
Valberg / Beuil les Launes
Resort Overview
Valberg ski resort delivers exceptional Alpine skiing just 80 kilometres from Nice and the Mediterranean coast, offering 90 kilometres of diverse terrain spanning elevations from 1,412 to 2,020 metres. This historic Southern Alps destination, established in 1936 as the first ski resort in the Alpes-Maritimes, combines modern facilities with authentic mountain village charm at the gateway to Mercantour National Park. The connected Beuil les Launes ski resort expands the terrain to over 130 kilometres of combined alpine and Nordic trails, creating one of the largest ski domains in the Maritime Alps while maintaining an intimate, family-focused atmosphere.
Trails & Terrain
Trails
Total Runs
42
Total Area
90km
55.9 miles
Valberg / Beuil les Launes Lift System
The Valberg ski resort operates an efficient network of 23 lifts serving the entire mountain terrain, including modern chairlifts, surface lifts, and the distinctive Valberg Express gondola system. With a vertical drop of 608 metres and uphill capacity for 21,000 skiers per hour, the lift infrastructure ensures minimal queuing and maximum slope time across 52 marked pistes. The Beuil les Launes sector adds strategic lift connections linking the two resort areas via La Condamine and Les Launes, creating seamless access to the full 130-kilometre domain. Recent upgrades include eight automatic QR code checkouts and expanded snowmaking coverage across 85% of the terrain.
Lifts
Total Lifts
23
Lift Types
5
Location & Getting There
Strategically positioned in the Alpes-Maritimes just 75 minutes from Nice Côte d'Azur Airport, Valberg ski resort offers the unique advantage of Mediterranean accessibility combined with authentic Alpine terrain. The resort sits at 1,700 metres elevation in the heart of the Southern Alps, directly adjacent to Mercantour National Park with panoramic views extending to Mont Mounier and the Saint Honorat mountain range. Beuil les Launes occupies a historic medieval setting 78 kilometres from Nice, connected to the main Valberg domain while maintaining its distinct character as a traditional mountain village. This exceptional location allows visitors to enjoy both Alpine skiing and potential Mediterranean coastal excursions during their stay.
Valberg / Beuil les Launes
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Season Info
Valberg ski resort typically operates from mid-December through early April, with peak conditions during January through March when the resort receives an annual average of 186 centimetres of snowfall. The elevated location and predominantly north-facing slopes at Beuil les Launes ensure reliable snow retention throughout the season, while extensive artificial snowmaking using only water and air covers 85% of the skiable terrain. March delivers the most consistent powder conditions with an average of 56 centimetres during peak weeks. The sunny Southern Alps location provides over 300 days of sunshine annually, creating ideal spring skiing conditions well into April.
Current Season
2025-2026
Opening Day
12/20/2025
Closing Day
4/6/2026
Days Open
108
Annual Snowfall
Metric
4m
400cm
Imperial
13.1ft
157in
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