Residence Plein Sud

France , Three Valleys Ski Area , Val Thorens

  • Ski In/Ski Out
  • Indoor Pool
  • Sauna/Steam Room
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  • SAS Groupe Chalet des Neiges, 625 route des Marais

Facilities

  • Gym/Fitness Centres
  • Outdoor Pool
  • Sauna/Steam Room
  • Family Rooms
  • Heated Boot Room
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Parking

Val Thorens at a glance

  • French
  • Euro (EUR)
  • London Gatwick (LGW), Birmingham Int. (BHX), Bristol (BRS), Manchester Int. (MAN), Edinburgh (EDI), London Stansted (STN), Leeds Bradford (LBA), Belfast Int. (BFS), London Heathrow (LHR), Southampton (SOU), Glasgow Int. (GLA), London Luton (LTN), Newcastle (NCL), Bournemouth (BOH), Liverpool (LPL)
  • London St Pancras (QQS)
The Eurostar Snow Train is back for 2026/27​
With extra dates and resorts added, including Saturday to Saturday departures. Hurry, there's limited availability and seats are selling quick!

About Residence Plein Sud

With just 12 spacious apartments, Résidence Plein Sud (part of Chalet des Neiges) has an intimate feel that's perfect for a ski holiday with family or friends. You couldn't ask for a better location in Val Thorens - step straight onto the slopes and explore the vast Les Trois Vallées ski area from your doorstep.

The apartments are warm and welcoming; they've been fully renovated, so depending on which apartment type you choose, expect fully equipped kitchens, fireplaces and private balconies. There's plenty of space to relax after a day on the mountain.

While this is a self-catering accommodation, you also have free access to the indoor heated swimming pool at the nearby Residence Chalet des Neiges Hermine. With stunning views and a cosy alpine style, it couldn't be easier to settle into life at one of the highest ski resorts in the Alps. 

After a day on the slopes, make the most of the residence's fitness room and sauna, both free to use. For even more ways to unwind, the nearby Résidence Hermine wellness area has a swimming pool, Jacuzzi, sauna and steam room – ideal for easing ski legs before another day in the Three Valleys.

Additional facilities:

  • Covered parking space in private garage (pay locally)
  • Pet-friendly (pay locally)
  • Ski Shop “Sport 2000” located in the residence Hermine 4* at about 300m
  • Check in: 5pm and check out: 10am

Set in a quieter spot on the upper side of Val Thorens, Résidence Plein Sud puts you right where skiers want to be. Step outside and you're moments from the slopes, with ski-in/ski-out access to the legendary Three Valleys.

The Residence Plein Sud are self-catering apartments. Each apartment has a fully equipped kitchen (except the 2-bedroom apartments - see the details in 'Room Types' above).

You can also hire a raclette, fondue and pierrade set, Nespresso coffee machines and soup blenders at reception.

There's also a bakery (bread and pastries) delivery service as well as Savoyard products delivery service also available - you can request at reception and pay locally. Note that for the Savoyard delivery, you'll need to place your order no later than the day before.

Board basis available: Self Catering

All apartment layouts include a fully equipped kitchen: oven (except in our 2-bedroom apartments), microwave, fridge/freezer, electric hobs with hood, dishwasher, electric filter coffee maker, toaster, kettle and full range of kitchenware.

Fireplace in the living room ( in the 3-bedroom apartments for 6 people), with living rooms South or South-West facing and including private balconies.

All apartments have recently been renovated to high standards. 

Two bedroom apartment sleeps four people, at around 48m² with two bedrooms - a double and twin. Offering one bathroom, one shower room and separate toilet.

Three bedroom apartment sleeps six people, at around 75m² with three bedrooms - one double and two twins or two doubles and one twin. Offering one bathroom, two shower-rooms and two separate toilets.

Four bedroom apartment sleeps eight people, at around 95m² with four bedrooms - one double and three twins. Offering two bathrooms, two shower rooms and two separate toilets. 

Four bedroom duplex apartment sleeps eight people, at around 95m² with four bedrooms - one double and three twins. Offering one bathroom, three shower rooms and two toilets (one of which is separate).  

Six bedroom apartment sleeps 12 people, at around 150m² with six bedrooms - one double and five twins. Offering two bathrooms, four shower rooms and three toilets (two are separate).

Six bedroom duplex apartment sleeps 12 people, at around 150m² with six bedrooms - one double and five twins. Offering two bathrooms, four shower-rooms and three separate toilets.

Seven bedroom apartment sleeps 14 people, at around 160m² with seven bedrooms - one double and six twins. Offering two bathrooms, five shower rooms and three toilets (two of them are separated). 

