{"id":65312,"date":"2026-04-29T11:30:40","date_gmt":"2026-04-29T09:30:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.snowtrex.de\/magazin\/?p=64333"},"modified":"2026-04-29T11:39:08","modified_gmt":"2026-04-29T09:39:08","slug":"places-to-visit-in-france","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/holidays-winter-sports\/places-to-visit-in-france\/","title":{"rendered":"Winter destinations in France: 8 highlights away from the slopes"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><strong>France\u2019s Alpine regions are renowned for their world-class ski slopes. But there are also exciting attractions to be found off the slopes, for anyone looking for things to do in winter besides skiing. From spectacular panoramic views and activities for the whole family to relaxing wellness centres: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">SnowTrex<\/a> presents some of the most exciting off-piste destinations in France that are also open during the winter months.<\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"tt-post-image-wrapper tt-post-image-wrapper-full\">\n            <div class=\"tt-image-copyright-container\">\n                <a href=\"https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/files\/2020\/12\/RS14613_VAME_Skigebiet5_TravelTrex_Magdalena-Kosinski-bearbeitet-hsc.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-wrapped=\"true\" class=\"wp-image-53764 size-Artikelbild_gro\u00df\" title=\"The French Alps have plenty to offer away from the slopes too.\" src=\"https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/files\/2020\/12\/RS14613_VAME_Skigebiet5_TravelTrex_Magdalena-Kosinski-bearbeitet-hsc-729x486.jpg\" alt=\"The French Alps have plenty to offer away from the slopes too.\" width=\"729\" height=\"486\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/files\/2020\/12\/RS14613_VAME_Skigebiet5_TravelTrex_Magdalena-Kosinski-bearbeitet-hsc-729x486.jpg 729w, https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/files\/2020\/12\/RS14613_VAME_Skigebiet5_TravelTrex_Magdalena-Kosinski-bearbeitet-hsc-468x312.jpg 468w, https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/files\/2020\/12\/RS14613_VAME_Skigebiet5_TravelTrex_Magdalena-Kosinski-bearbeitet-hsc-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/files\/2020\/12\/RS14613_VAME_Skigebiet5_TravelTrex_Magdalena-Kosinski-bearbeitet-hsc-999x666.jpg 999w, https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/files\/2020\/12\/RS14613_VAME_Skigebiet5_TravelTrex_Magdalena-Kosinski-bearbeitet-hsc-645x430.jpg 645w, https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/files\/2020\/12\/RS14613_VAME_Skigebiet5_TravelTrex_Magdalena-Kosinski-bearbeitet-hsc-552x368.jpg 552w, https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/files\/2020\/12\/RS14613_VAME_Skigebiet5_TravelTrex_Magdalena-Kosinski-bearbeitet-hsc-405x270.jpg 405w, https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/files\/2020\/12\/RS14613_VAME_Skigebiet5_TravelTrex_Magdalena-Kosinski-bearbeitet-hsc-336x224.jpg 336w, https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/files\/2020\/12\/RS14613_VAME_Skigebiet5_TravelTrex_Magdalena-Kosinski-bearbeitet-hsc-276x184.jpg 276w, https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/files\/2020\/12\/RS14613_VAME_Skigebiet5_TravelTrex_Magdalena-Kosinski-bearbeitet-hsc-234x156.jpg 234w, https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/files\/2020\/12\/RS14613_VAME_Skigebiet5_TravelTrex_Magdalena-Kosinski-bearbeitet-hsc-192x128.jpg 192w, https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/files\/2020\/12\/RS14613_VAME_Skigebiet5_TravelTrex_Magdalena-Kosinski-bearbeitet-hsc-120x80.jpg 120w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 1009px) 729px, (min-width: 819px) 594px, (min-width: 569px) 729px, (min-width: 449px) 468px, 348px\" \/><\/a><div class=\"tt-image-copyright\" data-image-id=\"53764\">\u00a9 TravelTrex<\/div>\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"tt-post-caption\">The French Alps have plenty to offer away from the slopes too.<\/div>\n         <\/div > \n<div class=\"tt-table-of-content\">\n                <span class=\"tt-icon-circle-up tt-table-of-content-button\"><\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"tt-table-of-content-caption\">\n                    Index\n                <\/div>\n<div class=\"tt-table-of-content-body\">\n                    <a href=\"#1-aiguille-du-midi--view-of-mont-blanc-high-above-chamonix\"><span class=\"layer-0\">1. Aiguille du Midi \u2013 View of Mont Blanc high above Chamonix<\/span><\/a><a href=\"#2-mer-de-glace--ice-cave-and-montenvers-railway\"><span class=\"layer-0\">2. Mer de Glace \u2013 Ice Cave and Montenvers Railway<\/span><\/a><a href=\"#3-alpine-coaster-chamonix--thrilling-fun-in-the-snow\"><span class=\"layer-0\">3. Alpine Coaster Chamonix \u2013 Thrilling fun in the snow<\/span><\/a><a href=\"#4-aquariaz--water-park-against-an-alpine-backdrop\"><span class=\"layer-0\">4. Aquariaz \u2013 Water park against an Alpine backdrop<\/span><\/a><a href=\"#5-val-thorens-igloo-village--hot-drinks-in-ice-cold-huts\"><span class=\"layer-0\">5. Val Thorens Igloo Village \u2013 Hot drinks in ice-cold huts<\/span><\/a><a href=\"#6-les-grands-bains-du-mon\u00eatier--pure-wellness-at-the-alpine-thermal-spa\"><span class=\"layer-0\">6. Les Grands Bains du Mon\u00eatier \u2013 pure wellness at the alpine thermal spa<\/span><\/a><a href=\"#7-vauban-fortress-and-brian\u00e7on-old-town--medieval-charm-in-the-heart-of-the-alps\"><span class=\"layer-0\">7. Vauban Fortress and Brian\u00e7on Old Town \u2013 Medieval charm in the heart of the Alps<\/span><\/a><a href=\"#8-la-plagne-bobsleigh-track--an-icy-thrill-of-speed\"><span class=\"layer-0\">8. La Plagne bobsleigh track \u2013 an icy thrill of speed<\/span><\/a><a href=\"#faq-on-attractions-in-france?s-ski-regions\"><span class=\"layer-0\">FAQ on attractions in France\u2019s ski regions<\/span><\/a>\n                 <\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<hr>\n<h2 id=\"1-aiguille-du-midi--view-of-mont-blanc-high-above-chamonix\">1. Aiguille du Midi \u2013 View of Mont Blanc high above Chamonix<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Address: 100 <\/strong>Place de l\u2019Aiguille du Midi, 74400 Chamonix-Mont-Blanc, France<\/li>\n<li><strong>Prices: Return ticket <\/strong>: adults approx. 80 euros, children aged 5 to 14 approx. 70 euros<\/li>\n<li><strong>Opening hours:<\/strong>open<strong>daily<\/strong>from 8 am to 4.30 pm<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>From the <strong>Aiguille du Midi<\/strong> above <a href=\"https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/france\/chamonix\/ski-holidays.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Chamonix<\/a>, a spectacular 360\u00b0 panoramic view of the French, Swiss and Italian Alps awaits. In just 20 minutes, visitors are taken by cable car from the Alpine town up to 3,842 m. Up there, you can explore a panoramic terrace with views of Mont Blanc and, for a thrill, the glass-bottomed \u201cStep into the Void\u201d platform, where visitors stand in a glass box on \u201cthe roof of Europe\u201d above the abyss.