"A hidden gem": this small resort in the 3 Vallées is well worth a visit

In the shadow of the big 3 Vallées resorts, Orelle cultivates its discretion and authenticity. Located in the Maurienne, this little-known gem appeals to skiers looking for tranquillity and unspoilt open spaces. Here, there are no long queues at the lifts and no noisy hustle and bustle, just raw, mineral scenery, unspoilt nature and an atmosphere where silence reigns supreme.

À OrelleA different way to enjoy skiing. Away from the major tourist flows, this little-known sector of the 3 Valleys offers uncrowded pistes and an intimate atmosphere.

For adrenalin-seeking skiers and snowboarders, it's also an exceptional playground, with long descents and fabulous off-piste itineraries, particularly around Cime Caron. A rare luxury in such a popular area.

Since December 2021, a revolution has been transforming access to the summits. The Orelle-Caron cable car, a real technological feat, links Plan Bouchet to Cime Caron (3,200 m) in just 7 minutes.

Now skiers departing from Orelle can reach the highest points of the 3 Vallées faster than ever before, with direct access to Val Thorens and the area's vast ski area.

Orelle or The Fourth Valley

Orelle lacks the traditional charm of Savoyard villages with carved wooden chalets, but it offers much more: total immersion in the raw, untamed mountain world.

With its south-facing slopes, glacial valleys, craggy ridges and steep slopes, it's the ideal playground for lovers of the great outdoors. Each descent is a unique experience, a moment suspended in a grandiose setting where only the sound of your skis resounds.

Orelle may be a haven of peace, but it's also a resort that hasn't forgotten about thrills. For a unique experience, try the Orelle Tyrolean traverse, a suspended flight at over 100 km/h, linking the Cime Caron to Val Thorens with a breathtaking view.

And for those who like to combine skiing and exploring, the opportunities for ski touring or snowshoeing offer sumptuous panoramas and a rare closeness to the wilderness.

Why choose Orelle?

• Less people, more space An unspoilt ski area, far from the hustle and bustle of the big resorts.
• Express access to the 3 Vallées thanks to the new Orelle-Caron cable car.
• Spectacular landscapes and raw nature total immersion skiing.
• Thrills and spills with the zip line at OrelleA vertiginous descent between sky and mountains.