France’s Alpe d’Huez ski resort welcomes skiers with heaps of slopes for all abilities, complete with a fun après-ski scene made for serious after-slope boogies.
Alpe d’Huez ski holidays are great for families, snowboarders, and expert snow-goers alike, blending wide, cruisy pistes with snow parks, boardercross zones, powdery off-piste trails and raw, untracked gullies galore. The slick lift system quickly transports you up the mountain, so you can enjoy high-altitude pistes reaching up to 3,330m across the 165km Grand Domaine ski area.
If you love long descents, make a beeline for La Sarenne, a 16km run that drops 2000m from the summit of Pic Blanc all the way back to Alpe d’Huez for celebratory beers - cheers!
To make the most of festive family activities, be sure to book an Alpe d’Huez ski holiday in December. Or, for a fun-filled half-term holiday with the kids, there’s usually lots happening on the bunny slopes in February. Bag a bargain in January to make the most of quiet pistes and restaurants, or for longer days and warmer springtime skiing, the late-season weeks are ideal. Love music? Festival-goers should check out the Tomorrowland Winter Festival in March.
Snow conditions in Alpe d’Huez
With its high-altitude pistes and first-class snow cannons, Alpe d’Huez, France, is considered a safe bet for snow throughout the season from December to April. That said, the snow tends to dump heaviest in December, with the slopes getting topped up with lighter flurries in January, February and March. Enjoy the best of fresh yet sunny bluebird days in the new year and warmer temperatures in March and April.
Things to do in Alpe d'Huez
Ice Grotto - Take young explorers to discover the wonders of this 120m long sparkling ice grotto at an altitude of 2,700m.
Winter hikes - Purchase a pedestrian lift pass for over 35km of winter walking trails around the lakes and Col de Sarenne.
Evodriver - Get the adrenaline pumping with a tour of this 700m long ice driving circuit.
Besson Lake - Brave the chill with an ice diving experience.
Palais des Sports - Make a splash in the steaming outdoor leisure pool or let teens scramble up the climbing wall.
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Restaurants in Alpe d'Huez
Restaurant le 37 - A fusion of modern and traditional French cuisine, the perfect place for fussy eaters.
La Crémaillère - A Heidi go-to. Indulge in delicious wood-fired Basque cuisine and an extensive chartreuse liqueur menu.
Le Chalet du Per'Sille - Housed in a century-old chalet, this exceptional grill house serves up melt-in-your-mouth meats and old-fashioned charcoal-fueled raclettes.
La Ferme d'Hubert - A foodie favourite. Treat yourself to gastronomic delights made with local ingredients.
Nightlife & Apres in Alpe d'Huez
Alpe d’Huez ski holidays aren’t shy when it comes to a good time; from dancing on the tables to sipping wine on a sunny terrace....
La Folie Douce - Renowned for its dance floors and tables, end the day by the Marmotte-1 lift for a night to remember.
Smithys Tavern - Feel at home at this epic English party bar, featuring tasty Tex-Mex, live bands, and themed happy hours.
Underground Bar - A quirky London-themed pub serving up pints with live music, tasty bar snacks and drinks promos.
Zoo Bar - Dance your ski boots off until the wee hours at this trendy late-night bar.
FAQs about Alpe d'Huez ski holidays Your questions answered by our Alpe d'Huez ski resort expert
Yes, Alpe d’Huez offers excellent skiing for all levels, from beginners to experts. With 250km of interconnected slopes across the Grand Domaine ski area, there is plenty of piste to explore, whether you’re after a relaxed weekend ski trip or a week-long all-mountain adventure.
Are Alpe d'Huez ski holidays snow sure?
Alpe d’Huez is incredibly snow-sure, with a base elevation of 1,860m and a sky-high summit of 3,330m.
When’s the best time to book an Alpe d’Huez ski holiday?
January to March is the best time to book an Alpe d’Huez ski holiday, as this is when ski conditions and snow levels are at their best.
January ski holidays to Alpe d’Huez offer excellent snow on quiet, uncrowded slopes, making them ideal for finding a bargain.
March ski holidays in Alpe d’Huez enjoy sunnier skies, warmer temperatures, and longer days that have the slopes sparkling.
Is Alpe d’Huez a high-altitude ski resort?
Yes, Alpe d’Huez is a high-altitude ski resort, with a base elevation of 1,860m and a summit reaching an impressive 3,330m.
Is Alpe d’Huez good for beginner ski holidays?
Yes, Alpe d’Huez is an excellent choice for a beginner’s ski holiday, offering plenty of green and blue runs to boost confidence, along with dedicated nursery areas ideal for first-timers.
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Is Alpe d’Huez suitable for family ski trips?
Yes, Alpe d’Huez is a highly family-friendly resort offering ski school lessons for children as young as 2.5 years old, along with plenty of family-oriented accommodation, facilities, and activities to keep little ones entertained and comfortable both on and off the ski slopes.
