An outstanding list of accolades for an outstanding ski area
From international portals to national certifications, Les 3 Vallées and its resorts regularly receive awards and accolades recognising their skiing, visitor welcome, family offering and environmental commitments. These distinctions highlight the quality of the ski area, the variety of experiences on offer and the initiatives undertaken by the resorts to improve the visitor experience and protect their environment.
This page provides a summary for editorial teams, making it easier to identify the main awards and certifications and understand what they recognise.
Les 3 Vallées: Test Winner Ski Resort Size 2026
Skiresort.info
Top score of 5 out of 5 stars in the ‘Ski Resort Size’ category. The accolade recognises the size of the ski area and its 600 km of interconnected ski-in/ski-out slopes.
Les 3 Vallées: 5-Star Ski Resort 2026
Skiresort.info
With an overall rating of 4.7 out of 5, Les 3 Vallées has been awarded ‘5-Star Ski Resort’ status and the ‘World-class’ distinction.
Courchevel: Famille Plus certification
Famille Plus
Certified since 2010, Courchevel is recognised for its welcome, services and activities tailored to families and children.
Courchevel: Station Verte certification
Station Verte
Awarded in 2017, this certification recognises Courchevel’s commitment to ecotourism, outdoor leisure activities and the promotion of its natural environment.
Courchevel: Qualité Tourisme certification
Qualité Tourisme
Courchevel Tourist Office is committed to this national scheme, which promotes high standards of visitor welcome, information and services.
Méribel: Flocon Vert certification
Mountain Riders
In 2024, Méribel was awarded Flocon Vert certification at the ‘two snowflakes’ level, which assesses the environmental, social and economic strategy of mountain destinations.
Méribel: Best Resort for Expert Skiers 2025
Snomad Ski Resort Awards
Méribel won bronze worldwide with a rating of 4.70 out of 5 in the category dedicated to expert skiers.
Brides-les-Bains: Healthy Eating Label
Brides-les-Bains Tourist Office
Created in 2013, this label recognises establishments offering balanced cuisine tailored to Brides-les-Bains’ positioning as a spa destination.
Les Menuires: Famille Plus certification
Famille Plus
Certified since 2006, Les Menuires is recognised for its range of services, activities and entertainment for families.
Saint-Martin-de-Belleville: Destination d’Excellence certification
Atout France
In 2026, Saint-Martin-de-Belleville Tourist Office was awarded this French state certification, recognising the quality of its welcome and services, as well as its responsible commitments.
Belleville Valley: Flocon Vert certification
Mountain Riders
The Belleville Valley has held Flocon Vert certification since 2022, recognising its region-wide approach to environmental and social transition.
Belleville Valley: Esprit parc national certification
Vanoise National Park
Several businesses and activities in the Belleville Valley hold this certification, which recognises organisations committed to the values of Vanoise National Park.
Val Thorens: World’s Best Ski Resort 2025
World Ski Awards
In 2025, Val Thorens won the world title for the tenth time, following previous wins in 2013, 2014, every year from 2016 to 2020, 2023 and 2024.
Val Thorens: France’s Best Ski Resort 2025
World Ski Awards
In 2025, Val Thorens was named France’s Best Ski Resort for the 13th consecutive time, having won every edition since 2013.
Val Thorens: Famille Plus certification
Famille Plus
Val Thorens holds Famille Plus certification for its range of activities, services and facilities tailored to families and children.
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