<\/p>\n<div class=\"tt-post-image-wrapper tt-post-image-wrapper-full\">\n            <div class=\"tt-image-copyright-container\">\n                <a href=\"https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/files\/2022\/04\/RS4154_shutterstock_138681251-scr.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-wrapped=\"true\" class=\"wp-image-47177 size-Artikelbild_gro\u00df\" title=\"A 360-degree panorama with views of the highest mountain in the Alps awaits visitors on the Aiguille du Midi.\" src=\"https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/files\/2022\/04\/RS4154_shutterstock_138681251-scr-729x486.jpg\" alt=\"A 360-degree panorama with views of the highest mountain in the Alps awaits visitors on the Aiguille du Midi.\" width=\"729\" height=\"486\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/files\/2022\/04\/RS4154_shutterstock_138681251-scr-729x486.jpg 729w, https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/files\/2022\/04\/RS4154_shutterstock_138681251-scr-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/files\/2022\/04\/RS4154_shutterstock_138681251-scr-1024x681.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/files\/2022\/04\/RS4154_shutterstock_138681251-scr-468x311.jpg 468w, https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/files\/2022\/04\/RS4154_shutterstock_138681251-scr-999x666.jpg 999w, https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/files\/2022\/04\/RS4154_shutterstock_138681251-scr-645x430.jpg 645w, https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/files\/2022\/04\/RS4154_shutterstock_138681251-scr-552x368.jpg 552w, https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/files\/2022\/04\/RS4154_shutterstock_138681251-scr-405x270.jpg 405w, https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/files\/2022\/04\/RS4154_shutterstock_138681251-scr-336x224.jpg 336w, https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/files\/2022\/04\/RS4154_shutterstock_138681251-scr-276x184.jpg 276w, https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/files\/2022\/04\/RS4154_shutterstock_138681251-scr-234x156.jpg 234w, https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/files\/2022\/04\/RS4154_shutterstock_138681251-scr-192x128.jpg 192w, https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/files\/2022\/04\/RS4154_shutterstock_138681251-scr-120x80.jpg 120w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 1009px) 729px, (min-width: 819px) 594px, (min-width: 569px) 729px, (min-width: 449px) 468px, 348px\" \/><\/a><div class=\"tt-image-copyright\" data-image-id=\"47177\">\u00a9 Brykaylo Yuriy\/shutterstock.de<\/div>\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"tt-post-caption\">A 360-degree panorama with views of the highest mountain in the Alps awaits visitors on the Aiguille du Midi.<\/div>\n         <\/div > \n<p><em>\u2192 Plan your Alpine getaway and find the best <a href=\"https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/search_book.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Chamonix deals<\/a>at SnowTrex<\/em><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"2-mer-de-glace--ice-cave-and-montenvers-railway\">2. Mer de Glace \u2013 Ice Cave and Montenvers Railway<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Address: 35 <\/strong>Place de la Mer de Glace, 74400 Chamonix-Mont-Blanc, France<\/li>\n<li><strong>Prices: Return trip <\/strong>including gondola to the ice cave: Adults \u20ac49.70, children aged 5 to 14 \u20ac42.20<\/li>\n<li><strong>Opening hours:<\/strong>open<strong>daily<\/strong>from 10.00 am to 4.30 pm<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>On a trip to the <strong>Mer de Glace<\/strong> glacier near Chamonix, visitors can experience a natural wonder up close. The journey begins with the red Montenvers train, a cog railway over 100 years old, which takes you through the snow-covered mountain landscape up to an altitude of 1,913 metres. Once there, the view opens up onto France\u2019s largest glacier, the \u201cSea of Ice\u201d. A small gondola and several steps also lead down to a fascinating ice cave, which is decorated every year with fresh, sparkling ice sculptures made from glacier ice.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"3-alpine-coaster-chamonix--thrilling-fun-in-the-snow\">3. Alpine Coaster Chamonix \u2013 Thrilling fun in the snow<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Address: 351 <\/strong>chemin du Pied du Gr\u00e9pon, 74400 Chamonix-Mont-Blanc, France<\/li>\n<li><strong>Prices: <\/strong>\u20ac9.50<strong>per <\/strong>ride (discounts available for multiple rides)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Opening hours:<\/strong>open<strong>daily<\/strong>from 11.00 am to 5.30 pm<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The Alpine Coaster at <strong>Les Planards<\/strong> leisure park proves that Chamonix isn\u2019t just for extreme mountaineers and skiers. On this rail toboggan run, adventure-seekers can also hurtle downhill in two-seater sledges. Steep bends, undulations and jumps along the roughly 1,300-metre track provide adrenaline and excitement for young and old alike. The facility is winter-proof and therefore open daily even in the cold season, making this highlight ideal for visitors whatever the weather. Located on the outskirts of Chamonix, the Alpine Coaster is even easily accessible on foot from the town centre, without the need for a car.<\/p>\n<div class=\"lyte-wrapper\" title=\"CHAMONIX - LUGE D&amp;#039;&Eacute;T&Eacute; (Onride)\" style=\"width:853px;max-width:100%;margin:5px auto;\"><div class=\"lyMe\" id=\"WYL_FO-yNzI4qWo\" itemprop=\"video\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/VideoObject\"><div><meta itemprop=\"thumbnailUrl\" content=\"https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/wp-content\/plugins\/wp-youtube-lyte\/lyteCache.php?origThumbUrl=https%3A%2F%2Fi.ytimg.com%2Fvi%2FFO-yNzI4qWo%2Fhqdefault.jpg\" \/><meta itemprop=\"embedURL\" content=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/FO-yNzI4qWo\" \/><meta itemprop=\"duration\" content=\"PT1M33S\" \/><meta itemprop=\"uploadDate\" content=\"2021-01-08T17:00:04Z\" \/><\/div><div id=\"lyte_FO-yNzI4qWo\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/wp-content\/plugins\/wp-youtube-lyte\/lyteCache.php?origThumbUrl=https%3A%2F%2Fi.ytimg.com%2Fvi%2FFO-yNzI4qWo%2Fhqdefault.jpg\" class=\"pL\"><div class=\"tC\"><div class=\"tT\" itemprop=\"name\">CHAMONIX - LUGE D&#039;\u00c9T\u00c9 (Onride)<\/div><\/div><div class=\"play\"><\/div><div class=\"ctrl\"><div class=\"Lctrl\"><\/div><div class=\"Rctrl\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><noscript><a