Located in the famous Tarentaise valley in the French Alps, and bearing the Family Plus certification, Les Menuires offers a wide range of activities for all ages and abilities. A family resort par excellence, it will delight beginners and experienced skiers alike.
The family pass has had a face-lift! Now more flexible, it allows families to enjoy incredible prices. This is great news for grandparents and parents, whether on their own or as a twosome!
Adults pay the same price as children
Suitable for all types of families: single parents, duos & grandparents
1 extra day FREE*
For beginners, dedicated areas on the beautiful green runs of La Violette and La Montagnette are perfect for a gentle start. The ski schools offer lessons to suit all ages and abilities, with instructors on hand to help you learn the basics of skiing and snowboarding in complete safety.
If your teenagers want to ride in style, head for the boardercross or Pixel Area snowpark, with jumps in a range of sizes (from XS to L). There's plenty to challenge youngsters and parents alike!
For those looking for thrills and excitement, Les 3 Vallées ski area offers 600km of varied runs, with itineraries to suit all abilities. From technical descents to gentle, panoramic runs, there's something for everyone.
In Les Menuires, the wide range of accommodations and services guarantees a successful family stay for all types of travelers and budgets.
Babies from 3 months old and children of all ages are well taken care of: nursery, mini-club, ski lessons from the age of 3, and the Piou-Piou Village to introduce them to the world of winter sports. From sledding to Boukty Camp, fun parks, and the aquatic play area, there's something for everyone and all ages!
Explore La Mine in Les Menuires, a rail toboggan attraction! Immerse yourself in the history of Les Menuires alongside our brave miners during a thrilling 1000-meter adventure. Choose your pace for for maximum thrills. Don't miss the bonus: leave with a smile and a memorable photo from this unforgettable experience!
Conditions:
From 5 years and 1.10m accompanied. From 10 years old and 1.40m alone in the sledge.
With bumps, boxes, rails, kicks, whoops, step-ups and step-downs, there’s everything you need to ride and get a max of thrills! Les Menuires Pixel Area in Les 3 Vallées is THE fun zone for freestyle ski and snowboard enthusiasts. Try your hand at the boardercross and then have fun carrying out amazing jumps and stylish moves.
Bonus: the Chill zone terrace where you can sit back and watch the show.
Access:
Via the Becca and Sunny Express chairlifts
Come and discover the wildlife and get to know the animals that live in the Vanoise National Park, including black grouse, golden eagles, rock ptarmigans, badgers, frogs and of course whistling marmots. They will be watching you as you descend the Friendly Natural Park’s fun and educational run! This is a great way for children to learn about nature as you ski together as a family. Enjoy lunch on the terrace and admire the animal exhibition.
Access:
Masse 1 cable car and Pointe de la Masse gondola lifts
The resort offers a wealth of non-skiing activities for the whole family. From snowshoe walks to tobogganing on especially designed runs, as well as a toboggan run on rails, there’s always something to do in Les Menuires, even when the lifts have closed for the day.
And if it’s relaxation you’re after, Les Menuires is home to a variety of spas and well-being centres where parents can recharge their batteries whilst their children have fun in the kid’s club.
Depending on what needs to be done, on-piste rescue can be expensive. On average, a helicopter rescue costs between €1,800 and €3,000, and an on-piste rescue around €430 (according to carreneige.com).
With ‘Carré Neige Classique’ insurance, for just €3.30 a day, €19.80 for 6 days, €26.40 for 8 to 21 days or €49 for the season, you'll be covered for the cost of rescue on the slopes, reimbursement of lift passes* and ski lessons*, and repatriation/ambulance costs. What do you think?
* excess of €50, deducted once per claim