Snow Fest
Romanians descend on Les 2 Alpes for a week of skiing, snowboarding and, most of all, partying.
Les 2 Alpes
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.
Le Village 1800
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 |
Events in Les Deux Alpes
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.
Events in Les Deux Alpes
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First tracks
Take the first lift up with the pisteurs and get the first tracks of the day.
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Black Garden Party, Les 2 Alpes
It’s a tradition in mid-April for mountain bikers to congregate to take in the slopes, including the legendary red Venosc slope and the Black Garden, an elite double-black slope.
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Micro Kids snowboard challenge
A fun timed mini bank slalom on snowboards for little children. Around 100 kids from 5 to 10 years old will take part.
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Mountain of Hell
The Mountain of Hell freeride downhill mountain biking competition is open to a number of international downhill experts as well as amateur riders, like you!
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Mountain of Hell Kids
Three categories of competitors in a crazy infectious atmosphere.
Sights & Attractions in Les Deux Alpes
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.
Sights in Les Deux Alpes
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Behind the scenes at Jandri
Step inside the heart of Les Deux Alpes’ newest lift and discover the engineering behind the Jandri three-S. Every Tuesday from late December, with extra sessions during the February holidays, you can join a guided visit to the intermediate station at two-thousand-six-hundred metres.
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Ice cave
Walk through a two-hundred-metre gallery to reach a magical network of rooms carved twenty metres below the surface of the snow, deep inside the glacier.
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Funicular visit
The Dôme Express funicular offers a unique way to reach 3,400 m, taking both skiers and pedestrians safely beneath the glacier. Starting from 3,100 m, this remarkable transport allows visitors to access the high-altitude environment of Les 2 Alpes with ease, making the glacier more accessible to everyone.
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Sunset 3200
Enjoy a magical alpine evening with a sunset aperitif at the restaurant Le 3200. Savour a selection of sweet and savoury treats while admiring the sun setting over the peaks, casting a golden glow across the slopes.
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Horse drawn sleigh rides
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).
Dining in Les Deux Alpes
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.
Restaurants in Les Deux Alpes
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La Cantine de Tom Restaurant
French restaurant with a number of traditional dishes as well as vegetarian and vegan friendly options. Open all day.
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The Soul Kitchen Restaurant
Small and cosy restaurant serving mountain favourites but with a veggie twist.
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La Porte d'à Côte Restaurant
Traditional regional cuisine made with local produce all year.
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Le P'tit Polyte Restaurant
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.
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Bouchon des Alpes Restaurant
Traditional French cuisine served either on the sunny terrace or the comfortable dining area, for brunch lunch and dinner.
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Les Melezes Restaurant and Brasserie
This restaurant, with its view over the Massif de la Muzelle, can accommodate around a hundred diners.
Nightlife in Les Deux Alpes
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.
Bars & Clubs in Les Deux Alpes
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Le QG Bar & Restaurant
Le QG is a lively bar and restaurant in Les Deux Alpes, famous for its brunch menu, creative cocktails and relaxed, buzzy vibe. Guests can enjoy pancakes, pizzas, burgers or tapas while soaking up the energetic atmosphere. Popular with both locals and holidaymakers, it’s the perfect spot for a casual meal, après-ski drinks or late-night music, making Le QG a favourite destination for anyone looking to combine great food, drinks and fun in one vibrant setting.
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Smithy's Tavern
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.
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Le Strike Bowling Alley
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.
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Polar Bear Pub
Right in the heart of Les Deux Alpes, Polar Bear Pub is the ultimate spot to unwind after a day on the slopes. Nestled on the town centre roundabout along the main street, this traditional wooden chalet welcomes visitors with a warm and friendly atmosphere, perfect for relaxing with friends or making new ones.
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Jukeboxx Bar
Expect a warm welcome at Jukeboxx, a freshly renovated bar that’s become a true paradise for music lovers and après-ski enthusiasts. Located in the heart of Les Deux Alpes, this lively spot blends the energy of the slopes with the rhythm of the night, creating the perfect place to unwind, dance, and celebrate.
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Slide Planet (Shackleton) Restaurant and Bar
Restaurant and bar with inside and outside seating, part of the Ski Set ski hire store, but it has easily gained its own reputation for great food and drinks.
Things to do in Les Deux Alpes
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.
