La Folie Douce
This celebrated après-ski haunt is situated at the top of the Daille cable car. Known around the world for its top-notch entertainment and wild parties, La Folie Douce is the place to party on the piste in Tignes.
March in Tignes: What's on and weather
It's quieter, warmer, and there's some great quality snow to play in
Magical March is here. Enjoy some great skiing and lunches in the sunshine.
With fewer families around, you also tend to find far fewer ski schools on the hill which, of course, also means an end to those long, snaking trails of beginners making their way down. It also makes for much quieter lift lines. So, all in all, an ideal month to visit Tignes to make the most of the near-perfect conditions.
Read on for a look at what we like to get up to when spring arrives in town.
What are the weather and snow conditions like?
There is regular snowfall - on average eight days - and temperatures still dip below freezing at night to freshen it up. In March the average daytime temperatures generally fall between a high of 1°C and a low of -6ºC, getting around six hours of sunshine.
Skiing
Lessons
Now is a great time to take a private lesson or join a group ski or snowboard lesson, with the quieter slopes there's less queues and the softening snow makes for a much kinder landing.
Nightlife in Tignes
When the lifts close for the day hundreds of skiers and revellers head down the slopes to find an après-ski party, and Tignes has a variety of bars happily welcoming you with live DJs, live music and acoustic sets, aerial performances and much more.
If winding down on a sunny terrace with jugs of beer is your après style, on the snow front you'll find spots that on particularly warm days have DJs spinning hip-hop house beats - setting the vibe for a stylish sunset party. The village of Le Lavachet is one big sunshine trap, with a choice of restaurants and bars offering happy hour deals.
One thing's for sure, whatever your preferred après party style, you won't have far to stumble in your ski boots to find a jug of beer and some good snacks before you head home for dinner...or not! It's much easier to get a last-minute table for dinner now the school holiday crowds aren't here.
Bars & Clubs in Tignes
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Le Brasero Bar
Le Brasero is a lively bar and restaurant ideally located in Le Lavachet, Tignes at the foot of the piste des Digues and next to bus stop number 4.
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Bar Hors Piste
Relax after a day on the slopes in the comfortable surroundings of the Bar Hors Piste in the 4* Hotel Le Ski d'Or.
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Loop Bar and Restaurant
Loop bar is right at the bottom of the Trolles & Rosset pistes in Tignes Le Lac, in a perfect spot to drop in for an après drink, snack or a bit of darts, pool or live sport.
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Couloir Bar and Restaurant
Situated in the main square of Val Claret, only two minutes from the Tufs chairlift, this restaurant serves an international menu and offers live music for après-ski.
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Le Moose Bar
Live sports on the TV, traditional pub grub with some international favourites and a large selection of drinks at this bar in Le Lac.
Winter Things To Do in Tignes
During March, the sky in Tignes will turn from a breath-taking blue to a pretty pink. At night, striking star-consultations are visible. So why not rent a pair of snow shoes and hike up the mountains to breathe in this beauty. Snow shoes can be rented from various shops in resort and a guide can be organised if required. Choose between greeting a beautiful sunrise or camping in a refuge during the night.
As the evenings become lighter, more time can be spent on the mountain and it's a great time for sledding or toboganning.
Wintersport Things To Do in Tignes
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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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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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Heli-Skiing
Alpamayo are a group of high mountain guides based in Chamonix all year round as well as in Val d'Isere and Tignes in the winter.
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Tignes Snowmobile Activity Company
Snowmobiles are illegal on the pistes during the day but once the slopes are closed you can get out on your Skidoo and discover Tignes under the stars.
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Ski bungee jump
Thrill seekers prepare yourselves for the new winter/summer attraction in Tignes. The Bun J Ride allows you to jump a 30m ramp, falling off into a 40m drop on bungee cords, and then locks you into a zip wire taking you back down to earth.
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School of Ice Diving
Experience the sub aquatic world, the beauty of the colours below and the explore the icy lake in Tignes.
March events in Tignes
March is considered the party month here with quite a few festivals taking place, but there also other events around resort to get involved in. Take a look at our events calendar for what's on around town this month.
Events in Tignes
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Criterium de la Première Neige
One of the biggest events of the season with the world's best men's and women's slalom racers competing on the Face de Bellevarde and OK (Oreiller Killy) slopes in Val d'Isère.
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Christmas in Tignes
Christmas week in Tignes includes a parade through the streets with Father Christmas, a torchlit descent and a fireworks display.
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New Year in Tignes
What better way to celebrate the arrival of the new year than a fabulous fireworks display at midnight.
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Lac gelé 24 hour race, Tignes
At 2,100m, competitors will follow a course traced on the lake that will test both endurance and team spirit.
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Valentine's Day in Tignes
If you're looking for a special way of celebrating Valentine's with a loved one then Tignes is a great choice.
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Freeride World Tour qualifier and Freeride Junior Tour
A qualifier of the French Freeride Series as part of the Freeride World Tour, the biggest all mountain competition on the planet, right here in Tignes.
More inspiration...
There's a lot more than just skiing or snowboarding in the valley this month! Take a look at our events calendar for a full run down and check out all the things to do in resort.
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