Video Reports from Val d'Isere

Thick cloud cover means that lower down the mountain in the trees is the best place to be right now and James has been churning up the powder. Heavy clouds have brought loads of fresh snow but poor visibility higher up.

Read more about Val d'Isere Video Report : 26th Mar 2007

James reports from the chairlift on a bluebird sky ski day in the Manchet Valley; fresh powder is everywhere but take care for avalanche safety.

Read more about Val d'Isere Video Report : 10th Jan 2008

Lower runs are still closed due to lack of snow but anticipated snowfall should see them opening soon. Conditions higher up are excellent and expectations are high for a great season!

Read more about Val d'Isere Video Report : 11th Dec 2006

It's been snowing constantly in the Espace Killy and we now have almost a metre of snow in town and a metre and a half on the hill. AND there's more to come. Reports indicated that we have already seen 50% of last year's total snowfall. It's EPIC. So epic in fact that we've have had to take shelter in the trees at the bottom of Le Face.

Read more about Val d'Isere Video Report : 14th December 2011

Watch the start of the third European Winter X-Games in Tignes via our live web feed.

Read more about Val d'Isere Video Report : 14th March 2012

Watch the day two of the European Winter X-Games in Tignes via our live web feed.

Read more about Val d'Isere Video Report : 15th March 2012

James heads out of the centre of town to the tree lined area of La Daille to catch the Funival to the summit. With snow falling, pistes covered and Chesney Hawkes on his way he couldn't be happier.

Read more about Val d'Isere Video Report : 16th Jan 2008

Watch the final day of the European Winter X-Games in Tignes via our live web feed.

Read more about Val d'Isere Video Report : 16th March 2012

A good night-time freeze followed by glorious sunshine makes for a very pleasant day on the mountains. James is reporting from the boardpark, which is still attracting plenty of freeriders and spectators with its social vibe.

Read more about Val d'Isere Video Report : 17th Apr 2007

James reports from the top of the Grand Prix on a beautiful sunny day. The pistes are in nice condition, a little hard in the morning but softening up in the afternoon.

Read more about Val d'Isere Video Report : 18th Mar 2007

Nathan is away again this week, sorry. But the snow is still great and the forecast is for more snow just before the Saturday and sunshine looks like it's gonna make return.

Read more about Val d'Isere Video Report : 19th January 2012

Santa is on his way to the Espace Killy but even with reindeer he's going to struggle to get through all the snow we've been having!! Over a metre and a half has fallen in town alone and up on the hill there is powder everywhere. When the sun comes out this weekend there is going to be some great skiing and snowboarding.

Read more about Val d'Isere Video Report : 20th December 2011

Great weather and blue skies are keeping everyone happy. James reports from in front of the original Olympic downhill run. James gives the lowdown on where to go and what to do on and off the mountain.

Read more about Val d'Isere Video Report : 21st Dec 2007

Snow condition is still reasonable, a few rocks showing through in places but nothing to worry about. The boardpark is still in good condition and there is enough snow left to enjoy the end of the season.

Read more about Val d'Isere Video Report : 22nd Apr 2007

James heads over to Tignes to check out the other resort that makes up the Espace Killy. With the sun shining and fresh snow from Tuesdays storm all looks set for a great day in the mountains!

Read more about Val d'Isere Video Report : 24th Jan 2008

James reports from the end of a perfect day - the clouds have cleared leaving behind sunny skies and great snow conditions.

Read more about Val d'Isere Video Report : 25th Mar 2007

Sunny weather has contributed to slushy slopes and bare patches - time to get the sun cream out and get in a more summery frame of mind as the winter dwindles away!James visits a few of his favourite bars for end-of-season drinks.

Read more about Val d'Isere Video Report : 26th Apr 2007

We have had mixed weather this week with heavy snowfalls and glorious sunshine and the forecast for the weekend and the beginning of next week of for more of the same.

Read more about Val d'Isere Video Report : 26th January 2012

Goodbye.

Read more about Val d'Isere Video Report : 28th Dec 2007

James reports in front of the stunning backdrop of the Tignes mountains. Excellent conditons have put a smile on James' face and there are numerous events and activities on and off-piste to get involved in - just don't forget the suncream!

Read more about Val d'Isere Video Report : 28th Mar 2007

James gets his lift-pass sorted and heads up the hill. Snow cover is still somewhat limited however the links between Tignes & Val d Isere are open.

Read more about Val d'Isere Video Report : 2nd Dec 2007

The snow has not arrived yet in Val d'Isere and Tignes. But it's not just the Espace Killy, the snow hasn't fallen anywhere in the Alps. We do have some skiing on the glaciers and the snow is actually pretty good.

Read more about Val d'Isere Video Report : 2nd December 2011

The lifts opened Tignes and Val d'Isere this weekend and although not all of the lifts or runs were open the snow was great and there is plenty more on the way.

