French ski resorts are by far the most popular places to ski and snowboard for British skiers. Despite routinely skiing in more different countries than any other nation, skiers from the UK still take over half of all their ski holidays in the ski resorts france offers. So why do the world's most travelled skiers prefer French ski resorts?
Some reasons are obvious & more practical - France is Britains closest serious alpine nation, Britons learn French as their second language in school, French ski resorts are closest for short ski breaks and ski weekends...
... other reasons are more subjective - the best ski resorts in france are considered to be among the best winter resorts in the world.
If you're looking for your perfect ski resort france undoubtedly has was you're looking for!
ski resorts in france by type
France is also blessed with the biggest number of ski resorts and their facilities and ambience vary enormously, so here you can find the 10 best French ski resorts for key holiday types, from family ski resorts in france to world class French snowboarding resorts. You can scroll down further to see a list of all of the several hundred major ski resorts in the French Alps and French Pyrenees.
list of all French ski resorts
In France ski resort types are perhaps more diverse than elsewhere. French ski resorts range from the out and out mountain towns like Chamonix, to ultra chic exclusive French ski resorts like Megeve, and purpose built modern ski resorts like Tignes. Each is among the best in its own niche, so you really need to think about what you're looking for from a ski resort in France, before booking a French skiing holiday.
Amazing snow sure skiing for cheap money? Pick a high altitude French resort like Tignes or La Plagne.
Parisian chic in the snow? Stay in a haute society exclusive ski resort in France such as Megeve
Epic off-piste in the landscape of the Gods? Go to an classic mountain mecca like Chamonix.
Full on apres-ski is your top priority? Check in to British party favourite Meribel.
Ski in ski out accommodation? Choose a modern purpose build French ski resort like Avoriaz or Flaine.
The truth is that French ski resorts come in literally every different shape and form and, while most resorts in france are good for most types of skiing and snowboarding, if you know what kind of ski holiday you're looking for and find a French ski resort aimed at exactly your type of winter holidays, you can be sure of a ski trip to remember.
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