href=\"http:\/\/youtu.be\/FO-yNzI4qWo\" rel=\"nofollow\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/wp-content\/plugins\/wp-youtube-lyte\/lyteCache.php?origThumbUrl=http%3A%2F%2Fi.ytimg.com%2Fvi%2FFO-yNzI4qWo%2F0.jpg\" alt=\"CHAMONIX - LUGE D&amp;#039;&Eacute;T&Eacute; (Onride)\" width=\"853\" height=\"460\" \/><br \/>Watch this video on YouTube<\/a><\/noscript><meta itemprop=\"description\" content=\"La Luge Alpine Coaster est une attraction ludique pour toute la famille. Un grand huit au coeur des montagnes ! Piste sur rails de 1300m de long avec des jumps, des virages... Fun &amp; sensations garanties ! ------------ Mes r\u00e9seaux sociaux \u2b07\ufe0f Facebook : Coastertube Instagram : Coastertubeytb Snap : Coastertube #Chamonix #LugeEte\"><\/div><\/div><div class=\"lL\" style=\"max-width:100%;width:853px;margin:5px auto;\"><br\/><span class=\"lyte_disclaimer\">Please also note that by using our services and integrating the YouTube API Services, the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/t\/terms\">YouTube Terms of Service<\/a> and the <a href=\"https:\/\/developers.google.com\/youtube\/terms\/api-services-terms-of-service-emea\">YouTube API Services Terms<\/a> apply and your use of our website is deemed to be acceptance of these terms.<\/span><\/div><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"4-aquariaz--water-park-against-an-alpine-backdrop\">4. Aquariaz \u2013 Water park against an Alpine backdrop<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Address: 142 <\/strong>Route des Rennes, 74110 Avoriaz, France<\/li>\n<li><strong>Prices: Adults <\/strong>\u20ac12, children aged 3 to 11 \u20ac8 and free for under-3s<\/li>\n<li><strong>Opening hours:<\/strong>open<strong>daily<\/strong>from 1.30 pm to 7.30 pm<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Right in the heart of the high-altitude ski resort <a href=\"https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/france\/avoriaz\/ski-holidays.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">of Avoriaz<\/a>, visitors are treated to a tropical water world complete with palm trees at <strong>Aquariaz<\/strong>! This indoor water park, situated at an altitude of 1,800 metres, is like an exotic oasis amidst the snow and ice. Huge ferns and rubber trees, rocks and a lazy river give the whole complex a jungle feel, whilst visitors can enjoy views of the mountains and the Alpine panorama outside. Families also love the children\u2019s pool with water features and the slides, whilst thrill-seekers can try out the half-pipe-style \u201cSlidewinder\u201d slide. And anyone looking for relaxation in the middle of winter can float away in the warm outdoor hot tub.<\/p>\n<div class=\"lyte-wrapper\" title=\"Le centre Aqualudique AQUARIAZ, la piscine tropicale d&amp;#039;Avoriaz \/ Aquacenter Aquariaz of Avoriaz\" style=\"width:853px;max-width:100%;margin:5px auto;\"><div class=\"lyMe\" id=\"WYL_zaNudecO_88\" itemprop=\"video\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/VideoObject\"><div><meta itemprop=\"thumbnailUrl\" content=\"https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/wp-content\/plugins\/wp-youtube-lyte\/lyteCache.php?origThumbUrl=https%3A%2F%2Fi.ytimg.com%2Fvi%2FzaNudecO_88%2Fhqdefault.jpg\" \/><meta itemprop=\"embedURL\" content=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/zaNudecO_88\" \/><meta itemprop=\"duration\" content=\"PT52S\" \/><meta itemprop=\"uploadDate\" content=\"2021-03-29T13:58:36Z\" \/><\/div><div id=\"lyte_zaNudecO_88\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/wp-content\/plugins\/wp-youtube-lyte\/lyteCache.php?origThumbUrl=https%3A%2F%2Fi.ytimg.com%2Fvi%2FzaNudecO_88%2Fhqdefault.jpg\" class=\"pL\"><div class=\"tC\"><div class=\"tT\" itemprop=\"name\">Le centre Aqualudique AQUARIAZ, la piscine tropicale d&#039;Avoriaz \/ Aquacenter Aquariaz of Avoriaz<\/div><\/div><div class=\"play\"><\/div><div class=\"ctrl\"><div class=\"Lctrl\"><\/div><div class=\"Rctrl\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><noscript><a href=\"http:\/\/youtu.be\/zaNudecO_88\" rel=\"nofollow\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/wp-content\/plugins\/wp-youtube-lyte\/lyteCache.php?origThumbUrl=http%3A%2F%2Fi.ytimg.com%2Fvi%2FzaNudecO_88%2F0.jpg\" alt=\"Le centre Aqualudique AQUARIAZ, la piscine tropicale d&amp;#039;Avoriaz \/ Aquacenter Aquariaz of Avoriaz\" width=\"853\" height=\"460\" \/><br \/>Watch this video on YouTube<\/a><\/noscript><meta itemprop=\"description\" content=\"Un paradis tropical \u00e0 1800 m\u00e8tres d&#039;altitude: d\u00e9couvrez notre centre Aqualudique ! Espace enfant, un half-pipe avec bou\u00e9es, un bassin avec une rivi\u00e8re \u00e0 courants, un bassin de nage, un bassin adoss\u00e9 \u00e0 un mur d\u2019escalade et un jacuzzi. Ambiance tropicale garantie ! Remise en forme, sport ou d\u00e9tente : le centre sportif d\u2019Avoriaz vous propose de nombreuses activit\u00e9s dans un espace aquatique couvert. Cours de yoga, s\u00e9ance de sport ou encore cours de fitness, diff\u00e9rentes formules sont propos\u00e9es. Le centre aquasportif d\u2019Avoriaz est la solution id\u00e9ale pour s\u2019entra\u00eener tout en s\u2019amusant. En solo, en famille, en duo ou entre amis, plongez dans un grand bain d\u2019oxyg\u00e8ne ! https:\/\/www.avoriaz.com\/ete\/golf--aquariaz\/centre-aquatique\/centre-aquasportif\"><\/div><\/div><div class=\"lL\" style=\"max-width:100%;width:853px;margin:5px auto;\"><br\/><span class=\"lyte_disclaimer\">Please also note that by using our services and integrating the YouTube API Services, the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/t\/terms\">YouTube Terms of Service<\/a> and the <a href=\"https:\/\/developers.google.com\/youtube\/terms\/api-services-terms-of-service-emea\">YouTube API Services Terms<\/a> apply and your use of our website is deemed to be acceptance of these terms.<\/span><\/div><\/p>\n<p><em>\u2192 Plan an Alpine getaway and find the best<a href=\"https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/search_book.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Avoriaz deals<\/a>at SnowTrex<\/em><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"5-val-thorens-igloo-village--hot-drinks-in-ice-cold-huts\">5. Val Thorens Igloo Village \u2013 Hot drinks in ice-cold huts<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Address: Val <\/strong>Thorens, on the Combe de Thorens slope, 73440 Val Thorens, France<\/li>\n<li><strong>Prices: Day visit <\/strong>to the ice bar free of charge; fondue dinner around 50 euros per person; overnight stay in the igloo hotel from 249 euros for 2 people<\/li>\n<li><strong>Opening hours: <\/strong>open<strong>from <\/strong>mid-December to the end of April between 10am and 5pm<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>In Europe\u2019s highest ski resort, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/france\/val_thorens\/ski-holidays.