Val Thorens Claims the Title of “World’s Best Ski Resort” Yet Again
For the sixth consecutive year, the high‑altitude playground of Val Thorens has secured the coveted “World’s Best Ski Resort” award at the World Ski Awards. Those who vote—industry insiders and the general public alike—have given their seal of approval, confirming the village’s dominant spot on the alpine leaderboard.
Why Val Thorens Stands Out
- Altitude Advantage: Nestled at 2,300 meters, it’s the highest ski resort across Europe, guaranteeing snow‑sure terrain nearly year‑round.
- Innovative Experiences: This ski haven is not just about powder—last season it introduced a lightweight, motorized glider that lets guests glide through the skies for up to 20 minutes.
- Zipline Thrills: A new 65‑meter‑high zipline invites adrenaline junkies to zip across 1,600 meters of the valley floor, reaching speeds up to 75 km/h.
Other 2019 Award Winners
- Best Freestyle Resort: LAAX (Switzerland)
- Best Ski Hotel: W Verbier (Switzerland)
- Best New Ski Hotel: Le Massif (Italy)
- Best Green Ski Hotel: Valsana Hotel & Appartements (Switzerland)
- Best Ski Boutique Hotel: Ki Niseko (Japan)
- Best Ski Chalet: Chalet Les Anges, Zermatt (Switzerland)
- Best New Ski Chalet: Le Chalet Mont Blanc (France)
- Best Ski Resort Company: Bergbahn AG Kitzbühel (Austria)
- Best Indoor Ski Resort: Ski Dubai (UAE)
So whether you’re carving fresh tracks on the highest slopes or soaring above the peaks in a mechanical kite, Val Thorens remains the place where the snow never fails—and the adventure never ends.
