Ski, spa, fondue: opt for a rejuvenating break in Val Thorens!
Published on 20/01/2026 - Written by Nadège
Val Thorens welcomes you all winter and even in spring for your skiing and snowboarding sessions in the mountains. If you want to take advantage of your holiday to enjoy the pleasures of the slopes, but also to relax and take some time for yourself, we have just the programme for you.
What if, after half a day's skiing, you went to a spa or a fondue restaurant to recharge your batteries gently, sheltered from the winter cold ? That's what the Val Thorens ski resort has to offer!
What if, after half a day's skiing, you went to a spa or a fondue restaurant to recharge your batteries gently, sheltered from the winter cold ? That's what the Val Thorens ski resort has to offer!
Skiing in Val Thorens: the must-do winter activity
If you're planning to book a stay at the heart of the Val Thorens resort during the winter, it's undoubtedly to indulge in your favourite winter sports activity and perhaps also to share these moments with your nearest and dearest.
With the ESF Val Thorens, take advantage of private and group ski lessons to improve your technique and discover other ways to enjoy the Tarentaise Valley (ski touring, snowshoeing, snowboarding, etc.). From beginners to experienced skiers, everyone is welcome! What's more, the ski school offers half-day lessons (morning or afternoon), which also leaves you plenty of free time to relax.
With the ESF Val Thorens, take advantage of private and group ski lessons to improve your technique and discover other ways to enjoy the Tarentaise Valley (ski touring, snowshoeing, snowboarding, etc.). From beginners to experienced skiers, everyone is welcome! What's more, the ski school offers half-day lessons (morning or afternoon), which also leaves you plenty of free time to relax.
Skiing for all levels in Val ThorensSpa, fondue: a relaxing après-ski in Val Thorens
The Val Thorens ski resort has several spa and wellness areas in some of its hotels. After your intensive skiing sessions, you can swap your ski suit for a swimming costume, and head to the spa in your residence or in a neighbouring hotel for a few hours. Heated indoor pool, sauna, hammam, massages, mineral treatments... there's something for everyone!
Val Thorens is also an ideal place to sample Savoyard specialities. Fancy a fondue? Here, several restaurants offer you this dish to share, among many other attractive recipes. Some of them are not afraid to revisit this emblematic Savoyard speciality, as most of the addresses in Val Thorens are bistronomic. Enough to tantalise your taste buds after a rather sporty day.
Val Thorens is also an ideal place to sample Savoyard specialities. Fancy a fondue? Here, several restaurants offer you this dish to share, among many other attractive recipes. Some of them are not afraid to revisit this emblematic Savoyard speciality, as most of the addresses in Val Thorens are bistronomic. Enough to tantalise your taste buds after a rather sporty day.

Plan your rejuvenating stay in Val Thorens
Although Val Thorens is first and foremost a ski destination, that doesn't mean you can't round off your days with other rejuvenating activities, such as a massage at the spa or a restaurant. In fact, the resort is full of possibilities, each more pleasant than the last. If you like, you can even vary the pleasures with a session on the ice rink, or even go-karting. It's up to you to create the programme of your dreams.
As far as ESF Val Thorens ski lessons are concerned, it's advisable to book a little in advance, especially if you plan to take ski lessons during the high season, i.e. from December to February. Places are limited and they go quickly. It's up to you!
As far as ESF Val Thorens ski lessons are concerned, it's advisable to book a little in advance, especially if you plan to take ski lessons during the high season, i.e. from December to February. Places are limited and they go quickly. It's up to you!
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