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Val Thorens<\/a>, a genuine igloo village awaits as a truly \u2018cool\u2019 destination. Every winter, a little world of its own made of snow and ice emerges here at an altitude of over 2,300 metres. In the ice bar, which is open during the day, visitors can enjoy a hot drink or cocktail served in ice picks whilst admiring the ice sculptures carved into the walls. On certain evenings, the igloo also transforms into a restaurant. By torchlight, guests hike together to the igloo village and enjoy a traditional Savoyard cheese fondue beneath the frosty dome. And those who wish can even stay overnight here and sleep on reindeer skins in one of the snow rooms.<\/p>\n<div class=\"tt-post-image-wrapper tt-post-image-wrapper-full\">\n            <div class=\"tt-image-copyright-container\">\n                <a href=\"https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/files\/2111\/11\/RS27901_shutterstock_1586588485-scr.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-wrapped=\"true\" class=\"wp-image-65318 size-Artikelbild_gro\u00df\" title=\"Igloos like this are also a unique destination in Val Thorens during the winter.\" src=\"https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/files\/2111\/11\/RS27901_shutterstock_1586588485-scr-729x486.jpg\" alt=\"Igloos like this are also a unique destination in Val Thorens during the winter.\" width=\"729\" height=\"486\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/files\/2111\/11\/RS27901_shutterstock_1586588485-scr-729x487.jpg 729w, https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/files\/2111\/11\/RS27901_shutterstock_1586588485-scr-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/files\/2111\/11\/RS27901_shutterstock_1586588485-scr-1024x684.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/files\/2111\/11\/RS27901_shutterstock_1586588485-scr-768x513.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/files\/2111\/11\/RS27901_shutterstock_1586588485-scr-468x313.jpg 468w, https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/files\/2111\/11\/RS27901_shutterstock_1586588485-scr-999x666.jpg 999w, https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/files\/2111\/11\/RS27901_shutterstock_1586588485-scr-645x430.jpg 645w, https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/files\/2111\/11\/RS27901_shutterstock_1586588485-scr-552x368.jpg 552w, https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/files\/2111\/11\/RS27901_shutterstock_1586588485-scr-405x270.jpg 405w, https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/files\/2111\/11\/RS27901_shutterstock_1586588485-scr-336x224.jpg 336w, https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/files\/2111\/11\/RS27901_shutterstock_1586588485-scr-276x184.jpg 276w, https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/files\/2111\/11\/RS27901_shutterstock_1586588485-scr-234x156.jpg 234w, https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/files\/2111\/11\/RS27901_shutterstock_1586588485-scr-192x128.jpg 192w, https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/files\/2111\/11\/RS27901_shutterstock_1586588485-scr-120x80.jpg 120w, https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/files\/2111\/11\/RS27901_shutterstock_1586588485-scr.jpg 1440w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 1009px) 729px, (min-width: 819px) 594px, (min-width: 569px) 729px, (min-width: 449px) 468px, 348px\" \/><\/a><div class=\"tt-image-copyright\" data-image-id=\"65318\">\u00a9 Smit\/shutterstock.de<\/div>\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"tt-post-caption\">Igloos like this are also a unique destination in Val Thorens during the winter.<\/div>\n         <\/div > \n<p><em>\u2192 Book unforgettable skiing moments in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/search_book.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Val Thorens<\/a> with SnowTrex now<\/em><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"6-les-grands-bains-du-mon\u00eatier--pure-wellness-at-the-alpine-thermal-spa\">6. Les Grands Bains du Mon\u00eatier \u2013 pure wellness at the alpine thermal spa<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Address: 550 <\/strong>Route du Club, 05220 Le Mon\u00eatier-les-Bains, France<\/li>\n<li><strong>Prices: <\/strong>2-hour<strong>admission <\/strong>: Adults \u20ac25, children under 14 \u20ac15<\/li>\n<li><strong>Opening hours: <\/strong>open<strong>daily <\/strong>from 10 am to 7.30 pm<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The alpine thermal spa <strong>Les Grands Bains<\/strong> is situated in the village of Mon\u00eatier, which forms part of the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/france\/serre_chevalier\/ski-holidays.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Serre Chevalier<\/a> ski resort. Indeed, the ancient Romans already appreciated the hot springs that rise here. Today, however, a modern wellness oasis awaits visitors in the same spot. Large indoor and outdoor pools invite you to bathe in the mineral-rich water, which is around 36 degrees, surrounded by a magnificent mountain backdrop. Bubble loungers, a lazy river and waterfalls also provide variety. Sauna sessions with views of snow-capped peaks and steam baths round off the experience.<\/p>\n<div class=\"tt-post-image-wrapper tt-post-image-wrapper-full\">\n            <div class=\"tt-image-copyright-container\">\n                <a href=\"https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/files\/2021\/10\/RS26642_shutterstock_1624908025-scr-1.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-wrapped=\"true\" class=\"wp-image-58628 size-Artikelbild_gro\u00df\" title=\"The Les Grands Bains thermal spa in Mon\u00eatier offers plenty of relaxation.\" src=\"https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/files\/2021\/10\/RS26642_shutterstock_1624908025-scr-1-729x486.jpg\" alt=\"The Les Grands Bains thermal spa in Mon\u00eatier offers plenty of relaxation.\" width=\"729\" height=\"486\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/files\/2021\/10\/RS26642_shutterstock_1624908025-scr-1-729x486.jpg 729w, https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/files\/2021\/10\/RS26642_shutterstock_1624908025-scr-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/files\/2021\/10\/RS26642_shutterstock_1624908025-scr-1-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/files\/2021\/10\/RS26642_shutterstock_1624908025-scr-1-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/files\/2021\/10\/RS26642_shutterstock_1624908025-scr-1-468x312.jpg 468w, https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/files\/2021\/10\/RS26642_shutterstock_1624908025-scr-1-999x666.jpg 999w, https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/files\/2021\/10\/RS26642_shutterstock_1624908025-scr-1-645x430.jpg 645w, https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/files\/2021\/10\/RS26642_shutterstock_1624908025-scr-1-552x368.jpg 552w, https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/files\/2021\/10\/RS26642_shutterstock_1624908025-scr-1-405x270.jpg 