Forecast today: Mainly fair
Check out the Ski Club’s holidays available in this resort
including the largest skiable glacier in Europe, as well as the longest fully on-piste vertical available in the world – 2,200m.
Beyond these achievements, it’s snowsure reputation and impressive off piste terrain make it a firm favourite for British visitors. The resort boasts 200km of on piste terrain, beginners are well catered for, expert skiers can head over to La Grave and the resort is also home to one of the best snowparks in Europe.
Numerous upgrades have been installed or are planned over the coming seasons, with more than €500 million due to be spent on facilities, including two major new chairlifts and a massive upgrade to the Jandri Express.
There is a vast range of accommodation available in the village that stretches for almost 2km along a wide, sunny valley. Off the slopes there is a huge amount to do, including on the après front – this is it is one of the liveliest resorts in France.
The main slopes are located above the treeline but their altitude makes them amongst the most snowsure in the Alps. A huge amount of money has been spent on improving the pistes back down into the resort – there are now green and blue options back to town. Intermediates will be kept happy by the varied terrain beyond the Crêtes ridge and more advanced skiers have some great off piste to look forward to, especially if you head to La_Grave.
The gentle slopes at the base of the hill are ideal for beginners, especially as their sunny aspect keeps the cold at bay and several of the lifts are free.
From here, progression to longer greens on the Crêtes ridge and down the long, winding Demoiselles piste is good – just steer clear of these areas at the end of the day to avoid the crowds returning home. On a sunny day, the gentle blues on the glacier are a good option, just make sure you’re competent on draglifts.
Intermediate skiers and boarders will enjoy the snow quality and the gentle runs at the top of the mountain, although some of the main routes can get busy and there is not a huge amount of groomed terrain to explore. The under- utilised Vallée Blanche sector on the other side of town has some good runs but you will need to ride slow, old chairlifts.
On piste there are some genuine blacks, including the Bellecombes 6 and in good snow both Diable 1 and Diable 2. The main attraction however is the off piste, much of which centres on the La Fée sector and the Chalance off piste route.
Expert skiers should make sure they catch the snowcat connection to La_Grave, where some of the world’s best and gnarliest off piste terrain can be found.
The village is a long, sprawling collection of apartments, hotels, bars and shops, most of which line the two streets that form the one-way traffic system. Much of the accommodation is very good value, certainly compared to some of the other big French resorts. Off the slopes there is loads to do and you could quite happily come here and not even head up the mountain, see the resort’s website for more details.
There is an amazing range of childcare options available and lots of choice when it comes to UK tour operators that specialise in family chalet holidays. Add this to the sunny beginner slopes on the edge of the village, great ski schools and a wide range of things to do away from the slopes and this is an ideal choice for a family holiday.
Although it is great for families, Les Deux Alpes is also home to some of France’s best après and is always very lively – none more so than during Rise Festival. Table dancing at après is a common feature at Pano Bar by Toura and then when back in the village there is a great range of bars to choose from – including Smithy’s Tavern, O’Brians, Polar Bear Pub and Pub le Windsor.
Category | Day Ticket | 3 Days | 6 Days |
Adult (13-64) | €42.50 – €53 | €127 – €159 | €238 – €265 |
Child (under 5) | Free | Free | Free |
Child (5-12) | €38.50– €42.50 | €115 – €127.50 | €210.30 – €212 |
Senior (65-71) | €42.50 – €49.50 | €127.50 – €148.50 | €238 – €247 |
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Weather | Mainly fair |
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Generally clear | Mainly fair |
Mainly fair |
Mainly fair | Occasional snow |
Light snow shwr |
Partly cloudy | Generally clear |
Generally clear |
Generally clear | Occasional snow |
Light snow shwr |
Occasional snow | Occasional snow |
Light snow shwr |
Occasional snow | Generally clear |
Partly cloudy |
Occasional snow | Occasional snow |
Occasional snow |
Occasional snow | Generally clear |
Snow grains |
Mainly fair | Occasional snow |
Occasional snow |
Occasional snow |
