Season dates in Val Thorens
Discover the latest Val Thorens lift opening and closing dates
The extensive network of Val Thorens lifts are open both summer and winter.
The world's largest ski area, this 600km network of ski runs is the number one destination for snow lovers from across the globe, and its impressive lift system includes a whopping 183 lifts to get you around this vast domaine.
Lift Area | Opening | Closing |
Courchevel area | 6 December 2024 | 21 April 2025 |
Meribel area | 7 December 2024 | 21 April 2025 |
Val Thorens area | 23 November 2024 | 4 May 2025 |
Lift Area | Opening | Closing |
Courchevel area | 6 July 2024 | 1 September 2024 |
Meribel area | 29 June 2024 | 30 August 2024 |
Val Thorens area | 8 July 2024 | 30 August 2024 |
Winter ski season dates in Val Thorens
When can you ski in Val Thorens?
Weather/snow conditions permitting, you can usually ski in Val Thorens from December to April using the lift system. Naturally, the season can be extended, typically with weekend openings in November or by ski-touring/hiking yourself up.
Season start and end dates may vary slightly as they are dependent on snow conditions. There may be a reduced ski area in operation if snow cover is insufficient or due to early/late season ramp up/down.
Lift area | Opening | Closing |
Courchevel area | 6 December 2024 | 21 April 2025 |
Courchevel Moriond (1650) | 7 December 2024 | 13 April 2025 |
Courchevel La Tania | 7 December 2024 | 13 April 2025 |
Meribel area Brides les Bains | 7 December 2024 14 December 2024 | 21 April 2025 11 April 2025 |
Val Thorens area | 23 November 2024 | 4 May 2025 |
Three Valleys linked area | 7 December 2024 | 21 April 2025 |
The lifts usually open at 09:00, and start to close around 16:20 (the time varies for each lift). From February onward the lifts stay open for a further half hour. You can find the exact closing times for each main lift at the lift stations.
Take a look at this year's ski lift pass prices, and for the very latest info keep an eye on live lift status and discover maps to find your way around the pistes. Plus you can read more about the ski lift system in Val Thorens and the variety of winter activities you can do on your visit.
Summer season dates in Val Thorens
When are the lifts open in Val Thorens?
During the summer months the lift-system is more restricted than in winter, but still offers fantastic mountain access to hikers, bikers and selfie-takers. Not all lifts are open every day of the week and times may vary, check locally before setting off.
Lift area | Opening | Closing |
Courchevel area | 6 July 2024 | 30 August 2024 |
Meribel area | 6 July 2024 | 30 August 2024 |
Val Thorens area | 6 July 2024 | 30 August 2024 |
St Martin and Les Menuires area | 6 July 2024 | 30 August 2024 |
Lift | Opening | Closing |
Verdons | 09:30 closed Saturdays |
16:40 |
Saulire | 09:30 closed Saturdays |
16:30 |
Le Praz | 09:30 closed Saturdays |
16:45 |
La Tania | 09:30 to12:30 closed Saturdays |
13:30 to 16:45 |
Lift | Opening | Closing |
Tougnete 1 | 09:30 | 16:30 |
Tougnete 2 | 09:40 | 16:30 |
Pas du Lac 1 and 2 | 09:30 closed Saturdays |
16:30 |
Lift | Opening | Closing |
Cairn-Caron | 10:00 closed weekends |
15:10 |
Caron | 10:15 closed weekends |
15:30 |
Moutière | 10:00 closed weekends |
16:00 |
Lift | Opening | Closing |
Roc 1 | 09:30 to 12:45 closed Mondays and Fridays |
13:30 to 16:30 |
Bruyeres 1 | 09:30 to 12:45 closed Thursdays and weekends |
13:30 to 16:30 |
St Martin 1 | 09:30 to 12:45 closed Mondays and Fridays |
13:30 to 16:30 |
St Martin Express | 09:30 to 12:45 closed Mondays and Fridays |
13:30 to 16:30 |
Speed Mountain | 10:30 to 12:45 | 13:30 to 19:00 |
Please note: all dates and times are subject to change due to adverse weather and events. You can keep an eye on live lift status and visit our maps page to find your way around.
For more information, check out this year's summer lift pass prices, read about the summer lift system in Val Thorens, and the many summer activities you can fill your visit with!