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Val Thorens
Outgoing invite you to experience the highest ski resort in Europe! At 7,546 feet, Val Thorens is designed for the young, active and energetic! Besides some of the best winter skiing offered anywhere, the traffic-free resort itself cradles a lively apres ski scene which is more 'nu-rave' than 'oom-pah'! Outgoing have been taking groups to Val Thorens for a decade now - we know the resort well and know it works well for uni ski and snowboard groups of all abilities, especielly those who enjoy a healthy mix of good snow and banging nightlife
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Working with Outgoing could not be easier. We understand that no two clubs are the same; we listen to what you want and come back to you with a package that will go well beyond the realms of the traditional University ski holiday. Our focus is on providing a tailored, unique holiday that is amazing value for money and has a mix of great snow, quality entertainment and student friendly accommodation.
Outgoing has a large team with years of experience in all of the French and Austrian resorts. We pride ourselves on going the extra mile to make your tour the best it can possibly be. We would love to hear from you and your club so hit the enquiry button and we will be in touch to set up a meeting with you as soon as possible.
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Must SkiCime de CaronFamed for the highest lift in the Trois Vall'es, this run rises to a whopping 3,200m. The lofty cable car is a magnet for expert and adventurous intermediate skiers. The bulk of the steep terrain can be found here. |
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Must DoEurope's Largest Toboggan RunA few years ago the local authorities decided they wanted a nice long toboggan run. In fact they decided they wanted a really long one and kept on developing it until it ran to 6km (3.7 miles), the longest in Europe! |
Good For
- Ski Beginners
- 4*
- Ski Intermediate
- 5*
- Ski Advanced
- 4*
- Snowboarding
- 5*
- Apres Ski
- 4*
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Resort Info
- Resort Height
2300m - Longest Run
2 miles (3km) - Average Snowfall
10 metres - KM of Piste
87 miles (140km) - Total Lifts
47 - Terrain Park
Yes - Types of Runs:
Black runs: 12%, Red runs: 44%, Green runs: 44%
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Skiing & BoardingAlthough it is linked to the wider Trois Vallées area, the resort is surrounded by slopes where you will be hard pushed to exhaust the skiing possibilities. The terrain in the Belleville Valley (which roughly includes Val Thorens, Les Menuires and St Martin) is fantastic. Despite being north facing, the resort's altitude ensures it gets good sunshine with little over-shadowing it. |
BeginnerScattered around the resort are several gentle greens and, once these are mastered, beginners can easily start on the blues, many of which end up in the neighbouring resort of Les Menuires. The most suitable areas in 1850 are the top of Verdons or Jardin Alpin Gondolas. The area at the top of Verdons is extremely wide and gentle. |
IntermediateWith access to Trois Vallees, Val Thorens is a great choice of resort for intermediates. It offers such a variety of skiing & boarding, from the easier cruising runs to some which are more challenging but still within the scope of intermediates.
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Adjacent to 1850 are the Loze and Chenus sectors which not only have great views but also some great runs. Above 1850 Les Pyramides and Grande Bosses are both blues which are easy cruising runs for emerging intermediates whilst Combe de Saulire and Creux are a little more challenging. Val Thorens also provides that next step of slightly more challenging intermediate slopes. There is a choice of some more difficult red runs which have wide, quiet pistes making them ideal for the more adventurous intermediate. Close |
AdvancedAs well as the wide cruising skiing there is some very challenging skiing for advanced skiers in Val Thorens itself, not to mention the Three Valleys. Les Couloirs de La Saulire is a challenging piste with a clean underwear-threatening incline of 62 degrees. It is only the large coulior that is the official piste and do not attempt to ski the ridge leading to it if it has been closed.
