Video Reports from Val Thorens
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Crankworx Les 2 Alpes, Kumi Yama & 3VTT
Val Thorens Mountain News
Our weekly video reports bring you the best from the Alps, whether it's cimbing in Chamonix, Glacier skiing in 2 Alpes or Mountain biking in the Portes du Soleil. Find the best events in the Alps each week here on SeeValThorens.com.
The sunny weather took the day off on Monday and mist lay low across the piste and rain fell very heavily. Luckily the weather is now back to it's sunny self. The forecast is predicted to change this weekend with very light rain in the resort but...
Pack the suncream & water for a sunny week ahead in Val Thorens
The sun is still shining brightly over Val Thorens and it isn’t showing any signs of stopping! I left my car in the sun for about an hour the other day and the temperature gauge showed 24 degrees!
Snow & & Santa Forecast for Christmas in the Three Valleys
There is snow coming to Val Thorens in time for Christmas, the clouds have moved in and after three weeks of sunshine it looks more like winter again in the Three Valleys.
Val Thorens race report from Cara the Skier
It’s been a few weeks since I updated my blog because I took a week off to go to London. While I was in London I did two speeches to children at Thomas’s London Day Schools about skiing and chasing your dreams. It was great fun but by the...
Sun, Sun & Yet More Sun
Spring has arrived in Val Thorens and the Three Valleys and after almost a week of snow and clouds the sun has come out and the forecast is that it's here to stay.
Best week of the season...well so far
Green and brown returns to a winter wonderland
DC Livepark comes to the 3 Valleys; capture your park tricks online
The new DC Area 43 snowpark in Meribel Mottaret will be equipped with a camera system which will add the ability to film your tricks for free and view them directly online.
Great conditions and even some powder
Dumping it down here in the 3 Valleys
From Blanchot piste, Meribel
Winter conditions across the Three Valleys
From L'Adray Telebar, Meribel
From Mont Vallon, Meribel
From Creux Noirs, Courchevel
From the Pas du Lac Bubble
Fresh from Cross-country Skiing
Goodbye Caroline, see you next December
1st of the Winter Season 2007...
Winter season 2006/07coming to an end
From Courchevel to Meribel
Merry Christmas from the Trois Vallees
From La Face piste, Meribel
Jack's back with news of the slopes the parks and the Les Menuires 7
From Pramint, Val Thorens
Best day of the week? Thursday. Sunshine & Pow!
Spring has come early but winter is set to return
WARNING! Some viewers may find these images shocking; A slow start across the Alps
Record snow depths and one of the greatest seasons ever
From La Chaudanne, Meribel
From Meribel transformed by snow!
The sun went, but it's coming back
Snowiest December in ten years!!
First report of the Winter Season 2006
Fresh snow at the end of the busy season
New snow and new faces in Meribel
Good snow before the holidays
From the Altiport, Meribel
From Blanchot piste, Meribel
Powder and fine dining in the Three Valleys, gastronomy Week
From Bouvreuil piste, Meribel
From Combe Tougnete, Meribel
Foehn wind blows across the Trois Vallees, the warm wind takes it's toll
Temperatures are falling in the Three Valleys, careful route selection means great skiing
From Col de la Loze, La Tania
From Blanchot beginner piste, Meribel
From Top lifts and Top Gear
Piste closing but there's still more open in 3V than anywhere else
From Mottaret centre, Meribel Valley
From Trois Marches piste, Val Thorens valley
From Meribel Mottaret, la Grenouillere
From Roc des Trois Marches, Les Menuires
The international Pyrotechnic festival comes to the 3V
Head up high for the best snow, good skiing in The Three Valleys
From Marmottes piste, Courchevel
From Doron piste, Meribel
Au revoir from the winter 2010-2011
From Bouvreuil piste Meribel
Moguls and cold temperatures in the Three Vallees
