The resort

A skiers secret paradise waiting to be discovered

The ski resort of Alpe d’Huez has been a well-kept secret by the French for years. High up in the mountains in a sunny bowl opposite Les Deux Alpes, it commands spectacular views of the valley below and has become renowned for its sunshine record. Much of the resort is modern, purpose-built and spread out over the hillside, all connected by basket lifts.

The skiing and boarding

Skiing and boarding in Alpe d'Huez offers something for everyone. Beneath the Pic Blanc at 3330 metres is a superbly linked lift system covering 238 kilometres of piste on one ski pass. It is ideal for families and groups of different abilities. For beginners there are easy-to-reach nursery slopes in the centre of the resort. For the early intermediates there are outstanding blues and greens, including tree-lined runs in the Auris and Vaujany areas. Advanced skiers and boarders can enjoy the 16km Sarenne, the longest black run in Europe, the Canyon and some excellent off-piste. If you can contemplate the drop from Le Tunnel you know you’ve cracked the sport! Alpe d’Huez has gained a great reputation amongst snowboarders and includes a permanent natural half-pipe known as Le Couloir.  more >>

The apres ski

Apres ski in the ski resort of Alpe d’Huez offers a lively nightlife with plenty of bars, live music and good discos. A couple of the more popular bars are the Pacific Bar and the British-run Underground Bar for live music. Relax after a good day’s skiing either in the heated outdoor swimming pool, ice skating or by taking advantage of the modern sports centre (indoor pool, indoor tennis, climbing wall, squash and multi-gym). There are good French restaurants, pizzerias, crêperies and gourmet establishments to choose from.  more >>

Alpe d'Huez overview

The mountains surrounding the ski resort of Alpe D’Huez are extensive, and suit all standards of rider making it a fantastic all-round resort. They also benefit from great snow conditions and off-piste. The ski resort of Alpe D’Huez provides a fun and friendly atmosphere. The ski resort of Alpe d’Huez is only an hour from Grenoble airport and while it is less well known than many of the big French resorts, it’s starting to give them a run for their money, and the following of Brits who return year after year is steadily rising.  

The ski resort of Alpe D’Huez has something to suit all levels of skier. There are 245km of ski slopes to keep the intermediate cruiser happy and a number of good ski schools and beginners’ slopes. The ski resort of Alpe D’Huez also has 2 superb parks with a range of kickers and rails to keep freestylers happy and plenty of off-piste adventures for the experienced skier or snowboarder.  Don’t just stick to the easily accessible slopes, if you venture towards the far corners of the Alpe D’Huez ski area you will escape the crowds and find some beautiful runs. Although the sun can affect the condition of the slopes, the high altitude of the mountains, reaching 3330m, pretty much guarantees snow cover in Alpe D’Huez,  

Apres ski in the ski resort of Alpe D’Huez  include tobogganing, driving on ice, paragliding, ice skating, swimming in the indoor heated swimming pool, night skiing, tennis, and yoga. A number of great restaurants serving all sorts of cuisines from snack bars to traditional Savoyard food to pizzas and Tex Mex are also throughout the resort.

the latest snow and weather conditions

Last Snow	1st December		Forecast	Partly Cloudy skies
Lower Snow Depth	40 cm		Upper Snow Depth	110 cm
Conditions	Very good snow		Runs Open	15 %
Last Report Update	4th December 08:30