A modern resort built in larch forest above Modane in the Maurienne, Valfréjus climbs to the panoramic Punta Bagna at 2737 m. Sheltered tree runs and snowy heights make a winning combination.
Run counts and piste kilometres are indicative. Green runs only exist in France, Spain and Andorra; Italy, Austria and Switzerland start at blue. Indicative average snow depth near the top of the resort, in cm.
A handful of well-rated hotels in and around the resort. Pick one, then compare live prices across Booking, Expedia and Hotels.com.
Great · 1.1k reviews
Moments from the lifts in Valfréjus, so you can ski back to the door and skip the morning queues.
Guests rate this hotel as great (4.2/5 from 1,118 reviews). It sits about 300 m from the slopes. A budget-friendly option for Valfréjus, with live nightly rates shown for your exact dates so you always see the best price.
Very good · 248 reviews
Moments from the lifts in Valfréjus, so you can ski back to the door and skip the morning queues.
Very good · 97 reviews
Strong value for Valfréjus, with a high guest rating that punches above its nightly price.
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Valfréjus is a compact, slope-side resort in the forest above Modane, with most apartments and hotels right on the snow-front.
Valfréjus is a compact, purpose-built resort tucked into thick larch forest above Modane, with lifts that climb from a sheltered 1550 m base to the panoramic Punta Bagna at 2737 m. The tree-lined lower runs are a boon in bad weather, while the top opens onto wide, snow-sure slopes and long views toward Italy and the Écrins. Quiet and good value, it is a no-fuss choice for families and intermediates who want decent vertical without the crowds.
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Valfréjus offers 65 km of pistes across 10 lifts, from 1,550 m to 2,737 m. Whether it suits beginners depends on the dedicated learner zones at the base of the slopes, so check the local ski-school options for green and blue run access.
The season runs from Dec 14 to Apr 14, with a snow score of 80/100. The best conditions are usually from late January through February, while spring skiing in March and April brings longer days and softer afternoons.
Valfréjus is a compact, slope-side resort in the forest above Modane, with most apartments and hotels right on the snow-front.
Valfréjus has 65 km of marked pistes served by 10 lifts, between 1,550 m and 2,737 m of altitude.
Valfréjus counts about 35 marked runs in total. The colour breakdown above shows how they split by difficulty, a good guide to whether the resort fits your level.
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