Les Deux-Alpes Ski Holidays

Why Ski in Les Deux-Alpes?

Les Deux Alpes, is situated in the Isère region of the French Alps. It is a renowned ski resort that has long been a popular choice for Ski Line’s clients. With its extensive ski slopes, breathtaking views, and lively nightlife, we are sure you’ll love Les Deux Alpes.

The ski area extends over 225 kilometres with 89 ski slopes suitable for all levels of experience, including 11 black runs, 22 red runs, 45 blue runs, and 11 green runs. The resort also boasts a world-famous snow park, featuring half-pipes, rails, jumps, and other freestyle features.

Apart from skiing and snowboarding, Les Deux Alpes offers a range of other winter activities, such as snowshoeing, ice skating, and ice driving. The après-ski scene is also worth experiencing with a variety of bars, restaurants, and nightclubs to choose from.

Ski Line has catered ski chalets and ski hotels for clients to choose from, all of which have been hand-picked to serve excellent food and offer comfortable accommodations. We also have a large number of self-catered apartments to choose from, which offer a more value-for-money option.

Your Les Deux Alpes lift pass includes two days of cover in the nearby ski resort of Alpe d’Huez with an option of a helicopter flight (€65 return) or, if you prefer a less adventurous return trip there are buses which normally depart on Wednesdays and Thursdays. We advise early booking in the resort. Also included is one day’s skiing in Serre Chevalier, which is an hour’s drive away. If you haven’t skied here since 2015, the resort has made some major improvements to the homeward runs, pre-2015 the choice was a busy green or an often mogulled black, so the new blue run has transformed this and feedback from our clients suggests it is a very welcome improvement.

On busy peak weeks, it is best to hit the slopes early as delays at some lifts can build up, not surprising with up to 35,000 visitors making this their winter holiday base.

The Skiing in Les Deux-Alpes

Beginners Skiing In Les Deux Alpes

Les Deux Alpes is a great destination for beginner skiers as it offers a range of gentle, beginner-friendly slopes. The resort has a dedicated beginners’ area located in the village offering 5 free beginner runs with gentle slopes and ski lifts designed specifically for beginners. The area is well-maintained and offers a safe and comfortable learning environment for those who are new to skiing.

In addition to the beginners area, there are several other beginner slopes located throughout the resort, including the Jandri 1 slope and the Petite Aiguille slope. These slopes are wide, gentle, and well-groomed, making them perfect for practicing basic techniques and building confidence on skis.

Les Deux Alpes also has several ski schools with experienced instructors who are trained to teach beginners. These ski schools offer a range of lessons, from private lessons to group lessons, and can help beginners learn the proper techniques and build their skills on the slopes. Please speak with a member of our sales team for assistance in booking your ski lessons.

Intermediate Skiing In Les Deux Alpes

For intermediate skiers Les Deux Alpes offers a wide range of varied terrain, including long and challenging runs, off-piste skiing opportunities, and plenty of lift-accessible vertical.

One of the most popular runs for intermediates is the Glacier du Mont de Lans, which offers a long, wide and relatively gentle descent of over 10 kilometers. The run offers stunning views of the surrounding mountains and glaciers and is a great way for intermediates to challenge themselves and enjoy the breathtaking scenery.

Les Deux Alpes also has several challenging red runs, including the Vallée Blanche and the Belle Etoile, which are steeper and more challenging than the blue runs but still accessible to intermediates who are looking to improve their skills.

Advanced Skiing In Les Deux Alpes

Les Deux Alpes offers a great range of challenging terrain for advanced skiers, including steep runs, off-piste skiing, and some of the best skiing in the French Alps.

The resort is home to several challenging black runs, including the Sarenne, which is the longest black run in Europe at 16 kilometers long. The run offers a steep and challenging descent with breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains and glaciers.

Ski Chalets In Les Deux Alpes

In Les Deux Alpes we’re able to offer a wide range of ski chalets that cater to different budgets and preferences. Several of our chalets offer hot tubs and some are located right on the piste for ski convenience.

