Val Thorens - restaurants, apres-ski and nightlife

Mountain restaurants

Chalet des 2 Lacs at the top of the 2 Lacs chair is a good spot for lunch for a mixed-level ski group, as a green run leads from here back to the centre of town. There is a great sun deck, and the portions are generous.

If the wind is whistling through the mountains and vin chaud is in order, head to Chalet Le Caribou just near the top of the Moraine chair.

New this year is the dual concept ‘Club Open Air’ at 2400m, comprising the Folie Douce and La Fruitière. Until 3.30 pm, organic local produce will be served. After that, it’s time to mountain party…!

Restaurants in town

For pub grub, head to The Frog. For good French food, head to La Face Ouest. Chef Jean Sulpice at Mio Bar has an excellent reputation. Go all out, or try the €48 La Lauze menu (with dishes such as poached sea bass with Thai basil or rack of lamb with artichoke) or the €30 lunch menu.

A buzz surrounds La Bouitte, a restaurant with an excellent reputation, down the valley in St Marcel (above Saint Martin). It has two Michelin stars and is the place for a very special occasion.

Après-ski and nightlife

Val Thorens is a lively resort and a good place to party once the lifts stop for the evening. The Frog is Brit-central and is the highest pub in Europe. Expect dancing on the tables and football on TV. 

FestiValThoPhoto: L. Brochot