405w, https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/files\/2021\/10\/RS26642_shutterstock_1624908025-scr-1-336x224.jpg 336w, https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/files\/2021\/10\/RS26642_shutterstock_1624908025-scr-1-276x184.jpg 276w, https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/files\/2021\/10\/RS26642_shutterstock_1624908025-scr-1-234x156.jpg 234w, https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/files\/2021\/10\/RS26642_shutterstock_1624908025-scr-1-192x128.jpg 192w, https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/files\/2021\/10\/RS26642_shutterstock_1624908025-scr-1-120x80.jpg 120w, https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/files\/2021\/10\/RS26642_shutterstock_1624908025-scr-1.jpg 1440w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 1009px) 729px, (min-width: 819px) 594px, (min-width: 569px) 729px, (min-width: 449px) 468px, 348px\" \/><\/a><div class=\"tt-image-copyright\" data-image-id=\"58628\">\u00a9 BGStock72\/Shutterstock<\/div>\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"tt-post-caption\">The Les Grands Bains thermal spa in Mon\u00eatier offers plenty of relaxation.<\/div>\n         <\/div > \n<p>A little tip from SnowTrex: A visit in the evening, when the spa is atmospherically lit and the crisp winter air provides a wonderful contrast to the steaming water, offers a great atmosphere for relaxation.<\/p>\n<p><em>\u2192 Discover <a href=\"https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/search_book.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Serre-Chevalier offers<\/a>now at SnowTrex<\/em><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"7-vauban-fortress-and-brian\u00e7on-old-town--medieval-charm-in-the-heart-of-the-alps\">7. Vauban Fortress and Brian\u00e7on Old Town \u2013 Medieval charm in the heart of the Alps<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Address: Porte <\/strong>de Pignerol, Cit\u00e9 Vauban, 05100 Brian\u00e7on, France<\/li>\n<li><strong>Prices &amp; <\/strong><strong>opening hours: Site <\/strong>freely accessible<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Winter holidaymakers in the French Alps need not miss out on cultural highlights either. In the Alpine town <strong>of Brian\u00e7on<\/strong>, on the edge of the Serre Chevalier ski resort, skiing fun and history come together. Situated at an altitude of 1,326 metres, the old town is one of the highest of its kind in Europe and is surrounded by imposing fortifications built by the famous architect Vauban in the 17th century. Today, these city walls and forts are a UNESCO World Heritage Site. A stroll through the Cit\u00e9 Vauban, with its narrow cobbled streets, colourful houses and small squares, feels like a journey back in time. In winter, Brian\u00e7on\u2019s old town transforms into a beautiful snowy landscape, where visitors can climb the old fortifications and take in the view of the snow-covered Durance Valley from above. Small museums, caf\u00e9s and boutiques also invite you to take a break.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"8-la-plagne-bobsleigh-track--an-icy-thrill-of-speed\">8. La Plagne bobsleigh track \u2013 an icy thrill of speed<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Address: 2180 <\/strong>Rue de la Piste de Bob, 73210 La Plagne, France<\/li>\n<li><strong>Prices: from <\/strong>57 euros per person<\/li>\n<li><strong>Opening hours: open <\/strong>between December and April<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"734\" data-end=\"1155\">The <strong>bobsleigh track in La Plagne<\/strong> is France\u2019s only Olympic bobsleigh and skeleton track and was built for the 1992 Winter Olympics in Albertville. It is located below Plagne 1800 in the hamlet of La Roche and offers winter sports enthusiasts the unique opportunity to ride a bobsleigh themselves along the very same track where professionals train and compete. Visitors can book a range of different experiences: from self-steered bobsleigh rafts for families (up to approx. 80 km\/h) and solo speed luge (up to approx. 90 km\/h) to bobsleigh racing rides with a professional pilot (speeds up to approx. 120 km\/h). The ride down the approximately 1.5 km long, winding ice track is an unforgettable experience. Warm clothing and sturdy shoes are compulsory for the descent, whilst helmets are provided on site.<\/p>\n<div class=\"lyte-wrapper\" title=\"Bobsleigh - Piste olympique - la Plagne France\" style=\"width:853px;max-width:100%;margin:5px auto;\"><div class=\"lyMe\" id=\"WYL_GHebNQ_nVOY\" itemprop=\"video\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/VideoObject\"><div><meta itemprop=\"thumbnailUrl\" content=\"https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/wp-content\/plugins\/wp-youtube-lyte\/lyteCache.php?origThumbUrl=https%3A%2F%2Fi.ytimg.com%2Fvi%2FGHebNQ_nVOY%2Fhqdefault.jpg\" \/><meta itemprop=\"embedURL\" content=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/GHebNQ_nVOY\" \/><meta itemprop=\"duration\" content=\"PT2M\" \/><meta itemprop=\"uploadDate\" content=\"2013-01-07T15:04:35Z\" \/><\/div><div id=\"lyte_GHebNQ_nVOY\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/wp-content\/plugins\/wp-youtube-lyte\/lyteCache.php?origThumbUrl=https%3A%2F%2Fi.ytimg.com%2Fvi%2FGHebNQ_nVOY%2Fhqdefault.jpg\" class=\"pL\"><div class=\"tC\"><div class=\"tT\" itemprop=\"name\">Bobsleigh - Piste olympique - la Plagne France<\/div><\/div><div class=\"play\"><\/div><div class=\"ctrl\"><div class=\"Lctrl\"><\/div><div class=\"Rctrl\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><noscript><a href=\"http:\/\/youtu.be\/GHebNQ_nVOY\" rel=\"nofollow\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/wp-content\/plugins\/wp-youtube-lyte\/lyteCache.php?origThumbUrl=http%3A%2F%2Fi.ytimg.com%2Fvi%2FGHebNQ_nVOY%2F0.jpg\" alt=\"Bobsleigh - Piste olympique - la Plagne France\" width=\"853\" height=\"460\" \/><br \/>Watch this video on YouTube<\/a><\/noscript><meta itemprop=\"description\" content=\"OUVERTURE du mardi 18 decembre 2012 au dimanche 7 avril 2013 3 exp\u00e9riences...3 niveaux de sensations La Piste Olympique de Bobsleigh de la Plagne, c&#039;est en exclusivit\u00e9 : - 19 virages et 1 500m de bonheur absolu - des sensations fortes et in\u00e9dites - des frissons et excitation pour une glisse vraiment insolite - l&#039;occasion unique de vous mettre dans la peau des Jama\u00efcains de &quot;Rasta Rockets&quot; En bref, une exp\u00e9rience hors du commun dont on se souvient toute une vie !\"><\/div><\/div><div class=\"lL\" style=\"max-width:100%;width:853px;margin:5px auto;\"><br\/><span class=\"lyte_disclaimer\">Please also note that by using our services and integrating the YouTube API Services, the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/t\/terms\">YouTube Terms of Service<\/a> and the <a href=\"https:\/\/developers.google.com\/youtube\/terms\/api-services-terms-of-service-emea\">YouTube API Services Terms<\/a> apply and your use of our website is deemed to be acceptance of these terms.