Orelle

Nestled in the heart of the Maurienne Valley and bordering the Tarentaise Valley, Orelle is the secret gateway to Val Thorens and Les 3 Vallées. Its exceptional location gives ski lovers access to the largest ski area in the world in just few minutes thanks to the new Orelle and Orelle-Caron gondola lifts.

It is especially appreciated by our Italian clientele as it allows them to reach the snow in less than 2 hours from Turin. For all that, this pretty Savoyard ski resort, which counts just 5 inhabitants per square kilometre, has lost none of its charm and authenticity.

In these ten typical hamlets, scattered on the mountainside between 880m and 1,200m, time stands still... Here, all your senses come alive. Take the time to stroll through the narrow streets of the villages, admiring the pretty traditional houses with their slate roofs and flowerboxes, and stopping to chat with the locals you meet on your way. The calm atmosphere of these unspoilt villages and the beauty of their surroundings help you switch off completely. The only the sounds are those of the church clock, water trickling in the old wash house and cowbells.

SKIING FOR ALL BUDGETS

Ski holiday in Orelle are also a chance for a complete change of scenery at modest cost. The resort offers some very competitive prices.

From just 550€, you can enjoy a holiday for four in a Gîte de France (self-catering rental property). And that's not all...

Parking here is free, as are almost all the shows and activities. Choosing Orelle is the guarantee of a great holiday at unbeatable value for money!

ORELLE: SKI IN COMFORT

Once you arrive, you will soon realise that Orelle has no need to envy its neighbouring large resorts. The modernity of its lifts allows easy access to an outstanding ski area.

Thanks to the Orelle and Orelle-Caron gondolas, ultra-efficient skilifts, you will be able to reach the highest peaks of Les 3 Vallées ski area, such as the legendary Cime Caron (3,195 m), from the centre of the village in just few minutes! As for non-skiers, they can reach the centre of Val Thorens in just 40 minutes without setting foot on snow!

Orelle has thought of all the details that make your ski holiday simple and easy. Changing rooms and ski lockers are available at the foot of the lifts, where a family of 4 can leave their ski equipment overnight for just 12€.

AN EXCEPTIONAL SETTING

The 3 Vallées ski area is suitable for all levels of skiers, from beginners to experts!

Les 3 Vallées offers an exceptional ski playground, with 600km of slopes, 85% of which are above 1,800m for guaranteed snow throughout the winter season.

All you have to do is choose a skipass: whether you want a half day or the entire season, or a pass for a group, you’re a sure to find a skipass that suits you perfectly.

It’s the obvious choice: come and enjoy the wide open spaces and breath-taking panoramas.

Accommodation-wise, there’s something for everyone. Orelle offers a wide range of options, including a 3-star residence, a campsite, furnished apartments, and tourism chalets up to 3 stars. There are even unusual accommodations: a pod and a gypsy caravan, both located on the campsite. A unique experience that will delight kids and grown-ups alike.

This season, discover HOB Orelle, a new hybrid hotel located in Francoz near the Orelle cable car. Enjoy 17 connecting double rooms, 6 box rooms, and communal living spaces including a lounge, a bar, and a restaurant serving local products.

The resort's 2 restaurants offer a cuisine that reflects its character: simple and friendly.

For a lunch break on the slopes, opt for le Chalet Chinal Donat. This mountain restaurant, which can be reached by gondola lift or on skis, has a large sunny terrace and offers a breath-taking view of the surrounding peaks.

At le Hameau des Eaux d'Orelle restaurant, owner Christine offers you homely dinners in a cosy and welcoming setting. Here, you can enjoy traditional dishes and Savoyard specialities in a family atmosphere. In the summer, make yourself comfortable on the terrace and enjoy the panoramic view of the village.

Lovers of local produce should visit the Orelle Caron Brewery and taste local beers brewed with pure water from our mountains and organic Savoyard malt.

Whether you want to recharge your batteries or challenge yourself, Orelle offers a multitude of activities throughout the year: spa, snowshoeing, ski touring, cross-country, sledging, ice-skating, boardercross and geocaching, not to mention the highest zip wire in Europe!

This is an extraordinary experience of total freedom. For almost 2 minutes of pure pleasure, you will descend on a 1,300m flight through spectacular scenery from one of the highest points in Les 3 Vallées at 3,230m to the top of the Bouchet chairlift. It’s an adrenaline rush like no other!

That's it! You know almost everything about your favourite resort in Les 3 Vallées, but you would like to have more information about Orelle: its activities, events, shops, restaurants, accommodation providers, etc.

You can contact them and also book your stay in this resort directly. See you soon in Les 3 Vallées!