A smattering of snow kicks off the French holidays, busy season approaches
From Doron piste, Meribel
New snow and low temperatures return
Goodbye from the Three Valleys for Winter 2010
Merry Christmas from the Trois Vallees
From Dent de Burgin, Meribel
The early bird gets the best snow, up early for breakfast on the hill
Excellent conditions in the Trois Valllees
From Doron piste, Meribel
Slushy snow but with a favourable forecast
Clear and sunny in the three Valleys, pistes are holding up but new snow would be nice
From Martre, Meribel Mottaret
Plenty of snow for the new winter season
New Year in the Trois Vallees
From Lievre piste, Meribel
Much better, quiet pistes and good snow up high in the 3 Valleys
From Lapin piste, Meribel Village
All quiet at last, calm between the storms in the Three Valleys
Clear skies after the rain
Plenty snow left in The Three Valley
From Meribel Altiport; not much change so stay high
That's a bit more like it, lucky week thirteen in Three Valleys
End of the French holidays
From Plattieres 2, Meribel Valley
From Doron piste, Meribel
From Saulire Piste, Meribel
Quiet, well groomed slopes under clear blue skies
It has been a good start to the season here in the Three Valleys. Although we don't have the huge snow falls we enjoyed over the last two winters all the pistes are complete and are very nice to ski.
From Vizelle, Courchevel Valley
Between summer and winter 2009
From Doron piste, Meribel
A beautiful freeskiing park session at Val Thorens
This is a sweet video edit from Yves Thollon and his crew of superstylin' skiers in the Val Thorens snow park.
From Creux Noirs, Courchevel
From Marmotte piste, Meribel
From Mont de la Chambre, Belleville valley
From Roc Merlet, Courchevel
Metro Ski and Snowboard Show 2009
What's new in Val Thorens
Rock on Snowboard Tour 2010
From Bartavellles, Meribel
From Chalet de Pierre, Courchevel
From Lac des Combes, Les Menuires
Jenny Jones talks about X-Games 15 in Tignes
That was January...What's happening in February?
From Combe Saulire, Courchevel
From La Chaudanne, Meribel
From La Chaudanne, Meribel
Best trick ever?!?! - Brits training abroad learn some new skills
London Ski Show and 2 Alpes Glacier opening
From Alouette piste, Meribel Valley
A night in the life of the Val Thorens snow clearance team
It is no easy task to keep Val Thorens accessible to the world when the snow starts coming down.
From Venturon piste, Meribel
Late season skiing in the 3 Valleys
Benedicte has been enjoying a bit of slush surfing in the 3 valleys this week. The snow cover is still pretty good high up for anyone wondering what the conditions are like at this time of year.. take a look. If you've got any videos you want to...
A Teaser for the new FIS Alpine Ski Racing Season
It won't be long until we can start watching some of our favourite ski racers and national champions hurtling down the mountain again. Forget Ski Sunday, here's where you can come and watch some of the action live in resort:
Overheard in French Ski Resorts
The viral video that everyone's talking about.. "You've got to schuss this bit Margaret; you've got to schuss it!"
What to look out for this year at the Ski Show
25 Days Until Opening Day at Val Thorens
Here's a little teaser to get you in the mood for this winter.. getting excited yet? We are.. T minus 25 days to go!!!
Pistes in Val Thorens are in great condition as the 3V links open
3 Valleys ski area links open this weekend
Welcome to a new season of snow reports! Conditions on piste are great and the 3 Valleys links opened this weekend.
Caroline's last video snow report of the season ;-(
3 Valleys Video Snow Report
A round up of this season and information about closing dates for Courchevel, Meribel & Val Thorens. Caroline will be back next winter with more video snow reports!
This weeks video snow report from the 3 valleys
3 Valleys Video Snow Report
Caroline's weekly edition of her snow report, which this week includes some information about the upcoming blues festival in Meribel.
