The sun continues to beat down and if you’re looking for sunshine it doesn’t get any better. The weather has been perfect for the three Men’s World Cup races that have been held over the past three days with a Super G on Friday, the Downhill on Saturday and then the GS on Sunday.
Perfect weather for ski racing & skiing over the weekend
Good snow over 2500 metres with firmer conditions lower down
Often in the past it seems to snow during the races and too many have been cancelled due to too much fresh snow. These events are extremely expensive to run and take a huge amount of preparation, so the organisers have been extremely pleased with how the weekend has gone. (Mind you the rest of us would be happy for some fresh snow!)
The resort has opened many more pistes to the bottom of the mountain and the piste skiing in general is excellent. The snow above 2500 metres has a lovely cold winter texture to it and the man-made snow down below is very good even if it is a little firm in places. Val d’Isere and Tignes are both pretty quiet at the moment and holiday-makers are profiting with un-crowded pistes, restaurants, and bars and everyone seems to be having a great time.
My colleagues and I are skiing off-piste daily and although conditions are limiting us at the moment we are still finding some fantastic skiing with very little effort. We’ve skied mostly at the Fornet but have skied around the Grande Motte in Tignes for a change of scenery a couple of times but off-piste enthusiasts are desperate for some fresh snow.
The new lift accessing the Tete du Solaise is absolutely brilliant! The footprint at both the summit of Solaise and at the bottom is minimal and very nicely done. There is a small bar selling coffee for 1.5 Euros and croissant for 1 Euro and there is space for people to have a packed lunch. This is new in Val d’Isere but North American resorts have always had shelter and place for those who don’t want to spend a fortune on lunch, and I think it’s a great addition. The lift itself has heated seats for those cold snowy days and Wi-Fi for those who’d rather do what people do on their phones these days instead of looking at the scenery or conversing with their friends. They have removed the original Cable Car as well as the high-speed quad chairlift so if the new lift breaks down or has teething problems it won’t be easy to get to the top of the Solaise sector.
The forecast is for at least another 5 days of brilliant sunshine with between -5C and -7C in the village during the night, and +2C during the day on Monday and rising to around +7C during the day by Friday. It all bodes well for another fantastic week of skiing so have a great time if you’re here in the resort and log-on for more news on Friday!
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Airport Transfers in Val d'Isere
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Private Airport Transfers
Geneva Airport to Val d'Isere from €524 per minivan one-way (weekend rate)
With over 5,000 rides completed and 95% of clients returning, this private transfer service is designed around the needs of skiers, from reliable airport pick-ups to comfortable journeys to your accommodation. Experienced, professional English-speaking drivers, vehicles prepared for Alpine winter conditions and no extra luggage fees for skis or snowboards help make travelling easier. With airport meet and greet, door-to-door transfers, secure online booking and a focus on punctuality, you can organise your Val d'Isere transfer with greater peace of mind.
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Shared Airport Transfers
Low-cost and professional shuttle bus transfer service to Val d'Isère
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 Airport Transfers
Geneva to Val d’Isère from CHF 545 per vehicle one-way (weekend rate)
Enjoy exclusive vehicles, direct door-to-door travel and flexible collection times from four major airports. With experienced alpine drivers and premium vehicle options, private transfers offer a comfortable and personalised journey to Val d’Isère.
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Scheduled/Shuttle Coach Airport Transfers
Quick and secure way to organise transfers from local airports and stations
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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Private Airport Transfers
Geneva Airport to Val d'Isère from €349 per vehicle one-way (weekend rate)
Travel from Geneva Airport to Val d'Isère with an experienced Alpine transfer service operating since 2012. Enjoy a private, door-to-door journey with professional drivers who know the mountain roads and flight monitoring to help manage delays. Choose between standard and VIP minibuses, with complimentary child seats available for families. Free onboard Wi-Fi makes the journey more comfortable, while automated pick-up reminders help take the stress out of your return transfer.
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Private Airport Transfers
Established and efficient private transfer service to and from Geneva Airport
Comfortable private airport transfer service connecting Val d'Isere with Geneva Airport, with a choice of standard and premium vehicles.
Ski Hire in Val d'Isere
Ski Hire in Val d'Isere
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Killy Sport
Ski & snowboard hire on Place Moufilier in the resort centre and close to lifts
Want to rent skis or snowboards in Val d'Isere? Just visit the Skiset Killy Sport store!
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Boraso Sport
One stop shop for all your ski and snowboard equipment hire in Val d'Isere
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 1st skiing day.
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Rond-Point des Pistes
Save 10% extra: use promo code STWSKI when booking ski hire online
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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Place de l'Office du Tourisme
ski hire shop ideally located in the heart of Val d'Isere
Ski hire shop located near the tourist office in the centre of the resort. 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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Hors Limites
Ski & snowboard hire at the Tourist Office and close to the snowfront
Want to rent skis or snowboards in Val d'Isere? Just visit the Skiset Hors Limites store!
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Val Spirit Delivery
Free delivery, fitting and collection service by British ski & snowboard rental shop
This is the only independent, British-owned ski and snowboard shop in the Espace Killy ski area which also offers a delivery service to Val d'Isere.
Ski Schools in Val d'Isere
Ski School Lessons in Val d'Isere
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Private ski lessons
British school offering a wide range of private lesson options tailored to all ages and abilities
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.
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Private ski lessons
Private skiing and snowboarding lessons with highly rated instructors
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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Group ski lessons
Ski and snowboard school group lessons with fully qualified British instructors
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
Small groups for adults and children of all abilities with a well-established and trusted ski school
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
Group ski and snowboard lessons for children and adults of all ages and abilities
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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Private ski lessons
Ski and snowboard school offering lessons with qualified British instructors
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.
Winter Things To Do in Val d'Isere
Wintersport Things To Do in Val d'Isere
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Snowmobiling
30min guided snowmobiling excursion
Passenger or driver, it’s up to you to decide!
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Heliskiing/boarding
Heliskiing/boarding trip in Valgrisenche, The Courmayeur Valley and the Col de Petit St Bernard Pass.
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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Helicopter tours
10, 30 or 60 minute private helicopter tours for up to five people
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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Dog Sledding
20-min dog-sledding tours around the Tarentaise mountains
Sledding tours and adventures in the Tarentaise.
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Guided snowshoe hikes
Half-day and full-day guided snowshoe walks through the mountains
Discover the charm of snowshoeing and venture to parts of the mountains even skiers don't go.
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Biathlon lessons
Try your hand at Biathlon, the Olympic challenge of skiing and shooting
Biathlon is an Olympic sport which combines different techniques and strengths. Bringing together two different sports, cross country skiing and shooting. Give it a go in Val d'Isère.