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Snow expected | 0 cm | 0 cm | 0 cm | 0 cm | 0 cm | 0 cm | 0.4 cm | 0.5 cm | 0 cm | 0 cm | 0 cm | 0 cm | 2 cm | 2.1 cm | 2.2 cm | 1.4 cm | 1.4 cm | 2.2 cm | 0.2 cm | 0.6 cm | 0.9 cm | 1.9 cm | 3.5 cm | 2 cm | 0 cm | 0.9 cm | 0.3 cm | 1.8 cm | 1.6 cm | 3.1 cm |
Max temp | -3.4°c | -3.4°c | -5.5°c | -2.2°c | -2.2°c | -4.3°c | -3°c | -3°c | -4.8°c | -1°c | -1°c | -3.1°c | -4.8°c | -5.8°c | -8.8°c | -12.7°c | -12.5°c | -12.6°c | -10.5°c | -10.3°c | -11°c | -10.1°c | -10.1°c | -10.7°c | -7.6°c | -7.6°c | -8.5°c | -7.7°c | -7.7°c | -7.8°c |
Min temp | -6°c | -5.5°c | -6.4°c | -6°c | -4.3°c | -4.9°c | -4°c | -4.8°c | -5.9°c | -4°c | -3.1°c | -3.8°c | -5.8°c | -8.8°c | -12°c | -13.1°c | -12.8°c | -13°c | -14°c | -11.1°c | -11.3°c | -10.8°c | -11.1°c | -11.1°c | -9.8°c | -8.6°c | -9.2°c | -8.8°c | -8°c | -8.2°c |
Feels like temp | -9.9°c | -3.4°c | -5.5°c | -6°c | -2.2°c | -4.3°c | -8.2°c | -7.2°c | -9.7°c | -7.8°c | -1°c | -3.1°c | -8.7°c | -10.2°c | -14.2°c | -19.8°c | -19.8°c | -18.7°c | -19.9°c | -10.5°c | -11.1°c | -10.5°c | -14.8°c | -16.3°c | -9.8°c | -7.6°c | -8.6°c | -8.8°c | -12.8°c | -12.4°c |
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Weather | Mainly fair |
Mainly fair |
Generally clear |
Wind | |||
Snow expected | 0 cm | 0 cm | 0 cm |
Max temp | -3.4°c | -3.4°c | -5.5°c |
Min temp | -6°c | -5.5°c | -6.4°c |
Feels like temp | -9.9°c | -3.4°c | -5.5°c |
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Weather | Mainly fair |
Mainly fair |
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Snow expected | 0 cm | 0 cm | 0 cm |
Max temp | -2.2°c | -2.2°c | -4.3°c |
Min temp | -6°c | -4.3°c | -4.9°c |
Feels like temp | -6°c | -2.2°c | -4.3°c |
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Weather | Mainly fair |
Mainly fair |
Generally clear | Mainly fair |
Mainly fair |
Mainly fair | Generally clear |
Rain shower |
Mainly fair | Generally clear |
Generally clear |
Generally clear | Rain shower |
Occasional snow |
Light snow shwr | Light snow shwr |
Light snow shwr |
Snow shower | Broken clouds |
Partly cloudy |
Mainly fair | Occasional snow |
Occasional snow |
Generally clear | Mainly fair |
Generally clear |
Partly cloudy | Mainly cloudy |
Occasional snow |
Occasional snow |
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Snow expected | 0 cm | 0 cm | 0 cm | 0 cm | 0 cm | 0 cm | 0 cm | 0 cm | 0 cm | 0 cm | 0 cm | 0 cm | 0 cm | 1 cm | 1.9 cm | 2.8 cm | 1.8 cm | 3.5 cm | 0.2 cm | 0.1 cm | 0.2 cm | 0.4 cm | 1.2 cm | 1.4 cm | 0 cm | 0.1 cm | 0.6 cm | 0.1 cm | 0 cm | 0.5 cm |
Max temp | 8°c | 8.2°c | 5.1°c | 10.6°c | 10.6°c | 7°c | 10.6°c | 10.6°c | 6.1°c | 11.5°c | 11.6°c | 7.9°c | 4.4°c | 3.5°c | -0.5°c | -1.6°c | -1.2°c | -2.9°c | 1.2°c | 1.2°c | -1.5°c | 1.9°c | 1.9°c | -1.1°c | 4°c | 4°c | 0.8°c | 4.4°c | 4.4°c | 2°c |
Min temp | 1.6°c | 5.1°c | 2.9°c | 2.6°c | 7°c | 4.3°c | 4.4°c | 6.1°c | 3.8°c | 3.2°c | 7.9°c | 5.1°c | 3.5°c | -0.5°c | -3.2°c | -3.7°c | -2.9°c | -3.5°c | -4.7°c | -1.5°c | -2.7°c | -3.2°c | -1.1°c | -3.1°c | -2.8°c | 0.8°c | -1.3°c | -1.2°c | 2°c | 0.1°c |
Feels like temp | 1.4°c | 7.5°c | 4.8°c | 0.2°c | 9°c | 6.5°c | 4.1°c | 9.2°c | 4.3°c | 2.9°c | 10.3°c | 7.4°c | 4°c | 1.1°c | -4.2°c | -7.5°c | -5.9°c | -6.8°c | -8.2°c | -1.9°c | -1.5°c | -3.2°c | -0.7°c | -1.1°c | -2.8°c | 3.6°c | 0.7°c | -4.4°c | 1.8°c | -0.9°c |
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Wind | |||
Snow expected | 0 cm | 0 cm | 0 cm |
Max temp | 8°c | 8.2°c | 5.1°c |
Min temp | 1.6°c | 5.1°c | 2.9°c |
Feels like temp | 1.4°c | 7.5°c | 4.8°c |
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Weather | |||
Wind | |||
Snow expected | 0 cm | 0 cm | 0 cm |
Max temp | 10.6°c | 10.6°c | 7°c |
Min temp | 2.6°c | 7°c | 4.3°c |
Feels like temp | 0.2°c | 9°c | 6.5°c |
Snowfall | Last Snowfall | 11/03/2024 |
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Next 3 days | 1 cm | |
Depths | Upper piste depth | 200 cm |
Lower piste depth | 30 cm | |
Snow conditions | Snow quality | New snow |
Lifts | Lifts open | 44 out of 44 |
Resort opening date | Sat 02 Dec 2023 | |
Resort closing date | Sun 28 Apr 2024 |
France gets off to a slow start over the weekend with cold temperatures and minimal snow and a freezing line sitting around the 2000m mark. High pressure dominates the weekend until Monday meaning lovely blue bird days for a great weekend of skiing. This then turns to low pressure which results in a return of snow.
As we move into the next week, there is an early flurry of snow, most notably in Chamonix and for most of the northern French Alps getting 30-40 cm’s of snow early next week. Temperatures seem to stay around the -3 degrees mark and the creeping up to -6/-7 overnight.
The most up-to-date avalanche forecasting for the French Alps can be found on Meteo France’s website
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