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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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Tignes
No longer for hardcore expert skiers only, Tignes has lots for families and intermediates, too in the vast Espace Killy ski area shared with Val d’Isère.
Les Contamines
Tucked away at the end of a valley this Evasion Mont-Blanc resort is not linked by piste to the other stations in the domain. Back to nature feel with magnificent views.
Les Contamines
Tucked away at the end of a valley this Evasion Mont-Blanc resort is not linked by piste to the other stations in the domain. Back to nature feel with magnificent views.
Vaujany
Vaujany is a welcoming traditional ski village. Linked to Alpe d’Huez Grand Domain, Vaujany offers good value, free covered parking and family activities.
Valfréjus
Quality family skiing in one of the youngest Alpine resorts, with short airport transfers plus hi-speed train access – plus discounted skiing at nearby resorts.
La Toussuire
A super-friendly, practical base from which to ski the vast Les Sybelles, or simply keep the family entertained closer to home. Solid value, capable lift system and surprisingly wide choice for dining out.
La Toussuire
A super-friendly, practical base from which to ski the vast Les Sybelles, or simply keep the family entertained closer to home. Solid value, capable lift system and surprisingly wide choice for dining out.
Flaine
Purpose-built ski village with assertive mid-’60s architecture styled by Marcel Breuer. Sited high in the Grand Massif ski domain with terrain to suit everyone.
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.
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.
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.
La Mongie
Linked with Barèges to form Grand Tourmalet, the largest ski area in the French Pyrenees, this purpose-built ski village offers great value and is gradually being facelifted.
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.
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.
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.
Snow-Sure Ski Resorts
Check out some of the best high altitude ski areas and glacier skiing.
Chamonix Mont Blanc
Modern skiing was born in the Chamonix Valley, and now it’s world famous among serious skiers – find out why.
Chamonix Mont Blanc
Modern skiing was born in the Chamonix Valley, and now it’s world famous among serious skiers - find out why.
Avoriaz
High altitude ski-in ski-out, car-free resort in the Portes du Soleil. Varied terrain for intermediates, plenty for advanced skiers and fantastic for boarders. Lively nightlife.
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.