Rise Festival
The Rise Festival is in Les Deux Alpes for a week long party, both on and off the mountain.

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© OT Les 2 Alpes / Bruno Longo

© OT Les 2 Alpes / Monica Dalmasso

© OT Les 2 Alpes / Bruno Longo

© OT Les 2 Alpes - Bruno Longo

© OT Les 2 Alpes / Bruno Longo

© OT Les 2 Alpes - Bruno Longo
A high-altitude resort with glacier skiing and year-round mountain adventures
Les 2 Alpes is a high-altitude resort with 225km of pistes and the largest skiable glacier in Europe. The village stretches along a wide plateau with stunning views and a huge choice of self-catered apartments plus a few central chalets. Staying in the heart of the resort puts you close to lifts, bars and restaurants, while free shuttle buses make it easy to get around. The nearby market town of Bourg d’Oisans is perfect for a day trip or to stock up on supplies.
A former mountain pasture perched at 1,650m, Les 2 Alpes is France’s second oldest ski area after Chamonix and home to the largest skiable glacier in Europe. With 225km of pistes and skiing up to 3,600m, it’s a year-round destination for snow lovers and summer adventurers. The resort sits at the heart of a vast lift network linking it to surrounding villages, including Mont de Lans, Venosc and even La Grave, so wherever you stay, you’ll have easy access to the slopes.
The name ‘Deux Alpes’ comes from the two sides of the valley in which the resort was built. It stretches along a wide plateau with magnificent views to the Muzelle on the far side of the Vénéon valley. Accommodation is strung along the main road from Petit Plan to Place de Venosc, with most places within walking distance of shops, restaurants and bars. Staying right in the centre means you can be first on the lifts in the morning and last out of the bars at night, with everything on your doorstep. You’ll find a huge choice of self-catered apartments here, from compact studios to luxury penthouses sleeping ten or more. Chalets are a little rarer in the centre but there are still a few to choose from.
Free shuttle buses run through the resort to help you get around, so it’s worth checking where the nearest stop is to your accommodation. And if you need to stock up or fancy a day off the slopes, the lively market town of Bourg d’Oisans is just 20 to 30 minutes’ drive away with a big supermarket, garages, car hire, a Saturday market and plenty of cafés for a sunny lunch.
Village 1800 sits at the top end of Les 2 Alpes and is a quiet, purpose-built base with direct access to the slopes via the Village chairlift. Most accommodation here is in self-catered apartments ranging from compact studios to large chalet-style options for bigger groups. The accommodation here is simpler and in a quieter area than the main resort, but with super-easy access to the pistes. You’ll find free covered parking and a couple of handy shops and eateries, but for a livelier evening out, you’ll need to head down to the main resort.
| Location | Km from Les 2 Alpes | Best for |
| Les 2 Alpes | - | Being at the centre of everything |
| Le Village 1800 | 1.1 | Purpose-built, easy access to slopes |
| Venosc | 6 | Peaceful medieval village, linked by lift |
In the winter the resort is host to a number of freestyle events in the snow park and also in the summer where ski camps and racers come to train. Summer snowcamps and freestyle competitions take place on the galcier every year, attracting teams from all over the world.
The Rise Festival is in Les Deux Alpes for a week long party, both on and off the mountain.
The pretty village of La Grave, notorious for its challenging off-piste terrain is about 30 minutes away by road - ride the old gondola for some of the most spectacular mountain views in the region. The ride up to Pic Blanc at Alpe d'Huez an hour away offers views of distant Mont Blanc. Further afield you can tour the Chartreus distillery at Voiron on the other side of Grenoble, visit the museum and grounds of the chateau at Vizille on the D1091, or take a ride on the old funicular railway at St Hilaire du Touvet towards Chambery.
Walk through a 200m gallery to access a magical network of rooms carved out 20 metres below the surface of the snow, deep inside the glacier.