Read more about Val d'Isere Video Report : 2nd December 2012

Although the weather has closed in and James' plans to watch the world cup are dashed the promise of powder on the hills and clear visability in the trees takes him off piste in the Fornet.

Read more about Val d'Isere Video Report : 2nd Feb 2008

The temperatures have dropped here in the Espace Killy but the skies have cleared and we have had some great days up on the hill. The forecast is for more cold weather and more clear skies so wrap up warm and enjoy all the great snow. This time last year it was all melting!!

Read more about Val d'Isere Video Report : 2nd February 2012

Spring has started and brought some changeable skiing conditions with it. Many pistes are still open and covered but the weather is proving unpredictable. Bars have started closing down for the inter-season and James is saying his farewells...

Read more about Val d'Isere Video Report : 2nd May 2007

James introduces us to one of Val d Iseres hidden gems - well worth making the journey for! There are some snow flurries forecast to get the New Year off to a good start.

Read more about Val d'Isere Video Report : 3rd Jan 2008

James is up early to beat the crowds. A new influx of tourists has arrived to make the most of the recent snow flurries. Weather has been changeable but the snow condition is great.

Read more about Val d'Isere Video Report : 4th Apr 2007

Nathan is back and the excitment of all the new snow has caused him to break his New Year's resolution already. Snow continues to fall in the Espace Killy and as a result visibility can be pretty poor. Head to the trees for the best conditions, where the light is better and the powder deep.

Read more about Val d'Isere Video Report : 4th January 2012

Changeable weather has led to the cancellation of some outdoor events but today is looking up with blue skies and warm sun. James is reporting from in front of the Funival train in La Daille.

Read more about Val d'Isere Video Report : 6th Apr 2007

Snow is falling in resort and the Solaise Chairlift is whisking people up into the mountains. Conditions are good higher up and dropping temperatures are raising expectations.

Read more about Val d'Isere Video Report : 8th Dec 2006

After a slow start to the season the wrath of the snow gods has been appeased and we have had a huge dump of snow here in the Espace Killy. The whole area is not yet open but you can ski from the hill into town. There is powder everywhere but the avalanche hazard rating is at 4/5 so caution needs to be exercised in the off piste. Read our Mountain Safety page for more info off piste safety.

Read more about Val d'Isere Video Report : 8th December 2011

Sunny weather is leading to slush and James recommends staying up high, aiming for the boardpark or making the most of the moguls. In town the sales are offering great bargains.

Read more about Val d'Isere Video Report : 9th Apr 2007

We have had plenty of new snow in the Espace Killy and this has definitely improved conditions on piste. Off piste the new snow has meant that the risk of avalanche has gone up and there have been some accidents this week, one of which was fatal.

Read more about Val d'Isere Video Report : Fri 14th Jan 2011

I have had a great week riding in Tignes up on the Grande Motte the snow is great but I wouldn't recommend Le Sache, too slushy and icy.

Read more about Val d'Isere Video Report : Fri 21st Jan 2011

It has been very cold in the Espace Killy and wrapping up well has been essential. This means that the pistes are very hard at the moment but the lower slopes and the south facing runs are softer and there is some great fun to be had.

Read more about Val d'Isere Video Report : Fri 28th Jan 2011

Louie Vito took gold on the last night of Winter X-Games Europe in Tignes with a blistering run that included three doubles.

Read more about Val d'Isere Video Report : Mon 21st Mar 2011

Thanks to Marine-air-sport.com for sending this one in, a stunning microlight flight over the Espace Killy. Just sit back and enjoy the ride!

Read more about Val d'Isere Video Report : Mon 25th Apr 2011

Although it was a disappointing day for the Brits on the slopestyle course it was a good one for Chas Guldemond who set an X-Games record with 99.33.

Read more about Val d'Isere Video Report : Sat 19th Mar 2011

We have seen very little change in weather here in the Espace Killy and there is very little change forecast.The pistes are holding up very well considering the lack of snow.

Read more about Val d'Isere Video Report : Thu 10th Feb 2011

Excitement is building for the X-Games which start next week in Tignes. Until then we have mixed forecasts, with a possibility of some fresh new snow here in the Espace Killy.

Read more about Val d'Isere Video Report : Thu 10th Mar 2011

The snow is disappearing fast in the Espace Killy and some tactical manoeuvres are required to find the best skiing.

Read more about Val d'Isere Video Report : Thu 14th Apr 2011

With the holidays in full swing we have welcomed a little smattering of snow and a whole host of apres ski parties, activities and events here in Val d'Isere and Tignes.

Read more about Val d'Isere Video Report : Thu 17th Feb 2011

With 2011 now into full swing we're looking forward to snow polo and new snow here in the Espace Killy.

Read more about Val d'Isere Video Report : Thu 21st Apr 2011

It's been very cold here in the Espace Killy but the snow has been great; fast and firm.The town is looking particularly festive at the moment and there are big parties planned for both Christmas and New Year here in the hills.Have a very Merry Christmas.

