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Alpe d'Huez Ski Holidays

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  • Glacier Skiing
  • Awesome Après Ski
  • 300 days of sunshine

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  • Nightlife
  • Off Piste
  • Terrain Parks
  • Groups
  • Families
Alpe d'Huez Ski Holidays

Ski Holidays in Alpe d'Huez

Buckets of off piste and an incredible terrain park make this a freeriding and freestyling paradise - combine this with 250km of pisted runs and you’ve got something for everyone. The town offers a colourful variety of après ski from ice caves to nightclubs and activities for all ages that will put the cherry on top of any ski holiday.

  • Flight Time
  • 1h 45m
  • From London
  • Nearest Airports
  • Geneva, Grenoble
  • Chambery, Lyon
  • Time zone
  • GMT + 1 hour
  • Language
  • French
  • Currency
  • Euros
  • Ski Season
  • Dec - April

Alpe d'Huez Stats

Top Altitude
3330m
Bottom Altitude
1130m
Resort Altitude
1860m
Total Piste
250km
Longest Run
16km
Slope Orientation
NSEW
Vertical Drop
2200m
Skiable Vertical
2200m
Night Skiing
Yes
Glacier Skiing
Yes
Location
France, Alps.
Established
1936
Downhill
250km
Lift Pass
£268

With a transfer time of around 2 hours, Alpe d'Huez is very accessible from Grenoble or Chambery airport. Established in 1936, it was the first resort in France to be installed with a fully operational ski lift. The resort lies in the Grandes Rousses Massif domain. It is partnered by the smaller mountain villages of Auris-en-Oisans, Villard Reculas, Oz-en-Oisans, Vaujany and La Garde, all of which are connected by a free transport system.

The slopes are mainly south facing and as a result the area, known as "L'ile de Soleil" (Island of the Sun), experiences plenty of sunshine - averaging 300 days a year.

The resort itself is fairly spread out, divided into 3 sections. Quartier des Jeux is the main central area, with plenty of shops, restaurants and bars, and an ice-rink and swimming pool. Quartier des Vieil Alpe is the oldest part of the resort and is mostly a residential zone, retaining many original buildings. Some traditional family-run restaurants in this section can be found by taking a wander around the back streets. The final section, Quartier des Bergers, is the newest part of town, containing many self-catered apartments and some good places to eat, drink, and shop.

There is a really efficient lift system in Alpe d'Huez, accessible from 7 different locations throughout the town. So wherever you are, you won't be too far from a ski lift. In terms of lift passes, if you're here just for the skiing, then the Grand Domaine Ski Pass is the one to get. It gives you access to ski in the neighbouring resorts of Les Deux Alpes and Serre Chevalier and full access to the 250km of pistes. There are also a variety of walkers passes, and shorter-term passes for non-skiers… + more

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Intermediate

Advanced

Snowboarding

What's the ski area like in Alpe d'Huez?

Alpe d’Huez has had sun and snow galore since 1936, and with the culmination of around 20 million Euros of improvements due to come to fruition for 2021, there is a huge ski area to be explored.

Which other ski resorts are near to Alpe d'Huez?

The nearest ski resorts to Alpe d'Huez include Les Deux Alpes, Serre Chevalier.

Beginner Slopes

34 runs30%

Intermediate Slopes

31 runs27%

Advance Slopes

30 runs27%

Expert Slopes

16 runs16%

What is Alpe d'Huez like for Beginner skiers?

With a whopping 52km of greens, this is an excellent place for beginners. The easiest skiing is above the village and Les Bergers. There are plenty of wide-open runs underneath the DMC gondola, many being ‘beginners only’ so you can learn without too much traffic.

What is Alpe d'Huez like for Intermediate skiers?

If you’re feeling confident, try some of the blue runs coming down from the main mountain and the signal sector back into Alpe d’Huez. There is an impressive selection of runs for intermediates with over half the ski area ranked either blue or red. Try out the Canyon run if you’re looking for a bit of a challenge. The main Couloir blue run that comes down from the top of the gondola’s a brilliant one for early intermediates.

What is Alpe d'Huez like for Advanced skiers?

Advanced skiers will have an absolute ball. The black Tunnel run that streams down from the Pic Blanc summit is super steep, while the Sarenne from the same peak mightn’t be as pitchy but is the longest of its kind in the Alps at 13km. In good snow conditions, the steep La Fuma down to Le Chatelard Maronne is superb, and the Col de Cluy from Signal de l’Homme is long and takes you away from all the lifts.

What is Alpe d'Huez like for snowboarding?

