Overview
A breezy 80 minutes from Chambery airport, tantrum-free travel is one peak perk of Club Med Valmorel. The theme of argument-free A to B transfers continues with the prime ski-in, ski-out location. Hidden behind a curtain of spruce trees, at an elevation of 1,460 metres, this high altitude haven is a safe bet for snow bunnies just finding their feet. The surrounding slopes include plenty of blues, and nursery areas for beginners, while more advanced members of the party can head over to Saint-François Longchamp for challenging red runs. After a long day pounding the piste a visit to the spa is a must. Swimming a few laps in the indoor heated pool is another
The childcare offering here is phenomenal, with the highly-lauded Baby Club in operation (4 months+), as well as ski lessons for littlies (3+). The restaurant champions minimal-mileage menus, and, true to Club Med form, the evening entertainment is enticing for all ages. Inside, the design is finely-tuned for families, marrying generous storage space with interconnecting rooms, postcard-pretty balconies and ever-roaring fires
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Flight
1 hr 50 mins from London to Chambery, 1 hr 40 mins from London to Grenoble, Lyon or Geneva
Transfer
Approximately a 80 mins transfer from Chambery, 150 mins from Grenoble, 180 mins from Geneva or 150 mins from Lyon
Best time to visit
Valmorel’s ski season runs from: end December – mid April. The tail end of the ski season is one of the best times to visit Club Med Valmorel in France, saving you £££ as opposed to peak time in February
Favourite room
If you’re travelling with the smallest of ski bunnies, Deluxe Rooms accommodate 2 adults and a baby. The Exclusive Collection Suites are the most beautiful of bedrooms, comfortably sleeping families of 4. Gangs of up to 6 will want the Interconnecting Superior Rooms
Nearby
Valmorel is linked with Saint-Francois Longchamp, creating the Le Grand Domaine ski area. Here skiers of all abilities (and appetites) will find a slope to suit. Sun-seekers will be pleased to hear the area covers both sides of the mountain, so you can chase your Vitamin D throughout the day. A 10 minute car ride will take you to Valmorel village – a purpose-built family ski resort, free of traffic and rich in restaurants
Price
from £207 p/night in low season and £370 p/night in high season
7 night minimum stays usually apply
Worth waking the baby for
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Dog sledding
With its thousands of hectares of gentle terrain, Valmorel is one of the best areas for dog sledding in France. From 30 minute jaunts, to hour long immersions, Tiny Travellers are sure to love meeting, greeting and gallivanting with their new four-legged friends
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Village Pirates Adventure
With a play area for children around the Pirate castle: slides, a “spider” course, a turnstile, secret passages, a “snowball” wall
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Spartan Race Valmorel
Every January Valmorel hosts their famous Spartan Race – an exhilarating 5km Sprint or 10km Super of obstacles, where competitors climb, jump and run to the finish line. Whether you cheer from the sidelines, or replace skis with shoes, this is an adrenaline hit like no other
