The Haute Maurienne Vanoise ski area: ski high, ski far, in an untouched mountain

Haute Maurienne Vanoise is not a domain that seeks comparison. Here, skiing takes place in the heart of the high mountains, in an open, mineral, almost raw environment, where the vastness quickly dominates. You ski far from the crowds, in a wide, preserved valley where the mountain sets its own pace and silence. It’s authentic, straightforward skiing, deeply connected to the natural contours of the terrain.

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Panorama enneigé en Haute Maurienne Vanoise

A high-altitude domain shaped by geography

The Haute Maurienne Vanoise ski area encompasses several sectors ranging from around 1,300 to over 3,000 meters in altitude, offering approximately 350 km of runs. Its naturally high elevation plays a key role in snow quality and longevity throughout the season. Here, the terrain doesn’t cheat: the runs follow the mountain, slopes open widely, and the layout remains easy to read. You ski in open space, with a genuine sense of breathing room, rarely disturbed by crowding or congestion.

What makes skiing in Haute Maurienne Vanoise unique

Altitude that preserves the snow
Haute Maurienne is one of the highest valleys in the Alps. This ensures cold, consistent snow, often of excellent quality even when conditions elsewhere become tricky. Skiing here is reliable and unadorned.

High-mountain skiing, open and panoramic
Runs traverse large, open slopes with commanding views of the Vanoise peaks. The gaze carries far, the skiing is set in an expansive landscape, and each descent delivers a true sense of space.

Varied terrain without uniformity
Haute Maurienne is not a smoothed-out domain. It offers a diverse palette of terrain, from accessible slopes to steeper challenges, while maintaining a natural mountain logic throughout. The character of the skiing changes from one sector to another, without ever losing its thread.

Skiing Haute Maurienne Vanoise your way

Learn and progress in real mountain conditions
Accessible areas allow skiers to develop on wide, readable runs in an authentic environment. Here, you learn to ski with the terrain, not against it.

Smooth skiing, long and uncrowded
For intermediate skiers, Haute Maurienne is perfect for linking descents, varying exposures, and enjoying continuous skiing without pressure or bottlenecks. The pleasure comes from consistency and freedom of movement.

Engaged skiing with terrain reading
Advanced skiers will find more challenging slopes where attention and precision are required. Nothing flashy, but a more committed style of skiing, playing with the relief and the length of the runs.

When skiing takes on a wilder dimension

Without leaving the slopes, Haute Maurienne Vanoise offers a different skiing experience:

Large, high-altitude sectors where snow quality is often excellent and space dominates
Long, natural runs that follow the slope without forcing it
Complementary areas that allow you to vary the skiing atmosphere day after day, without changing valleys

Here, it is the mountain itself that sets the pace. Some playful zones exist in certain areas, but the rhythm comes primarily from the terrain, altitude, and mountain itself.

Haute Maurienne Vanoise: who is it for?

This domain is ideal for those who:

seek natural, high-altitude skiing away from the crowds
appreciate cold, consistent snow
enjoy skiing in open, panoramic spaces
value authenticity and reading the terrain over sheer scale

This is not a staged resort. It’s a domain where skiing returns to its original essence—simple, demanding, and deeply rewarding.

Chapelle enneigée dans la vallée de Haute Maurienne

Find activities that suit you

Sledding slopes

A winter sports holiday... is never complete without a sled!
Snowshoeing excursion offered with ESF

Free snowshoeing excursion – Breathe, walk, enjoy.
Enjoy a unique and complimentary experience: a snowshoeing excursion led by an ESF instructor to discover the mountains in a different way, in complete tranquility.
Ski touring

Explore the snowy landscapes on a ski tour, alone or with a guide, for an authentic experience discovering the local environment.
Laser biathlon

Laser biathlon, a fun and accessible activity for everyone, offered during your stay! Combine physical effort and precision in a fun and safe version of the famous Olympic sport.
Ice climbing

Experience the vertical with ice climbing! Guided by an expert, climb into the heart of frozen waterfalls for an unforgettable adventure in the great outdoors.
Discovery walk of the resort

Follow our Anim'MMV for a friendly stroll to discover the resort! A fun outing to find the best spots and discover the local environment.
Paragliding

Take flight for an unforgettable experience! Paragliding, soar above the mountain peaks and let yourself be carried by the air. A smooth flight… or a thrilling one, depending on your desires. Magical, aerial, timeless.
Yooner

Looking for a different kind of snow sport? Try the Yooner! This fun contraption, a cross between a sled and skis, promises incredibly playful descents, skimming the snow. Easy to learn, fun from the very first slope… guaranteed laughs on every turn!