Set on a sunny plateau at 1,750m in France's Maurienne Valley, La Toussuire is the highest gateway into Les Sybelles, one of the largest linked ski areas in the world. The resort was built in the 1960s and has grown steadily since, blending a compact, largely pedestrianised centre with newer chalet-style developments on its edges. Views from the upper slopes stretch across to the Aiguilles d'Arves, the Belledonne massif, and on clear days, Mont Blanc, and the whole area has a distinctly local, unhurried feel that belies the scale of skiing available.

The Les Sybelles network connects five resorts across 310km of pistes and 120 runs, with La Toussuire's own slopes fanning out across wide, sun-drenched bowls from the Côte du Bois gondola. Gentle slopes and learning zones across the network make it a strong beginner destination, while the predominantly blue and red terrain suits intermediates perfectly, with roughly 70% of the area at their level. The black Casse Pipe and off-piste around L'Ouillon and Grand Truc add challenge for stronger skiers. With a summit at 2,620m and snowmaking covering key runs, snow conditions hold well through the season, which typically runs from mid-December through to mid-April.

Away from the slopes, La Toussuire has a relaxed atmosphere with enough going on to fill rest days comfortably. The pedestrianised main street is lined with restaurants, shops, and bars, and activities like snowshoeing, fat biking, and snowmobiling provide alternatives to skiing. The Savoyard food scene here is the real deal: fondue, tartiflette, and Beaufort cheese from the neighbouring Arvan Valley, best enjoyed on a sun terrace with a glass of Génépi.