Ski Hotels In Les Deux Alpes

Ski Line has a good selection of reasonably priced, comfortable hotels for you to peruse. Les Deux Alpes has never styled itself as being as swanky as it’s neighbours, but it has plenty to offer by way of charm and comfort. As with our chalets, some of our hotels feature hot tubs and some are literally on the Piste ready for you to point your skis downhill on leaving!

Ski Apartments In Les Deux Alpes

There are plenty of self-catered apartments to choose from in Les Deux Alpes and although most of these do not come with a Luxury tag, they most certainly offer comfort and convenience at attractive and reasonable prices.

It is worth remembering that at Ski Line our prices and availability are updated throughout the day so our site is a good place to find great discounted ski holidays and ski deals.

Snowboarding In Les Deux Alpes

Les Deux Alpes is very much a snowboarder and freestyler friendly resort. It now has Les 2 Alpes Freestyle Land at 2,600m which includes the snowpark on the glacier with a halfpipe and superpipe, and a family park. The resort has invested heavily in its Terrain Park to be found at La Toura and runs the full 1km length of the lift. There is also a children’s park situated in Les Cretes and a half-pipe on the Glacier.

Off-Piste Skiing In Les Deux Alpes

Apart from the off-piste options above, there is the very exciting option of engaging a guide to take you by hike or snowcat off the glacier. This will give you the chance to explore to your heart’s content the lengthy and sometimes very challenging off-piste runs that lead from the 3,568m Dome de la Lauze down to the village of La Grave.

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Restaurants In Les Deux Alpes

Les Deux Alpes has a wide variety of restaurants to choose from, ranging from traditional French cuisine to international cuisine. Here are some of the best restaurants in Les Deux Alpes:

1. La Toura: This restaurant offers traditional French cuisine with a modern twist. The menu features seasonal dishes made with local ingredients, and the restaurant has a cosy and intimate atmosphere.
2. L’Alisier: This restaurant is known for its excellent seafood and French cuisine. The menu includes fresh fish and seafood dishes, as well as classic French dishes like duck confit and beef tartare.
3. Le Cellier: This restaurant specializes in Savoyard cuisine, which is known for its rich and hearty dishes like fondue and raclette. The restaurant has a warm and welcoming atmosphere, and the portions are generous.
4. Le Diable au Thym: This restaurant offers a fusion of French and Mediterranean cuisine, with a focus on fresh, locally sourced ingredients. The menu includes dishes like roasted lamb and seafood risotto.
5. Le P’tit Polyte: This restaurant serves traditional French cuisine in a cosy and rustic atmosphere. The menu features classic dishes like escargot and coq au vin, as well as homemade desserts.
6. Casa Nostra: This restaurant offers Italian cuisine, including wood-fired pizzas and fresh pasta dishes. The restaurant has a relaxed and casual atmosphere, and the portions are generous.

Après Ski In Les Deux Alpes

Here at Ski Line we use one word to describe the Après ski and that is – Perfect! Les Deux Alpes is most definitely a ski resort for party animals and has a well-earned reputation for having some of the most vibrant nightlife of any ski resort in France. Partying begins in the afternoon on and off the slopes, and then continues into the wee hours at one of the 30 plus bars in town. Some worthy of a mention are Smithy’s Tavern which is always lively and very popular with the youthful set, The Secret Bar hosts live bands, and for those of a more mature status, the Tribeca is always entertaining and fun. The main nightclub is Avalanche which parties from dusk till dawn!

Activities Off Piste In Les Deux Alpes

Les Deux Alpes offers both an indoor and outdoor pool and there is a wellness centre which has a sauna, steam room and hot tubs. Snowcats are available to take you up to and across the glacier which has great views across the Southern Alps and dog sledging is also an option. There’s a large outdoor ice rink which holds weekly dodgem sessions which are always fun for all the family.