Resort Guide: Tignes
Resort Statistics
🌲 Resort height: 1550-2100m
🏔️ Highest point: 3456m
🗺️ Total ski area: 300 (Espace Killy)
❄️ Season Dates: Year-Round
🚡 Lifts: 87
🎿 Snow Parks: 2
🟢 Green runs: 21
🔵 Blue runs: 65
🔴 Red runs: 44
⚫️ Black runs: 24
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🌟 Tignes Highlights:
Espace Killy: Named after the legendary French skier Jean-Claude Killy, the Espace Killy ski area encompasses Tignes and neighboring Val d’Isère, offering over 300 kilometers of pistes and a myriad of off-piste terrain for adventurous spirits.
Year-Round Skiing: Thanks to its high-altitude location and glacier skiing on the Grande Motte, Tignes welcomes winter sports enthusiasts not only during the traditional ski season but also in the summer months.
Vibrant Atmosphere: Tignes pulsates with energy both on and off the slopes. From lively après-ski scenes to cultural events and festivals, there’s always something happening to keep you entertained.
✅ Best For:
Thrill-Seekers: With its challenging terrain and extensive off-piste opportunities, Tignes caters to adrenaline junkies hungry for adventure.
Families: Tignes offers a range of family-friendly activities and beginner slopes, making it an ideal destination for those traveling with children or beginners looking to hone their skills.
Snowboarders: The resort’s diverse terrain and snowpark facilities provide snowboarders of all levels with ample opportunities to showcase their skills and creativity.
✈️ Getting to Tignes
Whether you’re coming from Geneva, Lyon, or Grenoble, reaching Tignes is a seamless adventure amid stunning mountain vistas.
- From Geneva (approx. 220km, 3 hours): Enjoy a picturesque drive through mountain passes and valleys, taking around three hours.
- From Lyon (approx. 220km, 2¾ hours): Traverse charming alpine villages on a 2¾-hour journey filled with captivating vistas.
- From Grenoble (approx. 190km, 2½ hours): Wind through mountain panoramas on a 2½-hour drive brimming with rugged beauty.
For those using public transport, trains to Bourg-Saint-Maurice followed by a bus or taxi ride offer convenient access. Alternatively, fly into Geneva or Lyon airports and take a shuttle, private transfer, or rental car to Tignes.
Tignes Ski and Snowboard Resort Guide:
Photo: Evolution 2 Tignes
Linked with Val d’Isère to make up the fabulous Espace Killy ski area, Tignes is home to some of the best skiing on the planet. One of the highest resorts in Europe at 2100m and with a glacier at 3456m altitude, Tignes can guarantee excellent snow conditions and has one of the longest seasons with almost year-round skiing. The main season runs from November until May, but the glacier is open in summer and Autumn as well.
There’s something for everyone in Tignes, but the resort is a particular mecca for sporty skiers and snowboarders. The off piste terrain is among the best in the Alps and there’s no shortage of challenging pistes, including the fabulous Sache black run. At resort level there are multiple villages- Val Claret is the highest at the foot of the Grande Motte, Lavachet and Le Lac are in the heart of the resort, while Tignes 1800 and Les Brevières are prettier hamlets in the forest for those that prefer a more authentic vibe.
Tignes for Beginners:
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For those new to the slopes, Tignes provides gentle nursery slopes and wide, forgiving runs perfect for building confidence. The Plateau and Trolles areas offer accessible terrain and stunning panoramic views, making learning to ski an enjoyable and memorable experience.
Tignes for Intermediates:
Photo: Evolution 2 Tignes
Intermediate skiers will find themselves spoiled for choice in Tignes. From cruising down the wide-open pistes of Aiguille Percée to exploring the scenic trails of Les Boisses, there’s something for everyone seeking a bit of challenge and adventure.
Tignes for Experts:
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For the more advanced skiers seeking an adrenaline rush, Tignes delivers in spades. The iconic La Sache and Double M runs present formidable challenges, while the off-piste terrain of La Grande Motte beckons those craving untracked powder and steep descents.
Learn to ski and snowboard in Tignes
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And there you have it! SkiBro‘s Ultimate Resort Guide: Tignes. For ski passes in Tignes, ski maps and resort updates, head here.