Alpe D’huez is outstanding for snowboarders, with plenty of on and off-piste terrain. There are a few flat spots to negotiate but nothing that the experienced rider can’t handle. The huge park at the top section of the Grandes Rousses gondola was expanded even further with two brand new lines added and sure to keep even the most dedicated park rats fully satisfied. Beginners should check out the easier park above Vaujany.

What is Alpe d'Huez like for off-piste skiing?

Off the piste, there are endless possibilities – it’s definitely worth hiring a guide if you really want to get the best out of the terrain.

What is Alpe d'Huez like for cross country skiing?

Alpe d'Huez offers about 50km in the Nordic skiing area, with loops for families and challenging trails all with breathtaking view. You will need a ski pass with cross-country access.

Alpe d'Huez Restaurants

To sample some traditional French food, head to La Cremaillere or for Tex-Mex, Smithy’s Tavern has a great selection of ribs, chicken wings and burgers. Pinocchio is a popular pizzeria, located opposite the ice rink. Chalet du Lac Besson is a great little place up the mountain, which is much quieter than the usual mountain restaurants at lunchtime and Vieil Alpe serves up healthy portions of Tex-Mex food.

Where to eat in Alpe d'Huez and on the mountain

Chantebise 2100 lunch on the mountain

Hôtel du Dôme The mountain atmosphere of our restaurant is warm and welcoming. Our chef will prepare for you the finest food. During… + more

Mere Michel Creperie Internet Cafe and Creperie

Auberge La Douce Montagne Auberge La Douce Montagne is a hotel-restaurant, beautifully situated in a valley in the French Alps near… + more

Alpe d'Huez Après Ski

If you like live music, try the Underground Bar in Vieil Alpe, which combines a pleasant atmosphere with bands playing most nights. If you can’t bear to miss an important game whilst in France, O’Sharkey’s is the best spot to watch live sports and share drinks with your mates. The L’igloo is the place to go if you want to party late into the night.

Bars Late Night Clubs and Cafes in Alpe d'Huez

Pacific Pub The Pub is located at the bottom end of Alpe d'Huez near the Tourist Office, behind the Boulangerie in the old village.

L’Igloo I'm askin' - are you dancin'?

Mere Michel Creperie Internet Cafe and Creperie

Alpe d'Huez Activites for Non-skiers

Off the slopes, there is a real mix of high- octane activities and relaxing things to do. Alpe d’Huez has its own museum, and the heated outdoor swimming pool is usually free to use with your lift pass. For thrill-seekers, there are the usual offerings of snowmobiling and paragliding as well as an ice driving school to check out. There is also 250km of well-marked walker’s trails for non-skiers. For some of the most stunning views, take a helicopter across to Les Deux Alpes for an exciting day trip.

Le Spa du Chamois Enjoy the benefits of the site's high altitude to re- establish your well-being, fitness and vitality. After a day… + more

PSC - Sport Centre Swimming, AquaGym, Fitness Classes, Gym, Climbing, TableTennis Archery, Crossbow & Karate

Rocky Sports MTB VTT. Bernard Julien, called "Berni", is still in L'alpe d'huez to welcome you and advise you for your trip in France.… + more

Alpe Vol Libre Paragliding If you are looking for an amazing experience in Alpe d’Huez, try paragliding with the experts at Alpe Vol… + more

Clothing Food & Souvenir Shops

Certainly a better choice than most French resorts, with over 300 shops to choose from. There are two main shopping areas, namely the Les Bergers Commercial center, a purpose buildings which includes a sizable supermarket and the Avenue les Jeux, near the sport center and ice rink. The vast selection includes more than 20 crafts outlets retailing hand made products, two jewellers, several dozen ski wear and fashion shops and specialist childrenswear, lingerie, bookshops and pharmacies.

Look out for regional food specialities including charcuterie (donkey meat and nut based sausages), regional sheep cheeses and country breads.

Rocky Sports MTB VTT. Bernard Julien, called "Berni", is still in L'alpe d'huez to welcome you and advise you for your trip in France.… + more

Henri Sports hire mountain kit, clothes gear and safety

Altitude Sports For all your ski and snowboard rentals

Boutique West Docks info required

Altitude Sports Shop for all your ski , snowboard and outdoor gear.

