Les Deux Alpes is a ski resort in France with 225 km of pistes and 47 lifts. Skiing reaches up to 3 600 m above sea level and the village sits at 1 650 m. Accommodation with lift pass included can be booked directly, you arrange your own travel there.
Les Deux Alpes is one of France's most popular ski resorts, known for glacier skiing up to 3,600 metres and a lively après-ski scene. The village stretches along a long main street at 1,650 metres in the Oisans region, just an hour from Grenoble. The resort attracts a young, international crowd looking for good skiing at reasonable prices.
The ski area offers 225km of pistes with a truly distinctive terrain profile. The glacier at the top provides wide, beginner-friendly runs at altitude, while the middle sections have technical red pistes through varied terrain. The lowest sections back down to the village contain some of the resort's most challenging black runs, with steep, narrow passages through the forest belt.
Les Deux Alpes has one of Europe's largest glaciers open for skiing, and you can ski here even in summer. The glacier is also home to one of the world's most famous snowparks, making the resort a favourite among freestyle skiers and snowboarders.
Après-ski is a big part of the experience in Les Deux Alpes. The main street is full of bars, restaurants and nightclubs, and the atmosphere is lively and fun. Prices are noticeably lower than in the most exclusive French resorts, making Les Deux Alpes an affordable option in the French Alps.
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Book a ski holiday in Les Deux AlpesPistes and lifts in Les Deux Alpes
Les Deux Alpes offers 225km of pistes and 47 lifts, from the village at 1,650m up to the glacier at 3,600m. This gives one of the biggest vertical drops in the Alps. The glacier area has wide beginner-friendly runs, the middle section offers varied red pistes, and the lowest sections have challenging black runs through the forest. The snowpark on the glacier is one of the best in Europe.
Piste map for Les Deux Alpes
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Best time to travel to Les Deux Alpes
December to April for the winter season. January and February offer the best snow across the whole ski area. The glacier provides summer skiing in June and July. March and April offer sunny skiing with reliable snow at altitude.
How to get to Les Deux Alpes
You arrange your own travel, and many drive their own car. Taking the Eurotunnel from Folkestone and arriving at Calais, it's roughly 939 km to Les Deux Alpes, around 9,8 hours of pure driving time through France. Remember that studded tyres are banned in France and Germany.
Les Deux Alpes is suitable for
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See prices for ski holidays in Les Deux AlpesFrequently asked questions about Les Deux Alpes
Yes, the glacier at 3,600 metres offers summer skiing, usually from mid-June to the end of July. It's a popular summer training camp for competitive skiers and freestyle enthusiasts. The snowpark on the glacier is open during the summer.
Les Deux Alpes is one of Europe's best snowboarding destinations. The glacier is home to a large snowpark with jumps, rails and a halfpipe. The terrain across the whole ski area suits snowboarding well, with wide pistes and natural freeriding opportunities.
Les Deux Alpes is noticeably cheaper than exclusive resorts such as Val d'Isère and Courchevel. Apartment stays are affordable, and food and drink cost significantly less. The lift pass is also cheaper than in the large interconnected ski areas.