A sunny weekend with great conditions on piste
A little more snow due on the forecast next week
High winds may be hitting resort next week, which with wind chill, will make conditions really cold. If you want to stay a little warmer, head to some of the lower pistes down in Les Menuires and St Martin.
Sunshine turns to snow flurries
A mixed forecast in the week ahead
A few flurries of snow are due on this week's forecast with a bit of a dump due on Satruday which would be great.
Really heavy snow on Saturday
A really snowy weekend in Val Thorens
Lots of snow fell in Val Thorens this weekend - around half a metre!
Plenty of snow in forecast for next week
A snowy February ahead for us in Val Thorens
There is a lovely looking forecast this week, with more snow heading to Val Thorens tomorrow.
The pistes are in great condition at the moment
A super sunny start to the week in Val Thorens
Conditions on piste are good this week and snow depths are great across the 3 Valleys.
A small amount of snow on the forecast
A warm week on the pistes in Val Thorens
Warm weather has been affecting some of the lower pistes in resort this week, with some of them needing to be closed. Higher up in resort snow cover is still good and the pistes are in good condition.
Non stop snow from tonight until Monday
A wild week of weather with more snow on the forecast
A good half a metre of snow is on the forecast over the course of the weekend, which is great news.
Great conditions on piste & lots of sunshine
Almost 100% of the 3 Valleys ski area is now open
Aurelien is back with another update on ski conditions in Val Thorens, where as you can see it's now really sunny so there's no need for wearing balaclavas this week!
Avalanche Awareness & Safety with Thibaud Duchosal
Avalanche Awareness Video
Thibaud Duchosal has created this educational video with in partnership with the Ministry of Youth, Sports and Community Life, ANENA association and Les Arcs.
More snow + high winds = higher risk
Avalanche Risk high across the Alps
We've had lots of snow across the alps in the last week, which is great news for anyone heading to Val Thorens between now and the end of the season.
Snow depths are great & the sun has returned
Blue skies and soft snow in Val Thorens
It's been a warm week this week, with blue skies and plenty of sunshine.
Spring like conditions today
It's gorgeous today in Val Thorens and Les Menuires with plenty of sun and warmer temperatures.
Take a look at conditions this week in Val Thorens
Christmas & New Years Conditions in Val Thorens
These guys look like they've had a great trip to Val Thorens this week. Video from wmBrazil2014 on Youtube.
Early fresh tracks with the boys from The Boot Lab
Ewan and the boys skinned up to the top of the Courchevel 1650 gondola to enjoy and early morning ski on the first of this season's snow. There's plenty more snow on the way as well as more from the lads at The Boot Lab.
Some of the best powder ever
Courchevel is looking great at the moment with some of the best powder I've ever seen. There is so much snow and when the sun came out on Wednesday we made the most of it.
Great snow, clear skies and plenty of love around
Conditions here in Courchevel are absolutely superb. The off piste is exceptional at the moment and the pistes skiing is perfect.
Perfect powder and pistes
It's been very cold here in Courchevel but that has given us near perfect conditions both on and off piste. The powder has been epic and the pistes are in such good condition that there really is something for everyone at the moment.
Great snow for Christmas
Merry Christmas!!! The snow is awesome here in Courchevel and Santa has already been spotted in town. Check our What's on Calendar for when you can see Father Christmas. We'd like to wish you a very happy festive holiday.
Epic snow depths and all the skis you'll ever need
We have got masses of snow here in Courchevel, every time we blink another ten or fifteen centimeters seems to come down and the conditions on and off piste are awesome.
Mixed conditions this week in Courchevel
We have had very mixed conditions this week in Courchevel. At the start of the week we had fresh snow and clear skies but on Wednesday the temperature rose and we had quite a bit of rain which made the pistes very hard and icy. Luckily we are looking...
Russian Christmas and clear skies to follow
The sun has come back to Courchevel after a cloudy New Year. With the sun out and a smattering of fresh snow on the pistes skiing conditions are pretty much perfect.