Read more about Val d'Isere Video Report : Thu 23rd Dec 2010

We have had between ten and twenty centimetres of fresh snow across the Espace Killy as well as some clear sunny days. This has saved the pistes from the heavy half term traffic and afforded us some great powder runs up at Le Fornet.

Read more about Val d'Isere Video Report : Thu 24th Feb 2011

With the European Winter X Games 2011 now over in Tignes the Espace Killy has returned to normal.The pistes in val d'Isere and Tignes are running well thanks to a top up of fresh snow at the weekend.As we move into Spring parties at La Folie Deuce are the order of the day.

Read more about Val d'Isere Video Report : Thu 24th Mar 2011

The forecasters have been struggling to get the unpredictable weather pinned down in Tignes and Val d'Isere this week and we have had a mixture of sunshine and snow, clear skies and clouds.

Read more about Val d'Isere Video Report : Thu 31st Mar 2011

We had some VERY localised snow falls this week and the Fornet was blessed with a wee bit of powder. Although the rest of the pistes are still very hard they should soften this weekend as we are expecting a rise in temperatures.

Read more about Val d'Isere Video Report : Thu 3rd Feb 2011

It's been a great week. We had a fresh snow fall on Sunday and almost half a metre of snow came down in Le Fornet. I skied in a foot of fresh on Le Face on Tuesday and we have been enjoying clear skies for the last few days.

Read more about Val d'Isere Video Report : Thu 3rd Mar 2011

With 2011 now into full swing we're looking forward to snow polo and new snow here in the Espace Killy.

Read more about Val d'Isere Video Report : Thu 6th Jan 2011

The weather has closed in since the weekend when we had beautiful clear blue skies and perfect skiing conditions. The clouds are back now and so is the snow but the sunshine should return by the weekend for some late Spring skiing.

Read more about Val d'Isere Video Report: 10th April 2013

Temperatures have been dropping sharply over the last few weeks and we are now getting close to a winter climate here in the Alps.

Read more about Val d'Isere Video Report: 15th October 2009

This morning dawned clear and bright with no clouds and glorious sunshine.

Read more about Val d'Isere Video Report: 21st March 2013

London's Metro Ski and Snowboard Show marks the start of the winter season and this year's extravaganza is no exception. You'll see the familiar faces of winters past and can make the most of the experts on hand to advise you on anything snow-related: from which chalet to choose; kids facilities in various resorts and of course... where to get the best snow!

Read more about Val d'Isere Video Report: 22nd October 2009

Thanks to Big Mountain Adventures in Tignes for this video that got us VERY, VERY excited. Four days until the lifts open and there is plenty of fresh snow in Tignes & Val d'Isere.

Read more about Val d'Isere Video Report: 25th November 2013

The winter season had it's first public on-snow event this weekend.

Read more about Val d'Isere Video Report: 26th October 2009

It's been mostly sunny this week in Val d'Isere and Tignes but some clouds moved over the Espace Killy this afternoon and the forecast is that they are bringing some snow. Only about 10 cm but as the forecast is for clear skies and sunshine over the weekend this should make conditions perfect for any new arrivals.

Read more about Val d'Isere Video Report: 27th February 2013

Read more about Val d'Isere Video Report: 27th March 2013

Jenny talks about her silver medal at X-Games 15 in Aspen.

Read more about Val d'Isere Video Report: 2nd February 2011

January 2009 has been a great month in the Alps. We've had skiing and snowboarding competitions in the shape of the Tignes Airwaves and a number of slightly more unusual events too.

Read more about Val d'Isere Video Report: 30th January 2009

Brit skier James Webb landing a front flip into his skis. Thanks to Tim Ackroyd for the video.

Read more about Val d'Isere Video Report: 3rd March 2011

Winter is coming. There is no denying it. Temperatures have dropped, days have become shorter and Christmas decorations are ALREADY in the supermarkets!

Read more about Val d'Isere Video Report: 3rd November 2008

There have been a few sunny days in the Espace Killy since April began and it has been important to make the most of them as the forecast is for a lot of clouds and snow to return.

Read more about Val d'Isere Video Report: 4th April 2013

It's been a great week in Tgnes and Val d'Isere with clear skies and plenty of sunshine. Even though it has been the half term holiday the slopes have not been too busy, especially early in the morning and during lunch.

Read more about Val d'Isere Video Report:21st February 2013

With the world cup over James head up the Solaise to try his hand at parepenting. With the sun shining, new snow from the last storm and the promise of the rugby at the weekend James is a happy chappie.

Read more about Val d'Isere Video Report] - 7th Feb 2008

It won't be long until we can start watching some of our favourite ski racers and national champions hurtling down the mountain again. Forget Ski Sunday, here's where you can come and watch some of the action live in resort:

Read more about Val d'Isere Video: 21st October 2015

The viral video that everyone's talking about.. "You've got to schuss this bit Margaret; you've got to schuss it!"

