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Les Masses Ski Resort Review

Wertu ski expert
May 4, 2024

Boasting an impressive altitude and direct access to the Four Valleys, Les Masses offers a serene ski experience with pristine slopes, modern lifts, and stunning views of the Matterhorn and Dent Blanche.

Les Masses overview

Stats

4.4
/5
Rating
1550
m
Resort height
3330
m
Summit

KM of slopes

107
Beginners
202
Intermediates
107
Experts
412
Total

Best for

Poor
Fun
Experts
Boarders
Fun
Fun
Fun
Couples
Snowparks

Les Masses for beginners

Beginners rating -
107
Perfect
Les Masses is a great choice for beginners, offering a variety of gentle slopes and a dedicated ski school for those new to the sport. The resort features easy-to-use lifts, providing beginners with easy access to the slopes. Despite being a popular resort, it maintains a good safety record and is less crowded, allowing beginners to learn and practice at their own pace.

Les Masses for intermediates

Intermediates rating -
Fun
Perfect
Intermediate skiers will find Les Masses to be a great fit with its wide range of blue and red pistes. The resort is known for its high-altitude slopes, providing reliable snow conditions and stunning panoramic views. The challenging red runs from the top of the Etherolla lift and the long, sweeping blue runs back to the resort are particularly popular among intermediate skiers.

Les Masses for advanced

Advanced skiers rating -
Experts
Perfect
Advanced skiers will find Les Masses a thrilling playground. The resort offers a variety of challenging black runs, including the notorious 'Piste de l'Ours', known for its steep descents and demanding moguls. Additionally, the off-piste opportunities are abundant, with the 'Mont Fort' area providing a particularly exhilarating experience for those seeking a challenge.

Les Masses for snowboarders

Snowboarders rating -
Boarders
Perfect
Les Masses is a snowboarder's delight with its wide, open pistes and off-piste opportunities. The resort is known for its long, sweeping runs that are perfect for carving, and the lack of crowds means snowboarders can enjoy their ride without interruption. Additionally, the resort's high altitude ensures good snow conditions throughout the season, making it a reliable choice for snowboarders.

Les Masses for off-pistes

Off-pistes rating -
Fun
Perfect
The off-piste opportunities at Les Masses are abundant, with a variety of terrains to suit all levels of freeriders. The area is known for its deep powder and steep, challenging slopes that will test even the most experienced skiers. Additionally, the resort's high altitude ensures excellent snow conditions throughout the season, making it a top choice for those seeking fresh tracks and untouched terrain.

Les Masses for families

Families rating -
Fun
Perfect
Les Masses is a great choice for families, offering a range of accommodations close to the ski lifts and a variety of family-friendly amenities. The resort features a dedicated beginner's area, making it an ideal place for young or novice skiers to learn and practice. Off the slopes, families can enjoy a range of activities such as snowshoeing and sledging. The resort's unique feature is its quiet and peaceful atmosphere, providing a relaxing retreat for families after a day on the slopes.

Les Masses apres-ski

Apres-ski rating -
Perfect
Fun
Les Masses offers a more relaxed après-ski atmosphere, perfect for those who prefer a quiet drink after a day on the slopes. The resort's main bar, Le Bois Sauvage, is a popular spot for a laid-back evening, offering a selection of local wines and beers. For those seeking a bit more excitement, a short drive to nearby Thyon 2000 opens up a range of livelier options, including the popular disco, Cosmos.

Les Masses

food scene

Les Masses food scene

Les Masses is a great choice for families, offering a range of accommodations close to the ski lifts and a variety of family-friendly amenities. The resort features a dedicated beginner's area, making it an ideal place for young or novice skiers to learn and practice. Off the slopes, families can enjoy a range of activities such as snowshoeing and sledging. The resort's unique feature is its quiet and peaceful atmosphere, providing a relaxing retreat for families after a day on the slopes.