Le Almes
Ski and snowboard hire in the heart of Tignes Le Lac - open 7 days. 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!
Tignes Snow Report & Forecast
Discover the latest Tignes snow conditions
Tignes is feeling solid and wintry this week, with the high altitude villages fully snow covered and a crisp feel in the air from early morning onwards. The mountains look well filled in across the whole bowl, and the season feels properly established rather than early or fragile. Conditions on the slopes are consistent and confidence inspiring, with skiers spreading easily between sectors without worrying about coverage.
Snow and Weather Summary
Snow depths in Tignes are strong for early January, sitting at around 70 to 90cm in resort and rising to approximately 200 to 240cm across the upper slopes and glacier areas. There has been a small amount of snowfall over the past week, mainly refreshing the surface at altitude rather than adding significant depth. Temperatures have remained cold, with freezing levels mostly below 1000m and daytime highs in resort staying well below zero. Winds have generally been light to moderate, occasionally more noticeable on exposed ridges but rarely disruptive. Skiing conditions are very good on higher terrain where the snow is cold, compact and chalky, especially on north facing slopes. Lower pistes remain well covered and firm, softening slightly during sunnier periods but holding up well thanks to the altitude.
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Outlook & What’s On
The forecast for the coming days suggests mostly dry and cold weather, with welcome chance of some significant snowfall later in the week, mainly affecting higher elevations. These conditions should help preserve the snowpack and keep piste quality high with regular grooming. Tignes continues its busy winter programme with mountain activities, night skiing sessions and live music events in resort, giving the area a lively but controlled atmosphere during this early January period.
Snow Takeaway
Overall conditions in Tignes are very reliable, with excellent snow quality at altitude and strong coverage across the ski area. Focus on higher and north facing slopes for the best skiing throughout the day, while lower runs remain a good option thanks to the cold temperatures.
Scroll down to see live forecasts, lift status, links to webcams and real time photos from Tignes. We will be updating this snow report page every Thursday so check back in with us next week to see how the pistes are doing and what you can expect from the snow forecast for the next seven days.
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If you are in Tignes this week we want to see your images especially videos of what you have been up to. When you post to Facebook or Instagram please tag us @seetignes #seetignes. Every week we will be posting our favourite videos and images here and sharing on our social media along with our weekly resort snow report.
Enjoy the quiet slopes and good skiing, see you out there!
Ski Hire in Tignes
Ski Hire in Tignes
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Sport Glisse
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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Le Jhana
Ski & Snowbard Rental Opposite ESF Ski School in Residence Le Jhana in the centre of Tignes Val Claret. 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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Zato Sports
Want to rent skis or snowboards in Tignes? Just visit the Skiset Lavachet - Zato Sports store!
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Centre - Les Platières
This ski and snowboard rental shop is situated inside the Platières Residence, just 200 metres from the ski lifts and next-door to the pharmacy.
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Ski One
Want to rent skis or snowboards in Tignes? Just visit the Ski One store!
Ski Schools in Tignes
Ski School Lessons in Tignes
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Private ski lessons
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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Group ski lessons
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
This school is a reputable ski school that was originally set up in Val d'Isère in 2006 and is well respected for their off-piste clinics.
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Group ski lessons
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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Private ski lessons
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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Private ski lessons
This company has instructors who are specialists in their field, and with an emphasis on real progression and FUN!
Airport Transfers in Tignes
Transfers for Tignes
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Private and shared airport transfers
This company offers private and shared transfers from Geneva Airport to Tignes, nearby areas, and resorts across the Alps. With great value fares on all journeys, it’s an easy way to save money.
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Private airport transfers
This professional airport transfer company operates year-round across the French Alps in the Savoie region. English-owned and French-registered, it’s based in Peisey-Nancroix near Les Arcs.
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Private and shared airport transfers
This company offers a great value shuttle service as well as private transfers from Geneva Airport to the Tignes Valley and Bourg St Maurice. Established and efficient - you can rely on them.
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Shared bus airport transfers
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
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.
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Shared airport transfers
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.
Winter Things To Do in Tignes
Wintersport Things To Do in Tignes
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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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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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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.
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