The Thyon/Les Collons region is at the end of the huge Verbier 4 Vallees ski area just 20 minutes from Sion and less than 2 hours from Geneva. It is East and South facing with panoramic views of the Dent Blanche and the Matterhorn. The perfect resort for alpine skiers.
The village of Les Collons lies on three parallel terraces nestled between steeply sloped larch and pine forests. At 1800m the village is snow sure with fast, direct access to the Verbier ski area. There is a reasonable choice of restaurants and shops but the beauty of the resort is that beneath the village there are only detached chalets and these are dotted over the slopes giving a wonderful feeling of space and glorious views.
The skiing
Skiers and snowboarders of all abilities enjoy discovering Les Collons’ extensive pistes.
Mountain restaurants abound and pistes are always well maintained and patrolled. Les Collons, in the same way as the whole “4 Vallées” region, has invested heavily in modern snow-making facilities with the result that good skiing can usually be assured throughout the season.
Beginners are well catered for and intermediate and advanced skiers and boarders appreciate the varied terrain, including the famous “Piste de l’Ours”World Cup run.
Après ski
All groups visiting Les Collons will enjoy a varied après-ski and evening entertainment programme. Facilities in Les Collons include a wide choice of cafés, bars and restaurants, as well as an indoor swimming pool at nearby Thyon 2000.
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