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Ice skating rink
Right in the heart of Les Deux Alpes, the open-air ice rink offers one of those classic mountain moments you never really grow out of. You’ll find the entrance beside the Saga Centre amusement arcade on Rue des Sagnes, making it an easy stop whether you’re heading out for a stroll, meeting friends or keeping the kids entertained.
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Sunset 3200
Enjoy a magical alpine evening with a sunset aperitif at the restaurant Le 3200. Savour a selection of sweet and savoury treats while admiring the sun setting over the peaks, casting a golden glow across the slopes.
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Palais des Sports
Located in the heart of the resort, the Palais des Sports offers Les 2 Alpes a versatile space for sporting, cultural, and professional events. With 1,200m² of leisure and sports facilities, a large conference room, and an amphitheatre, the centre caters to a wide variety of activities throughout both summer and winter.
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Ice cave
Walk through a two-hundred-metre gallery to reach a magical network of rooms carved twenty metres below the surface of the snow, deep inside the glacier.
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Behind the scenes at Jandri
Step inside the heart of Les Deux Alpes’ newest lift and discover the engineering behind the Jandri three-S. Every Tuesday from late December, with extra sessions during the February holidays, you can join a guided visit to the intermediate station at two-thousand-six-hundred metres.
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Funicular visit
The Dôme Express funicular offers a unique way to reach 3,400 m, taking both skiers and pedestrians safely beneath the glacier. Starting from 3,100 m, this remarkable transport allows visitors to access the high-altitude environment of Les 2 Alpes with ease, making the glacier more accessible to everyone.
Watersports in Les Deux Alpes
Watersports in Les Deux Alpes
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Fun Stages
Fun Stages is an adventure company that providies activities and courses for children.
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White Water Rafting
From white water rafting and mini rafting to canyoning and via ferrata
Chalets in Les Deux Alpes
There are a small handful of chalets to choose from in 2 Alpes and the surrounding villages.
Chalets in Les Deux Alpes
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Chambertin Lodge Private 12 Person Chalet
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10-person chalet with large terrace
Welcome to their chalet COOP A residence.
10-person chalet with large terrace
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Le Panorama 12 Person Chalet
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La Panthère Des Neiges Private 14 Person Chalet
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Les 3 Ours 5 Room 9 Pers. Chalet
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La Muzelle Private 15 Person Chalet
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Holidays 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.
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Wonderful 8-person apartment with mountain view
Welcome to the "Cortina" residence.
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Leslie Alpen 2 Private 12 Person Chalet
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6-person apartment featuring a balcony with mountain view
Holiday flat in Les 2 Alpes!
6-person apartment featuring a balcony with mountain view
4 Apr 2026, 7 Nights, 1-6 people, Self-cateredFrom €712 -
Le Goleon Val Ecrins One-Bedroom (4p) 53m² Apartment
Welcome to Résidence Le Goléon-Val Écrins. These are luxury apartments 500 metres from the shops, under a mile from the centre of the resort and seven minutes' walk from the Mont-de-Lans and La Côte chairlifts.
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Alba 1 Bedroom Apartment
One-bedroom apartment with separate sleeping area, ideal for families or small groups.
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Erika Private 15 Person Chalet
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Hotels 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.
Hotels in Les Deux Alpes
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Ibiza Hotel
Just 300 metres from the slopes in Les 2 Alpes, Hotel Ibiza offers comfort, convenience and stunning Alpine views.
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Chalet Mounier Hotel
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.
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Les Melezes Hotel
Enjoy a warm welcome and charming Alpine comfort at this hotel in Les Deux Alpes.
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Les Lutins Hotel
Right in the heart of Les 2 Alpes, Hotel Les Lutins offers a great location, a welcoming atmosphere, and a historic bistro.
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L'Adret Hotel
Experience warm family hospitality at this tranquil Les Deux Alpes hotel, featuring cosy rooms, heated indoor and outdoor pools, a sauna, fitness facilities and delicious winter dining.
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Cote Brune Hotel
This welcoming, family-run hotel combines mountain tradition with modern comforts.
How to get to Les Deux Alpes
Transfers for Les 2 Alpes
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Private airport transfers
They provide the best price for airport transfers to destinations throughout the French Alps, year-round.
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Shared airport transfers
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.
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Private and shared airport transfers
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.
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Private airport transfers
Alp Venture offers safe, reliable and professional private transfers to Les 2 Alpes at competitive prices.
