Valberg is an Alpes-Maritimes village resort located at 1,700 metres altitude, at the gateway to the Mercantour National Park. Created in 1936, it’s one of the earliest resorts in the Southern Alps and among the most accessible from Nice and the French Riviera (1h15 from Nice). Surrounded by larch forests and open landscapes, it charms with its authentic atmosphere, quality services and commitment to sustainable development. Summer and winter, Valberg focuses on living, welcoming mountains that respect their environment.
Valberg
Overview
Valberg
📏 Altitude: 1550 m
🎿 Alpine skiing: 90 km
🌟 Resort style: Village resort
💰 From 37 €/day (2025-2026)
Overview of Valberg
Valberg combines the charm of a mountain village with a well-equipped resort. Its pedestrian centre, shops, varied accommodation (residences, hotels, chalets), restaurants and entertainment make it a pleasant destination to stay in. Human-scale but dynamic, it attracts families, sport enthusiasts and visitors in search of fresh air. The resort is also labelled Flocon Vert, highlighting its ecological commitment and its work on soft mobility, resource management and environmental awareness.
Our review — Valberg
3.0/5
Ski area — key figures — Valberg
- 🌟 Village resort (Alpes-Maritimes)
- 📏 1550 m Village altitude (2066 m Top altitude)
- 🎿 56 runs
🚠 27 ski lifts
Average lift age: 35 years
When to visit
Valberg in summer
In summer at Valberg, the mountains can be discovered gently or in sporting mode. Marked walks for all levels, mountain biking, a 9-hole golf course in the heart of nature, a pumptrack, tree-top adventure courses and donkey treks punctuate the summer season. The resort is also a gateway to the Mercantour National Park. Families appreciate the play areas, playgrounds, the leisure base and the numerous nature activities offered throughout the summer.
🎯 Things to do in summer:
✅ Road cycling • ✅ Enduro MTB • ✅ Hiking • ✅ Rafting
Valberg in winter
In winter, Valberg becomes a complete, family-friendly ski resort, with 90 km of runs suited to all levels, a secured beginner zone and a snowpark. Nordic activities are also in the spotlight: cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, an ice rink and walks on groomed pedestrian paths. The resort centre hosts markets, events and entertainment. Just one hour from the Mediterranean, Valberg offers a real contrast: the pleasures of snow in a typically southern, sunny atmosphere.
🎯 Things to do in winter:
✅ Alpine skiing • ✅ Cross-country skiing • ✅ Snowshoeing
Skiing
Below is an overview of the ski area accessible from Valberg: Beuil les Launes / Valberg (alpin).
Ski area — Beuil les Launes / Valberg
⛰️ Altitudes: 1430 m – 2066 m
🎿 Alpine skiing: 90 km
💰 Day pass: 37 €
The Valberg and Beuil-Les-Launes ski area extends between 1,430 and 2,066 m altitude. It offers around 90 km of runs across 56 descents (12 green, 11 blue, 28 red, 5 black), with a good balance between beginner sectors, technical runs and fun zones. The ski area has snowmaking ensuring good coverage, and the link with Beuil offers superb panoramas. A snowpark, a toboggan piste, freeride zones and a Nordic area complete the offering.
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Ski pass prices — Valberg
Current lift pass prices for ski areas accessible from Valberg.
| Ski area | Day pass | 6-day pass | Season pass | Season (prices) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beuil les Launes / Valberg (alpin skiing) | 37 € | 195 € | 650 € | 2025-2026 |
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