Le Fornet sits at the far end of the Val d’Isère valley, past the narrows of the gorge section and beyond the main resort clusters. To reach it, you follow the D902 to its end — a 10-minute drive from the town centre — and find the Télécabine du Fornet station at the base of the village. It is the least visited of Val d’Isère’s main access points on most days, and that is part of the reason some coaches and clients prefer it.
Why Le Fornet
The sector leads up to the Glacier du Pisaillas, one of the highest skiing areas in the French Alps at 3,456m. This gives Le Fornet the best snow conditions of any Val d’Isère sector late in the season — the glacier holds good snow through March and into April, when lower sectors can become icy or slushy in the afternoon. It also holds good early-season snow when the main resort is still filling in.
The terrain is suited to intermediate and advanced skiers. Long descent lines from the glacier involve open, sustained slopes — ideal for working on rhythm, carving, and sustained speed. Shorter itineraries on the lower sector are available for those who want access to good snow without committing to glacier altitude. The wider running space and relatively thinner crowds make it a calm environment for technical coaching.
For families who have already visited the main resort and want a different feel, Le Fornet offers the change without a complex transfer. The gondola station at the village is small and organised; mornings start quietly.
How We Meet
We meet at the Télécabine du Fornet station at the end of the D902. Parking is available near the station. The exact meeting point — and whether to arrive from the parking side or the village access — is confirmed when you book. The drive from central Val d’Isère takes around 10 minutes. If you do not have a car, we check the current winter shuttle timetable or arrange a taxi so the start remains simple.