Additional facilities:

  • Bed linen and towels provided
  • End-of-stay cleaning and a welcoming cleaning kit to start the stay
  • Free Wi-Fi access in the apartment
  • Flat screen TV and Satellite, direct-dial telephone
  • Safe, heated towel-rail and hair-dryer  
  • A wood bag for the fireplace offered on request (except for the 2-bedroom)
  • Private ski-locker with shoe dryer  
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Travel to Val Thorens

Depart on: Saturdays

Fly into: Chambéry or Geneva airport, or Moutiers station

Transfer time: approx. 2 hours 45 mins to 3 hours 45 mins by coach

Travel by air

Fly to Geneva or Chambéry:

  • Transfer time from Geneva airport: approx. 3 hours 45 mins by coach 
  • Transfer time from Chambéry airport: approx. 2 hours 45 minutes by coach
  • The transfer in Val Thorens will stop as close as possible to your chosen accommodation. In some cases there may be a couple of minutes' walk due to regulations on where coaches can stop
  • There is a traffic light system in the Tarantaise Valley controlling traffic and stopping cars and coaches sitting in places where rocks could fall, and to make snow clearing easier when snowing

Please note that transfer times may vary depending on weather conditions and traffic, particularly during peak season and French school holidays (French school holidays span 18 Dec 26 - 03 Jan 27, 06 Feb - 07 Mar 27 and 03 - 25 Apr 27).

Private transfers are available on request.

Travel by train

We also have the Eurostar Snow Train which is bookable for 7 nights to Val Thorens, from London St Pancras. Available between 20 December and 28 March 2026.

This is a train that departs and returns Saturdays with a much shorter transfer of 1 hour from Moutiers railway station to resort.

Please see the resort page for provisional timings.

Ski & Snowboard in Val Thorens

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Beginner

Intermediate

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Snowboard

​Val Thorens is Europe's highest ski resort at 2,300m with access to 600km of terrain in the Three Valley Ski Area.

Runs

Blue: 336km
Red: 204km
Black: 60km

Additional Ski Details

Ski area:
600km
Resort altitude:
2300m
Ski Altitude:
1800m - 3200m
Snow Cannons:
2400
Ski Lifts:
200
Lift Ski Lockers:
No
Glaciers:
1
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Discover Val Thorens

At an altitude of 2,300m, Val Thorens is the highest ski resort in Europe and as part of the huge Three Valleys area, it is undoubtedly one of the very best. The resort has been designed to offer doorstep skiing from practically wherever you stay and has a village feel around a compact centre - where car access is restricted. The height of the resort means skiing in Val Thorens consists of long hours of sunshine, an unrivalled snow record and great skiing for all grades.

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Things to do in Val Thorens

Tobogganing

The longest toboggan run in France can be found at the Cosmojet Toboggan run, accessible via the Péclet funitel. It takes about 45 minutes to run the roughly 6 kilometres to the bottom.

As well as the swimming pool and wellness facilities, the complex has a range of sports courts and a fitness area with body building facilities. There is also a soft play area for the children which includes giant trampolines, slides, rope bridges and a ball pit. Payable locally.

If you would prefer to experience the mountain by foot, there are plenty of paths to follow. The sentier de la Marine is a relatively easy walk of around 5km, starting at Chalet du Cosmojet you will be met with fantastic views across the snowy landscape.

Have you ever wanted to stay on the mountain after last lifts? Every Friday you can enjoy the Tête Ronde and Christine runs in Péclet sector until 6.30pm. It is free of charge for guests with a valid Val Thorens/ Orelle ski pass.

Take to new heights and have a go at the La Bee zip line at the top of the Moutiere chairlift. This adrenaline filled zip line is suitable for children over the age of 14. Height restrictions apply. Pay locally.

The Tyrolienne du Bouchet is the highest zipline in Europe giving you the chance to whizz through the incredible mountain scenery. Located at the top of the Bouchet chairlift. Pay locally.

Snake Gliss (sledge train to you and me) is where sledges are tied together, led by a professional instructor and whizzing down the 45 minute descent from the top of Funitel de Péclet. 

For a bit of evening entertainment head to the resorts bowling centre, where there are eight lanes for bowling, a pool table and a variety of games including a football table. 

Ride your own snowmobile, or with a passenger and follow your guide on a tour around the unspoilt winter landscapes around Val Thorens. Book and pay locally.

There’s something really rewarding about winter walking in Val Thorens. High-altitude trails offer sweeping alpine views and a real sense of space above the resort. From gentle, accessible routes you can explore straight from the village without needing a lift, to longer marked paths that take you further into the surrounding mountains with a pedestrian pass, there’s plenty of choice depending on how far you want to go.

Expect well-signposted trails, crisp mountain air and plenty of chances to pause and take in the dramatic scenery of the Three Valleys. Before heading out, it’s worth checking the latest trail and lift access information on the official Val Thorens website to plan your route.

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