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Sainte-Foy Tarentaise Ski Resort Guide

Sainte-Foy Tarentaise, France

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Ski Area Highlights
Recommended ForFreeriders, Intermediates, Snowboarders and Snowfall!
Total Piste Length30km
Highest Lift2,620m
Resort Height1,550m
 Nearest AirportsChambery and Grenoble
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Sainte-Foy Tarentaise

Sainte-Foy Tarentaise is a charming ski resort nestled in the French Alps. It offers a blend of excellent skiing and a family-friendly atmosphere.

 Summary

Sainte-Foy Tarentaise features a variety of runs for all levels, with a focus on off-piste skiing. The resort is known for its stunning views and less crowded slopes, making it a perfect getaway for skiers and snowboarders alike.

The ski area of Sainte-Foy Tarentaise is in the French Alps at an altitude of 1,550m, with 30km of marked runs.

Sainte-Foy Tarentaise has direct access to 30km of downhill skiing, with 14 marked pistes, served by a total of 5 ski lifts.

The ski resort itself is at 1,550m, so skiing or boarding back to the resort is usually possible. With ski lifts as high as 2,620m, skiing and snowboarding is assured throughout the season.

 Notable Ski Runs

The most difficult run is the 'Crystal Dark, No. 2', which is 2km in length.

Snow and Weather

Sainte-Foy Tarentaise typically enjoys good snow reliability, with average snow depths ranging from 100 to 250 cm throughout the season. For the latest snow conditions, be sure to check the updates on J2Ski.

When will it snow in Sainte-Foy Tarentaise?

There is currently no significant snow in the 7-day forecast for Sainte-Foy Tarentaise.

See our long-range Snow Forecast for the latest update.

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Ski Area Stats

Sainte-Foy Tarentaise Ski Area

Piste and Lift Stats
Black Pistes
Expert Trails
 3 
Red Pistes
Intermediate Runs
 8 
Blue Pistes
Easy Trails
 4 
Green Pistes
Beginner Runs
 1 
Downhill
Total Length
30km
Ski Lifts
Number of Lifts
5

Sainte-Foy Tarentaise Altitudes

Lift Heights and Resort Altitude
Highest Lift2,620m
Lowest Piste1,550m
Resort Altitude (Sainte-Foy Tarentaise)1,550m
Max Vertical1,070m

Ratings & Suitability

Ratings for Sainte-Foy Tarentaise
Freeriders
Expert Skiers
Intermediate Skiers
Beginners
Snowboarding
Snow
Apres-Ski

Skiing

The ski area of Sainte-Foy Tarentaise spans approximately 1,600 meters of vertical drop, with an elevation reaching up to 2,620 meters. Notable pistes include the famous ‘La Combe’ and ‘Les Tufs’, while key lifts such as the ‘Grand Plan’ and ‘L’Aguille’ provide access to diverse terrain.

Sainte-Foy Tarentaise offers good sking, particularly, for Intermediate skiers.

Ski Lessons in Sainte-Foy Tarentaise

Find a Ski Instructor

To choose a Ski School, and book Group Ski Lessons or a Private Instructor, see Sainte-Foy Tarentaise Ski Schools and Sainte-Foy Tarentaise Ski Instructors.

Snowboarding

Snowboarders will find great options at Sainte-Foy, with terrain parks such as the ‘Ski Park’ offering jumps and rails. The off-piste areas are also appealing for those looking to explore natural features.

Location and Map

Where is Sainte-Foy Tarentaise?

This ski resort is in the French Alps.

Map

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How to get there

 By Air

The nearest airport to Sainte-Foy Tarentaise is Chambery, 80 minutes drive away.

Grenoble, Annecy, Geneva, Lyon St-Exupéry, Lyon Bron and Turin Caselle airports are all within three hours drive.

To reach Sainte-Foy Tarentaise, the nearest major airports are Chambery, Geneva, and Lyon. From there, you can take a shuttle or drive to the resort, with well-marked routes guiding you through the picturesque Alps.

Infrastructure

Ski Lift Capacity

The five ski lifts are able to uplift 3,600 skiers and snowboarders every hour.

Snow Making

Snow-making is available, on 1km of ski runs, with 4 snow cannons.

Season Dates

When is Sainte-Foy Tarentaise open?

We don't currently have confirmed season dates, but hope to soon.

Usual opening is mid December, and usual closing is Mid April.

NOTE:- Ski area, lift and piste opening is subject to Current Snow Conditions.

Aprés Ski

After a day on the slopes, enjoy après-ski at local favorites like ‘Le Bar de l’Ours’ and ‘La Table de l’Ours’ for drinks and dining. The atmosphere is relaxed, perfect for unwinding with friends.

Sainte-Foy Tarentaise