Discover the joys of sleigh rides through an idyllic setting on one of our 3 daily departures: 10am, 2pm and 3.30pm (1 hr 15 minute ride).
Deux Alpes caters for everyone from the gourmet to the fast food fan. At the top end, the Chalet Hotel Mounier offers tasting menus and an extensive wine list, and the Raisin d'Ours is owner-run by the Mounier's Michelin-starred former chef. Les Sagnes serves excellent crepes and a range of local specialities in a rustic atmosphere in front of a roaring log fire. Tribeca at one end of town and l'Etable at the other both have great pizzas, and anyone looking for a decent burger 'n' chips need look no further than the British-run Le Takeaway in the centre of town.
A lively restaurant and bar with generous portions of grilled meats, steaks and fajitas. The gourmet burgers are packed with flavour and come with all the trimmings. A great spot for dinner and a fun night out in the heart of Les Deux Alpes.
Traditional regional cuisine made with local produce all year.
This restaurant, with its view over the Massif de la Muzelle, can accommodate around a hundred diners.
This restaurant, open all year, serves local fish, Charolais beef or duck, as well as salads, pastas, and vegetables.
This is the renowned restaurant of the 4* Chalet Hotel Mounier, famous in the Southern Alps for its fine cuisine based on fresh local produce and the inventiveness of the chef.
They have a great wine menu from Corsican and French vineyards, or try the Corsican chestnut beer.
Deux Alpes has a well-deserved reputation as a party town. The fun starts daily at the Pano Bar at 2,600m, with a regular DJ. Later you can find live music and DJs at British-run bars Smithy's Tavern, Smokey Joe's and The Secret, and follow it up with a visit to the popular Avalanche nightclub next door to Smithy's. The Boardroom is popular with French seasonnaires, instructors and lifties, the Red Frog and Smokey Joe's show big screen sport, and the Brasilienne has a late-night club atmosphere.
Blending Alpine charm with a lively modern vibe, Smithy’s Tavern is a long-time favourite in Les Deux Alpes. Housed in a building that reflects traditional chalet style, the interior surprises with a spacious, contemporary design featuring a vibrant bar and an inviting upstairs restaurant.
Le QG is a lively bar and restaurant known for its brunch menu, cocktails and laid-back vibe. Tuck into pancakes, pizzas, burgers or tapas while soaking up the buzzy atmosphere. A firm favourite with locals and holiday makers for relaxed meals, après drinks and late-night music.
For a fun and lively night out in Les Deux Alpes, Le Strike Bowling Alley is the perfect destination. Challenge your friends or family to a few games over a couple of beers, and enjoy some friendly competition in a relaxed, welcoming setting.
Step inside Le Saloon and discover one of Les Deux Alpes’ most original dining and nightlife spots. With its warm, Western-inspired décor and lively atmosphere, this unusual restaurant and bar is the perfect place to unwind after a day on the mountain.
Situated at the foot of the slopes, Umbrella Bar is a lively hotspot in the heart of Les Deux Alpes, welcoming visitors in both summer and winter. Famous for its festive and friendly atmosphere, it’s the ultimate destination for après-ski fun, offering something for all ages to enjoy.
A firm favourite in Les Deux Alpes, The Spot is the place to go for great food, drinks, and atmosphere all year round. With a sunny terrace, live music nights, and all the big sporting events on screen, it’s the perfect spot to relax, refuel, and catch up with friends after a day on the mountain.
In winter, 2 Alpes and neighbouring La Grave are renowned for their incredible ski areas - on and off piste. There's something for every level of skier or snowboarder, plus a snow park and access to the glacier. The glacier can also be skied in summer when the resort transforms into a mountain biking and hiking mecca. There are so many summer activities to choose from, including golf - the nine-hole course at Deux Alpes starts appearing out of the snow around May, and is open for business when the resort opens for summer in June. Golfers looking for more of a challenge should head for the course at Uriage les Bain near Grenoble, just over an hour's drive away.
