Discover the Val d'Isere summer lift-passes
In summer Val d'Isère turns into a huge altitude playground for mountain bikers and hikers
Tourists flock here to explore the trails that ascend and descend its forested slopes, whilst the Glacier du Pissaillas welcomes skiers from all around the world. Yes, that's right, you can ski in Val d'Isère in the summer.
Pedestrian lift passes are completely free in Val d'Isère.
You'll just need to pick up a hands-free pass at the lift pass offices in the centre of town: Centre Aquasportif or at the tourist office.
Ski passes are free of charge for under 8's and the over 75's, upon proof of ID. When you buy a 12 or 13 day (consecutive) ski pass, you'll get two days free of charge and four entries to the swimming pool.
The Glacier du Pissaillas, at 2,870m, is usually open for summer skiing (8 June to 5 July) should conditions allow. The facilities on the glacier are ideal for ski race training, freestyle and half-pipe, making it hugely popular with teams from around the world.
Summer ski passes are valid for the two lifts that are open in the summer in Val d'Isère, the Cascade chairlift and the Montet drag lift, giving access to three runs open to the public and another four pistes reserved for professional ski racers. Passes can be purchased that the ski pass office at the foot of the Glacier de Pisaillas, located on the Col de l'Iseran road.
Prices shown are a guide only, to be confirmed at the time of booking; further Terms and Conditions may apply. Prices may be subject to changes in VAT.
| Ticket | Single rate (€) |
| 1 day | |
| 2 days |
In the summertime, mountain bikers in Val d'Isère have access to around 150km of dedicated MTB trails and six lifts: Olympique cable car, Borsat chair, Tovière cable car, Tufs chairlift, Fresse chairlift and Palafour chairlift. There is also learning zone at the foot of the Bike Park with test courses for users to discover their level before hitting the trails. You'll find it at the foot of the Face of Bellevarde.
The pass is loaded onto a hands-free card which is available from the lift pass offices in the centre of town, the Centre Aquasportif reception and the tourist office.
Snow cover permitting, you can connect with the bike trails on the Tignes side of the mountain, so it's useful that the lift pass also enables you to use the shuttle buses back from Les Brévières with your bike.
| Ticket (€) | Single rate |
| 1 day | |
| 6 days | |
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