Everything you need to plan a holiday in Valmeinier 1500: skiing, hiking, insider tips and resort life.
Everything you need to know about chalet rental in Valmeinier 1500: hamlets, best seasons, budget, facilities and insider tips for your Savoie ski holiday.
10 June 2026
Alpine skiing, cross-country trails, snowshoeing, sledging and snowpark fun: discover every winter activity in Valmeinier and the Galibier-Thabor ski area.
28 May 2026
Discover the Galibier-Thabor ski area linking Valmeinier and Valloire: 160 km of pistes, 90 runs, a snowpark and 3,000 m summits above the Maurienne valley.
15 May 2026
Summer in Valmeinier: hiking for all levels, mountain biking, the legendary Col du Galibier and high-altitude lakes. Your guide to a quiet French Alps break.
20 April 2026
Our trusted ski hire shop in Valmeinier 1500: Jacky Sport (Sport 2000), at the foot of the slopes. Expert advice on hiring skis, snowboards and ski boots.
5 April 2026
Valmeinier's free ski bus links 1500, la Torrélière and 1800. How the shuttle works, where it stops, and our tips for a car-free ski holiday in Savoie.
22 March 2026
Authentic Savoyard village or ski-in ski-out resort? Our honest comparison of Valmeinier 1500 and 1800 helps you decide where to stay in the French Alps.
8 March 2026
Valmeinier is a family-friendly ski resort in the French Alps: gentle beginner areas, sledging, a sane budget and a cosy chalet. Our tips for a great week.
18 February 2026
Discover la Torrélière, the peaceful hamlet of Valmeinier 1500 where Chalet Cristal is nestled: its history, its atmosphere and an ideal, quiet location.
2 February 2026
Everything you need to know about Galibier-Thabor lift passes (Valmeinier / Valloire): where to buy, how to save money and the 2026-2027 opening dates.
15 January 2026