<\/span><\/div><\/p>\n<p><em>\u2192 Book unforgettable skiing moments in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/search_book.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">La Plagne<\/a> with SnowTrex now<\/em><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"faq-on-attractions-in-france?s-ski-regions\">FAQ on attractions in France\u2019s ski regions<\/h2>\n<h3>How can visitors find the current opening times and conditions for these attractions?<\/h3>\n<p>Visitors are best advised to check the official websites of the respective attractions or contact local tourist offices shortly before their visit. Current opening times, seasonal highlights and weather conditions (such as for mountain railways) are announced there.<\/p>\n<h3>Which of these attractions are particularly suitable for families with children?<\/h3>\n<p>Many of the highlights mentioned are family-friendly. Aquariaz (water park) and the Alpine Coaster in particular offer fun for children of all ages. Parc Alpha is also exciting for children, as they can learn a lot about wolves in a playful way. Thermal baths such as Les Grands Bains du Mon\u00eatier usually have special areas for children, and even the ice cave or the igloo village can be exciting experiences for older children.<\/p>\n<h3>What can holidaymakers do in the French Alps in bad weather if skiing is out of the question?<\/h3>\n<p>In the event of a snowstorm or thick fog, indoor activities and easily accessible day-trip destinations offer a good alternative. For example, a visit to the Aquariaz water park or the thermal baths is ideal for escaping the weather. Cultural attractions such as the old town of Brian\u00e7on or museums in larger towns are also well worth a visit. The Spannagel Cave \u2013 or rather, the Mer de Glace ice cave near Chamonix \u2013 is also weather-independent as it is underground, and the cable car runs even in moderate snowfall.<\/p>\n<h3>Can holidaymakers reach the mentioned destinations without a ski pass?<\/h3>\n<p>Yes. Most of the places described are specifically off-piste activities and accessible to everyone, including non-skiers. Aiguille du Midi and Mer de Glace are easily accessible by train or cable car. The Igloo Village requires skis or a snowboard during the day, but evening tours are available for pedestrians. Parc Alpha can be reached by car or bus. Generally, the ski regions in France are well connected, so pedestrians can also reach many highlights using gondola passes or winter hiking trails.<\/p>\n<h3>Do you need to book excursions or attractions in advance?<\/h3>\n<p>For some highlights, it\u2019s a good idea to make a reservation. The Igloo Village in Val Thorens should definitely be booked in advance for fondue evenings or overnight stays, as places are limited. Online booking is also required for Parc Alpha in winter, as guided tours take place in groups. Cable car rides, such as to the Aiguille du Midi, can also be booked in advance to avoid waiting times. Otherwise, the rule is: spontaneous visits are usually possible, but a little planning in advance ensures that you can enjoy your destination stress-free.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>France\u2019s Alpine regions are renowned for their world-class ski slopes. But there are also exciting highlights to be found away from the slopes, for anyone looking for things to do in winter besides skiing. From spectacular panoramic views and activities for the whole family to relaxing wellness centres: SnowTrex presents some of the most exciting off-piste destinations in France that are also open during the winter months.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":173,"featured_media":53764,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[83],"tags":[580,578,34,5406,5409,585,95,5341,586,581,5407,1620,5336,44],"class_list":["post-65312","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-holidays-winter-sports","tag-avoriaz","tag-chamonix","tag-france","tag-haute-savoie","tag-hautes-alpes","tag-la_plagne","tag-les_3_vallees","tag-mont-blanc","tag-paradiski","tag-portes_du_soleil","tag-savoie","tag-serre_chevalier","tag-serre-chevalier-vallee","tag-val_thorens"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO Premium plugin v27.3 (Yoast SEO v27.3) - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-premium-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>Winter destinations in France \u2013 8 highlights in the ski resorts<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"There are plenty of places to visit in France. SnowTrex shows you what activities and sights there are to enjoy off the slopes.\" \/>\n<meta name=\"robots\" content=\"index, follow, max-snippet:-1, max-image-preview:large, max-video-preview:-1\" \/>\n<link rel=\"canonical\" href=\"https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/holidays-winter-sports\/places-to-visit-in-france\/\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:locale\" content=\"en_GB\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:type\" content=\"article\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:title\" content=\"Winter destinations in France: 8 highlights away from the slopes\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:description\" content=\"France\u2019s Alpine regions are renowned for their world-class ski slopes. But there are also exciting highlights to be found away from the slopes, for anyone looking for things to do in winter besides skiing. From spectacular panoramic views and activities for the whole family to relaxing wellness centres: SnowTrex presents some of the most exciting off-piste destinations in France that are also open during the winter months.\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:url\" content=\"https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/holidays-winter-sports\/places-to-visit-in-france\/\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:site_name\" content=\"SnowTrex Ski Magazine\" \/>\n<meta property=\"article:publisher\" content=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/SnowTrex.de\/\" \/>\n<meta property=\"article:author\" content=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/snowtrex\/\" \/>\n<meta property=\"article:published_time\" content=\"2026-04-29T09:30:40+00:00\" \/>\n<meta property=\"article:modified_time\" content=\"2026-04-29T09:39:08+00:00\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:image\" content=\"https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/files\/2020\/12\/RS14613_VAME_Skigebiet5_TravelTrex_Magdalena-Kosinski-bearbeitet-hsc.jpg\" \/>\n\t<meta property=\"og:image:width\" content=\"1920\" \/>\n\t<meta property=\"og:image:height\" content=\"1440\" \/>\n\t<meta property=\"og:image:type\" content=\"image\/jpeg\" \/>\n<meta name=\"author\" content=\"SnowTrex\" \/>\n<meta name=\"twitter:label1\" content=\"Written