Lesser-known Orelle – which is often referred to as the fourth of the 3 Vallées – provides an affordable “back door” into the world’s largest ski area and Europe’s highest ski resort – Val Thorens.
Those choosing to ski in the Les 3 Vallées should note that the last lift of the day back to the Orelle ski area departs at 4pm.
Ski operator Sno reports that family ski holidays are six per cent more expensive this winter than in the 2023/24 season, with families choosing to spend more on snow-sure resorts at higher altitudes, at the expense of foregoing some creature comforts.
In the heart of the Maurienne Valley, conveniently located less than an hour’s transfer from Chambéry and Turin, and two hours from Lyon, lies the Orelle-Les 3 Vallées ski resort.
Ski trips are expensive – and they’re only getting more so, especially when you have a whole family to kit out with gear and ski passes.
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