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Family friendly ski resorts

We’ve chosen all our resorts with families in mind, and the below certainly isn't a definitive list of family-friendly ski destinations. Resorts labelled Famille Plus, like most of these below, have earned recognition from the French Ministry of Tourism for improving resort services and facilities for families.

La Rosière has well-suited terrain, some fun themed slopes and well-designed village base, plus family-friendly après from ice hockey matches to piste basher garage visits. Sainte Foy’s funnel shaped ski area means that all slopes return to the family-friendly resort centre. The resorts ‘nature ski’ areas are designed for children and adults to learn about skiing in nature and the animals that inhabit the mountains. Val Cenis lays claim to Europe’s longest green run, this 10km slope is great for children to build their confidence.

Tignes 1800 has a brilliant beginners’ area and the ski area has some well-marked safe areas to progress on to. Les Gets is perennially popular with families, from its friendly village to its dedicated sledging slopes and mini-boardercross area. Les Saisies has magical elf-themed play areas and slopes as well as a mountain coaster for après with added adrenaline!

In Le Grand Bornand, as well as plenty of family friendly slopes, children can try their hands at building a real igloo! For families with slightly older children, we love Montgenèvre. It's a safe size and easy to navigate. The Gondrans sector has a choice of blue and red runs including a snow park, that allow teens a bit of independence and there's a handy café to meet up in where the runs finish. Valmorel’s car-free, compact village centre, along with its convenient, easily accessible slopes, and great value skiing, explain why it has previously won Best Family Ski Resort at the World Snow Awards.

Pralognan-la-Vanoise is for those families who like a more traditional feel resort but still with plenty of activities on offer such as igloo building. Le Corbier is a completely pedestrianised resort nestled in the Maurienne Valley. Flaine is the largest resort in the Grand Massif and ideal for those families looking for a bit more hustle and bustle.

Discover these below, or read our Family ski holidays guide (from our own experience!).

La Rosière

Tarentaise

La Rosière

  • Sunny south-facing resort with beautiful views along the Tarentaise Valley
  • Access to 198km Franco-Italian ski area including La Thuile
  • Excellent beginner slopes and family-friendly ski areas throughout resort
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Sainte Foy

Tarentaise

Sainte Foy

  • Quiet uncrowded slopes ideal for relaxed skiing and families
  • Excellent off-piste terrain with safe marked natural adventure routes
  • Ski-in/ski-out apartments with spa and wellness facilities
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Les Saisies

Mont Blanc & Chamonix Valley

Les Saisies

  • Panoramic Mont Blanc views from slopes and accommodation across resort
  • Historically reliable snow conditions supported by a natural microclimate
  • Excellent ski-in/ski-out accommodation options with spa facilities available
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Les Gets

Portes du Soleil

Les Gets

  • Direct access to Portes du Soleil ski area with 600km of pistes
  • Traditional village charm with a lively yet relaxed alpine atmosphere
  • Good selection of luxury apartments and spacious self-catered chalet accommodation
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Val Cenis

Maurienne Valley

Val Cenis

  • Excellent for beginners and intermediates with long scenic pistes
  • A real hidden gem with authentic charm and welcoming atmosphere
  • Wide range of apartments and a hotel, many with spa facilities
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Tignes 1800

Tarentaise

Tignes 1800

  • Ski-in/ski-out apartments beside Boisses gondola for effortless access
  • Quiet, modern village atmosphere away from main Tignes crowds
  • Boutique residences with spa facilities and high-quality interiors
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Montgenèvre

Oisans

Montgenèvre

  • Direct access to Milky Way ski area linking Italy and France
  • High altitude resort with reliable snow and frequent sunny days
  • Excellent ski-in/ski-out apartments and centrally located accommodation
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Le Grand Bornand

Aravis-Annecy Mountains

Le Grand Bornand

  • Beautiful traditional village setting with authentic Savoyard alpine atmosphere
  • High-quality apartments with spa facilities and spacious living areas
  • Great mix of slopes for beginners, intermediates and advanced skiers
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Valmorel

Tarentaise

Valmorel

  • Family-friendly ski resort with excellent facilities and relaxed atmosphere
  • Ski-in/ski-out accommodation across much of the resort
  • 165km ski area ideal for beginners and intermediate skiers
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Le Corbier

Maurienne Valley

Le Corbier

  • Extensive Les Sybelles ski area with 300km of varied slopes
  • Highly convenient ski-in/ski-out accommodation across most of resort
  • Family-friendly resort with childcare, beginner zones and safe layout
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Pralognan-la-Vanoise

Tarentaise

Pralognan-la-Vanoise

  • Authentic Alpine village setting with calm atmosphere and plenty of local character
  • Small, uncrowded ski area ideal for relaxed, stress-free skiing
  • Choice of ski-in/ski-out or quieter great-value apartment stays
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Flaine

Grand Massif

Flaine

  • High-altitude, snow-sure resort with one of the Alps’ best snow records
  • Extensive 265km Grand Massif ski area ideal for beginners and intermediates
  • Wide choice of modern ski-in/ski-out apartments and hotels close to slopes
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