Huge snow fall in Courchevel
We have had a lot of snow this week and the forecast for the next few days is for the sun to return. With all the snow that has fallen it's gonna be amazing.
Hanging out in the skies above Courchevel
Although we haven't had any new snow for a while the pistes are so good at the moment and the weather is so sunny we haven't missed the powder here in Courchevel. That being said we are looking forward to the 20-30cm of new snow which is...
Spring has finally Sprung
Spring has finally sprung and we have had some great skiing this week with fresh powder and clear skies. Hopefully the sun will stay out over the next few weeks so we can see out the end of the season in style.
Under the rugs in 1600
Ewan is under a rug enjoying a vin chaud at the end of a good day on the hill, watch this weeks report to find out how you can enjoy this little slice of hapiness as well as the best snow and fireworks and parties.
Some great skiing this week with changeable temperature and weather
We have some amazing snow this week but with some very changable weather and temperatures and the wind has come from all over the place.
Fireworks sun shine and some truly random events
It's been a glorious week here in Courchevel with blue skies and sunny weather and the forecast is for more of the same. The snow is holding up really well under the holiday traffic and the pistes are still in great condition.
The sun finally emerges
The sun finally came out today and we were able to enjoy some of the new snow that has been coming down over the last few days.
Dreek weather and a some dodgy facial hair
There are a few disturbing images in this week's report, one is the sight of clouds and even a little rain in Courchevel, the other Ewan's ginger 'tache.
The new Aquamotion centre in Courchevel is officially open
The ski school have pulled off one of the best results we've seen
ESF Val Thorens Mannequin Challenge
If you've been watching social media channels, you'll no doubt have seen the start of a new craze - the Mannequin Challenge.
Exeter Snowsports enjoying a trip to Val Thorens
Exeter University Head to Val Thorens For Some Spring Skiing
Topless men snowboarding & skiing in skirts? We've seen it all now... looks like they had a great time though.. enjoy!
A sunny start to 2017 so far
Great conditions in Val Thorens & Orelle at New Year 2017
Around 85% o of pistes in Val Thorens are open with around 200+ open in the 3 valleys, so there's plenty of skiing to be had here.
Recent snowfall has freshened up the pistes nicely
Great snow depths across Val Thorens
Lots of snow this week has hugely improved the conditions on and off-piste.
Some useful tips if you're bringing your own car here in winter
How to put on snow chains & Driving in the Alps
French air display team over the 3 Valleys
La Patrouille de France in Meribel
La Patrouille de France, France's answer to the Red Arrows, painted the skies above Méribel red, white and blue this week in an amazing aerial display.
A chat with James 'Woodsy' Woods - Britain's top freeskier
London Freeze 2011 Video Report
At the 2011 London Freeze at Battersea Power Station we spoke to Britain's top freeskier James Woods about the event, X-Games and the 2014 Olympics in Sochi Russia.
A chilly week in Val Thorens with great snow conditions
Lots of fresh snow in the 3 Valleys this week
It's going to be a cold week this week so make sure you wrap up warm and have regular breaks to grab a hot drink and warm up.
Non stop snow over the past few days
Lots of fresh snow in Val Thorens this week
The snow started earlier this week and has just kept on coming.
A chilly week ahead so make sure you wrap up!
Lower pistes are starting to open in Val Thorens
A few snow clouds have started to return to the 3 Valleys with a light covering of snow arriving earlier this week.
New openings in Meribel
Meribel has opened to some of the best snow in recent years. There is absolutely oodles of the stuff and it's not just snow that's new to Meribel. We also have new lifts, bars, restaurants, coffee shops and even pistes.
Stunning conditions
Conditions here in Meribel are simply superb. We have masses of snow and this is already one of the best winters the Three Valleys has had in the last twenty years and we still have another ten weeks ahead of us. To make sure you stay safe in the busy...
