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Nestled in the Isère region, the resort of Les Deux Alpes stretches from roughly 1300m to 3600m in altitude. Thanks to its renowned high-altitude terrain, it ranks among the highest ski areas in Europe, ensuring excellent snow quality throughout the season. This elevated setting makes it a true haven for skiing and snowboarding enthusiasts.
Around 75% of the ski area sits above 2000m, which means you can enjoy reliable conditions from December to May, with natural spring snow adding to the experience later in the season. The domain offers more than 220km of marked pistes for all levels and spreads across several contrasting mountain faces. Some are bathed in sunshine, others feel more remote and rugged, and each one provides sweeping views and long, enjoyable descents.
The resort is also known for its spacious, lively village centre, lined with shops, restaurants and bars that create a warm après-ski atmosphere. When you want to relax, you can choose from a swimming pool, an ice rink and dedicated wellness facilities, as well as a wide range of activities including paragliding, ice climbing and panoramic helicopter flights. It is an inviting destination where you can balance exhilaration with complete relaxation.
Find out all about what is happening in Les Deux Alpes and how to make the most of your time here. The latest news, reviews of fun activities, current events and the trendiest restaurants, as well as interviews with leading locals, insider's guides and our top choices for things to do, see, and experience in the valley. Plus, during the winter season, our famous snow reports and dump alerts all in the same place.
See allLatest News & ReviewsIn winter the resort is host to a number of international festivals and skiing events. The Rise Festival just before Christmas features big name bands and DJs, while other big winter events include the Mad Snow Race in January. In the summer, snow camps and freestyle ski competitions take place on the glacier, while the legendary mountain bike race, the Mountain of Hell, takes place at the end of June.
See allUpcoming EventsLes Deux Alpes is most famous for its top-class skiing and snowboarding in the winter and in the summer, but there are plenty of other things to do here throughout the year. During the summer, Les Deux Alpes turns into a big mountain biking destination while, in the winter, you can try ice skating and snowshoeing. The area also has a number of more leisurely pursuits including forested trails, markets and a number of spa facilities.
There are lots of places to visit in and around Les Deux Alpes. From the centre of resort, take the Jandri Express up to the top to enjoy the breathtaking views from the glacier, all the way to Mont Blanc. While you're there, visit the ice caves decorated with beautiful ice sculptures. The neighbouring old villages of Venosc and Mont de Lans provide a welcome change of scenery with their historical cobbled streets and artisan workshops.
Les Deux Alpes caters for everyone, from the gourmet to the fast-food fan. Choose from Michelin-starred restaurants, crepes, local specialities such as fondue and raclette, pizza, burgers and much more.
Les Deux Alpes holds a fine reputation for its nightlife. A multitude of cafés, bars, clubs and restaurants will cater to all your eating, drinking and dancing-in-your-ski-boot needs.
There are over 220km of pistes in the Les Deux Alpes, split into two sectors: the Vallée Blanche and the Glacier. It also has a lot of great off-piste terrain although, for backcountry skiing, nothing beats neighbouring La Grave.
Most people come to Les Deux Alpes to ski or snowboard in winter and summer. However, the resort has plenty more to offer including sightseeing, ice skating, snowshoeing, mountain biking, paragliding and climbing.
Les 2 Alpes has a good selection of hotels along the main road, as well as catered chalets and self-catered apartments all around resort. Mont de Lans and Venosc are perfect for those looking for peace and quiet.