Read more about Val d'Isere Video: 27th October 2015

Winter starts this weekend in London with the annual Ski and Snowboard Show. This year the show is back in its old venue of Earl's Court and, as usual, there is plenty to do. To help you make the most of the show we went ahead and came up with a list of our top five attractions for this year.

Read more about 2011 London Ski Show

The piste and the snowpark in Val are in great condition at the moment thanks to the spring snow.

Read more about A sunny morning with snow clouds returning

Since this video was made on Friday, Val d'Isere has had lots more snow, making the pistes even better. 

Read more about An overcast end to the week with more snow over the weekend

It's been a classic spring week here in Val d'Isere with well groomed pistes, softening up by the afternoons.

Read more about Blue skies & sunshine with a little bit of snow

Want to see what the snow's been like this week in Val d'Isere? Have a look at this short edit from 13eleven on Youtube.

Read more about Christmas Skiing in Val d'Isere

Read more about Enjoying the tree runs & hidden valley in La Daille

There have been some great days on the hill lately. Last weekend we had plenty of fresh powder and clear skies and it looks like we have a few more days like that ahead. The forecast is pretty mixed for the next few days but we should get some more sunshine before the weekend.

Read more about Espace Killy Video report : 15th January 2013

It's been a great weekend in Val d'Isere with plenty of fresh snow to play in.

Read more about Fantastic conditions with lots of fresh snow

Conditions on piste in Val d'Isere are good, with a decent snow pack at the moment.

Read more about Fantastic weather & nice piste skiing in Val d'Isere

Conditions on the pistes and in the park are looking great at the moment across Val d'Isere ski area.

Read more about Fast, fun pistes with great snow cover in Val d'Isere

It's been a great week for piste skiing, with a nice top up of around 40cm fresh snow falling last weekend.

Read more about Fresh snow & blue skies in Val d'Isere

It's been quite quiet on the pistes in Val d'Isere this week, with warm sunny weather across the Espace Killy ski area.

Read more about Great conditions in the snowpark & on-piste

Conditions up on the glacier in Val d'Isere are great this week, with excellent snow cover across all the pistes in the Espace Killy.

Read more about Great conditions on piste in Val d'Isere this week

We were lucky enough to have a little more fresh snow this weekend, which will have topped up the pistes nicely.

Read more about Great skiing in the Bellevarde sector of Val d'Isere

Excellent snow fall has meant a vast improvement on and off piste in Val d'Isere and Tignes.

Read more about Great snow across the Espace Killy

It's been a lovely warm, sunny week this week in Val d'Isere and the pistes are holding up well as we head into the last few weeks of the season.

Read more about Great weather for the end of this season

We had great snow for Christmas and we're forecast fantastic blues skies for the first few days of 2011. Resort is busy at the moment but that just means there should be a great vibe for the New Year's celebrations.

Read more about Happy New Year from the Espace Killy

Read more about How to put on snow chains & Driving in the Alps

Skiing at the weekend in Val d'Isere was improved by around 5cm snow fall, topping up the pistes nicely.

Read more about Light snow over the weekend leads to better conditions on piste

It's been a beautiful week in the Espace Killy with quiet pistes and spring weather.

Read more about Lovely pistes across the Espace Killy

Our friends from The Development Centre have been out checking out conditions over opening weekend and it's looking great up there on the mountain!

Read more about Opening weekend of Val d'Isere ski area 2016

The pistes are in top form with all the recent snowfall we've had in the last week.

Read more about Overcast with plenty of snow

Outdoorsman Ray Mears explores some of France's most beautiful regions and its wildlife. He begins in the Vanoise National Park in the high Alps.

Read more about Ray Mears in the Vanoise National Park

Looks like the guys at New Generation made the most of the powder this winter.

Read more about Readers' Rides - 20th May 2013

Thanks to Cameron Purden for this edit of his season in Tignes and Val d'Isere last winter.

Read more about Readers' Rides: Chasing Angels

It's been a snowy few days in Val d'Isere and when visibility is low, it's a good idea to head to Le Fornet.

Read more about Skiing in the trees in Le Fornet

Read more about Skiing on piste in Le Fornet

It's been a sunny few days with some great skiing both on piste and in the snowpark.

Read more about Some icy patches but mostly good conditions on piste

A mixed week weather wise but the snow is still great and the forecast is excellent with a few days of sunshine ahead of us.

Read more about Tignes Video Report : 15th February 2013

It's been a great few days. Cold temperatures made the snow a little slow at times but the snow has been soft in the off piste. Soft enough to try a few flips without worrying too much about the landings.

