The Magic Avenue
Avenue de la Muzelle, the main street in Les Deux Alpes, transforms into a magical festive arena where you can take a stroll, sip a vin chaud and lose yourself in the festive spirit.
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A pretty little village in a peaceful valley at 1,000m with quick lift access to Les 2 Alpes
Venosc is a traditional Alpine village in the Vénéon valley, linked to Les 2 Alpes by a speedy seven-minute gondola. You’ll find cobbled streets, artisan shops and a relaxed atmosphere far from the resort’s hustle and bustle. Most places to stay are self-catered chalets and apartments, with neighbouring hamlets offering more choice if you have a car. It’s an ideal spot for a quiet stay without sacrificing slope access.
Venosc is a charming traditional Alpine village tucked in the Vénéon valley at 1,000m, just below Les 2 Alpes. Linked to the main resort by a seven-minute gondola ride, it offers a peaceful base with easy access to the slopes while keeping you well away from the bustle of the main town. Its cobbled streets are home to local artisans and artists producing everything from honey and cheese to pottery, silks and leatherwork, giving the village a warm, authentic feel. Most accommodation is self-catered chalets and apartments, with a few neighbouring hamlets like Bourd d’Arud, Les Gauchoirs and La Danchere offering more options if you have a car. With the river running through the valley and stunning scenery on your doorstep, Venosc is perfect if you want a quiet stay without losing the convenience of quick lift access.
| 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 |
Avenue de la Muzelle, the main street in Les Deux Alpes, transforms into a magical festive arena where you can take a stroll, sip a vin chaud and lose yourself in the festive spirit.
Take the first lift up with the pisteurs and get the first tracks of the day.
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.
If you've not had your fill of skiing or snowboarding by the time the lifts close for the day, you can get a few more runs in on these floodlit slopes.
Demonstrations of synchronised ski, telemark and snowboard by the local ESF instructors.
SnowZone combines winter sports action and electro music in Europe's hottest ski resorts, creating a unique winter sports event.
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 Chartreuse 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 two-hundred-metre gallery to reach a magical network of rooms carved twenty metres below the surface of the snow, deep inside the glacier.
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.
Le Dolilou restaurant is a great restaurant and bar, with brilliant food and Alpine atmosphere. It has an open fire and a terrace outdoors which people use as a beer garden or café as it's warmer down here from March onwards. In the summer the amazing Chateau de la Muzelle just across the road is open for fine food, and has beautiful grounds for ice cream and Sunday lunches and dinners.
Also worth a look is the restaurant at the Champ du Moulin campsite. It's cheap and cheerful with burgers and tartiflette, and booking in advance is recommended. They open all year and also have outdoor drinks only terrace in the summer. It's a popular winter campsite so can get quite busy.
Small and cosy restaurant serving mountain favourites but with a veggie twist.
This restaurant, open all year, serves local fish, Charolais beef or duck, as well as salads, pastas, and vegetables.
This restaurant, with its view over the Massif de la Muzelle, can accommodate around a hundred diners.
Located next to the ice rink, this restaurant offers an extensive menu, with Savoyard specialities like fondue and raclette, as well as pizzas, grilled meats and home made desserts. A warm and friendly atmosphere with a large interior, making it the perfect place for large groups, families and friends and we hear the moules frites and steak tartare are great!
Traditional regional cuisine made with local produce all year.
French restaurant with a number of traditional dishes as well as vegetarian and vegan friendly options. Open all day.
Le Bombance, Venosc's only nightspot, serves traditional local specialities in an informal village setting. You'll find everyone in town here.
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.
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.
Motown café and bar is situated in the heart of Les Deux Alpes.
Step inside Le Saloon and experience one of Les Deux Alpes’ most unique dining and nightlife destinations. With its warm, Western-inspired décor, friendly staff and lively atmosphere, it offers a fun and memorable setting to relax after a day on the slopes. The restaurant and bar serve a variety of tasty dishes and drinks, making it perfect for a casual meal, an evening out with friends, or simply soaking up the energetic, distinctive vibe that sets Le Saloon apart in the resort.
This is a really popular place for both the locals and holiday makers too. With a cosy rustic feel about it and large portions on offer, you won't go away feeling hungry. Specialities include locally produced meats cooked over a wood fire, as well as some traditional Savoyarde favourites like raclette and tartiflette. They also do a mean wood fired pizza and have a varied selection of wine and champagnes in their cellar.
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.
The Veneon valley is a great base for walking, climbing and via ferrata, as well as white water rafting and kayaking. The 'Aventure Park' nearby offers high wire courses, zip lines and a bungee jump.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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
This watersports centre is located between Venosc and St Christophe, not far from the Ecrins National Park.
There are a small number of chalets to rent in summer and winter in Venosc.
Holiday rentals in Les Deux Alpes
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Holiday rentals in Les Deux Alpes
Holiday rentals in Les Deux Alpes
Holiday rentals in Les Deux Alpes
Holiday rentals in Les Deux Alpes
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Holiday rentals in Les 2 Alpes
Welcome to "Le Coolidge" residence.
Four-room cabin with terrace, ideal for families or groups of eight.
Résidence L'Alba is at the entrance of Les Deux Alpes resort. This prestigious accommodation offers premium services. With its 15 spacious and modern apartments, L'Alba promises a stay of the highest standard.
Holiday rentals in Les Deux Alpes
Just 300 metres from the slopes in Les 2 Alpes, Hotel Ibiza offers comfort, convenience and stunning Alpine views.
Enjoy a warm welcome and charming Alpine comfort at this hotel in Les Deux Alpes.
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.
Set in the centre of Les 2 Alpes, Hotel Serre Palas offers a warm and comfortable stay.
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.
This Dutch-run hotel offers warm hospitality and a good restaurant in the heart of the resort.
They provide the best price for airport transfers to destinations throughout the French Alps, year-round.
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.
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.
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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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