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Here’s some Outgoing picks of the best pistes for those who really know what they’re doing. Jockey: this run also starts in Val Thorens at La Loze and ends in . The run is north facing through the trees. It and usually nice and quiet. La Chanrossa: this run drops down from the top of Chanrossa which is above Val Thorens 1650. It changes direction half way down. La M: this piste is at the summit of Verdons and is steep and varied. The snow can vary from mogul fields to ice so be warned. L'Epaule De La Vizelle: this run also starts at the summit of Verdons but unlike M is never groomed and so provides a greater degree of difficulty for the most advanced skier. Close |
Freestyle & SnowboardingHigh-mountain hangout and crossroads of the freestyle universe – this is how the Trois Vallees regards itself…and it isn’t an inaccurate description… |
GlacierGiven the high altitude of Val Thorens and the Glacier de Péclet the resort is often regarded as "snow sure". With the winter season lasting into early May and summer skiing on the glacier. The highest skiable peaks are Pointe du Bouchet (3220m) and Cime de Caron (3200m), where you can find one of the biggest cable cars in the world with its capacity of 150 passengers.
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Many of its slopes face north and north-west, providing for good snow conditions. This means that the slopes are not as sunny, so the resort tends to attract a crowd more interested in skiing than "terracing." However, the resort itself faces south, so you can really enjoy sitting outside in the sunshine when you have finished for the day! Close |
Apres SkiThe highest resort in France is not the prettiest – but the nightlife will more than make up for it. With Outgoings’ attention to detail approach when it comes to the après ski element of your group holiday, you’re guaranteed to get the most from this resort of superlatives – from organized bar crawls with free shots to enjoying a sky high craik with Guinness in the highest Irish pub in the world; Val Thorens awaits! Our Favourite Bars and Nightclubs:
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BaramixDon’t let the small upper interior deceive you! As you walk into the bar you find yourself surrounded by a luxurious wood décor before heading down the treacherous stairs to find an open dance floor fitted with a stripper pole! Downstairs you will find ostentatious bar staff pouring drinks in your mouth and using the gas canisters as air canons! SaloonSaloon is home to the beautiful bar staff that happily over-pour your drinks to make you smile (and tip). With access down to Down Under and a large open dance floor with two bars you will never go a minute without a drink in your hand and starring around for the next possibility! Down UnderDown Under is the extension of Saloon but is a whole bar in itself. With its experienced seasonnaire bar staff, pool table, table football table and ski and football memorabilia, you'll find yourself moving to the beats as they pump from every angle. La Germain
Under new management from the infamous Jonathan, who also runs Baramix, you will find yourself watching the fire burn before you blow it out and down your drink. With three floors and three bars and a large terrace to cool down the hot and steamy La Germain is a must. Moo BarLocated lower down in the town in the Temples du Soleil residence, Moo Bar has a quirky, motorbike hanging, shed looking interior. Here you can drink into the night with tables to stand on before rolling back down the stairs into the comfort of your own (or someone elses) bed! SummitVal Thorens greatest club boasts a night to remember. With the likes of Jakwob having starred there, the cheap drinks and free Fisherman’s Friend shots allow you to easily lose yourself in its powerful bass lines and tech beats. If that’s not enough, the jugs of Long Island Iced Tea certainly hit the spot! MalaysiaThe largest club in the Alps stretches to an enormous 1,800-person capacity where you can indulge yourselves in the Vodka Pommes and French ‘talent’. With the endless bars, VIP area, and live bands playing your favorite songs, what’s not to love about the student atmosphere in here?!
