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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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We look forward to seeing you out on the pistes very soon.
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!
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.
Want to rent skis or snowboards in Val d'Isere? Just visit the Skiset Snowberry Streetside store!
The Precision Ski Freeride rental shop can be found in the old pedestrian part of Val d'Isere village, just at the bottom of the pistes.
Rent Skis & Snowboards on Val d'Isere Main Street near Tourist Office. 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!
Jean-Marie and Benjamin and team with over 20 years of experience, offer you a warm welcome to their store Val Ski Shop, a large modern ski shop.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
This company offers reliable private transfers from Geneva Airport to Val d'Isère. Established and efficient - you can rely on them.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Passenger or driver, it’s up to you to decide!
A fantastic way to see the resort with your friends and family and a great way to entertain any non-skiers in your group.
Discover the charm of snowshoeing and venture to parts of the mountains even skiers don't go.
Sledding tours and adventures in the Tarentaise.
Updated 6 December 2025 at 9:49
Updated 6 December 2025 at 9:49
A webcam view of the Val d'Isere ski area above La Daille, near the Tommeuses chairlift. The building in the centre is the renowned La Folie Douce restaurant.
A view of the La Daille pistes (Criterium & OK) conditions on the Bellevarde side, with the village of La Daille in the background.
Party on the Pistes! Is there an open air party happening on the Folie Douce's terrace? From 2pm when the weather is good see live musicians and the apres-ski party
A view of the ski area at the top of La Daille, near the Tommeuses chairlift.
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See allLatest News & ReviewsVal d'Isère hosts a wide range of events throughout the year. There are constant ski racing competitions throughout the winter, as well as the much anticipated La Scara youth event each April. In the summer, the resort plays home to some major trail running events such as the High Trail Vanoise in July, with Tour de France stages often passing nearby in July.
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