Les 2 Alpes is synonymous with mountain adventure all year round.
Top adventure sports to do in Les 2 Alpes
Thrills and adrenaline highs in Les 2 Alpes
From high-altitude thrills on the glacier to adrenaline-fuelled descents, white water adventures and spectacular aerial experiences, Les 2 Alpes offers an incredible variety of outdoor activities for every age and ability. Whether you're seeking your next adrenaline fix or a new way to explore the mountains, there's no shortage of adventures to choose from. Here are a few of our favourites.
Guides & Tours in Les 2 Alpes
Off-piste skiing and freeride
Les 2 Alpes is a fantastic destination for off-piste skiing and freeride adventures, with access to varied terrain and some of the best powder conditions in the region. Local mountain guides can take experienced skiers beyond the marked pistes, helping them discover hidden bowls, untouched snowfields and more technical descents safely. Nearby La Grave is also within reach for those looking for a legendary freeride experience, with qualified guides providing expert knowledge of the terrain and mountain safety.
Glacier experiences and high-altitude visits
Thanks to its famous glacier, Les 2 Alpes offers a rare opportunity to experience the high mountains without needing to be an expert mountaineer. The Dôme Express lift takes visitors up to the glacier at around 3,400m, where panoramic views stretch across the Écrins Massif and surrounding peaks. Explore the unique alpine environment, visit the Grotte de Glace ice cave, or simply take in the incredible scenery from one of the highest viewpoints in the resort.
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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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Firstrax Mountain Guides
Mountain guides and fully certified international instructors in Les Deux Alpes
With over 10 years of experience, these mountain guides offer freeriding in the best powder spots of Les Deux Alpes and La Grave.
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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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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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ESI St Christophe ski guides
Off-piste guides for steep skiing and snowboarding in Les Deux Alpes
This company has been running in Les Deux Alpes from 1986 and as well as providing ski and snowboard lessons, they also offer off-piste guiding.
Watersports in Les 2 Alpes
White-water rafting
The nearby Vénéon River provides the perfect setting for rafting, hydrospeed and canyoning. Surrounded by the dramatic peaks of the Écrins Massif, these guided experiences combine fast-flowing rapids, crystal-clear pools and spectacular mountain scenery. Whether you’re trying rafting for the first time or looking for a more adrenaline-filled challenge, local providers offer trips to suit different ages and abilities.
Canyoning
For another level of adventure, with opportunities to swim, jump, scramble and abseil through the region’s impressive natural gorges.
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White Water Rafting
Try a range of water activities in the mountains
From white water rafting and mini rafting to canyoning and via ferrata
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Fun Stages
Kids adventure activities in the summer time
Fun Stages is an adventure company that providies activities and courses for children.
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Veneon Eaux Vives Watersports
White water activities on the edge of the Ecrins National Park
This watersports centre is located between Venosc and St Christophe, not far from the Ecrins National Park.
Mountain Biking in Les 2 Alpes
Les 2 Alpes is one of the Alps’ most famous mountain biking destinations, with its high-altitude Bike Park offering an impressive mix of downhill and enduro terrain. What makes it stand out is the unique opportunity to start rides up on the glacier at around 3,200m before descending through forests, alpine meadows and technical sections all the way back into the valley. With trails ranging from beginner-friendly runs to challenging downhill tracks, plus bike hire, coaching and local guides available, Les 2 Alpes is a true playground for mountain bikers of all levels.
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Blue MTB trails 
Blue MTB trails
Easy trails for beginner mountain bikers and families to enjoy
There are blue downhill trails to choose from in 2 Alpes, on both sides of the valley.
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Mountain biking in Deux Alpes 
Mountain biking in Deux Alpes
A range of mountain biking trails for every ability in Les 2 Alpes
Les Deux Alpes has fast become a popular place for mountain biking, with a huge mix of different graded trails giving opportunities for novices and pros to test their skills.
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Venosc MTB trails 
Venosc MTB trails
Trails accessible from Les 2 Alpes down to Venosc village
The Venosc mountain bike trails are the first to open, normally in April at the very end of the ski season. The trail builders are as keen to get riding as you are, and get out early to maintain and open the trails far in advance of the official summer opening.
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Elite MTB trails 
Elite MTB trails
Technically difficult trails for experts only with plenty of big features
We skip straight from red to elite trails in the 2 Alpes bike park, and this one will put the fear of God into you if you're not an accomplished rider.
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Red MTB trails 
Red MTB trails
More technically challenging riding for intermediate riders
Les 2 Alpes has a number of red downhill trails.
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Enduro and XC MTB trails 
Enduro and XC MTB trails
Trails in the Deux Alpes bike park with something for every level of rider and ability
There are both enduro trails and cross-country (XC) routes within the park.
Things to do in Les 2 Alpes
Paragliding
Les 2 Alpes is a spectacular place to try paragliding, with tandem flights offering unforgettable views across the resort, the Écrins Massif and the surrounding alpine peaks. Launching from the mountains above the valley, you’ll glide above forests, glaciers and dramatic landscapes while accompanied by an experienced pilot. Suitable for beginners and thrill-seekers alike, paragliding is a unique way to discover the beauty of Les 2 Alpes from a completely different perspective.
Climbing and Via Ferrata
Les 2 Alpes’ rugged mountain scenery makes it an ideal destination for climbing and Via Ferrata adventures. Guided routes take you across rocky cliffs and alpine terrain, combining climbing, scrambling and breathtaking views. Whether you’re a complete beginner or an experienced climber, there are options to suit different abilities. Via Ferrata routes offer a thrilling way to explore the mountains, using fixed cables, ladders and bridges to navigate dramatic landscapes safely.
Things To Do in Les 2 Alpes
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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.
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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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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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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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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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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.
Walking in Les 2 Alpes
Walking, hiking and trail running is a popular way to experience the mountains in Les 2 Alpes’ - its high-altitude landscapes make every route feel like an adventure. Set at the gateway to the Écrins National Park, the resort offers spectacular trails through alpine meadows, rocky valleys and dramatic mountain scenery, with routes ranging from gentle family walks to challenging summit hikes. Local guides and trail running specialists can help you discover the best paths, hidden viewpoints and high-altitude routes. Whether you’re chasing a personal challenge or simply looking to explore the mountains at your own pace, Les 2 Alpes has plenty of trails to discover.
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Le Sapey and the Tour du Pied Moutet hike 
Le Sapey and the Tour du Pied Moutet hike
A six hour hike with great mountain views and a few tricky sections
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.
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Le Fioc walk 
Le Fioc walk
A half-day hike with a break at a rustic farmhouse restaurant
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.
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Les Perrons walk 
Les Perrons walk
A short walk to a beautiful viewpoint on the edge of the resort
This easy walk is suitable for all abilities and leads to fantastic views.
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Aiguille de Venosc hike 
Aiguille de Venosc hike
A long walk taking in two scenic lakes and a striking mountain peak
At 2,830m, this rocky pyramid would dominate the view from Les Deux Alpes were it not for its larger neighbour, La Muzelle.
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La Moliere walk 
La Moliere walk
A short family-friendly walk of a couple of hours with a small altitude difference
This lovely walk is suitable for families, so everyone can enjoy the forest and meadow scenery.
