57points
Val Thorens
98points
Zermatt
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Val Thorens vs Zermatt
Val Thorens
Zermatt
How does Val Thorens compare to Zermatt?
- 21meters higher mountain height?
2300metersvs2279meters - 4 more ski trails (low difficulty)?
33vs29 - 14.2inches more snowfall (December)?
85inchesvs70.8inches - 259.15$ cheaper season ticket price?
1 204.85$vs1464$ - 41.2inches more snowfall (March)?
134.5inchesvs93.3inches - 34.1inches more snowfall (February)?
130.5inchesvs96.4inches - 15.7inches more snowfall (January)?
92inchesvs76.3inches - 1months more months open each year?
5.5monthsvs4.5months
How does Zermatt compare to Val Thorens?
- 79 more ski slopes?
147vs68 - 32 more restaurants/bars?
82vs50 - 50km bigger skiable area?
200kmvs150km - 42km closer to nearest airport?
80kmvs122km - 45 more ski trails (medium difficulty)?
72vs27 - 19 more ski trails (high difficulty)?
27vs8 - 43 more restaurants/bars on the slopes?
52vs9 - The resort is serviced by public transport?
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General info
A nearby airport is ideal, as journeying by car or bus through mountainous areas can take longer than on flat terrain.
The height of the mountain is the difference in height between the lowest and highest point. Tall mountains can offer longer pistes, better views, and often better snowfall.
The opening hours is the average number of hours per day that the resort is open for skiing. Long opening hours mean you can go for an early ski, or have a long sleep and go later.
The summit is higher above sea level. This means the mountain can have lots of snow, even in springtime.
In general, cities with possibility of drinking alcohol in public places have more thriving nightlife. It's easier to organize parties in public places. Source: Wikipedia, 2022; city's official website, 2022.
6.Global Cities Index
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The Global Cities Index is unique in that it measures global engagement of cities across five dimensions: business activity, human capital, information exchange, cultural experience and political engagement. Source: ATKearney, 2022.
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The resort has dedicated on site childrens clubs, so no need to worry about a babysitter.
A longer ski season offers more flexibility on when to visit.
Skiing
The total number of ski slopes available at the resort.
The size of area available for skiers to enjoy on the mountain as measured in kilometres.
Ski trail difficulty is measured in "percent slope", a system in which a 100% slope equals a 45-degree angle. Medium difficulty trails (marked with a blue square) have a slope gradient between 25% and 40%. These trails are ideal for regular skiers.
In resorts which allow off piste-skiing, you can ski anywhere which is great for adventurous types. However, there are hazards such cliff edges, avalanches or simply getting lost and suffering exhaustion.
This is the amount of people that can be transported by ski lifts etc. per hour. A bigger uphill capacity can indicate less waiting time, although it will be affected by how busy the resort is.
Ski trail difficulty is measured in "percent slope", a system in which a 100% slope equals a 45-degree angle. High-difficulty trails (marked with a black diamond) have a slope gradient of more than 40%; such trails are designed for experienced skiers who enjoy a good challenge.
Ski trail difficulty is measured in "percent slope", a system in which a 100% slope equals a 45-degree angle. Low difficulty trails (marked with a green circle) have a slope gradient between 6% and 25%. Resorts with a lot of low difficulty trails are ideal for beginners.
The longest ski run at the resort. A longer run can be more challenging and will test your endurance.
Cross-country skiing is an Olympic sport that provides great exercise for both the upper and lower body. Resorts that keep the cross-country skiing trails open for the general public attract professional and casual skiers.
Leisure
More restaurants and bars can indicate a lively nightlife, as well as offering visitors more choice.
Rather than having to trek back to the base of the mountain, it is a lot more convenient to have restaurants and bars on the slopes.
3.number of cinemas
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Source: Wikipedia, 2022; city's official website, 2022.
4.number of museums
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Source: Wikipedia, 2022; city's official website, 2022.
Hiking trails allow you to explore the mountain on foot and take in some of the breathtaking views from the mountain’s peak.
6.number of theaters
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Source: Wikipedia, 2022; city's official website, 2022.
After a day out in the snow, you can get warm and relaxed in the spa.
At the ice rink you can get your skates on and try your hand at a different winter sport.
This is a long track, usually made of concrete covered in ice. They are used for bobsledding, and some can be used for other sports such as luge and skeleton.
Facilities
The resort will be more easily accessible when serviced by public transport. It is also usually cheaper than other modes of transport.
With more hostels and hotels at the resort you have a range to choose from.
A chalet is a type of house commonly found in ski resorts. Renting your own chalet can be fun and can often work out cheaper than staying in a hotel.
Bigger number of kindergartens makes it easier to combine career opportunities with bringing up a child. Source: city's official stats, 2022.
The resort offers facilities so that companies and organisations can hold conferences or other corporate events.
Five star hotels at the resort can indicate prestige. It can provide luxurious accommodation to those wanting to spend a bit more.
Camping can offer a cheaper alternative to hotels or B&B’s, and can provide a fun outdoors experience - although it might not be ideal in winter!
Snowfall
1.seasonal snowfall
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The average snowfall each season as measured in inches. The more snowfall there is, the more powdery and fluffy the ski slopes will be.
Average snowfall in the month of December.
Average snowfall in the month of November.
4.snowfall october
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Average snowfall in the month of October.
5.snowfall may
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Average snowfall in the month of May.
Average snowfall in the month of March.
Average snowfall in the month of February.
8.snowfall september
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Average snowfall in the month of September.
9.snowfall august
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Average snowfall in the month of August.
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