Situated at a height of 2,300m above sea level Val Thorens is the highest of all the ski resorts in the French Alps. It is located in the impressive Three Valleys close to Meribel and Courchevel in the heart of the Massif Vanoise. It is said that Val Thorens is the only ski resort in the French Alps able to guarantee snow at Christmas and Easter, making it very popular with skiers looking to buy French property for seasonal vacations in the area.
Val Thorens is a purpose built ski resort. Highly commercialised, it sits between several mountain peaks on a gentle slope that is devoid of trees. This exposed location makes the resort prone to high winds and to receiving the worst of any blizzards that blow in. Meribel and Courchevel are more protected and so offer less severe conditions when the weather is inclement.
Val Thorens property is comprised chiefly of hotels and apartment blocks several stories high. The architecture is pleasant, and the exteriors of Val Thorens property are co-ordinated in terms of structure and colour to give the resort a smart appearance. In the upper reaches of the resort are more traditional chalets of authentic wood construction. French property available for sale in the resort is extremely limited, but prices are reasonable. A two-room apartment with a south-westerly aspect can be acquired for around 110,000 euros. If you're looking for a villa in France in Val Thorens, you will find better availability in neighbouring Meribel and Courchevel.
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