Les Deux Alpes, French Alps

Les Deux Alpes: 5 things to know before you go

French Alps, France 🇫🇷

Home to one of the largest skiable glaciers in Europe, Les Deux Alpes guarantees snow on top and serves up a famously big party at the bottom. Summer skiing too, when the glacier reopens for freestyle camps.

1.Is the snow reliable in Les Deux Alpes?

Yes. The base sits at 1650 m and the top reaches 3600 m, which puts snow reliability among the very best on our index (score 90/100).

2.Do you need a car, or can you ski in and out?

Ski-in/ski-out depends on the address here: some hotels are on the snow, others need a short walk or shuttle. Pick a slopeside address if skiing from the door matters to you.

3.How big is the ski area, and who is it for?

At 200 km of piste on 47 lifts, it is a substantial mountain that rewards a multi-day stay. The terrain is balanced (20 green, 35 blue, 30 red, 12 black), which suits a mixed-level group skiing together.

4.What is the resort like?

Les Deux Alpes stands out for glacier skiing up high, lively après-ski and serious off-piste and freeride terrain.

5.When is the best time to go?

The season usually runs Dec 7 to Apr 28 (about 20 weeks). For the most dependable cover, the deep-winter window of January to February is the safe bet. The altitude also holds spring snow, so late-season skiing stays good well into spring.

The full Les Deux Alpes guide

Hotels, piste breakdown, snow month by month, lift and rental info, map and more.

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More questions, answered

How much vertical drop does Les Deux Alpes have?
About 1950 m of vertical, from a 1650 m base to 3600 m at the top.
Is Les Deux Alpes part of a larger ski area?
No, it is a self-contained resort with its own 200 km of piste rather than part of a linked domain.
Is Les Deux Alpes good for beginners?
Yes. With 20 green and 35 blue runs, there is plenty of gentle terrain to learn on.
Can you ski on a glacier here?
Yes, there is glacier skiing up high, which stretches the season and helps in lean snow years.

Where to stay

Hotels we like for ski access and value. Prices are indicative; check live availability.

Le Chamois
4.6638 reviews
115
Top pick

Le Chamois

Excellent · 638 reviews

Why we like it

Strong value for Les Deux Alpes, with a high guest rating that punches above its nightly price.

Guests rate this hotel as excellent (4.6/5 from 638 reviews). It sits about 450 m from the slopes. A mid-range option for Les Deux Alpes, with live nightly rates shown for your exact dates so you always see the best price.

≈ 450 m to the slopesMid-range
From
115/ night
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Hôtel Chalet Mounier , Restaurant et SPA
4.7487 reviews
150

Hôtel Chalet Mounier , Restaurant et SPA

Excellent · 487 reviews

Why we like it

One of the highest-rated places to stay in Les Deux Alpes, with guests singling out the service and comfort.

≈ 800 m to the slopesMid-range
From
150/ night
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Hôtel Côte Brune
4.5547 reviews
140

Hôtel Côte Brune

Very good · 547 reviews

Why we like it

Moments from the lifts in Les Deux Alpes, so you can ski back to the door and skip the morning queues.

≈ 250 m to the slopesMid-range
From
140/ night
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Hôtel Les Flocons - Les 2 Alpes
4.5356 reviews
140

Hôtel Les Flocons - Les 2 Alpes

Very good · 356 reviews

Why we like it

Strong value for Les Deux Alpes, with a high guest rating that punches above its nightly price.

≈ 600 m to the slopesMid-range
From
140/ night
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Live snow reportSki-in/ski-out: France