Valsnow
Ski and snowboard hire located in the centre of Val d'Isere. Save time and money by booking online and have your equipment ready to pick up as soon as you arrive enabling you to hit the slopes straight away!
Val d'Isere Snow Report & Forecast
Discover the latest Val d'Isere snow conditions
Winter has settled beautifully into Val d'Isère. The resort feels alive again, the peaks are white from top to bottom and early season conditions are shaping up to be some of the best we have seen in years. With the ski area preparing to open fully this weekend, excitement is rising throughout the resort. It is one of those classic Val d'Isère starts where cold weather, steady snowfall and a strong early base all arrive at once.
Val d'Isère is now fully open for the winter season.
Snow and Weather Summary
The early season has already delivered some very promising snowfall. The upper slopes have built a healthy base for the beginning of December and the cold temperatures are helping preserve it. Forecasts over the next few days continue to look positive, with fresh snow expected in the run up to the weekend.
This week began very cold and although temperatures lifted slightly midweek, they are expected to fall back again by Friday evening. Overnight values at altitude may reach around minus ten, while the resort will sit several degrees below freezing. Daytime temperatures are forecast to stay mostly below zero which is ideal for maintaining snow quality on the pistes.
The freezing level has been fluctuating around 1300 to 1700 metres but is forecast to drop lower through the weekend. Light north westerly winds may pick up on Saturday before easing gradually into Sunday.
Although snow coverage on the pistes is looking strong for early December, off piste terrain will still have thin spots at this stage of the season. Snowpack consolidation has only just begun, so extra care is needed away from marked runs.
Resort Update
The resort teams have been busy preparing the slopes, grooming trails and ensuring lift systems are ready for opening day. With a solid base at altitude and fresh snowfall in the forecast, many of the key links of the Val d'Isère and Tignes area are expected to come online progressively over the weekend.
The resort itself is buzzing with pre-Christmas energy. The lights are up, shops and bars are reopening for the season and early visitors have already been enjoying the atmosphere on the snow-covered streets. The return of cold, stable weather is helping set the stage for a strong holiday period.
Snow Takeaway
Are you planning a December visit to Val d'Isère? The resort has a busy programme in the lead up to Christmas, including torchlit descents, live music events, festive markets and family activities around the central snow front.
The first major sporting event is the return of the Critérium de la Première Neige, bringing elite world cup racing back to Val d'Isère. Race week always adds energy to the village with spectators lining the course and celebrations taking place throughout the resort.
Updates
Scroll down to see live forecasts, lift status, links to webcams and above for real time photos from Val d'Isère. We will be updating this snow report page every Thursday, so check back next week to see how the pistes are shaping up and what you can expect from the forecast for the following seven days.
We need you!!
If you are in Val d'Isère this week, we would love to see your photos and especially your videos from the slopes. When posting on Facebook or Instagram, please tag us @SeeValdIsere #SeeValdIsere. Each week we will feature our favourite images and videos on this page and across our social channels.
We look forward to seeing you out on the pistes very soon.
Ski Hire in Val d'Isere
Ski Hire in Val d'Isere
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Killy Pro Shop Avenue Lodge
Want to rent skis or snowboards in Val d'Isere? Just visit the Skiset Pro Shop Killy Hotel Avenue Lodge store!
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Rond-Point des Pistes
Rond Point des Pistes shop is located after the tunnel, next to the Front de Neige with direct access to the Bellevarde and Solaise ski lifts (where the fun starts!). The free buses from the Chatelard and Legettaz areas stop right outside as does the main La Daille – Le Fornet bus.
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Boraso Sport (Magasin Relais)
No need to carry your ski equipment around with you! Simply pick it up from the ski shop in resort. You can collect your equipment from at least 5pm the day before your first skiing day.
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Front de Neige
Ski & Snowboard Hire located at the bottom of the slopes, you can leave the shop with your skis on. Save time and money by booking online with Intersport. Have your equipment ready to pick up as soon as you arrive and hit the slopes straight away!
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Ab Skishop
Florent and his team offer you a warm welcome to their store Ab Ski, which is located in the heart of Val d'Isere on the Avenue Olympique (in between the two roundabouts on this main road).
Ski Schools in Val d'Isere
Ski School Lessons in Val d'Isere
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Private ski lessons
This ski school connects snow sports enthusiasts of all abilities with expert ski and snowboard instructors across Europe’s top resorts. With thousands of top-rated, verified instructors to choose from, their private lessons offer a flexible and personalised learning experience.
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Private ski lessons
This ski school was set up in Val d'Isère in 2006 and has been hugely successful allowing them to expand into the resorts of Tignes, Les Gets, Morzine and Chamonix.
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Group ski lessons
Established in 1991, this ski and snowboard school was one of the first British ski schools in France and is renowned for its fantastic instructors and excellent customer service.
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Group ski lessons
This ski school offers group ski lessons for both children and adults, catering to all ability levels. Their group lessons provide a great and affordable way to improve your skiing in a safe, social and supportive environment.
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Group ski lessons
This ski school was set up in Val d'Isère in 2006 and has been hugely successful allowing them to expand into the resorts of Tignes, Les Gets, Morzine and Chamonix.
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Private ski lessons
Established in 1991, this ski and snowboard school was one of the first British-run ski schools in France. Their team is known for going the extra mile, offering excellent customer service and delivering outstanding lessons and guiding.
Airport Transfers in Val d'Isere
Transfers for Val d'Isere
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Private and shared airport transfers
This company offers private and shared transfers from Geneva Airport to Val d'Isere, nearby areas, and resorts across the Alps. With great value fares on all journeys, it’s an easy way to save money.
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Shared bus airport transfers
A key booking portal for local coach and bus transfers in the French ski resorts. Using this service to coordinate your travel means getting to resort could not be easier.
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Shared airport transfers
Booking with them means your holiday won’t involve the stress of public transport, the cost of private transfers, or the hassle of fitting snow chains on a hire car.
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Private and shared airport transfers
This company offers reliable private transfers from Geneva Airport to Val d'Isère. Established and efficient - you can rely on them.
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Private airport transfers
The Loyal Transfers team has been organising airport transfers to ski resorts around France since 2012. Their aim has always been to make independent travel to ski resorts cheaper and easier for everyone.
Winter Things To Do in Val d'Isere
Wintersport Things To Do in Val d'Isere
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Dog Sledding
Sledding tours and adventures in the Tarentaise.
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Heliskiing/boarding
For backcountry adventures, this independent company operates in and around the following three heliski destinations: Valgrisenche, The Courmayeur Valley and the Col de Petit St Bernard Pass. They have pioneered 32 drop zones within these three broad valley regions giving you a huge choice of terrain, snow conditions and mountain orientation to ensure you have a day best suited to your ability and preferences.
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EMTB on snow
Try something new this winter with a guided e-bike session on snow (from eight years old). Join a sunrise ride above Val d’Isère or hire an electric bike in the afternoon and head off on your own adventure.
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Guided snowshoe hikes
Discover the charm of snowshoeing and venture to parts of the mountains even skiers don't go.
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Helicopter tours
A fantastic way to see the resort with your friends and family and a great way to entertain any non-skiers in your group.
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Snowmobiling
Passenger or driver, it’s up to you to decide!
