Tignes – Val d’Isère lift passes:  tailored skipasses for Val d’Isère, Savoie (2024)

FAQs

Is it better to stay in Tignes or Val d Isere? ›

It's one of the biggest ski areas in Europe, with a staggering 300km of pisted runs, 80 ski lifts and 2 glaciers. Val d'Isère is one of the most popular ski resorts in the world for its lively après, nightlife and picturesque charm. While Tignes is a little higher, snow-sure and friendlier on the purse strings!

It starts in Tignes and takes in central Val d'Isere and Le Fornet at the far end of Val d'Isere. The route includes mainly reds and a few black runs so it's best for intermediate and advanced skiers/boarders.

Some people suffer quite badly from what is known as altitude sickness when they come to Val d'Isere, particularly if you suffer from any respiratory conditions such as asthma. If you do need regular inhalers then it's essential that you use them and at the first sign of light-headedness or nausea.

The cheapest way to get from Val d'Isere to Tignes is to taxi which costs €26 - €32 and takes 14 min. What is the fastest way to get from Val d'Isere to Tignes? The fastest way to get from Val d'Isere to Tignes is to taxi which takes 14 min and costs €26 - €32.

JANUARY IN VAL D'ISÈRE

Our favourite month. It can be fractionally colder than at other times, but this high above the clouds cold weather tends to be sunny.

Val d'Isère (and Tignes) have a much higher base elevation than Chamonix, and are known for having pretty much everything open even at the end of April. Also, there is less tree skiing than at Chamonix, so during a storm (more likely to happen in February), would Chamonix be better.

From 1930, the skiing trend arrived in Val d'Isère and instantly made it a choice destination. The post-war period saw the emergence of wintersports, and Val d'Isère became a world-class resort thanks to its exceptional ski area and the authentic charm of the village.

Is Val d isere better than Courchevel? ›

🥜 In a nutshell, Courchevel is slightly more extravagant than Val, but they are both pretty similar in terms of price point. The skiing is a touch better in Courchevel while if you're looking for a party, look no further than Val d'Isère.

It is advisable to exchange some cash before arriving in Val d'Isère. VAT is currently at 20%. There are reduced rates of 10% (restaurant food, attraction entry fee, public transport) and 5.5% (essential foodstuffs, books, concerts).

Tignes is predominantly an apartment resort, but the number and variety of hotels on offer is gradually increasing, as is their luxury in a resort that feels more and more upmarket.

Some people get it and some people don't, and some people are more susceptible than others. Most people can go up to 8,000 feet (2,438 meters) with minimal effect. If you haven't been to high altitude before, it's important to be cautious.

The dynamic pricing mechanism means that the cost gradually increases as the maximum capacity of the slopes and lifts in the Skiarea approaches. By buying online before the day you intend to ski, you can enjoy the cheapest prices, avoiding paying the maximum amount if you decide to buy on the day of use.

The ski areas of Tignes and Val d'Isère each offer 150 km of diverse pistes and are connect with each other along the Bellevarde (2,827 m). When looking out from Tignes, you'll have several different views to take in of the mountain lake, Lac du Chevril.