Les Deux Alpes Ski Resort Guide
Les Deux Alpes, France
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| Recommended For | Freeriders, Expert Skiers, Intermediates, Beginners, Snowboarders, Snowfall and Apres-Ski! |
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| Total Piste Length | 220km |
| Highest Lift | 3,600m |
| Resort Height | 1,650m |
| Nearest Airports | Grenoble and Chambery |
| Save on Ski Hire | Save up to 50%  |
Les Deux Alpes
Les Deux Alpes is a premier ski resort in the French Alps. Known for its extensive glacier skiing and lively atmosphere, it's perfect for both skiers and snowboarders.
Summary
With over 220 kilometers of slopes and a glacier reaching 3,600 meters, Les Deux Alpes offers a diverse range of skiing for all levels. The resort boasts a variety of lifts, including the iconic Jandri Express, ensuring easy access to its vast ski areas.
The ski area of Les Deux Alpes is in the French Alps at an altitude of 1,650m, with 220km of marked runs.
Les Deux Alpes is part of the Grande Galaxie ski area with access to 264 marked pistes, served by a total of 150 ski lifts. In addition to the skiing in Les Deux Alpes itself (220km of pisted ski runs), the appropriate ski Lift Pass will allow you to ski or snowboard in the other Grande Galaxie ski resorts of Puy Saint Vincent and Serre Chevalier.
The ski resort itself is at 1,650m, so skiing or boarding back to the resort is usually possible. With ski lifts as high as 3,600m, skiing and snowboarding is assured throughout the season.
Notable Ski Runs
The longest possible descent in Les Deux Alpes is 12km long.
Snow and Weather
Les Deux Alpes enjoys excellent snow reliability, typically with a snow depth of 1-3 meters throughout the season. The glacier ensures consistent snowfall, but skiers are encouraged to check the latest snow conditions on J2Ski for up-to-date information.
When will it snow in Les Deux Alpes?
There is currently no significant snow in the 7-day forecast for Les Deux Alpes.
See our long-range Snow Forecast for the latest update.
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Ski Area Stats
Les Deux Alpes Ski Area
| Black Pistes Expert Trails | 10 | 31km |
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| Red Pistes Intermediate Runs | 18 | 41km |
| Blue Pistes Easy Trails | 42 | 94km |
| Green Pistes Beginner Runs | 19 | 54km |
| Downhill Total Length | 220km | |
| Cross Country Total Length | 20km | |
| Ski Lifts Number of Lifts | 55 | |
Grande Galaxie Ski Area
| Black Pistes Expert Trails | 31 | |
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| Red Pistes Intermediate Runs | 75 | |
| Blue Pistes Easy Trails | 94 | |
| Green Pistes Beginner Runs | 64 | |
| Ski Lifts Number of Lifts | 150 | |
Les Deux Alpes Altitudes
| Highest Lift | 3,600m |
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| Resort Altitude (Les Deux Alpes) | 1,650m |
| Lowest Piste | 1,300m |
| Max Vertical | 2,300m |
Ratings & Suitability
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Skiing
Les Deux Alpes features a remarkable ski area with runs for all abilities. The mountain reaches an elevation of 3,600 meters, providing reliable snow throughout the season, with notable pistes like the famous La Face and the extensive glacier runs. Key lifts include the Jandri Express and the Vallée Blanche, which facilitate access to the expansive terrain.
There are a variety of pistes to suit all levels of skier ability, from Beginner to Expert.
Ski Lessons in Les Deux Alpes
To choose a Ski School, and book Group Ski Lessons or a Private Instructor, see Les Deux Alpes Ski Schools and Les Deux Alpes Ski Instructors.
Snowboarding
Snowboarding enthusiasts will find excellent terrain parks at Les Deux Alpes, including the renowned Snowpark and the Freestyle Park. These areas offer a variety of jumps, rails, and features for all skill levels.
Location and Map
Where is Les Deux Alpes?
This ski resort is in the French Alps in Grenoble, Isère.
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How to get there
By Air
The nearest airport to Les Deux Alpes is Grenoble, 70 minutes drive away.
Chambery, Lyon Bron, Lyon St-Exupéry, Annecy, Turin Caselle, Saint-Étienne and Geneva airports are all within three hours drive.
To reach Les Deux Alpes, the nearest major airports are Grenoble and Chambery, both offering shuttle services to the resort. The drive from Grenoble takes about 1.5 hours via the A480 and N85 roads.
Infrastructure
Ski Lift Capacity
The 55 ski lifts are able to uplift 66,000 skiers and snowboarders every hour.
Snow Making
Snow-making is available, on 30km of ski runs, with 226 snow cannons.
Season Dates
When is Les Deux Alpes open?
We don't currently have confirmed season dates, but hope to soon.
Usual opening is late November (Re-opens for summer skiing from late June to early September. Opens for a week at start November), and usual closing is Late April.
NOTE:- Ski area, lift and piste opening is subject to Current Snow Conditions.
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Aprés Ski
Après-ski in Les Deux Alpes is vibrant, with popular spots like Le Café de la Poste and La Grotte. For nightlife, head to L'Opéra or Le Polaire for a lively atmosphere.
