Tignes

TIGNES, THE SPORTIEST RESORT

Tignes is an internationally renowned ski resort in the Savoy region of the Alps, in the heart of the Vanoise National Park. Its ski area, linked to that of Val d'Isère, extends over 300 km of pistes at the height of the season, from its highest point (Grande Motte glacier - 3456m) to its lowest (Brévières village - 1550m). Tignes in a nutshell...

1. all-season skiing

► In autumn to reconnect with the thrill of sliding down the glacier and get in the first turns of the season before everyone else.

► In winter to enjoy the linked ski area of Tignes - Val d'Isère, with its XXL dimensions (300 km of runs, snowpark, boardercross, fun runs...)

► In spring, enjoy the soft snow, glorious sunshine, rising temperatures and "sunbathing on the terrace" sessions.

► And even in summer, to start the days cool on the Grande Motte glacier.

2. 100% family activities... or 100% thrills!

In Tignes, the holidaymakers' "to do list" has plenty to make you salivate!

In winter, adrenaline junkies head for ice diving, the Bun J Ride or the 3 km-long sports toboggan run, while lovers of wide open spaces discover Tignes from the air in a paraglider or microlight, while the youngest ones fall for a dog sled ride, a snowtubing descent or a few jumps on the bungee trampoline.

In summer: mountain biking, golf and tennis for the parents, beach volleyball and stand-up paddle for the teens, archery, pedal boats and trampolines for the little ones... or a general challenge for the whole family!

At the foot of the slopes, Tignes extends the pleasures with a whole range of restaurants, brasseries, bars and nightclubs. Whether you're looking for a change of scenery, a gastronomic discovery, a cosy atmosphere or a festive evening, Tignes has a selection of good places to relax.