. You might want to check out attractions like Casino Le Royal Chamonix or Chamonix Alpine Museum while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

Courchevel 1850

Courchevel 1850 is noteworthy for its skiing, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Jardin Alpin 1 Gondola and Chenus Gondola.

Annecy Old Town

5/5(24 area reviews)

Divided with waterways, the city in the mountains is famed for its scenic views. Walk along quaint streets and discover its year-round attractions.

Jeux

4.5/5(2 area reviews)

While visiting Jeux, you might make a stop by sights like Palais des Sports and Museum of Huez and Oisans.

Argentiere featuring a small town or village and street scenes

Argentière

Come to this attractive village for majestic Alpine scenery as well as all sorts of adventures and sports such as skiing, snowboarding, snow shoeing, hiking and climbing.