Skiing & Snowboarding Weekend Breaks in Tignes, France

Tignes is one of the highest of Europe's ski resorts and one of the most snow sure as a result. Coupled with nearby Val d'Isère the ski area is referred to as the Espace Killy, offering 350km of pisted skiing and endless off-piste, which is rated as some of the best ‘lift-accessible' in the world.

From its highest point, la Grande Motte (3455m), the resort is 1500m vertically lower – a good 5 minutes blast at full speed – a challenge well worth attempting in a single go!

Tignes is the quintessential purpose built French ski resort, currently undergoing ‘wood-cladding' and general aesthetic improvements in an effort to appeal to a wider audience. There are actually several ‘Tignes Villages', starting with Tignes Les Brevieres (1550m) in the shadow of the famous dam, Tignes Les Bois, Tignes Le Lac, and at the very top is Val Claret (2100m).

Tignes is Perfect for Ski & Snowboarders of All Abilities

Tignes is one of the largest and most popular boarding resorts in France terrain for all levels. A very popular snowboarding weekend resort. Throughout the year Tignes plays host to various national and international events and competitions, including the annual Kebra Classic which kicks off the season.

If you are a beginner you will be extremely well catered for. Tignes has a good variety of novice slopes and high levels of tuition in both freestyle and freeriding. There are also plenty of beginners courses on offer if you are looking for the full package.

If freeriding is your thing you will be overwhelmed with Tignes. With 50 runs including several blacks and plenty of reds confident boarders will be in paradise. If you are keen to experience the off-piste freeriding you can book a tour with The Surf Rider Snowboard Club.

Those looking for Freestyle terrain can visit the 2400m terrain park situated at Combe de Palafour. Closer to home there are plenty of good cliffs and gullies to keep you entertained

Recent improvements to the lift-system and the pedestrianisation of large parts of the resort are paying dividends to the reputation of Tignes. Don't forget Tignes is also an important pre-season training ground, from beginners sneaking in some early learn-to-ski courses through to World Cup racing teams.

Fantastic On & Off Piste Activities in Tignes

Tignes itself also offers a great variety of piste and off-piste action. Its close links with the party action of Val d'Isere only adds to its attraction. The resort is split into three main areas, the original and main village Tignes Le Lac, Val Claret and Le Lavachet. A regular and very efficient free bus service connects all the villages until midnight.

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