by\" \/>\n\t<meta name=\"twitter:data1\" content=\"SnowTrex\" \/>\n\t<meta name=\"twitter:label2\" content=\"Estimated reading time\" \/>\n\t<meta name=\"twitter:data2\" content=\"10 minutes\" \/>\n<script type=\"application\/ld+json\" class=\"yoast-schema-graph\">{\"@context\":\"https:\\\/\\\/schema.org\",\"@graph\":[{\"@type\":\"Article\",\"@id\":\"http:\\\/\\\/wp-magazin.snowtrex.co.uk\\\/holidays-winter-sports\\\/places-to-visit-in-france\\\/#article\",\"isPartOf\":{\"@id\":\"http:\\\/\\\/wp-magazin.snowtrex.co.uk\\\/holidays-winter-sports\\\/places-to-visit-in-france\\\/\"},\"author\":{\"name\":\"SnowTrex\",\"@id\":\"http:\\\/\\\/wp-magazin.snowtrex.co.uk\\\/#\\\/schema\\\/person\\\/95d171bb0d9656580c76b4921e86477a\"},\"headline\":\"Winter destinations in France: 8 highlights away from the slopes\",\"datePublished\":\"2026-04-29T09:30:40+00:00\",\"dateModified\":\"2026-04-29T09:39:08+00:00\",\"mainEntityOfPage\":{\"@id\":\"http:\\\/\\\/wp-magazin.snowtrex.co.uk\\\/holidays-winter-sports\\\/places-to-visit-in-france\\\/\"},\"wordCount\":1878,\"publisher\":{\"@id\":\"http:\\\/\\\/wp-magazin.snowtrex.co.uk\\\/#organization\"},\"image\":{\"@id\":\"http:\\\/\\\/wp-magazin.snowtrex.co.uk\\\/holidays-winter-sports\\\/places-to-visit-in-france\\\/#primaryimage\"},\"thumbnailUrl\":\"http:\\\/\\\/wp-magazin.snowtrex.co.uk\\\/files\\\/2020\\\/12\\\/RS14613_VAME_Skigebiet5_TravelTrex_Magdalena-Kosinski-bearbeitet-hsc.jpg\",\"keywords\":[\"Avoriaz\",\"Chamonix\",\"France\",\"Haute-Savoie\",\"Hautes-Alpes\",\"La Plagne\",\"Les 3 Vall\u00e9es\",\"Mont Blanc\",\"Paradiski\",\"Portes du Soleil\",\"Savoie\",\"Serre Chevalier\",\"Serre Chevalier Vall\u00e9e\",\"Val Thorens\"],\"articleSection\":[\"Holidays &amp; Winter Sports\"],\"inLanguage\":\"en-GB\"},{\"@type\":\"WebPage\",\"@id\":\"http:\\\/\\\/wp-magazin.snowtrex.co.uk\\\/holidays-winter-sports\\\/places-to-visit-in-france\\\/\",\"url\":\"http:\\\/\\\/wp-magazin.snowtrex.co.uk\\\/holidays-winter-sports\\\/places-to-visit-in-france\\\/\",\"name\":\"Winter destinations in France \u2013 8 highlights in the ski resorts\",\"primaryImageOfPage\":{\"@id\":\"http:\\\/\\\/wp-magazin.snowtrex.co.uk\\\/holidays-winter-sports\\\/places-to-visit-in-france\\\/#primaryimage\"},\"image\":{\"@id\":\"http:\\\/\\\/wp-magazin.snowtrex.co.uk\\\/holidays-winter-sports\\\/places-to-visit-in-france\\\/#primaryimage\"},\"thumbnailUrl\":\"http:\\\/\\\/wp-magazin.snowtrex.co.uk\\\/files\\\/2020\\\/12\\\/RS14613_VAME_Skigebiet5_TravelTrex_Magdalena-Kosinski-bearbeitet-hsc.jpg\",\"datePublished\":\"2026-04-29T09:30:40+00:00\",\"dateModified\":\"2026-04-29T09:39:08+00:00\",\"description\":\"There are plenty of places to visit in France. SnowTrex shows you what activities and sights there are to enjoy off the slopes.\",\"inLanguage\":\"en-GB\"},{\"@type\":\"ImageObject\",\"inLanguage\":\"en-GB\",\"@id\":\"http:\\\/\\\/wp-magazin.snowtrex.co.uk\\\/holidays-winter-sports\\\/places-to-visit-in-france\\\/#primaryimage\",\"url\":\"http:\\\/\\\/wp-magazin.snowtrex.co.uk\\\/files\\\/2020\\\/12\\\/RS14613_VAME_Skigebiet5_TravelTrex_Magdalena-Kosinski-bearbeitet-hsc.jpg\",\"contentUrl\":\"http:\\\/\\\/wp-magazin.snowtrex.co.uk\\\/files\\\/2020\\\/12\\\/RS14613_VAME_Skigebiet5_TravelTrex_Magdalena-Kosinski-bearbeitet-hsc.jpg\",\"width\":1920,\"height\":1440},{\"@type\":\"WebSite\",\"@id\":\"http:\\\/\\\/wp-magazin.snowtrex.co.uk\\\/#website\",\"url\":\"http:\\\/\\\/wp-magazin.snowtrex.co.uk\\\/\",\"name\":\"SnowTrex Ski Magazine\",\"description\":\"Everything about skiing, snowboarding and winter holidays!\",\"publisher\":{\"@id\":\"http:\\\/\\\/wp-magazin.snowtrex.co.uk\\\/#organization\"},\"inLanguage\":\"en-GB\"},{\"@type\":\"Organization\",\"@id\":\"http:\\\/\\\/wp-magazin.snowtrex.co.uk\\\/#organization\",\"name\":\"TravelTrex GmbH\",\"url\":\"http:\\\/\\\/wp-magazin.snowtrex.co.uk\\\/\",\"logo\":{\"@type\":\"ImageObject\",\"inLanguage\":\"en-GB\",\"@id\":\"http:\\\/\\\/wp-magazin.snowtrex.co.uk\\\/#\\\/schema\\\/logo\\\/image\\\/\",\"url\":\"\",\"contentUrl\":\"\",\"caption\":\"TravelTrex GmbH\"},\"image\":{\"@id\":\"http:\\\/\\\/wp-magazin.snowtrex.co.uk\\\/#\\\/schema\\\/logo\\\/image\\\/\"},\"sameAs\":[\"https:\\\/\\\/www.facebook.com\\\/SnowTrex.de\\\/\",\"https:\\\/\\\/www.instagram.com\\\/snowtrex_ski\\\/\"],\"description\":\"SnowTrex has been Germany's leading tour operator for skiing holidays since 1999. The company markets its offers in 13 languages and brings over 100,000 guests a year to popular destinations such as Austria, France, Italy, Switzerland and Germany.\",\"email\":\"info-uk@snowtrex.com\",\"telephone\":\"+44 34 539 964 07\",\"legalName\":\"TravelTrex GmbH\",\"foundingDate\":\"1999-07-01\",\"vatID\":\"DE 813 076 768\",\"numberOfEmployees\":{\"@type\":\"QuantitativeValue\",\"minValue\":\"51\",\"maxValue\":\"200\"}},{\"@type\":\"Person\",\"@id\":\"http:\\\/\\\/wp-magazin.snowtrex.co.uk\\\/#\\\/schema\\\/person\\\/95d171bb0d9656580c76b4921e86477a\",\"name\":\"SnowTrex\",\"description\":\"The editorial team at SnowTrex magazine brings together experienced winter sports enthusiasts and travel experts who channel their passion into well-researched articles about ski resorts, equipment and travel tips. Since 1999, SnowTrex has been Germany's leading tour operator for skiing holidays. The company markets its offers in 13 languages and brings over 100,000 guests a year to popular destinations such as Austria, France, Italy, Switzerland and Germany.\",\"sameAs\":[\"https:\\\/\\\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\\\/\",\"https:\\\/\\\/www.facebook.com\\\/snowtrex\\\/\",\"https:\\\/\\\/www.instagram.com\\\/snowtrex_ski\\\/\",\"https:\\\/\\\/www.youtube.com\\\/c\\\/SnowTrex\"]}]}<\/script>\n<!-- \/ Yoast SEO Premium plugin. -->","yoast_head_json":{"title":"Winter destinations in France \u2013 8 highlights in the ski resorts","description":"There are plenty of places to visit in France. SnowTrex shows you what activities and sights there are to enjoy off the slopes.","robots":{"index":"index","follow":"follow","max-snippet":"max-snippet:-1","max-image-preview":"max-image-preview:large","max-video-preview":"max-video-preview:-1"},"canonical":"https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/holidays-winter-sports\/places-to-visit-in-france\/","og_locale":"en_GB","og_type":"article","og_title":"Winter destinations in France: 8 highlights away from the slopes","og_description":"France\u2019s Alpine regions are renowned for their world-class ski slopes. But there are also exciting highlights to be found away from the slopes, for anyone looking for things to do in winter besides skiing. From spectacular panoramic views and activities for the whole family to relaxing wellness centres: SnowTrex presents some of the most exciting off-piste destinations in France that are also open during the winter months.","og_url":"https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/holidays-winter-sports\/places-to-visit-in-france\/","og_site_name":"SnowTrex