Read more about Tignes Video Report : 22nd January 2013

IT has been a very mixed week. Monday was the best day with fresh snow that fell on Sunday night and clear skies all day. After that the clouds moved in and out and in some cases even brought a little rain making some of the lower slopes very icy and hard. Hopefully we'll see some fresh snow this weekend which should top up the pistes.

Read more about Tignes Video Report : January 31st 2013

With the world cup over James head up the Solaise in Val d'Isere to try his hand at parepenting. With the sun shining, new snow from the last storm and the promise of the rugby at the weekend James is a happy chappie.

Read more about Tignes Video Report : Thu 7th Feb 2008

Good looking snow conditions on the pistes in Tignes this week. Some rocks showing through under the Palafour lift but the piste has good cover and is as fun as ever.

Read more about Tignes Video Snow Report: 10th December 2013

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Read more about Val d'Isere Video Report : Wed 5th Jan 2011

Loads of recent snow has transformed the resort and James is making the most of it!The winter season has also kicked off in resort with an influx of visitors and the opening of more bars.

Read more about Val d'Isere Video Report : 14th Dec 2007

James makes his debut from outside La Folie Douce on a beautiful sunny day. He gives a few ideas for some apres entertainment and is very impressed with the snow conditions.

Read more about Val d'Isere Video Report : 14th Mar 2007

James reports from the Borsat Express Chairlift. Improving weather is making the recently quite poor snow conditions better, although slush is creeping into the afternoons on the lower slopes.

Read more about Val d'Isere Video Report : 15th Apr 2007

The cold snap has brought plenty of snow with it and James has been skiing low down in the trees where the visibility isn't too bad. Off-piste should be great when the clouds clear.

Read more about Val d'Isere Video Report : 21st Mar 2007

James moves over to Tignes for a day in the other resort that makes up the Espace Killy ski area. With the sun shining and fresh snow from tuesdays storm everthing looks set for a great day in the mountains!

Read more about Val d'Isere Video Report : 24th Jan 2008

The UCI Mountain Bike World Cup is already underway with the official downhill training today and yesterday UK professional downhill mountainbiker Steve Peat was on the course inspection with a video walk through. In Steves words 'you wouldn't get an average mountain goat on this track' which we thinks translates into the course is gnarly.

Read more about Val d'Isere Video Report : 26th July 2012

Our new man in town brings good news of merry Christmases, great snow, clear skies and parties to come.

Read more about Val d'Isere Video Report : 27th December 2011

This week Charley brings you her report from outside an igloo nestled near the Tommeuses chairlift ion the Espace Killy. Her and her friends were enjoying snowmobile tours, cheese fondue, a few glasses of wine followed by a full moon descent back into Val d'Isère.

Read more about Val d'Isere Video Report : Fri 10th Apr 2009

After a few days when we thought we might be heading for springtime the temperatures have plumeted back down to the very chilly -10 to -20 zone. Lift stations are warning of extreme cold temperatures at altitude and they're not wrong!

Read more about Val d'Isere Video Report : Fri 12th Feb 2010

As spring time gets ever closer, the shadows casting over the little hamlet of Tignes Les Brevieres disperse leaving a pretty little spot to have some lunch and soak up some rays.

Read more about Val d'Isere Video Report : Fri 13th Mar 2009

Thw new White Battle competition is going to round off Val Park week and there is more snow on the way!

Read more about Val d'Isere Video Report : Fri 13th Mar 2009

The weather over the last week seems to have thrown everything at us, sunshine, wind, snow and sub zero temperatures. Next week looks set to do the same as we're predicted sun for 2 days then snow after that.

Read more about Val d'Isere Video Report : Fri 15th Jan 2010

Last weekend saw the 54th Criterium de la Premiere Neige, part of theAlpine World Cup, come to Val D'isere. This report gives you theresults so far and some images of the races and the set up for thisweekend's Womens events.

Read more about Val d'Isere Video Report : Fri 18th Dec 2009

Yep, its been snowing. Pretty much non stop for the last week and making piste conditions great apart from the flat light. Next week should be better with more sunshine but colder temperatures.

Read more about Val d'Isere Video Report : Fri 1st Jan 2010

Its 20th of August already and still there's so much to do! This report comes from the Horse Riding centre in Tignes where there is something for every age and every ability.If you're not a horse lover you'll still appreciate the amazing views and the awesome shots of Fireworks from the Fete du Lac Celebration.

Read more about Val d'Isere Video Report : Fri 21st Aug 2009

James reports from the road side (at least he's frank & honest about why!!) where the conditions above are still good and the skies are blue.

Read more about Val d'Isere Video Report : Fri 22nd Feb 2008

This report comes from one of the most picturesque parts of Tignes, the waterfall at the Bois de la Laye. With as much footage from my rambles around these mountains as I could squeeze in, I've aimed to describe just how incredible and beautiful hiking in this part of the world can be.

Read more about Val d'Isere Video Report : Fri 24th Jul 2009

Le Fornet, at the very end of Espace Killy offers great skiing and snowboarding for all levels and abilities.

