Alpe d’Huez Ski Holidays

Alpe d'Huez skiing holidays offer a fantastic mix of terrain to suit all abilities. Go skiing in Alpe d'Huez for a lively town and wonderful sunshine record.

Alpe d’Huez Ski Resort

Sat at 1,860m, Alpe d’Huez ski resort offers a fantastic variety and extent of skiing terrain for all standards. The ski area offers a thrilling mix of steep, challenging areas alongside extensive, gentle nursery slopes; making it an ideal skiing destination not only for families, but also for mixed ability groups.

The village itself sprawls over the open mountainside; surrounded by stunning scenery across the Southern Alps, which is famed for its wonderful sunshine record. One of the liveliest ski resorts in the Alps; you will find yourself spoilt for choice between the pretty, more quiet and rustic village of Vaujany, or the bustling centre of Avenue des Jeux.

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Alpe d’Huez Transfer Time

Grenoble

1h 50m

Chambery

2h 0m

Best For...

All abilities
Families
Stunning scenery

Resort Statistics

Resort Altitude 1,860m
Skiing Altitude 3,330m
Total Ski Area 250km
Lifts 84
Green Runs 49km
Blue Runs 54km
Red Runs 80km
Black Runs 67km
Cross Country 50km

Ski Areas in Alpe d'Huez

Alpe d’Huez is one of France’s larger ski resorts, with 250km of skiable pistes encompassing other neighbouring ski resorts. The skiing is extremely varied, with plenty of blues and greens, some more challenging reds and sensational blacks. Alpe d’Huez is also mainly a south-facing ski resort, so you can expect many long, sunny days. You can ski up to around 3,330m, meaning the ski resort offers fantastic snow conditions. Night skiing is also available for those who can’t wait for the lifts to re-open.

Skiing in Alpe d'Huez

Alpe d’Huez ski resort has some of the most extensive nursery slopes, which make it very appealing to beginners, whilst intermediates will also enjoy skiing around the resort, and into the other linked ski resorts of Vaujany and Oz-en-Oisans. Advanced skiers will feel well-supplied by this ski area, with famous runs like Le Tunnel and Sarenne, whilst freeride skiers will enjoy skiing from the Pit Blanc into powder bowls and couloirs.

Snowboarding in Alpe d'Huez

Beginner snowboarders will benefit from the multiple nursery slopes, although they should be aware of the large number of drag lifts that may prove challenging to boarders who are just starting out. For freeride snowboarders, Alpe d’Huez ski resort is an off-piste paradise. It is well worth a visit to the open powder field of Le Grand Sablat and Cheminées du Macles couloirs. There is also a giant terrain park, which is suitable for park enthusiasts.

Ski Schools in Alpe d'Huez

With many ski schools and instructors to choose between, there really is something for everybody.

We’ve partnered with New Generation and Oxygène and highly recommend their services. All of our partners offer fantastic lessons for all ability levels.

Book your ski lessons with our recommended suppliers. If you’re traveling during a peak week be sure to book these well in advance.

Crèches in Alpe d'Huez

Due to the family-friendly reputation of Alpe d’Huez ski resort, there are various options available for both ski and non-ski childcare. Both the ESF and the ESI run ski kindergartens in the resort, which look after little ones during the daytime. For the evenings, there are a range of private nanny companies in resort who can provide babysitting services.

Restaurants in Alpe d'Huez

Foodies will feel instantly at home in Alpe d’Huez ski resort. Good on-the-mountain restaurants include Chalet du Lac Besson with delicious meats, all grilled on an open fire and with great service. Le Perce Neige, below the Oz Poutran Gondola, is a restaurant that has a great atmosphere both inside and on the terrace. Down in resort, we recommend La Crémaillère; one of the best restaurants, with a menu featuring superb meat and fish dishes. Another fantastic option is Au Montagnard who serve amazing Savoyard dishes.

Après Ski in Alpe d'Huez

Après ski lovers will be happy to know there’s a La Folie Douce bar in Alpe d’Huez; renowned for its famous parties where you can enjoy plenty of beer and wine whilst dancing on the tables. Once you’re done in the Folie, head down into the resort where you can find New Sphere bar and Freeride Café. Underground Bar is a Brit-run bar with a trendy London underground theme. It offers reasonably priced drinks, with live sport and music played most nights.

Best Après Ski in Alpe d'Huez

Non-Skiers

There’s a range of great activities for non-skiers in Alpe d’Huez including the ice rink found on the Avenue des Jeux, or the 700m Alpine Coaster track located near the Marmottes lift. Try the resorts’ leisure centre with its climbing wall, swimming pool and sauna, or if you feel like a dive into some history and culture, there are a few great museums around the resort to discover.

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