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Map of French Mountain Areas
The map shows the major mountain ranges on mainland France. From the volcanic landscape of the Massif Central to the rugged peaks of the Alps and the Pyrénées each has diverse culture and heritage, gastronomy and architecture. All have modern welcoming ski resorts to discover.
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French Alps Ski Resorts
The premier international ski destination, with incomparable skiing in breathtaking landscapes.
Choose from huge and ultra-chic linked areas to traditional villages with charm and character.
Our in-depth resort reviews will help you select your ideal resort.
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Sainte-Foy Tarentaise
Ste-Foy’s 35km of pisted terrain provides entertainment for all levels with superb off-piste skiing for experienced skiers. Attractive village with mountain chalet style well-suited to family holidays.
Sainte-Foy Tarentaise
Ste-Foy's 35km of pisted terrain provides entertainment for all levels with superb off-piste skiing for experienced skiers. Attractive village with mountain chalet style well-suited to family holidays.
Serre Chevalier
Stay in the mountain village ambiance of Briançon, Chantemerle, Villeneuve and spa-town Le Monêtier-les-Bains and explore a world-class ski area.
Serre Chevalier
Stay in the mountain village ambiance of Briançon, Chantemerle, Villeneuve and spa-town Le Monêtier-les-Bains and explore a world-class ski area.
Courchevel Moriond
We ski Courchevel Moriond, a rising star of the French Alps with 150km of local terrain. If that’s not enough, a great lift system lets you explore the vast 3 Valleys ski area, with a potential 600km of varied pistes to enjoy.
Courchevel Moriond
We ski Courchevel Moriond, a rising star of the French Alps with 150km of local terrain. If that's not enough, a great lift system lets you explore the vast 3 Valleys ski area, with a potential 600km of varied pistes to enjoy.
Les Orres
Between Gap and Briançon in the Southern French Alps, and all but hidden from view above the vast Lac de Serre-Ponçon, Les Orres catches significant snowfalls.
Val d’Isère
An internationally renowned ski resort, Val d’Isere shares the Espace Killy ski area with Tignes and offers epic skiing, both on and off-piste.
Val d’Isère
An internationally renowned ski resort, Val d’Isere shares the Espace Killy ski area with Tignes and offers epic skiing, both on and off-piste.
French Pyrénées Ski Resorts
The French Pyrénées offer great value and great skiing. The resorts include traditional destinations like Cauterets and purpose built high-altitude resorts such as Piau Engaly. All have a relaxed family friendly vibe and some have natural thermal spas just perfect for après ski relaxing.
Cauterets
A well-planned selection of groomed pistes served by an efficient lift system will appeal to recreational family skiers looking for a relaxed, uncomplicated experience.
Hautacam
Small and friendly ski resort with fabulous views. Only natural snow on pistes served by low-impact drag-lifts. A relaxed and fun family day out.
Saint-Lary
A balanced selection of terrain for mixed-ability groups plus a good snow-park for snowboarders and freestylers, above a lively traditional village.
Saint-Lary
A balanced selection of terrain for mixed-ability groups plus a good snow-park for snowboarders and freestylers, above a lively traditional village.
Peyragudes
Great family skiing in a relaxed and friendly purpose-built resort. Varied terrain on both sides of the mountain with good blue and red cruises, a snowpark and fast lift system.
Peyragudes
Great family skiing in a relaxed and friendly purpose-built resort. Varied terrain on both sides of the mountain with good blue and red cruises, a snowpark and fast lift system.
Luz Ardiden
Besides a relaxed, friendly environment and safe areas for beginners and children, Luz also offers more than a hint of the big-mountain ski experience.
Luz Ardiden
Besides a relaxed, friendly environment and safe areas for beginners and children, Luz also offers more than a hint of the big-mountain ski experience.
Piau Engaly
With the highest skiing in the French Pyrénées and guaranteed snow, Piau appeals to skiers looking for cruising plus some steeps.
Piau Engaly
With the highest skiing in the French Pyrénées and guaranteed snow, Piau appeals to skiers looking for cruising plus some steeps.
Snow-Sure Ski Resorts
Check out some of the best high altitude ski areas and glacier skiing.
La Plagne
One of the biggest and best purpose-built high-altitude resorts, with skiing to suit all levels and abilities. Stay in a village or the resort centre, according to your taste and budget.
Alpe d’Huez
Sunshine guaranteed on this south-facing plateau in the Grandes Rousses Massif. Known for its vertical drops and the longest piste in the world.
Alpe d’Huez
Sunshine guaranteed on this south-facing plateau in the Grandes Rousses Massif. Known for its vertical drops and the longest piste in the world.
Orelle-Val Thorens
High-speed gondola access to Val Thorens and the fabulous Three Valleys have put this small village in the Maurienne valley on the map for keen, budget conscious skiers.
Orelle-Val Thorens
High-speed gondola access to Val Thorens and the fabulous Three Valleys have put this small village in the Maurienne valley on the map for keen, budget conscious skiers.