Read more about Val d'Isere Video Report : Fri 27th Mar 2009

Welcome back to the Espace Killy for the new winter season!!

Read more about Val d'Isere Video Report : Fri 27th Nov 2009

It's been a short but sweet summer in the Espace Killy and is almost over, so the official dates say, although there's still plenty to do. We're looking forward to a rejuvernated Grande Motte glacier in Tignes opening again in just a few weeks on 26th September so we'll see you all again then.

Read more about Val d'Isere Video Report : Fri 28th Aug 2009

Although there has not been any new snow for nearly a month James still finds the pistes in excellent condition by heading high and staying on north facing slopes, so he heads for the top of the Espace Killy; the Grande Motte in Tignes.

Read more about Val d'Isere Video Report : Fri 29th Feb 2008

Last week the weather was pretty kind and and the second half of next week is looking to be pretty good too. But...at the moment is doesn't seem to be able to make up it mind.

Read more about Val d'Isere Video Report : Fri 29th Jan 2010

It has been a while since we had any really sunny days but they are forecast and when the sun does finally come out conditions will be perfect here in the Espace Killy.

Read more about Val d'Isere Video Report : Fri 2nd Apr 2010

Charley's first video snow report comes from a sunny Espace Killy. The weather is great, as is the snow! There is still plenty of off-piste to explore and the pistes are in wonderful condition.

Read more about Val d'Isere Video Report : Fri 30th Jan 2009

We've had some really mixed weather from high winds, -29 degree temperatures and snow to beautiful sunshine and +1 spring temperatures. Not surprisingly this hasn't stopped us skiing as its meant the snow conditions almost everywhere are amazing.

Read more about Val d'Isere Video Report : Fri 5th Feb 2010

This week Charley reports from Tignes Les Boisses, which is the small, family resort perched just above the dam in the Espace Killy. It's undergoing some major developments.

Read more about Val d'Isere Video Report : Fri 6th Feb 2009

OK, so it's not actually raining yet but the forecast looked a little unwelcoming so here is one idea of how to keep busy: Le Lagon fitness and wellness sports centre in Tignes Le Lac.

Read more about Val d'Isere Video Report : Fri 7th Aug 2009

From the masses of snow to the World class competitions, Charley has brought you the lastest in whats happening across the Espace Killy all season.

Read more about Val d'Isere Video Report : Fri 8th May 2009

The sun is back! After a miserable week of snow last week we had a bit of powder and now lovely spring snow conditions. Yes, its a bit slushy lower down and later inthe day but the sun makes up for it.Just becasue Easter has been and gone doesn't mean we're done skiing!

Read more about Val d'Isere Video Report : Fri 9th Apr 2010

Will is back in the base of Val Claret where all week the Tignes airwaves freestyle competition has been taking place. On piste the conditions are good although the weather is bitterly cold but there is better weather forecast for the weekend.

Read more about Val d'Isere Video Report : Fri 9th Jan 2009

Tignes is calming down after the biggest New Years party we have ever seen in the resort. 25 000 people turned out to see Laurent Wolf welcome in 2010 and the party and fireworks will be hard to beat.

Read more about Val d'Isere Video Report : Mon 11th Jan 2010

A little later than scheduled Charley is back with the lastest weather and snow reports from the busy but beautiful Espace Killy.

Read more about Val d'Isere Video Report : Mon 16th Feb 2009

As the courses are packed away and Val d'Isere returns to the little Alpine village it was 2 weeks ago, Charley recaps on all the races run and medals won...

Read more about Val d'Isere Video Report : Mon 16th Feb 2009

The world championships are now underway in Val d’Isere. To get an idea of what was coming and take in the opening ceremony I went for a look around the resort I used to call home.

Read more about Val d'Isere Video Report : Mon 2nd Feb 2009

This week Charley has taken a break from sunbathing to bring you the latest weather conditions on the Espace Killy, reporting from the top of the OK /Orange pistes.

Read more about Val d'Isere Video Report : Sat 18th Apr 2009

Charley brings you this weeks report from just off the side of the piste where V Spot of Val d'Isere are hosting a jumps session. We're looking forward to another glorious week on the mountain, with the perfect blend of cold weather and brilliant sunshine.

Read more about Val d'Isere Video Report : Sat 21st Feb 2009

The Espace Killy had a heavy snowfall over the last couple of days which meant that many of the lifts were closed today as the avalanche risk was as high as it goes. There is more snow on the way AND the biggest competition of the year is just around the corner.

Read more about Val d'Isere Video Report : Sat 24th Jan 2009

Charley is coming to you from the Val park today where the sun is shining, the beers are flowing and the Monoski World Championships are taking place.

Read more about Val d'Isere Video Report : Sun 26th Apr 2009

It is the end of the season. The lifts have all closed and James takes a look at the highlights of his season.Thanks to everyone who has watched this winter and to all the people who made the season so special.

