Peak Elevation
3,456 m
11,339 ft
Vertical Drop
1,906 m
6,253 ft
Skiable Area
9,713 ha
24,000 ac
Avg Snowfall
650 cm
256 in
Lifts
90
Tignes - Val d'Isère Weather Forecast
About
Tignes and Val d'Isère are two resorts in the Tarentaise valley of Savoie, France, linked into one ski area once known as the Espace Killy. Together they offer roughly 300 kilometers of piste rising to the Grande Motte glacier at 3,456 meters, which gives a vertical drop close to 1,900 meters and snow-sure skiing into late spring. The long run down from the Grande Motte falls about 1,400 meters in a single descent.
Terrain
Difficulty Breakdown
Local symbols shown first, North American second
Lifts & Conditions
Amenities
Operated by Compagnie des Alpes
Data validated from official sources but may be incomplete or outdated. Always verify with the resort directly.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many lifts does Tignes - Val d'Isère have?
Tignes - Val d'Isère has 90 ski lifts, with a combined uphill capacity of approximately 161,000 riders per hour.
What is the vertical drop at Tignes - Val d'Isère?
Tignes - Val d'Isère has a vertical drop of 6,253 feet (1,906 meters).
What is the peak elevation of Tignes - Val d'Isère?
The summit of Tignes - Val d'Isère sits at 11,339 feet (3,456 meters) above sea level.
How many trails does Tignes - Val d'Isère have?
Tignes - Val d'Isère has 159 marked trails, totaling roughly 186.4 miles of skiing.
How big is the skiable terrain at Tignes - Val d'Isère?
Tignes - Val d'Isère covers 24,000 acres (9,713 hectares) of skiable terrain.
Does Tignes - Val d'Isère offer night skiing?
Yes, Tignes - Val d'Isère offers night skiing. Hours and trail availability vary by season, so check the official website for current schedules.
Does Tignes - Val d'Isère have snowmaking?
Yes, Tignes - Val d'Isère has snowmaking to supplement natural snowfall and extend the ski season.
How much snow does Tignes - Val d'Isère get each year?
Tignes - Val d'Isère averages around 256 inches (650 cm) of snowfall per season.
