Season dates in Val d'Isere
Discover the latest Val d'Isere lift opening and closing dates
The extensive Val d'Isere lift network is open both summer and winter.
For a long snow-sure season Tignes / Val d'Isere is one of the best ski areas to head to, Tignes sits at an altitude of 2,100m above sea level, the glacier rises to a lofty 3,450m and accessible in winter and summer. Whereas Val d'Isere offers chocolate-box chalets with an exceptional snow record.
| Lift area | Opening | Closing |
| Tignes area | 18 November 2023 | 5 May 2024 |
| Val d'Isère area | 2 December 2023 | 5 May 2024 |
| Lift area | Opening | Closing |
| Tignes area | 17 June 2023 | 3 September 2023* |
| Val d'Isère area | 24 June 2023 | 3 September 2023 |
*All lifts close 28 August, except the Toviere gondola which closes 3 September.
Winter ski season dates in Val d'Isere
When can you ski in Val d'Isere?
Weather/snow conditions permitting, you can usually ski in Val d'Isere from December-April using the lift system. Naturally, the season can be extended, typically with weekend openings in November or by ski-touring/hiking yourself up!
The Tignes glacier is usually partially open to skiers and pedestrians, snow cover permitting, in October for the French half-term (Toussaint) school holidays.
Season start and end dates may vary slightly as they are dependent on snow conditions. There may be a reduced ski area in operation if snow cover is insufficient or due to early/late season ramp up/down.
| Lift area | Opening | Closing |
| Tignes area | 2 December 2023 | 5 May 2024 |
| Val d'Isère area | 2 December 2023 | 5 May 2024 |
| Tignes/Val d'Isère full area | 2 December 2023 | 5 May 2024 |
Take a look at this year's ski lift pass prices, and for the very latest info keep an eye on live lift status and discover maps to find your way around the pistes. Plus you can read more about the ski lift system in Val d'Isere and the variety of winter activities you can do on your visit.
Summer season dates in Val d'Isere
When are the lifts open in Val d'Isere?
During the summer months the lift system is more restricted than in winter, but still offers fantastic mountain access to hikers, bikers (and selfie-takers), with connected trails.
| Lift area | Opening | Closing |
| Tignes area | 17 June 2023 | 3 September 2023* |
| Val d'Isère area | 24 June 2023 | 3 September 2023 |
*All lifts close 28 August, except the Tovière gondola which closes 3 September.
Not all lifts are open every day of the week and times may vary, check locally before setting off...!
| Opening | Closing | |
| Tufs chairlift for Val d'Isere MTB trails |
09:45-13:00 | 13:30-16:45 (16:00 for pedestrians) |
| Toviere gondola for Val d'Isere MTB trails |
09:45-12:30 | 13:30-16:45 (16:00 for pedestrians) |
| Almes chairlift | ||
| Bollin chairlift |
Not all lifts are open every day of the week and times may vary, check locally before setting off...!
| Opening | Closing | |
| Olympique cable car Pedestrians and bikes |
09:45-12:00 | 12:30-16:45 |
| Borsat chairlift Bikes only; for Tignes MTB trails |
10:15-12:30 | 13:00-16:25 |
There is usually summer skiing available in Tignes and Val d'Isère too.
| The Grand Motte glacier and snowpark open for summer skiing in Tignes. Access to the glacier for skiing for those of you who can't wait until next winter to get your skis/snowboards back on! The Grand Motte glacier will reopen in Tignes (conditions permitting) in late September and should be open through to the official start of the ski season at the end of November. The Pissaillas Glacier in Val d'Isère (or the Bellevarde sector while the road through the Col de l'Iseran is closed for snow clearing) are open for summer skiing in Val d'Isère. Cascades chairlift and Montets drag lift from 07:00 to 12:00. |
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| Lift | Opening | Closing |
| Tignes ski area | 17 June 2023 | 23 July 2023 |
| Val d'Isère ski area | 10 June 2023 | 7 July 2023 |
Please note: all dates and times are subject to change due to snow and adverse weather conditions and events. You can keep an eye on the live lift status and visit our maps page to find your way around.
For more information, check out this year summer lift pass prices, read more about the summer lift system in Tignes, and the many summer activities you can fill your visit with.
