Where to ski this winter: our recommendations by experience
Discover the resorts we are working with this winter, grouped by the kind of stay you're looking for: family, nature and micro-adventures, sport and thrills, or parties and events.
For families and stress-free stays
La Rosière (Savoie) — Perched at 1,850 m, it charms visitors with its Franco-Italian ski area, the Espace San Bernardo, offering more than 156 km of sunny slopes. The resort focuses on accessibility and safety, with fun activities such as yooner, snowshoeing and sledging.
Val d'Allos (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence) — Awarded the Famille Plus label, it combines Provençal authenticity with Alpine panoramas: Crazy Park, the Verdon Express mountain coaster, fun skiing and off-slope experiences.
Les Carroz (Haute-Savoie) — At 1,140 m, with direct access to the Grand Massif (265 km of linked slopes) and a people- and environment-friendly approach to tourism, including free skiing for under-8s all season.
For lovers of nature and micro-adventures
Arêches-Beaufort (Savoie) — In the heart of the Beaufortain, perfect for ski touring, snowshoeing and discovering Savoyard local produce. Not to be missed: the 40th Pierra Menta, in March 2026.
Belledonne-Chartreuse (Isère) — One hour from Grenoble, 8 human-scale resorts for an authentic winter, between hidden valleys and pristine peaks.
Pra Loup (Ubaye) — Linked to Val d'Allos via the Espace Lumière, with 180 km of slopes including the wild Pouret valley, a favourite with freeriders.
Vallée de Blanche Serre-Ponçon — Four complementary sites (Montclar, Chabanon, Le Grand-Puy, Le Fanget), 90 km of Alpine slopes and 40 km of Nordic trails, in the heart of the UNESCO Haute-Provence Geopark, with more than 300 days of sunshine a year.
For sports fans and thrill-seekers
Courchevel (Savoie) — The resort celebrates its 80th anniversary in 2026. Part of Les 3 Vallées, the world's largest ski area, it hosts the World Cup and is preparing for the 2026 and 2030 Games.
Val Thorens (Savoie) — Europe's highest resort, voted World's Best Ski Resort in 2025, offers the longest ski season and hosts world-class competitions such as the Freeride World Tour and the Ski Cross World Championships.
Vars (Hautes-Alpes) — The temple of speed and freestyle: Simon Billy reached 255.5 km/h here on the Chabrières slope.
For parties and events
Méribel — The season opens on 6 December, with a host of festive events: Jazz Variations, the Para Ski World Cup and the Franglish Comedy Festival.
Val Thorens — A packed and eclectic programme, from La Grande Première to Ice Cross, by way of the European Gay Ski Week, Dutch Week and the Cosmic Mountain Festival.
Vars — Concerts, competitions and charity events punctuate the winter, between speed skiing and freestyle snowboarding.
For a premium stay
Pashmina, le Refuge 5* (Val Thorens) — Much more than a mountain refuge: the work of the Gorini family, with suites, a “Cosy Home”, igloos and a Spa by L'Occitane facing the peaks.
MMV Villages et Résidences Club — The leader in mountain Club holidays, with 15,000 beds in winter 2026, driven by its Edelweiss 2030 plan.
Le V**** de Vaujany (Isère) — In the heart of the Oisans, a new gastronomic chapter with chef Simon Roullier, blending Mediterranean cuisine and local produce.
Whatever your dream winter — family relaxation, sporting adventures or authentic getaways — these destinations promise memorable experiences in the most beautiful French mountains.