Tignes
Tignes: Where Alpine Adventure Soars to 3,456m! Explore 300km of thrilling pistes in the Tignes-Val d’Isère area. Whether you seek picturesque tree-lined runs, challenging blues and reds, or epic descents from the Grande Motte glacier, this resort has it all.
With vibrant villages like Val Claret and Le Lac, or serene bases in Le Lavachet and more, your snowy paradise awaits. Dive under the ice, ride waterslides, and embrace the thrill of Bun J Ride.
Tignes: Where the Alps meet your every desire.
Highlights
Activity
In Tignes Le Lac, embark on a mesmerizing adventure as you take the plunge into a frozen lake. Equipped with a dry suit, full-face mask, and oxygen tank, you'll be led by an experienced guide beneath the icy surface. Witness breathtaking ice formations, captivating colors, and ethereal bubbles gliding gracefully across the pristine ice canopy.
Après Ski
Nestled at the base of the Trolles slope in Tignes Le Lac, Loop Bar beckons with its sun-soaked south-facing terrace and seamless ski-in, ski-out access. A perfect pit stop for your descent from the mountain. If you're a fan of live music, Loop is your haven, offering a continuous stream of entertainment well into the evening, ensuring there's never a dull moment.
Best Piste
At the head of the valley, above Val Claret, is the famous Grande Motte ski area, accessed by fast chairs or an underground funicular. This sector offers the area's most reliable snow and highest skiing (3455m), also open in the summer, with a variety of long runs (both on and off-piste) all the way back to base.
History
Tignes
Tignes, a picturesque Alpine destination in the Savoie region of France, has a rich history intertwined with the development of modern skiing and winter sports. The original village of Tignes, located in the Isère valley, existed for centuries until it was submerged in 1952 to create the Lac du Chevril for hydroelectric power.
This event led to the construction of the modern resort of Tignes, which is comprised of several villages at varying altitudes, each contributing to the vibrant and dynamic character of the area. Tignes became part of the renowned Espace Killy ski area, named after the Olympic skier Jean-Claude Killy, and has since become a world-class skiing destination, offering exceptional slopes and activities, making it a favorite among winter sports enthusiasts and travelers from around the globe.
Things to do
Activities
Tignes, a year-round Alpine playground, offers a diverse range of activities to suit every taste. In the winter, its pristine slopes draw skiers and snowboarders from all over the world, and the Grande Motte glacier provides skiing at remarkable altitudes.
But Tignes isn't just about snow; it's a gateway to thrilling experiences. Beneath the icy surface of Tignes Le Lac, you can immerse yourself in a surreal underwater world through ice diving, a unique adventure that allows you to explore mesmerising ice formations and colours.
Beyond that, you can ride waterslides at Le Lagon pool, embark on the exhilarating Bun J Ride (a mix of ski jumping and bungee jumping), or simply soak in the stunning natural beauty that surrounds you. In Tignes, there's always something for everyone, making it a destination that keeps adventurers coming back year after year.
Getting around
Transport
Getting around Tignes is convenient and efficient. The resort operates a free shuttle bus service that connects all the major villages within Tignes, making it easy to move from one point to another.
For those staying in the center of the action, many places are within walking distance, and if you're headed to the slopes, ski-in, ski-out accommodations are readily available. Tignes also offers a network of well-maintained walking and cycling paths, perfect for enjoying the scenic beauty of the Alps.
Whether you prefer strolling, using the free shuttle, or making use of the excellent public transportation, getting around Tignes is a breeze, ensuring you can explore the entire area with ease.
Après ski
Activities
Tignes knows how to keep the mountain magic alive even after the slopes have closed. When it comes to après-ski, the Loop Bar stands out as a vibrant and bustling hub of activity.
Nestled at the base of the Trolles slope in Tignes Le Lac, this sun-kissed bar offers the perfect setting for unwinding. With its ski-in, ski-out convenience and a south-facing sun terrace, it's an ideal spot to recharge.
What truly sets Loop Bar apart is its energetic atmosphere, often accompanied by live music and exciting events that keep the party going long into the evening. It's just one of the many après-ski options in Tignes, where you can toast to a day well spent on the mountain and celebrate the alpine spirit with fellow snow lovers.
How do I get Lift Passes?
Ski Pass
Tignes is part of one of the largest linked ski areas in Europe, with more than 300km of pistes spread over two different resorts: Tignes and Val d'Isère. This ensures that buying a Tignes lift pass is money well spent!
To start with, be aware there are two main types of ski pass to choose from:
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Tignes Valley pass - the cheaper, local area ski pass; suitable for beginners
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Tignes-Val d'Isère pass - whole area pass, offering access to a whopping 300km of pistes in two different ski villages/valleys
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You can buy your pass online and collect them in resort or have them delivered, as well as at one of the ski pass offices.
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