It has been another fabulous week of powder skiing as the unseasonably cold temperatures have kept the snow dry and incredibly light.
Another fabulous week of powder skiing with unseasonably cold temperatures
One of the best weeks of the season so far
On Monday with the sun shining we had a wonderful run on the impressive Face du Charvet in absolutely brilliant snow followed by some great skiing up at the Fornet. On Tuesday I skied in Tignes and skied the Sachette, and it was probably the best Sachette of the season as it was deep and light top-to-bottom. By Wednesday it was time to walk as the easily accessible snow was tracked and we ‘skinned’ up to the Col des Fours. The wind was fierce on the ridges and summits but hadn’t yet been blowing long enough to damage the snow and we skied first tracks with great snow and solitude. On Thursday we skinned to Mont Roup and enjoyed some lovely snow that had been protected from the wind.
The wind has unfortunately worked over a lot of slopes and what was superb on Wednesday had turned to ‘skiers’ snow by Thursday, and much of the resort has been winded. Between skier/boarder traffic, and sun and wind damage we are already in need of a snowfall and a fresh canvas. It’s remarkable how all that wonderful snow that we’ve been enjoying can change overnight and suddenly instead of perfect powder everywhere we are now scratching around to find quality snow. It’s a bit of a bummer really but what a run of sensational skiing!
I had an unfortunate incident on the Face du Charvet on Monday morning. The Face is steep and exposed and one of the most impressive slopes in the resort, and it’s always atmospheric and exciting to ski. In fact it’s quite rare that I ski it in powder but Monday was the day and it needed to be done. I had a client fall in about his 5th turn and damage his knee to the extent that I needed to call the Piste Services for a helicopter rescue. Two Pisteurs skied down to us and took great care of my client while I packed down a landing zone with two other clients. The entire rescue operation was incredibly slick and professional and I personally am very glad that the Pisteurs received a decent increase when threatening to strike last week.
With several days in a row of brilliant sunshine the pistes have firmed up and are in pristine condition. The firmer snow stands up to traffic much better than the soft fresh snow and the last few days have been the best piste skiing that we’ve had for quite some time. That should continue over the weekend as we have another couple of days at least of lovely weather to come.
- Friday- Sunny -10C/+1C Wind from the S at 5km/h
- Saturday- Sunny -11C/+1C Wind from the S at 5km/h
- Sunday- Partially sunny/few flakes of snow -9C/+2C Wind from the S at 5km/h
- Monday-Partially sunny -9C/+2C Wind from the NW at 5km/h
The cold overnight temperatures are forecast to continue for a few more nights, which is great news for the quality of the snow. As the sun climbs higher in the sky it won’t be long until the days become much warmer and the temperatures start to resemble those that are expected in mid-March.
The avalanche risk has been dropped today to 2/5.
Have a fantastic weekend and stay tuned for another update on Monday!
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Airport Transfers in Tignes
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Scheduled/Shuttle Coach Airport Transfers
Geneva to Tignes from CHF 52.50 per person one-way (weekend rate)
Save money with scheduled coach transfers, convenient stops across Tignes and ski luggage included at no extra cost. With departures from Geneva and Lyon Airports, experienced alpine drivers and dedicated airport assistance, reaching the resort is straightforward and affordable.
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Private Airport Transfers
Geneva to Tignes from CHF 545 per vehicle one-way (weekend rate)
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Private Airport Transfers
Geneva Airport to Tignes from €369 per vehicle one-way (weekend rate)
Travel from Geneva Airport to Tignes 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 and handy pick-up reminders help make the journey to this high-altitude resort that little bit easier.
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Private Airport Transfers
Geneva Airport to Tignes from €520 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 Tignes transfer with greater peace of mind.
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Private Airport Transfers
Reliable and professional airport transfer service offering comfortable journeys at great value
Providing year-round airport transfers across the Savoie region of the French Alps, this professional company is based in Peisey-Nancroix near Les Arcs. English-owned and French-registered, they offer a reliable service for travellers heading to the mountains.
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Shared Airport Transfers
Low-cost and professional shuttle bus transfer service to Tignes
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.
Ski Hire in Tignes
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Zato Sports
Hire skis close to bottom of Aeroski gondola in Le Lac
Want to rent skis or snowboards in Tignes? Just visit the Skiset Lavachet - Zato Sports store!
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Antarctik
One stop shop for all your ski and snowboard equipment hire in Tignes
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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Ski One
Hire shop located within the Sefcotel residence in the heart of Tignes Val Claret
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Sportski Borsat
Ski & board hire next to Odalys Borsat apartments and close to the lifts
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Le Rosset
Ski & snowboard hire in Tignes Le Lac, within easy reach of all the main lifts
Ski & Snowboard Hire in the centre of Tignes Le Lac, on the snow front. 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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Alpine Legend
Ski hire shop ideally located in Tignes Val Claret
In the heart of the resort, Alpine Legend is ideally located close to the ski slopes and ski lifts.
Ski Schools in Tignes
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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 school offering private lessons with fully-qualified British instructors
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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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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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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Private ski lessons
Private ski and snowboard lessons for all ages and abilities in Tignes
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Winter Things To Do in Tignes
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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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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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Ski bungee jump 
Ski bungee jump
A new adrenaline rush combining zip wire, bungee and huge ramp!
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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Heli-Skiing
High mountain guides, ice climbing, mountaineering and 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
Night time skidoo tours in & around Tignes
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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