The sports centre in Les 2 Alpes is open throughout summer and winter and offers 1200m2 of leisure and sports space, as well as a large conference room and amphitheatre.
This 1,800m2 open-air artificial ice rink, located right in the heart of Les Deux Alpes, is great fun for friends and family.
Walk through a 200m gallery to access a magical network of rooms carved out 20 metres below the surface of the snow, deep inside the glacier.
This company gives you the opportunity to discover paragliding for the first time with a professional instructor.
Heated swimming pool located at the bottom of the slopes right next to the Alpette summer sledges.1 pool of 25 mt x 12 mt with a depth of 1.40 mt.
Offering paragliding and speed riding you can experience something different in Les 2 Alpes with Air 2 Alpes.
Col du Galibier mountain pass is recurrently the highest point of the Tour de France
Challenging loop of between 80km to 90km with the famed Alpe d'Huez climb.
Great for a recovery ride or an alternative to the big passes
This lovely walk is suitable for families, so everyone can enjoy the forest and meadow scenery.
This is a long and mostly gentle walk through pleasant scenery with some variation options to make it more challenging. You will pass through charming forests, alpine pastures and abandoned villages as you explore a lesser known side of the Les Deux Alpes resort.
Le Fioc is the name of the ridgeline that runs along the west side of Les Deux Alpes, from the woods above Bons to the Col de Mais. Beyond the Col is the steep rocky peak of Pied Moutet.
This easy walk is suitable for all abilities and leads to fantastic views.
At 2,830m, this rocky pyramid would dominate the view from Les Deux Alpes were it not for its larger neighbour, La Muzelle.
Fun Stages is an adventure company that providies activities and courses for children.
From white water rafting and mini rafting to canyoning and via ferrata
There are a small handful of chalets to choose from in 2 Alpes and the surrounding villages.
Holiday rentals in Les Deux Alpes
Holiday rentals in Les Deux Alpes
Holiday rentals in Les Deux Alpes
There are literally hundreds of apartments to choose from in 2 Alpes, mostly self catering, suiting couples right up to large groups of 18 or 20 people.
Holiday rentals in Les Deux Alpes
Comfortable one-bedroom apartment with outdoor space and a well-equipped kitchen.
Your ski apartments in Les Deux Alpes couldn't be better located. You'll find us in the bustling heart of the resort, close to the shops and 150 metres from the Devil's Chairlift. Everything's so close by that you can be skiing one minute and sipping a hot chocolate the next!
Holiday rentals in Les Deux Alpes
There are a number of hotels in 2 Alpes from chalet-hotels with traditional fixtures and fittings to the more contemporary ones with swimming pools and spa facilities.
Just 300 metres from the slopes in Les 2 Alpes, Hotel Ibiza offers comfort, convenience and stunning Alpine views.
Tucked away in the trees of Les 2 Alpes, Chalet Mounier is a family-run hotel offering direct access to the mountains. Perfect for skiers, food lovers and those seeking calm.
Enjoy a warm welcome and charming Alpine comfort at this hotel in Les Deux Alpes.
Set in the centre of Les 2 Alpes, Hotel Serre Palas offers a warm and comfortable stay.
Right in the heart of Les 2 Alpes, Hotel Les Lutins offers a great location, a welcoming atmosphere, and a historic bistro.
This welcoming, family-run hotel combines mountain tradition with modern comforts.
Booking with them means your holiday won’t involve the stress of public transport, the cost of private transfers, or the hassle of fitting snow chains on a hire car.
They provide the best price for airport transfers to destinations throughout the French Alps, year-round.
This company offers private and shared transfers from Geneva Airport to Les 2 Alpes, nearby areas, and resorts across the Alps. With great value fares on all journeys, it’s an easy way to save money.
Alp Venture offers safe, reliable and professional private transfers to Les 2 Alpes at competitive prices.
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.
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