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Bespoke Apres & Events |
DJ's & BandsOne of the things that we do really well is throw a party in the mountains (Snowbombing is one of Outgoing's flagship events). We have the relationships and contacts with many major acts and agencies and have a whole host of DJ's signed exclusively to Outgoing events in the Alps throughout the 2011/12 season. So whether it is a live band, DJ or club night your group are after - we have no problem helping to arrange this as either an extra element to your holiday (resort and numbers dependant) or as a promotional night in your city. |
Valley RallyThe Valley Rally is no doubt a student ski institution, one of the best days of your tour and one of the funniest days on the slopes for your group. Outgoing has run countless of them over the years - so be prepared for lots of stupidity, debauchery and a range of ridiculous challenges at the checkpoints all around the mountain! Fancy dress essential... |
Meal on the MountainOne of the highlights of every group ski holiday, the ‘Meal on the Mountain’ it's one the best opportunities to get your whole group together for one HUGE party and a whole lot of ‘Fromage’... Head to 360 bar for 4pm for some aprés and then we take over the Chalet du Thorens for a typically French meat fondue, with a typically student attitude – table dance anyone? We then head down back in to the village via a torch-lit descent and carry on the party! |
Group Race DayFor some universities racing is a very important aspect, while for others it is more about having a laugh... Whatever your motivations Outgoing can organise this for you... It will always be with run professionally with experienced staff (traditionally we do this in conjunction with the resort ski school & Club de Sport).
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Your Group PackageOutgoing go further to ensure that every aspect of your trip is carefully planned & organised. We meet every committee in person to gain a comprehensive understanding of what you & your group require - we will then come back to you with a comprehensive proposal with a number of resorts and packages that suit your needs. Outlined below is some of the standard package information... |
Self Catering PackageOutgoing Ski have been successfully providing self catering ski and board holidays since all-in-ones and fluro ski clothing were cool first time around! We specialise in taking large student groups away with us, and the flexibility of self catering has made it one of our most favoured holiday options.
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All Inclusive PackageFind everything you have in the self catering package, breakfast, hot or packed lunch, 4 course buffet evening meals, your own discounted bar, high quality ski hire, tuition of guiding for any level, and an extra half day lift pass.
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Easily the best value for money group experience available:
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Coach TravelOutgoing provide coach pickups directly from your university! From the UK coaches will typically take around 18-20 hours. All coaches are fitted with DVD players, toilets, reclining seats and air conditioning as standard for your comfort, and are a great chance for everyone to get to know each other on the way out!
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Staff and RepsWe have a large team of in house staff with backgrounds that include Event Management, Travel, Logistics, Production, Marketing, Sponsorship, and Branding. We also understand that Reps (& event managers) are one of the key factors to the success of your trip and for that reason we invest heavily in training.
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Group PromotionWe take over 50,000 students away every year - and as a result we are experts in student marketing. We can help you build on what you are doing to market your trip and integrate a number of our sales and promo techniques to help market your trip and achieve your groups goals.
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Booking SystemOutgoing has an advanced group booking system that makes it incredibly easy for the committee and members booking on.
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TuitionOur tuition option offers lessons for all standards from the complete beginner to the more advanced. We have contracts with the Ecole du Ski Francais (ESF) - all instructors are uber friendly, and all speak English. Pre booking lessons is essential as it will offer a big saving on the in resort price. |
Equipment HireOutgoing work with Ski Set, the number 1 independent French and Austrian mountain sport shop. We can therefore offer a wide choice of quality equipment with a large saving on the usual in-resort hire prices. We also benefit from a wide choice of shop locations, enabling us to choose the shop most convenient for your accommodation. |
Winter Sports InsuranceIt is essential that all passengers travelling with Outgoing have appropriate winter insurance cover. Outgoing can provide a great value and comprehensive insurance policy. The policy is underwritten by Accident & General and provides an excellent 24 hour service via Europ Assistance. It's really better to be safe than sorry! |
MerchandiseRoll up Roll up! Get your mits on the steezy trip stash available on offer. From Hoodies & Tees to 'hot off the printers' custom beanies. Go through to the booking page and add on your trip essentials to show you are part of the crowd. |
Meal OptionsWhy not eat out once... twice... or the whole week?! Meal options are available at discounted prices allowing you to eat as a whole group, and you don't have to do the washing up...!
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FlightsOutgoing are unique in offering flights home. Don't really fancy the coach journey back? Then jump on board and get home in style, it may not cost as much as you think! Available at selected resorts. |
