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fraSki offers Tignes
The Tignes station is very popular in the French Alps for having one of the best skiable glaciers in the world: La Grande Motte. In addition, it offers no less than 150 kilometers of slopes, a paradise for snow lovers. Another excuse to go on your next winter getaway: here you will find the best offers for ski passes and hotel in Tignes.
Ski Weeks in Tignes
Tignes Ski pass and hotel packages
Ski Weeks in Tignes
Tignes Ski pass and hotel packages
Christmas Ski Holidays in Tignes
Christmas Ski deals in Tignes resort
Christmas Ski Holidays in Tignes
Christmas Ski deals in Tignes resort
Information for skiing in Espace Killy
Tignes ski resort is located in the French Alps, near the Italian border. It offers 150 kilometres of slopes and constitutes, together with its neighbour resort Val d’Isère, the skiable domain of Espace Killy, which counts in 300 kilometres of slopes and is one of the biggest skiable domains in the world.
Tignes is a young and cosmopolitan resort. The most famous djs in the international electronic scene play at its après ski pubs. Its Grande Motte glacier allows summer skiing.
FAQs
When does the 2023-2024 season start and end in Tignes?
We are looking forward to skiing in Tignes in the French Alps. The ski season in the Tignes ski resort normally runs from mid-November to early May. With one exception: the Grande Motte glacier area opens in October and closes in July, so you can still ski in summer on these high-altitude slopes.
How many kilometres and slopes are there in the Tignes ski area?
The Tignes ski resort has a skiable area of 150 kilometres, with 74 slopes divided into different levels of difficulty: 6 green slopes with free ski lifts, 33 blue slopes, 19 red slopes and 16 black slopes. In addition to skiing on the slopes, there are other recreational areas and a wide range of activities to round off the day.
Does Tignes have snowparks and off-piste areas?
Yes, the Tignes ski resort has several recreational areas for freestyle skiers: two snowparks, a Gliss'Park for the whole family to enjoy, a boardercross, a halfpipe, as well as a sledging area (at Le Lac and Lavachet) and 9 slalom areas. In addition, there are off-piste skiing areas in Tignes, where we recommend you go with a guide.
When is the best time to ski in Tignes ski resort?
The good thing about the ski resort of Tignes is that its season is quite long, so you can choose. Our recommendation is to go on holidays and long weekends but avoid the ones with bank holiday in France. In December at the Alps, there are better prices, there are not too many people and the weather in Tignes is not extreme: it is still not as cold as in January and February. Skiing in June or July on the Grande Motte glacier is another great experience.
Is there a ski equipment rental service in Tignes?
Yes, if you don't have your own ski equipment, don't worry, you can rent it in the ski resort of Tignes. There is a ski equipment rental service in Tignes at the shops in the Val Claret area and in Le Lac. In addition, many hotels and flats also offer the possibility of renting skis without leaving the establishment, for greater convenience.
Does the resort have ski lockers?
Yes, there are several ski lockers around the Tignes ski resort so that you can leave your equipment in a safe place without worrying about it. For example, in the slalom arenas or in the various resorts with facilities. The accommodation in Tignes also often offers a ski locker service, ask about this option.
Can I ski at night in Tignes?
No. Unfortunately, you won't be able to ski at night in the ski resort of Tignes. However, it is not the best time to ski at night either, as temperatures plummet in the French Alps when the sun goes down. However, there is another unique experience: summer skiing on the Grande Motte glacier, which is usually open in June and July.