Perfect powder on chilly slopes
The cold, cold temperatures have given us some wonderful snow and the clear skies mean that conditions are nigh-on perfect. Wrap up w.arm if you want to enjoy all the quiet slopes, all of which are open
Santa might be bringing snow
Well the grey skies have come back but we have had a short break in the clouds, Wednesday was one of the best days in memory and the forecast is predicting more snowfall.
More to see in the trees
We have had some great days this week in Meribel, although today was a little overcast and the light was a little flat there was still space between the trees where we could enjoy the good snow.
Mixed conditions for New Year
It's busy in Meribel but there is snow falling especially on the higher ground and the sun is forecast to return as towards the end of the week. By Saturday we should have clear skies and quiet slopes.
Great snow up high and more on the way
The lower pistes are bullet proof at the moment because we have had rain which has frozen solid, luckily the rain fell as snow higher up and there was some great skiing on fresh snow on the upper runs. Better still there is more snow on the way, a lot...
Storms before Valentines Day
It has been very stormy and snowy here in Meribel but when the sun re-appears we will have masses of untouched snow to enjoy.
Lovely low season
Meribel is wonderful during January, quiet slopes, with clear skies and superb snow. The pistes are wonderful at the moment especially over in Val Thorens and there is some off piste snow if you are prepared to hike for it.
Best April in years
March was, to be honest a bit disappointing but it has led to the best April skiing in 20 years. There's little else to be said.
Off piste safety training in Mottaret
This week Caroline looks at the Off Piste safety training zone in Meribel Mottaret and rounds up all the new events for the week.
Women's World Cup this weekend
We have superb ski conditions in Meribel and the Three Valleys and we are looking forward to the weekend when the Women's World Cup will be held. The run is ready and there is sure to be a big party when the ladies take to the slopes on...
The best season in 20 years gives us more powder and clear skies
We are still enjoying one of the best winters in the last twenty years with excellent snow conditions, great cover on the slopes and ski and snowboard competitions coming soon.
Sunny skies and great snow in Meribel this week
The sun has been shining all week and the days are starting to get longer here in Meribel but the air is still cold and the skiing is still excellent with great cover throughout the Meribel Valley.
Masses of snow on the pistes and miles of cross country trails
The snow is still great in Meribel and if the weather isn't the usual Spring sunshine that we would expect for this time of year there is always the option of going cross country skiing.
Caroline is back and so is the snow
Caroline is back with the first report from the 3 Vallées where the season is about to begin. Conditions are looking excellent for the opening weekend with over 1m of snow and bright sunshine.
Fohn winds, comedy and The Feeling
Spring has finally arrived in Meribel with fairly mixed results. We have had some lovely sunny weather but for the latter part of the week we have been suffering under a Fohn wind which has kept the temperatures high and the winds higher.
Caroline says goodbye at the end of the best season for a generation
It has been one of the best seasons for a generation here in Meribel with huge amounts of snow falling right up to the end. The sun is now out and the pistes are incredibly quite. The perfect end to a perfect season.
Lots more snow on this week's forecast too..
Temperatures are set to stay chilly all week this week, so don't forget to layer up!
Some of the thrills and spills from this years Andros Trophy
Rally Cars Take on Val Thorens at This Years Andros Trophy
Take a look at how some of the action at this years Andros Trophy went down.. Plenty of sideways actions and wheels falling off..
Season 1 Episode 1 of his new series in France
Ray Mears in the Vanoise National Park
Outdoorsman Ray Mears explores some of France's most beautiful regions and its wildlife. He begins in the Vanoise National Park in the high Alps.
2017 Ski Tests with the Ski Club
Ski Tests - Women's All Mountain Skis
Lynn Sharp Mill is a ski instructor based in Val d'Isere.
2017 Ski Tests with the Ski Club
Ski Tests - Women's Freeride Skis
Lynn Sharp Mill is a ski instructor based in Val d'Isere.
