Les Deux Alpes
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Welcome to Les Deux Alpes Ski Resort
- Family-friendly ski resort for all abilities
- High altitude and glacier skiing
- Lively après scene and traditional French dining
Say "bonjour" to powder paradise. Les Deux Alpes in the Ecrins mountains offers some of the French Alps' highest ski slopes. Hop on the central funicular and ski non-stop from 3,600m on the glacier down to Mont de Lans – a vertical drop of 2,300m!
A Les Deux Alpes ski holiday is ideal for beginners, with many of the easy slopes situated high on the mountain. Intermediates will enjoy the 200km of smooth, cruisy corduroy, and there’s plenty of challenging runs and powder opportunities for the more experienced skiers. For the freestyle enthusiasts, Les Deux Alpes’ freestyle park and slopestyle area offers rails, boxes, and kickers.
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Resort Information
Resort Altitude
1650m
Total Piste KM
200km
No. Skilifts
48
Snow Range
1300m-3570m
Les Deux Alpes ski runs & ratings
TOTAL: 200km
Beginner
6/10
(Distance: 110km)
Intermediate
7/10
(Distance: 56km)
Advanced
8/10
(Distance: 34km)
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Things to do in Les Deux Alpes
- Big Air Park - Zip down the slopes in toboggans and giant double rubber rings.
- Helicopter rides & paragliding - Soar above the jagged, snowy peaks and massifs of Les Deux Alpes via chopper or tandem paraglider.
- Ice Cave 3400m - Take the funicular to explore 1000-year-old glacier caves and ice sculptures.
- Winter hikes & snowshoeing - Explore well-groomed snowshoe and hiking routes through the Vallée Blanche.
- Espace 1800 Spa - Indulge in some mountain zen with saunas, spas, jacuzzis and more.
Restaurants in Les Deux Alpes
- Le Rustique - Warm up with a traditional Savoyard feast, including steaming fondues and gooey raclettes.
- Le Trappeur - Authentic alpine tavern specialising in dishes of raw fish and meats with lashings of French savoir-faire.
- Croc'Cicou Snack Montagnard - Want fab and fuss-free? This snack shack serves up loaded paninis and sweet crepes.
- O Wasabi Mountains - Craving some sushi? Head here for some seriously tasty California Rolls and Sake Sashimi. Delish!
Nightlife in Les Deux Alpes
Après in Les Deux Alpes is légendaire. It's 30 bars have something for everyone, from hardcore ravers to fine wine connoisseurs.
- Pano Bar - Head straight to the Pano Bar on your last run of the day for frothy beers and table dancing to live DJ sets.
- Le Saloon (aka Smokey Joes) - Good beer, live music, open-mic nights... this lively sports bar won’t disappoint.
- Les Lutins - On bluebird days, Les Lutins' sunny terrace is the place to be. Soak up those chilled French vibes!
- Polar Bear Club - Warm the cockles with spicy vin chaud and log burners before hitting the shots and dancing the night away.
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FAQs about Les Deux Alpes ski holidays
Your questions answered by our Les Deux Alpes ski expert
Is Les Deux Alpes good for skiing?
Yes, Les Deux Alpes is one of France’s most popular ski resorts, well known for its varied terrain and long, cruisy runs for all levels. Days here are all about skiing all day, partying all night, with a lively apres-ski scene that’ll have you dancing on the tables until the wee hours - cheers!
Is a Les Deux Alpes ski holiday snow sure?
Yes, Les Deux Alpes is generally very snow-sure, thanks to its high-altitude glacier skiing, which allows skiers and snowboarders to traverse the slopes nearly year-round.
What are the snow conditions in Les Deux Alpes?
The main ski season runs from mid-December to mid-April, but look at booking a Les Deux Alpes ski holiday mid-February onwards for the best powder. January tends to be cold, dry and sunny – thermal underwear is a must – and you’ll have plenty of space on quieter pistes. This high-altitude French resort is also good for April getaways and warmer springtime skiing. With slopes facing every point of the compass and glacier runs high up, there are always snowy pistes ready to explore.
When’s the best time to book a Les Deux Alpes ski holiday?
January to March is the prime time to book a Les Deux Alpes ski holiday, as the season’s most reliable snowfall occurs then. December ski holidays in Les Deux Alpes are also an excellent option for families, with Christmas magic transforming the resort into a winter wonderland during the festive period.
- January Les Deux Alpes ski holidays are ideal for groups of friends or couples seeking quiet pistes between the Christmas and Half Term rushes, with plenty of snow and the slopes at their least crowded.
- February ski holidays to Les Deux Alpes welcome families with open arms, with the half-term holidays offering the perfect opportunity to enrol the kids in ski school lessons while you explore the slopes.
- March Les Deux Alpes ski trips are perfect for groups, families, and solo travellers to soak up the sunshine with bluebird skies, warmer temperatures, and longer days on the slopes. Apreol Sptriz anyone?
Is Les Deux Alpes ski resort high altitude?
Yes. Les Deux Alpes is regarded as a high-altitude resort, sitting at 1,650m with its glacier reaching approximately 3,600m, making it one of the highest ski resorts in the world. This grants it one of Europe’s most dependable and excellent snow seasons.
Is Les Deux Alpes good for beginner ski holidays?
Yes, Les Deux Alpes is an excellent resort for beginner skiing holidays. Dedicated beginner ski zones and fantastic nursery slopes near the village make it accessible and friendly for first-timers.
Is Les Deux Alpes suitable for family ski trips?
Yes, Les Deux Alpes is a great choice for family ski trips, offering family-friendly accommodation, ski schools, and plenty of off-slope activities perfect for your pack of piste pups.
Is Les Deux Alpes good for expert and advanced skiers?
Yes. Advanced skiers and snowboarders are treated to a smorgasbord of varied and challenging terrain on the Les Deux Alpes glacier, including the bowls and chutes of “Grand Couloir” for off-piste powder hounds to enjoy.
If you wish to explore further, a connection to La Grave offers even more off-piste skiing opportunities.
Are ski holidays to Les Deux Alpes good for non-skiers?
Yes, Les Deux Alpes is an excellent pick for non-skiers in your group too, with plenty of snowshoeing and mountain walks to enjoy during the day, shopping and restaurants for relaxed afternoons, and a selection of fantastic spas and saunas to truly unwind among the glacier slopes come evening. Bliss!
Is Les Deux Alpes good for snowboarders?
Yes, Les Deux Alpes is a fantastic snowboard holiday destination, with its high-altitude glacier terrain keeping its extensive pistes well coated in the white stuff, while the snowpark keeps freestyle riders thoroughly entertained from dawn till dusk. Dubbed the “Best snowpark in France”, this 2,600m snowpark in the Toura sector features an ‘Easy Park’, slopestyle, Big Air, Boardercross, as well as Axe and half pipes - talk about gnarly!
Is Les Deux Alpes ski resort easy to get to?
Yes. Les Deux Alpes is easily reachable by road and is close to several major airports, making it a popular destination for ski weekends and short breaks.
Grenoble Alpes Isère Airport (GNB) is the nearest airport, with transfers taking approximately 1.5 to 2.5 hours depending on conditions and whether you opt for a coach, shuttle, or private transfer.
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