Skimium Altitude Sports Skimium.co.uk provide a quick, easy and great value online reservation service for your ski and snowboard… + more

Noel Sport For fast, simple and online reservation at a fantastic value, Skimium.co.uk is great for ski and snowboard rental! (Use… + more

Alpesports At Skimium.co.uk you will find a quick, easy and great value online reservation service for ski and snowboard rental. 10%… + more

Cyril's Sport Berger If you need ski or snowboard rental, reserve online with Skimium on Skimium.co.uk for a fast service &… + more

Skimium Altitude Sports Eclose Looking for cheap ski or snowboard rental? Visit Skimium.co.uk to reserve & rent for speedy… + more

Sherpa At the station, you will find everything you need for your holidays in your Sherpa supermarket: a butcher’s and delicatessen… + more

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The season usually runs from mid-December to the end of April and with glacier and height of the resort, stretching up to 3,300m, this is one of the most snow-sure resorts in the Alps. This is also complimented by extensive snowmaking on the main runs above Alpe d’Huez, Vaujany and Oz, with an additional 68 high-end snow cannons added as part of the most recent tranche of improvements. The Ski area has slopes that face S SW NW, making sure that you won’t freeze early in the season! January and… + more

29th International Comedy Film Festival  19 - 25 Jan 2026   Screenings of hit film, lesser known gems and shorts. 

Tomorrow Land Winter  21 - 28 March 2026    Electronic music performed by over 100 DJs, including some legendary artist, across 8 stages setup in the resort and on the slopes. 

Comics Festival  10 - 12 April 2026    Meet Author-illustrators, with book signings, workshops and screenings of animated films.

What's Alpe d'Huez like at Christmas?

You’ll enjoy a special buzz at Christmas in Alpe d’Huez. The town is beautifully lit to make it feel like a real winter wonderland. Look out for special festive menus in the local restaurants and the wintery Christmas markets.
Christmas Ski Holidays

What's Alpe d'Huez like in the New Year?

At New Year, Alpe d’Huez has plenty to offer for families and party goers alike. The spectacular torchlit descent and firework display are something to behold. There are fancy dress parties at a range of popular venues so pack your best outfit and toast the New Year in style!
New Year Ski Holidays

What's Alpe d'Huez like in Half-Term?

Half-term in Alpe d’Huez is a brilliant time for families with loads of activities like swimming and the ice caves to take advantage of. Snow conditions are usually top notch at this time of year and the modern lift system in resort will ensure that you don’t spend all your time queuing!
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What's Alpe d'Huez like at Easter?

Dubbed “the island of the sun”, Easter in Alpe d’Huez is fantastic for a sunny holiday. There are loads of things to do like the Easter egg hunt around the resort. Ski till the snow gets soft and then take advantage of the brilliant après ski on offer.
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Alpe d'Huez Snow Conditions

Average snow depths in Alpe d'Huez are 78cm to 156cm in January, 123cm to 232cm in February, 126cm to 257cm in March and 88cm to 228cm in April. Read our detailed Alpe d'Huez snow history for more details.

  • Top Depth Base Depth
  • 117 cm DECEMBER 47 cm
  • 156 cm JANUARY 78 cm
  • 232 cm FEBRUARY 123 cm
  • 257 cm MARCH 126 cm
  • 228 cm APRIL 88 cm

Today in Alpe d'Huez the average snow depth is N/A, with N/A at the base of the mountain around 1932m altitude, and N/A at the top of the slopes, around 3416m above sea level. There is 1cm recent snowfall and 0cm predicted today. Here's the full Alpe d'Huez snow report.

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Alpe d'Huez snow report is updated every 4 hours during the winter ski season

There is in Alpe d'Huez currently forecast approximately 1cm of new snow expected over the coming week. We also have a detailed Alpe d'Huez snow forecast.

  • Summit Temperature Alpe d'Huez Weather Coming Week
  • 5 °c Patchy light snow with thunder Today
  • 10 °c Sunny skies Friday
  • 10 °c Sunny skies Saturday
  • 7 °c Sunny skies Sunday
  • 7 °c Sunny skies Monday

Ski Accommodation in Alpe d'Huez

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Alpe d’Huez is a brilliant resort for families, with loads to do like swimming, visiting the ice caves and taking a whirl on the ice rink. The variety of ski schools in resort will make sure that they get excellent tuition, while you are tackling some of the runs up the mountain. The 52km of green runs in resort and designated beginner area, make this a superb place to learn how to ski. There are some fantastic childcare facilities in resort and many of our hotels also come with onsite childcare services.

Make sure you book a hotel near the piste, to avoid carrying more than your own set of skis! Hotel Les Bergers is a good option for families location-wise. If you are sure of your numbers… + more

Alpe d’Huez is an excellent resort for groups as it has stunning terrain parks, off-piste opportunities and superb learner areas which will suit all different abilities. Non-Skiers will also have plenty to keep themselves entertained with activities such as swimming, ice-skating, ice-driving and many more on offer. A free bus service links the town, so you will never be too far from the action wherever you are in resort.