Lots more snow on the forecast next Tuesday
Snow clouds have returned to Val Thorens
It's quite cloudy today in Val Thorens and there's been a few cm of fresh snow.
Great powder skiing this week
Snow depths in Val Thorens are now really great although with all the fresh snow the avalanche risk has increased to 3/5.
A quick snippet of the slopes at Val Thorens this weekend!
Some Early Season Skiing at Val Thorens
Blue skies, sunshine, lovely snow, great friends and stunning views...
Is there snow on next week's forecast?
It's been a warm week this week, and all that new snow we had last week seems to have melted already, however the piste teams have been moving snow around to keep everything in good shape.
Take a look at our favourite video for this week..
The Sun Came Out For This Holiday Edit in Val Thorens
If you want to share your videos or photos with us of your time in Val Thorens get social - here's how!
Say goodbye to the old Aiguille Fruit chair lift in Courchevel
This is The End of The Aiguille Fruit Chair in Courchevel
Take one last look at the cranky old 3 man Aiguille Fruit chair lift.. it won't look like this any more, as it's being replaced by a 6 seater, faster chair. Read more about What's new in the 3 Valleys this winter.
Our picks of this week's videos from Val Thorens
This Weeks Best Holiday Video From Val Thorens
Take a look at our favourite video from this week in Val Thorens.. enjoy!
Video of the week from Val Thorens..
This Weeks Pick of The Videos From Val Thorens
Our pick of this week's videos is from the Sheffield Varsity crew.. enjoy!
Caroline returns to a winter wonderland
Three Valleys Video Report
Caroline is back and so is the snow. There's been a huge dump of snow over the last week that has put down over half a meter in Meribel town and over two metres at the top of the Sauliere.
See Autumn changing to winter in Val Thorens
Timelapse of The Snow Arriving at Val Thorens
If you were in any doubt that winter's on its way, take a look at this video made up of 3500 HD images from last week.. Thanks to pistehors for sharing!
Lot and lots and lots of snow!
Tonnes of snow in Val Thorens this week
Around 80cm snow fell yesterday with another 40cm overnight. It's been pretty windy here with lots of wind closures.
The countdown begins to the winter season 2015/16 in Val Thorens
Val Thorens Teaser for Winter 2015/16
If you are having doubts about booking your ski holiday then take a look at this and remember how much we love skiing and the snow!
Tobogganing in the 3 Valleys
If you're looking for something a bit different to do during your ski holiday in Val Thorens, why not try a bit of tobogganing?
From Creux Noirs, Courchevel
Ski staff occupy luxury chalet, Les Menuires 7 video blog#1
When the snow melts, it's time to go water skiing in Val Thorens
These guys know how to make the most of the end of the season melt, they hit the Lac du Lou for a bit of a BBQ, a few beers and some water skiing!
A perfect day in the Three Valleys
If you like deep snow, long descents, blue skies, skiing and Val Thorens, to be perfectly honest, you simply must check out this great video by Val Thorens United!
A park session from last winter 'A la Francaise' episode 3
If you're already thinking ahead to this winter, and we know lots of you are.. then you've only got until the lifts open again on the 22nd November to get back on your skis or board.. happy days! Film maker Yves Thollon and his crew were...
Have you picked out your next ski destination?
Why not try Val Thorens...
Practice evacuation of the Cime Caron cable car, 65m above the ground
Want to know what it's like to be winched down 65 metres from the Cime Caron cable car?
What's the 1st rule of Fight Ski Club?
Olympic ski champion Jean Fred Chapuis reveals his training secrets in the first of a new video series made in Val Thorens - find out how you can join the Fight Ski Club...
New pylons being helicoptered in for the Plan de l'Eau lift
Have a look at the new pylons going in for the new Plan de l'Eau lift.. it's amazing how quickly they can move parts this by by helicopter!
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