The ski season is upon us, and the excitement is building! Snow is falling across the Alps, and early winter forecasts are looking promising. We can’t wait to keep you updated with the latest snow reports from Tignes throughout the season.
Here we are back for another season and eagerly awaiting the arrival of the winter ski season. It's getting colder in the resort with hard frosts now and we’re seeing good snowfall this week all across the Alps down to around 1000 metres.
The high peaks are taking on that majestic freshly snow clad look once again and the pisteurs are out there preparing the slopes. Check back here weekly for the latest snow and weather report.
The first snow has arrived in Tignes with more forecast this week. Believe it or not, over 140cm of snow is forecast over the next few days. It's going to be very cold too, down to about -14°C at 1700m.
While you are waiting to get out here, we’ve had our ear to the ground to bring you What’s New in Tignes this winter and have been updating our site to bring you the news from Tignes this winter.
From Yeti racing, Stars of Sport, World Cup downhill and giant slalom races to fireworks displays, Tech and Pride events and the Andros Ice-racing series, Tignes has got you covered for all your entertainment. Full details of Events in Tignes this winter can be found on our events calendar.
Have you got your ski pass yet? There are still early bird deals out there.
Pic above is live today from Le Lac webcam
Tignes opens on 23 November 2024 right through to the 5 May 2025. Plenty of time to come and enjoy the white stuff!
Here's a quick check list to prepare for your winter ski holiday - check all the links below, we've got you covered.
If you head to the bottom of this page, you can see live forecasts, lift status, links to webcams, real time photos from Tignes. We will be updating this snow report page every Thursday from the early December, so check back in with us to see how the pistes are doing and what you can expect from the snow forecast each week.
We need you!
If you're in Tignes this week, we want to see your images, especially videos, of what you've been up to. So when you post to Facebook or Instagram, please tag us @SeeTignes #SeeTignes. Every week, we'll be posting our favourite videos and images here and sharing on our social media, along with our weekly resort snow report.
We'll see you on the pistes very soon.
Ski and snowboard hire situated at the heart of the village, in the main street. Sports and fashion boutique at the base of Tignes. 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!
Want to rent skis or snowboards in Tignes? Just visit the Ski One store!
This store is situated just a stones through from the Palafour lift departure point making it he ideal location to rent skis from in Tignes Le Lac. Oliver and his team will welcome you to the store, and assist your with your rental.
Want to rent skis or snowboards in Tignes? Just visit the Skiset Val Claret Borsat - Sportski 1 store!
This great ski hire shop is situated in the Borsat area of Val Claret. You will find it between Club Med and the Odalys residence, close to the ski lifts linking Tignes and Val d’Isere and the Bollin ski lift (A free lift for beginners or: a good way to get your legs back on arrival at no expense!).
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 first skiing day.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
With this ski school it’s all about having fun! Recognised internationally as one of the best ski schools in the Alps, they continue to develop, bringing technique and pleasure closer together.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
A fantastic way to see the resort with your friends and family and a great way to entertain any non-skiers in your group.
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.
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.
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.
Experience the sub aquatic world, the beauty of the colours below and the explore the icy lake in Tignes.
Find out what's happening in Tignes and how to make the most of your time here. The latest news, reviews, current events and the trendiest restaurants, as well as interviews with leading locals, insider's guides and things to do, see and experience in the region. Plus, during the winter season, our famous snow reports and dump alerts, all in the same place.
See allLatest News & ReviewsTignes hosts a wide range of events throughout the year. There is a constant barrage of live music après-ski throughout the winter, as well as the much anticipated Live in Tignes festival each April. In the summer, the resort plays home to some major trail running events, such as the High Trail Vanoise in July and the Tignes Trail in August.
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