Choose the amazing value L'Ours Blanc apartments f you are looking for somewhere close to town to party the night away without the long trudge home. For a holiday that involves you doing as little possible, have a look at our catered ski chalets, where you can enjoy hot… + more

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Alpe d'Huez Reviews
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Alpe d’huez is a great resort for all seasons; its glacier reaches an impressive 3800m ensuring great snow right up top! With the longest black ski run in Europe and some nice off piste, it also gives the more experienced skier plenty to do! You can stay in two main areas of Alpe d’Huez, Bergers and the old t... + more
Jonnie, Kingston
5 out of 5
It was our first time here. It’s a very small ski area compared with what we are used to. We usually cover at least 60km a day. It’s good for people who want nice, easy runs, and don’t need a huge area; it would be great for beginners. It was a last minute cheap trip and we were happy with it. It was baking ... + more
John C, Bristol
4 out of 5
We liked Alpe d’Huez and all said we’d go back. The ski area’s very good and covers most levels, with stuff for expert skiers and a fair bit of off piste. + more
Raymond Dean, East Ayrshire
4 out of 5
We had a really good first ski trip here – we didn’t use any of the tuition but the beginner to intermediate part of the resort is really good and we had good weather in the main apart from our first run of the week! My advice to others who are new to the resort would be to take a day away from your skis and ... + more
Phil, Bristol
4 out of 5
Alpe d’Huez was little bit flatter than Les Deux Alpes from what I can remember. I remember is that their resort logo is a marmotte and I may be completely wrong about that! From what I’ve heard from friends, we all agree it is a really good area for intermediates and beginners, but the snow can suffer later ... + more
Andrew Fyfe, Aberdeen
4 out of 5
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Ski Extras

How much is a ski pass in Alpe d'Huez

Maximum and minimum adult Alpe d'Huez lift pass prices ranged from £268 to £297 for 6 days access to the Alpe d'Huez ski lift system at the start of the 2025 winter season. Our lift passes are part of a packaged Alpe d'Huez holiday with accommodation, so prices vary depending on chalet or hotel suppliers. Confirm price for the lift ticket before booking your holiday.

PassLift Tickets Child Adult Senior
6 Day £212 - £235 £268 - £297 £232 - £257
AgesAge Range 5 - 12 13 - 64 65 - 71

Reduced lift passes for seniors and aged 72+ need to present passport at ticket office.

How much is ski rental in Alpe d'Huez?

Ski rental in Alpe d'Huez starts from £100 for adults and £60 for children.

How much is boot rental in Alpe d'Huez?

Boot rental starts from £70 for adults and £32 for children.

Rental Ski Boot Snowboard
Adult £100 £70 £122
Child £60 £32 £74

How much are ski lessons in Alpe d'Huez?

Ski school in Alpe d'Huez starts from £200 for adults for a half day and £200 for children.

How much are snowboard lessons in Alpe d'Huez?

Snowboard school in Alpe d'Huez starts from £200 per adult and £200 per child for a half day.

Lessons Skiing Snowboarding
Adult £200 £200
Child £200 £200
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Getting to Alpe d'Huez

Most of our ski holidays to Alpe d'Huez packaged with flights include airport transfers. We can also arrange private transfers to Alpe d'Huez from nearby airports

How long does it take to fly to Alpe d'Huez from the UK?

Flights from London take about 1h 45m to Geneva, Grenoble, Chambery, Lyon. This table shows approximate transfer times to Alpe d'Huez from the nearest airports, smaller airports can be more prone to delays.

Airport Distance Transfer Time
Grenoble - Isére 99 km 1 hour 30 minutes
Lyon Saint-Exupery 150 km 3 hours
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How long does it take to drive to Alpe d'Huez from the UK?

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How long is the transfer from nearest France train station to Alpe d'Huez?

The transfer time from alpine train stations are generally shorter than from airports, Call us for details of Alpe d'Huez transfers.

Station Distance Transfer Time
Grenoble 63 km 1 hour 3 minutes

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Alpe d'Huez Tourism Office The Tourist Office is located in the Maison de l'Alpe, which houses the Tourist Office, the headquarters of the French Ski School and a ticket office for ski lift passes. The Tourism office is there to help with any questions during the summer and winter months. If you are in need of cars, bus tickets, free wifi and hiking guides… + more

Centre médical de la Meije - Dr Brigitte ACHKAR & Dr Frédéric GUICHARD Doctors Achkar and Guichard both specialise in emergency medicine Dr Brigitte ACHKAR: also qualified as a hyperbaric physician Dr Frédéric GUICHARD: sports medicine doctor. Services: General medicine, radiology, traumatology, plaster casts, sutures. Emergency equipment:… + more

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