Once the purpose-built poor relation of upmarket Val d’Isère, Tignes has emerged from its neighbour’s shadow to become one of the most happening resorts in the Alps. It’s home to some epic freeriding for both skiers and boarders, genuinely brilliant for beginners and intermediates and some of the liveliest après bars. What’s not to love? Situated at 2,100m, it gives access to 300km of pistes across the Tignes-Val d’Isère area, with the Grande Motte lift going up to 3,400m. And when it’s a powder day, the options are limitless. Think untracked snow off the piste and for the adventurous, steep and soft turns between the trees.
Thanks to the Grande Motte glacier, Tignes is one of the few resorts where you can ski in the summer – although that may change in the years ahead. At any rate, it’s one of the most snow-sure resorts to go for, with one of the longest seasons, opening at the end of November and continuing through to the first week of May. That gives a lot of options. Desperate for your snow fix, then get in early before the Christmas rush. Prefer your skiing with afternoon sunshine then head out from March onwards. With a highly developed snow-making infrastructure, there will always be enough snow cover.
Things to do in Tignes
If you really want to score some bragging rights, Tignes is just the place. There’s ice diving beneath the Tignes lake and ice climbing frozen waterfalls nearby – wild experiences away from the noise and crowds. Sounds a bit chilly? Well, there’s plenty else you can do too, from dog sledding to snowshoe hiking, mountain biking to ice skating, snowtubing to paragliding. There’s also a mini ramp and skatepark for any rider who finds the day simply too short. Remember to keep some energy in reserve – you’ll need it for Tignes’s legendary après scene, which has something for everyone whether you’re into hip hop or 90s rock – or just after a quiet beer with your mates.
Hotels & Apartments in Tignes
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Apartment Le Curling B-40
Tignes, France
3 minute walk
Apartment Les Grandes Platières-23
Tignes, France
5 minute walk
Apun Hotel Budget
Tignes, France
5 minute walk
Belambra Club Tignes – Le Diva
Tignes, France
3 minute walk
Belambra Clubs Tignes - Val Claret - Tout compris
Tignes, France
2 minute walk
CGH Résidences & Spas Kalinda
Tignes, France
4 minute walk
CGH Résidences & Spas La Ferme Du Val Claret
Tignes, France
3 minute walk
CGH Résidences & Spas Le Jhana
Tignes, France
3 minute walk
CGH Résidences & Spas Le Lodge des Neiges
Tignes, France
Ski-in / Ski-out
CGH Résidences & Spas Le Nevada
Tignes, France
4 minute walk
CGH Résidences & Spas Le Télémark
Tignes, France
Ski-in / Ski-out
Chalet Carte Blanche Babylon
Tignes, France
5 minute bus
Chalet Carte Blanche Banksy
Tignes, France
5 minute bus
Chalet Carte Blanche Charlie
Tignes, France
5 minute bus
Chalet Carte Blanche Merveilles
Tignes, France
2 minute walk
Chalet Carte Blanche Monts
Tignes, France
2 minute walk
Chalet Carte Blanche Quezac
Tignes, France
4 minute bus
Chalet Carte Blanche Raven
Tignes, France
5 minute bus
Chalet Carte Blanche Rock n love
Tignes, France
3 minute bus
Chalet Carte Blanche Sachette
Tignes, France
2 minute walk
Chalet Carte Blanche Tango
Tignes, France
5 minute bus
Chalet Carte Blanche Tango Charlie
Tignes, France
5 minute bus
Chalet Carte Blanche Ubud
Tignes, France
5 minute bus
Chalet Eterlou
Tignes, France
2 minute walk
Chalet Hotel Yeti
Tignes, France
3 minute walk
Chalet Le Cordava
Tignes, France
1 minute walk
Chalets Montana Airelles
Tignes, France
Ski-in / Ski-out
Chalets Montana Planton
Tignes, France
6 minute walk
Chardons Coeur des Brévières
Tignes, France
4 minute walk
Colettine
Tignes, France
1 minute walk
Curling Hôtel & Bar
Tignes, France
4 minute walk
Hideout Tignes
Tignes, France
3 minute walk
Holiday Home Le Cafetan
Tignes, France
7 minute bus
Hôtel Club mmv Les Brévières ****
Tignes, France
3 minute walk
Hôtel La Vanoise
Tignes, France
1 minute walk
Hôtel L'Aigle du Montana by Les Etincelles
Tignes, France
4 minute walk
Hôtel L'Aiguille Percée
Tignes, France
2 minute walk
Hôtel L'Arbina
Tignes, France
1 minute walk
Hôtel Le Diamond Rock
Tignes, France
3 minute walk
Hotel Le Genepy
Tignes, France
5 minute walk
Hotel Le Gentiana
Tignes, France
3 minute walk
Hotel Le Levanna by Les Etincelles
Tignes, France
Ski-in / Ski-out
Hôtel Le Refuge
Tignes, France
Ski-in / Ski-out
Hotel Le Ski d'Or
Tignes, France
3 minute walk
Hotel Le Taos
Tignes, France
Ski-in / Ski-out
Hôtel les Campanules by Les Etincelles
Tignes, France
1 minute walk
Hôtel Les Suites du Montana by Les Etincelles
Tignes, France
4 minute walk
Hôtel Village Montana by Les Etincelles
Tignes, France
Ski-in / Ski-out
Hôtel VoulezVous Tignes le Lac
Tignes, France
5 minute walk
Langley Hôtel Tignes 2100
Tignes, France
2 minute walk
Le Dôme - Tignes
Tignes, France
2 minute walk
Le Paquis
Tignes, France
5 minute walk
Le Terril Blanc
Tignes, France
5 minute walk
Les Suites – Maison Bouvier
Tignes, France
4 minute walk
Odalys Chalet Alpina
Tignes, France
3 minute walk
Résidence Almes1 et Almes 2
Tignes, France
6 minute walk
Residence Cap Neige
Tignes, France
4 minute walk
Résidence Club MMV L'Altaviva
Tignes, France
4 minute walk
Residence Denali
Tignes, France
4 minute walk
Résidence Odalys Val-Claret
Tignes, France
5 minute walk
Résidence Pierre & Vacances Grande Motte
Tignes, France
6 minute walk
Résidence Pierre & Vacances Inter-Résidences
Tignes, France
2 minute walk
Résidence Pierre & Vacances Premium l'Ecrin des Neiges