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Is Alpe d’Huez good for expert and advanced skiers?
Yes, Alpe d’Huez is an excellent choice for advanced skiers and snowboarders. The 250km of interconnected slopes in the Grand Domaine ski area offer a wide range of challenging black runs and extensive off-piste terrain.
If you’re after a real challenge, Alpe d’Huez boasts two of the most demanding ski runs in the French Alps: Le Tunnel and La Sarenne.
Le Tunnel is a 200m-long black slope with a nearly 70% incline that runs from the top of Pic Blanc through a narrow, mountain-carved tunnel into a steep mogul field.
La Sarenne is claimed to be the longest black run in Europe, at 16km. It descends from Pic Blanc at 3,330m into a 1,800m vertical drop to the valley floor.
Is Alpe d’Huez good for snowboard holidays?
Yes, Alpe d’Huez is extremely popular with snowboarders. The 250km Grand Domaine ski area features many wide pistes ideal for snowboarders of all abilities. If you're interested, there are also terrain parks for the park rats, with big airbags, rails, kickers, and boxes.
Alternatively, try your board at the 1.2-mile purpose-built Marcel's Farm, which offers banked corners, boardercross features, gates, rails, a small half-pipe, tunnel, and even a cow slalom course. Freestylers will be delighted!
Is Alpe d’Huez ski resort easy to get to?
Yes, Alpe d’Huez is 90 minutes from Grenoble Alpes-Isère Airport, and coaches and shuttle services run regularly to the resort. This short transfer time makes Alpe d’Huez ski weekends and short breaks incredibly popular.
Yes, night skiing at Alpe d’Huez is available on the Signal Piste on Mondays and Tuesdays outside school holidays, and always on Thursdays from 17:30 to 19:30.
This slope suits intermediate and advanced skiers and offers a fantastic challenge for those wanting to try something new beneath the starry skies of the French Alps.
Hotels & Apartments in Alpe d'Huez
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Alp'azur
Alpe d'Huez, France
6 minute walk
Apartment Sipo Alpe D'Huez - by EMERALD STAY
L'Alpe-d'Huez, France
5 minute walk
Apartment Wapa Alpe d'Huez - by EMERALD STAY
L'Alpe-d'Huez, France
3 minute walk
CGH Résidences & Spas Le Cristal de l'Alpe
Alpe d'Huez, France
5 minute bus
Chalet Ecureuil - Chalets pour 12 Personnes 514
Huez, France
4 minute walk
Chalet Grande Etoile des Neiges
L'Alpe-d'Huez, France
3 minute walk
Chalet le Vieux Logis - Mountain Collection
Huez, France
3 minute walk
Chalet Petite Etoile Des Neiges
L'Alpe-d'Huez, France
3 minute walk
Grandes Rousses Hotel & Spa
Alpe d'Huez, France
Ski-in / Ski-out
Hôtel Au Chamois d'Or by Les Etincelles
Alpe d'Huez, France
3 minute walk
Hôtel Club mmv Les Bergers ****
Alpe d'Huez, France
Ski-in / Ski-out
Hôtel Daria-I Nor by Les Etincelles
Alpe d'Huez, France
1 minute walk
Hôtel Eliova Le Chaix
Alpe d'Huez, France
1 minute walk
Hôtel et Spa l'Eclose by Odalys
Huez, France
5 minute walk
Hotel Les Bruyères
Alpe d'Huez, France
5 minute walk
Imaya T2
Huez, France
5 minute bus
Lagrange Vacances l'Alpenrose
Alpe d'Huez, France
4 minute walk
Langley Hôtel Le Petit Prince
Alpe d'Huez, France
4 minute walk
Le Castillan
Alpe d'Huez, France
2 minute walk
Le Dôme
Alpe d'Huez, France
4 minute walk
Le Pic Blanc
Alpe d'Huez, France
3 minute walk
Les Chanses D5
Huez, France
5 minute walk
Madame Vacances Chalet La Petite Etoile
Huez, France
3 minute walk
Madame Vacances Chalet Nightingale
Huez, France
4 minute walk
Madame Vacances Chalet Woodpecker
L'Alpe-d'Huez, France
3 minute walk
Madame Vacances Les Chalets de l'Altiport
Alpe d'Huez, France
Ski-in / Ski-out
Méridien K5
Huez, France
3 minute bus
Odalys Chalet Diane
L'Alpe-d'Huez, France
32 minute walk
PopAlp
L'Alpe-d'Huez, France
2 minute walk
Résidence Bel Oisans 2 - Studio pour 4 Personnes 274
Huez, France
10 minute walk
Résidence Daria I Nor by les Etincelles
Alpe d'Huez, France
1 minute walk
Résidence Etoile D'argent - 2 Pièces pour 4 Personnes 304
Huez, France
10 minute walk
Résidence Hameau De Clotaire - 4 Pièces pour 8 Personnes 194