Ski Magazine","article_publisher":"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/SnowTrex.de\/","article_author":"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/snowtrex\/","article_published_time":"2026-04-29T09:30:40+00:00","article_modified_time":"2026-04-29T09:39:08+00:00","og_image":[{"width":1920,"height":1440,"url":"https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/files\/2020\/12\/RS14613_VAME_Skigebiet5_TravelTrex_Magdalena-Kosinski-bearbeitet-hsc.jpg","type":"image\/jpeg"}],"author":"SnowTrex","twitter_misc":{"Written by":"SnowTrex","Estimated reading time":"10 minutes"},"schema":{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org","@graph":[{"@type":"Article","@id":"https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/holidays-winter-sports\/places-to-visit-in-france\/#article","isPartOf":{"@id":"https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/holidays-winter-sports\/places-to-visit-in-france\/"},"author":{"name":"SnowTrex","@id":"https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/#\/schema\/person\/95d171bb0d9656580c76b4921e86477a"},"headline":"Winter destinations in France: 8 highlights away from the slopes","datePublished":"2026-04-29T09:30:40+00:00","dateModified":"2026-04-29T09:39:08+00:00","mainEntityOfPage":{"@id":"https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/holidays-winter-sports\/places-to-visit-in-france\/"},"wordCount":1878,"publisher":{"@id":"https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/#organization"},"image":{"@id":"https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/holidays-winter-sports\/places-to-visit-in-france\/#primaryimage"},"thumbnailUrl":"https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/files\/2020\/12\/RS14613_VAME_Skigebiet5_TravelTrex_Magdalena-Kosinski-bearbeitet-hsc.jpg","keywords":["Avoriaz","Chamonix","France","Haute-Savoie","Hautes-Alpes","La Plagne","Les 3 Vall\u00e9es","Mont Blanc","Paradiski","Portes du Soleil","Savoie","Serre Chevalier","Serre Chevalier Vall\u00e9e","Val Thorens"],"articleSection":["Holidays &amp; Winter Sports"],"inLanguage":"en-GB"},{"@type":"WebPage","@id":"https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/holidays-winter-sports\/places-to-visit-in-france\/","url":"https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/holidays-winter-sports\/places-to-visit-in-france\/","name":"Winter destinations in France \u2013 8 highlights in the ski resorts","primaryImageOfPage":{"@id":"https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/holidays-winter-sports\/places-to-visit-in-france\/#primaryimage"},"image":{"@id":"https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/holidays-winter-sports\/places-to-visit-in-france\/#primaryimage"},"thumbnailUrl":"https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/files\/2020\/12\/RS14613_VAME_Skigebiet5_TravelTrex_Magdalena-Kosinski-bearbeitet-hsc.jpg","datePublished":"2026-04-29T09:30:40+00:00","dateModified":"2026-04-29T09:39:08+00:00","description":"There are plenty of places to visit in France. SnowTrex shows you what activities and sights there are to enjoy off the slopes.","inLanguage":"en-GB"},{"@type":"ImageObject","inLanguage":"en-GB","@id":"https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/holidays-winter-sports\/places-to-visit-in-france\/#primaryimage","url":"https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/files\/2020\/12\/RS14613_VAME_Skigebiet5_TravelTrex_Magdalena-Kosinski-bearbeitet-hsc.jpg","contentUrl":"https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/files\/2020\/12\/RS14613_VAME_Skigebiet5_TravelTrex_Magdalena-Kosinski-bearbeitet-hsc.jpg","width":1920,"height":1440},{"@type":"WebSite","@id":"https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/#website","url":"https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/","name":"SnowTrex Ski Magazine","description":"Everything about skiing, snowboarding and winter holidays!","publisher":{"@id":"https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/#organization"},"inLanguage":"en-GB"},{"@type":"Organization","@id":"https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/#organization","name":"TravelTrex GmbH","url":"https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/","logo":{"@type":"ImageObject","inLanguage":"en-GB","@id":"https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/#\/schema\/logo\/image\/","url":"","contentUrl":"","caption":"TravelTrex GmbH"},"image":{"@id":"https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/#\/schema\/logo\/image\/"},"sameAs":["https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/SnowTrex.de\/","https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/snowtrex_ski\/"],"description":"SnowTrex has been Germany's leading tour operator for skiing holidays since 1999. The company markets its offers in 13 languages and brings over 100,000 guests a year to popular destinations such as Austria, France, Italy, Switzerland and Germany.","email":"info-uk@snowtrex.com","telephone":"+44 34 539 964 07","legalName":"TravelTrex GmbH","foundingDate":"1999-07-01","vatID":"DE 813 076 768","numberOfEmployees":{"@type":"QuantitativeValue","minValue":"51","maxValue":"200"}},{"@type":"Person","@id":"https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/#\/schema\/person\/95d171bb0d9656580c76b4921e86477a","name":"SnowTrex","description":"The editorial team at SnowTrex magazine brings together experienced winter sports enthusiasts and travel experts who channel their passion into well-researched articles about ski resorts, equipment and travel tips. Since 1999, SnowTrex has been Germany's leading tour operator for skiing holidays. The company markets its offers in 13 languages and brings over 100,000 guests a year to popular destinations such as Austria, France, Italy, Switzerland and Germany.","sameAs":["https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/","https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/snowtrex\/","https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/snowtrex_ski\/","https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/c\/SnowTrex"]}]}},"wp-worthy-pixel":{"ignored":false,"public":null,"server":null,"url":null},"wp-worthy-type":"normal","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/65312","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/173"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=65312"}],"version-history":[{"count":4,"href":"https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/65312\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":65368,"href":"https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/65312\/revisions\/65368"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/53764"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=65312"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=65312"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=65312"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}