Les 3 Vallées, Alpine ski area in Savoie, France
Les 3 Vallées is a ski area in the French Alps that extends across several connected resorts linked by a network of lifts. The terrain lies in Savoie and offers runs of all difficulty levels served by a system of cable cars and chairlifts.
The first lifts were built in the early 20th century in the valleys of Savoie, when mountain villages began opening their slopes to winter sports. Over the following decades, more connections between the resorts were created until the current linked area took shape.
The name refers to three neighboring valleys linked by runs and lifts that create a single connected territory. Ski schools and mountain lodges shape the appearance of the villages, where athletes from many countries meet during the winter season.
Snow and weather conditions can change quickly, so it is wise to check forecasts before heading out and bring appropriate clothing. Most runs are open from December through April, though snow cover and temperatures vary from year to year.
The area allows visitors to cross several resorts and valleys in a single day without removing skis or taking a bus. Some routes pass through wooded sections in the lower parts, while others traverse open glacier terrain higher up.
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