Les 2 Alpes caters really well for everyone from little tots to energetic teenagers.
Spring half-term activities in Les 2 Alpes
The best things to do with kids in Les 2 Alpes this half-term
Half-term is the perfect excuse to swap screens for snowy adventures, and Les 2 Alpes is one of the best alpine resorts for family holidays in the French Alps. Set at the foot of one of Europe’s largest ski areas, this lively resort offers far more than excellent skiing, with a huge choice of winter activities to suit toddlers, teens and adults alike. From husky sledding and thrilling toboggan runs to ice skating, swimming, snowshoeing and spectacular mountain experiences, Les 2 Alpes makes it easy to create unforgettable family memories. Here’s our guide to the best ways to make the most of your February half-term holiday in the mountains.
Evenings out in Les 2 Alpes
The bars in resort are generally very family friendly, especially during the early evening when it's perfectly normal to see families enjoying a relaxed drink after a day on the slopes. Children are made to feel welcome, with many venues offering games, cosy seating and a laid-back atmosphere, whilst those serving food often have dedicated children's menus if your après drinks spill over into dinner… (no pun intended).
Bars & Clubs in Les 2 Alpes
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Smithy's Tavern
Popular British bar and restaurant with both locals and visitors alike and a must for any visit
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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Slide Planet (Shackleton) Restaurant and Bar 
Slide Planet (Shackleton) Restaurant and Bar
Bar and café inside a ski hire shop, close to the Jandri Express with outside seating
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.
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Le Strike Bowling Alley 
Le Strike Bowling Alley
Beer and skittles! Located right in the centre of resort and open daily
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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Pano Bar
Lively après-ski bar on the mountain with live music and entertainment every day
Perched high at two thousand six hundred metres, The Pano Bar is where Les Deux Alpes comes to life each afternoon. Opening early with the lifts, it’s the perfect place to start your day on the mountain with a hot chocolate or coffee while soaking up the incredible panoramic views.
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La Rhumerie Bar
Rum bar with a pirate theme and over 60 different flavours of rum to try
Anchored in Les Deux Alpes for over thirty years, La Rhumerie is a truly unique bar that transports visitors on a “piratesque” adventure. From the moment you step inside, the charming and intriguing décor captures the imagination, promising a journey across the globe for both your senses and your taste buds.
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Polar Bear Pub
A great après-ski spot with live music, DJs and sport on the big screens
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.
Fun on the snow
Les 2 Alpes has plenty of dedicated spaces and activities designed to keep younger visitors entertained. Head to family-friendly areas such as the Piou-Piou zones and beginner areas around the resort, where children can enjoy gentle slopes, playful learning spaces and fun features designed to help them build confidence whilst discovering the excitement of the mountains.
You’ll find that local sports shops sell and rent sledges, so pick up your own and head to one of Les 2 Alpes’ dedicated sledging areas for some classic winter fun. The toboggan run at the foot of the slopes is a popular choice for families, offering a safe and accessible way for little ones to enjoy the snow, while older children can take on longer descents. Whether it’s a first snowy adventure or a race to the bottom, sledging is a simple way to create lasting family memories in the mountains.
Ski Hire in Les 2 Alpes
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Vallée Blanche
Located close to the Place Mont de Lans and the Vallee Blanche lift
Want to rent skis or snowboards in Les 2 Alpes? Just visit the Skiset Vallée Blanche store!
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Ski Extreme
One stop shop for all your ski and snowboard equipment hire in Les 2 Alpes
No need to carry your ski equipment around with you! Simply pick it up from the ski shop in resort. You can collect your equipment from at least 5pm the day before your first skiing day.
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Dode Sports
Large ski shop specialising in ski rentals, repairs & maintenance
This family owned ski and snowboard rental shop is located at the foot of the ski slopes, next to the tourist office and only 50 metres from the main lift 'Le Jandri Express'.
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Hors Limites
Save 10% extra: use promo code STWSKI when booking ski hire online
This ski and snowboard shop is well equipped to suit your requirements and ability.
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Sport Emotion Venosc
One of four Sport Emotion shops in 2 Alpes, located near the Place de Venosc
Florence and her team welcome you to his store where they ensure you have a great skiing holiday. A team of technical staff boast know-how, warmth and professionalism. Sport Emotion Venosc is located on the Avenue de la Muzelle, near the teleseige Super Venosc and the Diable.
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Le Flocon d'Or
Ski and snowboard rental next to Super Venosc Lift
Ski and snowboard hire at Odalys Flocon D'Or Apartments at the top end of Les 2 Alpes. Save time and money by booking online with Intersport. Have your equipment ready to pick up as soon as you arrive and hit the slopes straight away!
