Discover Valloire
Valloire is a charming and traditional village resort that is renowned for its hospitality. This dates back from when the villagers used to open their doors to the travelling salesmen that braved the journey. Valloire is considered by many to be one of the most beautiful villages in the Maurienne Valley and it is surrounded by dramatic peaks. Valloire is a long standing ski resort and was first opened in 1934. It cemented an alliance with the neighbouring resort of Valmeinier when the two resorts were connected back in 1974. Valloire has also been on the Tour de France cycle route since 1911.
Valloire is a resort that is well known for both cycling and skiing and is popular in both the summer and winter months. Many would not consider themselves a “proper” cyclist if they have not climbed the 2642m to the renowned Col du Galibier, one of the most famous points on the Tour de France route. The ski area connects the resorts of Valloire and Valmeinier, known as the Galibor-Thabor ski area, offering 150km of pistes to suit all abilities. Valloire also plays host to the international snow and ice sculpture competition so there are some pretty interesting sights to be seen throughout the winter. Accommodation in the village is plentiful to suit all budgets and tastes.
The town is a pretty and authentic village, which originates from a farming background and it is well know for welcoming all visitors with open arms. Locals are proud of their hospitality and are happy to share their local traditions, culinary delights and mountain sports with their visitors.
Altitude 1,430m – 2,750m
A popular ski & cycling dual season resort
Galibier-Thabor Ski Area has 150 km of pistes
70% of the pistes are over 2000m
The most famous point of the Tour de France
2 Hours 30 minutes from Geneva airport.
The Galibier-Thabor ski area links the two resorts of Valloire and Valmeiner and together they offer 150 km of runs with 78 pistes between them and 34 ski lifts. The resort in great for beginners and intermediates as there are 24 green runs, 26 blues and 30 red runs. There are also 9 challenging black runs including a tricky mogul field above Valmeiner and whilst some would not consider the Galibier-Thabor ski domaine to be a destination for skilled skiers, it should be pointed out that the region has a history of producing French champions. Generally, if snow conditions are good then it is easy to ski directly back to the village. Snowboarders are not left out either. There is an easy park for the beginners to firm up their skills before attacking the snow park at Lac de la Vielle and the Valloire snow park.
Valloire is a warm and welcoming ski resort which attracts a variety of abilities, suits multiple budgets and offers a variety of après ski options, including cafés, bars, restaurants and night clubs.
Valloire is well known by cyclists all over the world as being a focal point for the Tour de France route, which is a gruelling climb up to the Col de Galibier which is 2462m above sea level. Cyclist are attracted to the area to complete the challenge to the top of this famous pass and enjoy the delights before them as a reward. On a clear day one can see Mont Blanc too.
Hiking in the summer is a must and many of the locals act as guides to show you what the area has to offer. A popular walk is to Les Cerces Lake which is in a spectacular setting and the Le Télégraph Fort is a slice of history not to be missed.