Read more about Val d'Isere Video Report : Sun 4th May 2008

With the variable weather over the Espaces Killy, Charley takes a sunny moment to bring you the last on the snowiest season in years!

Read more about Val d'Isere Video Report : Sun 5th Apr 2009

The weather stayed off for the majority of the day, at least just long enough for the men to battle it out on the Face de Bellevarde in the Downhill competition....

Read more about Val d'Isere Video Report : Sun 8th Feb 2009

James takes a day off the hill as low cloud is making visability poor and he fancies a little bit of lunch.

Read more about Val d'Isere Video Report : Thu 10th Apr 2008

Its been a busy week with loads of students, holiday makers and training groups around. The conditions on the piste are fab and with more snow forecast it looks good for next week too.The apres ski in resort this week has also been blinding as the Varsity student trip has broght with it some amazing acts.

Read more about Val d'Isere Video Report : Thu 10th Dec 2009

Against all the weather reports and much to the X-Games competitors delight the sun has come and and shined on proceedings here in Tignes.

Read more about Val d'Isere Video Report : Thu 11th Mar 2010

Its that time of year again where our week is taken up with wine tasting in the sunshine. The Festival of French wines is one of my favouite events on the Tignes calendar.

Read more about Val d'Isere Video Report : Thu 13th Aug 2009

After a week at home James is ready for some more of what the mountains have to offer and after two days of stormy, snowy weather the Espace Killy looks like a winter wonderland once again.

Read more about Val d'Isere Video Report : Thu 13th Mar 2008

James reports from one of his favorite places in the Espace Killy, the Val d'Isere funpark. Although half of the park is closed to the public as the area is prepared for "The Big Day Out" there is still space enough for those wanting to perfect their freestyle skills.

Read more about Val d'Isere Video Report : Thu 14th Feb 2008

I know its mid April but if you'd been out in the Espace Killy today you wouldn't have believed it.The cold temperatures of the last few days have frozen the snow into mid winter like conditions. Yes it does get slushy on the sunny slopes and near the end of the day but if you stay up high the conditions are incredible.

Read more about Val d'Isere Video Report : Thu 15th Apr 2010

It has been VERY cold here in the Espace Killy, although this shouldn't come as too much of a surprise as we are a mile above sea level in the middle of winter!!

Read more about Val d'Isere Video Report : Thu 16th Dec 2010

You might not have noticed before but straight up from La Daille, in Val D'Isere, leads a Via Ferrata route. With it's saftey cable and many, solid, metal hand and foot holds this is a great way to explre the mountains and feel like a real rock climber.

Read more about Val d'Isere Video Report : Thu 16th Jul 2009

James' weekly look at the conditions in the Espace Killy this week comes from the sleepy village of Tignes Les Boisses. Situated on the road between Les Breviers and Le Lac, Les Boisses is set to become a more popular holiday destination with the introduction of a new high speed lift in the next few years.

Read more about Val d'Isere Video Report : Thu 17th Apr 2008

This week I've tried to find a spot away from all the ski schools and holiday mayhem that has hit the slopes. Its actually not been too bad and the lift cues, normally the bain of my life during holiday time, have not been as tiresome as I expected.

Read more about Val d'Isere Video Report : Thu 18th Feb 2010

Hi, I'm Rosie and I'll be bringing you weekly reports from Tignes and Val D'Isere this Summer. The Espace Killy has loads of great activities and events going on over the next few month starting with the opening of the Grande Motte glacier this Saturday.

Read more about Val d'Isere Video Report : Thu 18th Jun 2009

Well its finally warmed up. People are out skiing in just jumpers and the snow melt in resort is starting to reveal grass (well, mud actually).The snow is holding up well, only really getting very soft at low altitude.

Read more about Val d'Isere Video Report : Thu 18th Mar 2010

James brings us the last of the weekly reports from the Espace Killy.After a freak snowfall James and his friends head into the backcountry to build a jump and hang out in the sun.

Read more about Val d'Isere Video Report : Thu 1st May 2008

After three great powder day James returns to the pistes. The temperatures have dropped significantly and it feels as if Winter has returned.

Read more about Val d'Isere Video Report : Thu 20th Mar 2008

After the storm of last week's report this week looks much more appetising. We've had lots of sun and some amazing snow with more of the same on the way.

Read more about Val d'Isere Video Report : Thu 21st Jan 2010

Yep, we've finally reached that slushy stage of the year. Luckily the Espace Killy has 2 glaciers and, thanks to the Icelandic Volcano, not too many people to ski on them. There are some great conditions to be found still....you just need to know where to look.

Read more about Val d'Isere Video Report : Thu 22nd Apr 2010

After a poor start to the week, which saw flat light, low clouds and even snow, the sun is back and shining high over the Espace Killy. The pistes low down are very slushy by the late afternoon but up high the snow is in excellent condition.

