PAID CONTENT FOR LES 3 VALLÉES
PAID CONTENT FOR LES 3 VALLÉES
Les 3 Vallées FRENCH ALPS, FRANCE
Les 3 Vallées, the world’s largest ski area, takes on a gentler rhythm in summer — one defined not by speed, but by movement, connection and discovery. As the snow recedes, a vast network of trails emerges, inviting travellers to explore the mountains at their own pace, on foot or by electric mountain bike, without ever leaving altitude. Rather than chasing a single summit or
viewpoint, itinerant travel offers a more immersive way to experience the landscape. Paths wind across Alpine meadows, along ridgelines and through high mountain passes, linking valley to valley in a journey that unfolds gradually. With every step or turn of the wheel, the scenery shifts, horizons open and the atmosphere evolves, creating a sense of progression through the mountains. Moments along the way define the experience: a
night spent in a remote mountain refuge, a sunrise crossing over a high pass or a long descent into an entirely new valley. From traditional hamlets to untouched high-altitude terrain, the region offers a rare sense of continuity — the feeling that there’s always another path to follow, another horizon
just beyond reach. Despite its scale, exploring Les 3 Vallées is remarkably accessible. An extensive network of lifts operates throughout the summer months, allowing visitors to gain elevation effortlessly and begin their journey high in the mountains. From there, routes of all kinds unfold: gentle walks through flower-filled pastures, scenic circuits around alpine lakes and more demanding itineraries for experienced hikers. With more than 115 marked trails, the region
caters to every level of ability. Electric mountain bikes further expand the possibilities, making it easy to cover longer distances while maintaining a relaxed, enjoyable pace. Beyond the trails, the culture of the Alps comes
into focus. Local cuisine celebrates the richness of the region, from Savoyard cheeses to seasonal produce, while quieter valleys reveal traditional architecture, grazing livestock and enduring pastoral rhythms. In Les 3 Vallées, summer is an invitation to
slow down and experience the mountains as a playground where each journey flows into the next.
DON’T MISS Take one of the summer lifts up to a panoramic ridgeline in Les 3 Vallées, then follow a trail or e-MTB route into the next valley
THIS IS PAID CONTENT. IT DOES NOT NECESSARILY REFLECT THE VIEWS OF NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC, NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC TRAVELLER (UK) OR THEIR EDITORIAL STAFFS.
Need to know
KEY FEATURES • Mountain refuges (Refuge du Grand Plan, Refuge du Saut)
• Luxury & boutique accommodation (L’Écrin Blanc, La Bouitte)
• Alpine wellness centres & spas • Summer lift network
KEY ACTIVITIES • Hiking & multi-day trekking • Mountain biking & road cycling • Paragliding & via ferrata • Golf • Aquamotion wellness experience • La Belle Vie spa experience • Thermal spa treatments • Alpine relaxation & treatments
GET IN TOUCH •
les3vallees.com/en/experiences/ category/summer
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charpentier@les3vallees.com •
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