Tignes Ski Holiday Resort

Overview

At the heart of the world famous Espace Killy area, Tignes is a high mountain resort with a long, long season. The winter ski season starts in November and ends in May and here at Snowfinders we have skied back to the resort on the Trolles run on the May bank holiday. The glacier serviced by the Grande Motte funicular is open for summer skiing all year round.

Some may regard Tignes as an ugly purpose built blot on the landscape, and admittedly it's not the prettiest place in the world. Indeed, the Bec Rouge in Tignes Le Lac is a wart on mother nature's beautiful face. Having said that we're here to ski not take part in some architectural critique. Those wanting ski convenience in a high altitude snow sure resort, need to turn a blind eye to the architecture!!

Tignes offers a large ski area that is suitable for early intermediates to experts. Take the Aeroski Telecabine in the morning and head up to the Toviere where the option is to ski down on the Campanules to Val Claret or head over to Val d'Isere . Another day head up to the L'Aiguille Percee better known as the "Eye of the Needle" and ski down to Tignes Les Brevieres. With views of Lac Du Chervil on your way down, this run offers stunning scenery. Take lunch at La Sachette( 50 metres over the bridge and on the left)  which is cheaper and better than the more convenient restaurants on the bridge. In the afternoon discover the more traditional area of the Tignes Les Brevieres skiing.

The Espace Killy is a large ski area and has more than enough skiing for even the most dedicated. With legendary off piste, the Espace Killy offers something for nearly everyone. Bullish beginners will prosper with plenty of great blues and reds to progress to, although nervous skiers might find the area limiting .

 

Offslope/apres ski

There is a small selection of activities for those who don’t ski such as ice-skating, snowmobiling and dog sledding. There is also a new leisure complex with great pools and wellness areas, but bear in mind that these activities do get booked up quite quickly. There is a good selection of bars spread across the different areas in Tignes, and restaurants are varied with welcoming and efficient staff.

Tignes nightlife, whilst not in the same league as Meribel, Val d'Isere and St Anton, is busy and entertaining with some worthwhile apres ski destinations. With bars including the popular French bar Embuscade at the top of Le Bec Rouge area of Tignes Le Lac, the ever popular Grizzly in Val Claret. Dropzone in Val Claret has a hugely popular apres ski scene from 3-6pm and then the venue morphs into a nightclub for action into the small hours. 

Tignes Le Lac has the ever popular Loop Bar and Jacks nightclub plus the bowling alley. 

Overview

A skiers resort with a huge area, excellent lift access, snow sure slopes and a long season. Close your eyes to the architecture and feast on the fact that there isn’t a property more than 10 minutes walk to the piste, and there is a large amount of truly ski in ski out accommodation. From budget to luxury there is something for everyone.

 

 

At a glance

Pistes:
300km
Resort height:
2100m
Top station:
3455m

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Positives

  • Good snow and long season
  • Fantastic lift served off piste
  • A lot of slope side accommodation
  • Varied terrain and easy access to Val d'Isere

Negatives

  • Unattractive resort
  • Bleak and treeless
  • Some long slow chairlifts
  • Limited apres ski
Hotels, Chalets and Apartments in Tignes, France
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Chalet Sachette REF: AS897

Chalet Sachette, an enchanting and traditionally styled accommodation, boasts 6 bedrooms spread across 3 floors, accommodating up to 10 adults and 4 children. Originally one of the oldest structures in...

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Chalet Alaska REF: AGV25

Chalet Alaska is new to the portfolio for 2023/24 and is conveniently positioned in the chalet quarter of Les Almes, close to our Lys Martagon and La Perle chalets. It’s...

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Recently renovated to represent a charming wooden chalet, Hotel l’Aigle du Montana is a warm and cosy hotel achieving that traditional alpine atmosphere every winter holiday needs. Sitting at an...

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Hotel Le Terril Blanc REF: AI0963

Hotel Le Terril Blanc is in the centre of Tignes with utterly amazing views of the frozen lake and mountains. These views can be taken in by relaxing on the south facing...

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Chalet Camille REF: AVG23

This newly refurbished, free-standing chalet could not be better located in Le Lavachet, just 30m from the piste with the Paquis and Chaudanne chairlifts in front of the chalet. The...

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Chalet Isabelle REF: AVG22

Chalet Isabelle is a superb free-standing chalet in a fantastic location in Tignes Le Lavachet, only 30m from the piste and the Paquis and Chaudanne ski lifts. The chalet has...

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Chalet Raoul REF: AVG19

Chalet Raoul is a brand new ski-in chalet located in Tignes 1800 (Les Boisses), one of the  Tignes villages that connects this massive ski area. Tignes Les Boisses boasts a...

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Chalet Kitz REF: AVG18

Chalet Kitz is a brand new chalet in Tignes le Lavachet sleeping 7 or 8 guests in 4 bedrooms. The chalet is built over 4 floors, blending great modern style...

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Chalet Tavaillons REF: AS0104

Traditionally charming- The always on-demand, and spacious Chalet Tavaillons is characterised by a classic feel, creating an ideal unwinding alpine ambience. Comfortable and well-appointed– The traditional open plan living and dining...

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Hotel Tetras Lodge REF: AI0613

Hotel Tetras Lodge is located in the resort centre of Tignes Les Brevieres, with lovely mountain and village views and close to the slopes. Cosy Hotel An authentic Savoyard hotel...

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