Read more about Val d'Isere Video Report : Thu 24th Apr 2008

One Christmas snow report complete with Santa hat.We've certainly not missed out on all the snow thats been falling over Europe this week.The piste conditions are excellent although the off piste is looking dodgy to say the least.

Read more about Val d'Isere Video Report : Thu 24th Dec 2009

Its been snowing on and off all week so the ARVA training centre in Le Lac is more in use now than ever as people prepare for great powder days. Another of Tignes' free and essential offerings.

Read more about Val d'Isere Video Report : Thu 25th Feb 2010

This week I'm at the Aeroski Telecabine in Le Lac, one of the main links, along with the Palafour chairlift and the Grande Motte Funiculair, to the Tignes Bike Park.

Read more about Val d'Isere Video Report : Thu 25th Jun 2009

OK, so we did have a bit of rain and the snow hasn't been the best over the last week but the weather is sorting itself out.There is more snow in the way and its definately colder than ealier this week.

Read more about Val d'Isere Video Report : Thu 25th Mar 2010

If you fancy a day off from skiing, Tignes le Lac has so many activities to choose from there is no reason for anyone to get bored.Charley takes to the natural ice skating rink to bring you all the lastest information and weather from the Espace Killy.

Read more about Val d'Isere Video Report : Thu 26th Feb 2009

James heads down to the lowest point of the Espace Killy for this weeks report. Situauted below the dam Les Breveiers is a quiet, quaint little town that is definatly worth a trip to if you want to cover the whole of the ski area.

Read more about Val d'Isere Video Report : Thu 27th Mar 2008

In an attempt to stay away from the pub and make the most of this week's fabulous weather, I and a few friends walked for a couple of hours in the other direction to spend the night at the Refuge de la Martin.

Read more about Val d'Isere Video Report : Thu 30th Jul 2009

James stays down in town as an injured knee has kept him off the slopes for nearly a week. However our heroic snow reporter still brings news of the up coming weather and two events, the "Greeneye Ratrace" and "Tignesfest".

Read more about Val d'Isere Video Report : Thu 3rd Apr 2008

Coming from the Front de Nige in Tignes Le Lac, the centre of the resort this report should give you a great idea of how the resort is looking at the moment. Its still pretty quiet but the snow is great and only going to improve.

Read more about Val d'Isere Video Report : Thu 3rd Dec 2009

The Toviere Couloirs were, for the second time, the setting for the Evolution 2 Full Moon Freeride. Armed with nothiing more than a head torch and a spotlight the most extreme freeriders around took to the infamous face to compete for the title.

Read more about Val d'Isere Video Report : Thu 4th Mar 2010

We're nearing the end and the slopes are almost closed. What a winter it’s been though! It seems like only yesterday that the lifts opened but since December we have had so many great days on and off piste and so many events and parties have taken place.

Read more about Val d'Isere Video Report : Thu 6th May 2010

The fifth season of the Tignes Airwaves freestyle competition took place this week and some of the best freestyle skiers in the world were in attendance. 

Read more about Val d'Isere Video Report : Thu 8th Jan 2009

There has been a real change since last week with lots of rain falling but there is still plenty of good snow if you travel higher up.

Read more about Val d'Isere Video Report : Thu 9th Dec 2010

Coming from the buzzing Plages des Sport in Le Lac where many of the activities in Tignes can be seen, this report explains all about the 'Sportignes Card'.

Read more about Val d'Isere Video Report : Thu 9th Jul 2009

Will reports from the snow-front in Tignes Le Lac, where over 15,000 party-goers are expected to gather to see in the New Year to the pumping sounds of the internationally renown DJ, David Guetta.

Read more about Val d'Isere Video Report : Tue 30th Dec 2008

The ladies kick off the start of the World Championships with the Super G. Charley brings all the lastest results from the days events and a look forward to whats in store tomorrow.

Read more about Val d'Isere Video Report : Tue 3rd Feb 2009

Even though the high winds and snow fall in Val d'Isere have forced a few cancellations in the World Championships, spirits are still high with street performers and live music filling the air. Charley brings the lastest results from the most recent races;

Read more about Val d'Isere Video Report : Wed 11th Feb 2009

The season has begun and although not all of the lifts and pistes are open what has been opened is covered in excellent fresh snow, it's just a shame you can't see it at the moment.

Read more about Val d'Isere Video Report : Wed 1st Dec 2010

Ski Sunday's Graham Bell joins Debbie in Tignes this week for a look at the piste conditions in Tignes and Val d'Isere.Although the snow is turning slushy by the sfternoon The British University Ski Championships (BUSC) and the Greeneye Challenge Rally are sure to mean that the slopes are never dull.

Read more about Val d'Isere Video Report : Wed 6th Apr 2011

Over the past three months, contrary to popular belief the snow and skiing conditions in the Espace Killy have actually been fantastic! 

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