Set on a sunny plateau at 1,750m in the Maurienne Valley, La Toussuire is one of those resorts that quietly gets everything right. It sits at the heart of the Les Sybelles ski area - France's fourth largest, linking six villages across 310km of interconnected pistes - yet it keeps a distinctly local, unhurried feel. 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 stretch across to the Aiguilles d'Arves, the Belledonne massif, and on clear days, Mont Blanc. For UK families and groups looking for a proper ski holiday without the crowds or price tags of the big-name resorts, La Toussuire is a smart choice.

From the resort, the Cote du Bois gondola connects you to the upper slopes where 55km of La Toussuire's own runs fan out across wide, sun-drenched bowls. The terrain leans towards blues and reds - ideal for building confidence and covering ground - while the broader Sybelles network opens up even more variety. With a summit at 2,620m and a season running from mid-December to mid-April, snow conditions hold well through the winter months, supported by snowmaking across key runs.

Away from the slopes, La Toussuire has a relaxed, family-friendly atmosphere with enough going on to fill rest days comfortably. The pedestrianised main street is lined with restaurants, shops, and bars. There's bowling, a cinema, snowshoeing, fat biking, and snowmobiling for those who want variety. The Savoyard food scene here is the real deal - think fondue, tartiflette, and Beaufort cheese from the neighbouring Arvan Valley. Check out La Toussuire ski deals to start planning your trip.