Action packed days
If you’ve got young thrill-seekers to keep entertained, then Les 2 Alpes’ ski schools have plenty of adrenaline-fuelled activities to add some excitement to their holiday. Enquire directly to find out what extra activities they offer, from freestyle sessions and fun challenges to snow-based adventures designed for younger skiers.
Or get the kids involved in some “off-piste”, “freeride”, or “snowpark” lessons. With its impressive high-altitude terrain and dedicated freestyle areas, Les 2 Alpes is a fantastic place for adventurous skiers to develop their skills. Qualified instructors will help them learn new techniques, build confidence and safely push their limits while discovering a different side of the mountain.
Ski School Lessons in Les 2 Alpes
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Private ski lessons
British ski instruction at its very best with over 15 years snowsports experience
Learn to ski in English or French with a kind, caring and professional, female ski instructor.
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Group ski lessons
Small groups for adults and children of all abilities with a well-established and trusted ski school
Established in 1991, this ski and snowboard school was one of the first British ski schools in France and is renowned for its fantastic instructors and excellent customer service.
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Private ski lessons
Quality tuition with English speaking instructors since 2013
This ski and snowboard school has gained a phenomenal reputation since it was established in Les Deux Alpes.
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Private ski lessons
Private skiing and snowboarding lessons with highly rated instructors
This ski school connects snow sports enthusiasts of all abilities with expert ski and snowboard instructors across Europe’s top resorts. With thousands of top-rated, verified instructors to choose from, their private lessons offer a flexible and personalised learning experience.
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Private ski lessons
British school offering a wide range of private lesson options tailored to all ages and abilities
Established in 1991, this ski and snowboard school was one of the first British-run ski schools in France. Their team is known for going the extra mile, offering excellent customer service and delivering outstanding lessons and guiding.
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Group ski lessons
Quality tuition in small classes with English speaking instructors
This ski and snowboard school was first set up in Les Deux Alpes in 2013 and has gained a phenomenal reputation (just have a look at the reviews).
Out and about in Les 2 Alpes
If you’ve invested in the Les 2 Alpes lift pass, you’ll find that the resort offers plenty of extras that make unforgettable family excursions. You can take the Jandri 3S cable car up to 3,400m for breathtaking views across the Alps, visit the Grotte de Glace to explore a magical world of ice sculptures carved into the glacier, or head higher into the resort’s spectacular glacier area for a true high-altitude experience.
Even a simple mountain outing can become an adventure; you can follow snowy walking trails, explore the different areas of the resort, or take a scenic lift ride just to enjoy the views and stop for a hot chocolate at a mountain restaurant. With so many accessible experiences beyond the pistes, Les 2 Alpes makes it easy to turn a day in the mountains into an unforgettable family adventure.
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Behind the scenes at Jandri
Discover the engineering behind the resort’s newest lift
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
3200m above sea level at the top of the Jandry Express
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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Sunset 3200
Sip, savour, and watch the sun set over the Alps
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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Funicular visit
Journey beneath the glacier to breathtaking alpine heights
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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Alpinism Museum, St Christophe en Oisans
Musée d'Alpinisme St Christophe en Oisans
Discover historic mountaineering exhibits, old photos and a history of alpinism in the Ecrins and Meije areas.
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Ecrins National Park 
Ecrins National Park
The Ecrins National Park is one of the highlights of the Southern Alps region
The Ecrins National Park is one of the highlights of the Southern Alps region.
Family activities for everyone
Les 2 Alpes offers plenty of family-friendly activities beyond skiing, making it easy to fill your holiday with memorable mountain experiences. Families can enjoy ice skating at the outdoor rink in the centre of resort, take a swim at the swimming pool and wellness area, or race down the slopes on the thrilling Luge 2 Alpes toboggan run.
For a truly magical experience, try a husky sledding adventure through the snowy landscapes, explore the mountains on a snowshoeing excursion, or take in the incredible views from a scenic winter walk. Families can also enjoy bowling, cinema trips, paragliding and even visit the Ice Cave at the top of the glacier, where they can discover a fascinating world carved into the ice. With so many activities beyond skiing, Les 2 Alpes makes it easy to keep the whole family entertained.
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Behind the scenes at Jandri
Discover the engineering behind the resort’s newest lift
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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Sunset 3200
Sip, savour, and watch the sun set over the Alps
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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Ice skating rink
Outdoor ice rink, open throughout the winter
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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Venosc adventure park
Tree-top adventures for children and adults
Situated in a natural wooded environment, Adventure Park is a true leisure area used by a wide-ranging public. With monkey bridges, Tyroleans, Tarzan leaps, suspended ladders, trapezes and more.
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Ice cave
3200m above sea level at the top of the Jandry Express
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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Palais des Sports
Main sports centre and conference facilities
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.
