February skiing is fantastic in the French Alps. The snow cover is well-established, the cold has arrived and is meant to stay, and the days are getting longer. Snow conditions are good even at lower altitudes. You really can’t go wrong if you book a skiing holiday in the middle of winter.
Being very snow-sure, February is the perfect month to hit the slopes for keen skiers and boarders. If you’re planning on taking only friends or a partner with you, you may want to book early in the month, before the British school holidays, so the runs are a little less crowded. If you’re going as a family, a half-term skiing holiday is the best option. Sure, the lifts will likely have some queues, but your kids will have the time of their lives, making new friends on and off the snow.
Now that you know when is best to book for, it’s time to research the resorts. We have put together a list of the finest ski resorts for February skiing in the French Alps.
Top tip: most ski areas are accessible from more than one valley or village. Choose your favourite resort first, and then choose the village you prefer among the numerous options.
Towns: La Folie Douce, Reberty, La Tania, Meribel, Le Menuires
Ski runs: 339
Snow parks: 1
Km of pistes: 660km
Nearby resorts: Méribel, Courchevel, Val Thorens, Le Menuires
The Three Valleys is the largest ski playground in the world. With its 660km of pistes, it’s the perfect place for beginner and intermediate skiers. The ski resort is also family-friendly, so it’s the ideal destination if you’re planning to take your little ones with you. Turn your holiday into a fairy tale by booking one of our stunning and spacious chalets in the heart of The Three Valleys.
Towns: Bourg-Saint-Maurice, Les Arcs villages, Pesei-Vallandry, Villaroger, Peisey Nancroix
Ski runs: 123
Snow parks: 3
Km of pistes: 450km
Nearby resorts: La Plagne
If you’re looking for a large resort where the grown-ups can have fun at night, look no further than Les Arcs. Located near the Vanoise National Park, the resort offers a huge variety of activities to enjoy, including helicopter sight-seeing. During the day, enjoy the 450km of fantastic slopes, suitable for both beginner and intermediate skiers. At night, visit the many disco huts and experience the infamous La Folie Douce outdoor clubbing. Looking for a place to stay? Chalet Eagle’s Nest in Peisey Nancroix won’t disappoint.
Town: Saint-Martin-de-Belleville
Ski runs: 78
Snow parks: 1
Km of pistes: 150km
Nearby resorts: Orelle, Méribel, Courchevel, Le Menuires, The Three Valleys
Val Thorens is the highest resort in Europe, sitting at 2,300m, at the top of The Three Valleys skiing area. The unrivaled snow conditions aren’t the only attraction, though. There’s a wealth of activities to do for families, such as twin zip-lining, dog-sledding, ice-falling, and child-friendly spas. Don’t worry, though - there’s plenty to do for adults too. Val Thorens is famous for its excellent parties. Don’t know where to stay? Why not book our extra-cozy Chalet Antony which is just a lift and a ski from Val Thorens?
Town: Montvalezan
Ski runs: 77
Snow parks: 4
Km of pistes: 150km
Nearby resorts: La Thuile (Espace San Barnardo) and Les Eucherts
La Rosiere is a sunny and peaceful ski location featuring gorgeous Alpine scenery and quaint villages. The resort is kid-friendly, often organising snowman-making competitions and offering countless winter activities. If you fancy a delicious Italian lunch, just jump on the ski lift to La Thuile for the day. For accommodation, we recommend our quiet chalets in La Rosiere, nestled among the local woods.
Towns: Morzine, Avoriaz, Chatel, Les Gets, Morgins, Les Crosets, Champerey, Torgon, La Chapelle d’Abondance and Saint Jean D’Aulps
Ski runs: 300
Snow parks: 10
Km of pistes: 650km
Nearby resorts: Les Gets
Portes Du Soleil is a vast ski resort that stretches 650km across France and Switzerland. While there’s plenty to do for families, Portes Du Soleil also offers night skiing, live bands, and evening entertainment. Whoever you go on holiday with, you are guaranteed to have a great time. There’s no better accommodation to stay at than a traditional chalet, complete with modern comforts. Check out our fantastic Chalet Chelmer in Morzine.
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