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Bustling resort town with a variety of accommodation and great lift access
Tignes Val Claret is a lively and convenient base for your ski holiday, offering easy access to the Grande Motte glacier and the wider Tignes ski area. With plenty of shops, bars and restaurants, you can enjoy après-ski without venturing far. The village’s mix of self-catered apartments, chalets and hotels caters to different budgets and group sizes, making it ideal whether you’re travelling with friends, family or just looking for a central spot to explore the slopes.
Tignes Val Claret is one of the main hubs of the Tignes resort, perched 2km above Tignes Le Lac and offering direct lift access to the Grande Motte glacier, making it perfect for both winter and summer skiing. The village has a lively but cosy atmosphere, with an abundance of bars, restaurants and sports shops to explore after your day on the slopes.
Accommodation is varied, from self-catered apartments to a handful of hotels and chalets, all conveniently close to the lifts and ski area. Its high altitude and excellent snow conditions make it a popular choice for those wanting to be at the heart of the action.
| Location | Km from Tignes le Lac | Best for |
| Le Lac | - | Families, central hub |
| Val Claret | 2 | Centre of everything going on |
| Le Lavachet | 1.4 | Local vibe, good for après |
| Les Boisses - Tignes 1800 | 4.4 | Small, quiet village |
| Les Brévières | 7.7 | Picturesque alpine village |
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!
This shop is ideally situated at the centre of resort between the Place du Curling and the hotel Le Ski d'Or, near the piste departures. Christophe and his team will give you a warm welcome to the newly renovated store, and with their experience, assist you with your rental.
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.
This ski and snowboard rental shop is based in the entrance to the Palafour Shopping centre on Rue de la Poste just as you come out of the Bec Rouge Tunnel.
Want to rent skis or snowboards in Tignes? Just visit the Skiset Mountain Story store!
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!
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 British ski school offers high-quality private lessons with a team of inspirational instructors who’ll quickly build a great rapport. They’ll boost your confidence, skills and enjoyment on the slopes, helping you get the most out of your holiday.
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.
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.
Their children group lessons are based on making learning to ski fun and are limited to six children per group for the best learning experience.
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 part of Tignes is also known for its fun and bustling nightlife in the winter with lots of restaurants.
This restaurant situated on the massif de l'Aiguille Percée, between Tignes le Lac and Tignes Les Boisses is open for lunch.
Located at the top of the Daille bubble, within the celebrated La Folie Douce après-ski and gourmet hotspot, La Fruitière serves delicious modern dishes based on traditional flavours.
Dine in a friendly and relaxed atmosphere, in a restaurant that evokes mountain charm mixed with a touch of the seventies.
This cosy restaurant is located on the massif de L'Aiguille Percée, between Tignes le Lac and Tignes les Boisses.
La Folie Douce Val d'Isère opened a new kind of restaurant: Les 3 Caves. A unique experience with exceptional products worked with flavour and refinement.
La Petite Cuisine is La Folie Douce's gourmet-quality, canteen-style restaurant. They serve a perfect mix of high-class local cuisine in a friendly, family atmosphere.
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.
If you're looking for a special way of celebrating Valentine's with a loved one then Tignes is a great choice.
In the winter Val Claret is a hive of activity. Whether it be people heading to the ski slopes, browsing the designer boutiques and sports shops, or people huddling inside one of the many cafés, restaurants or bars with a creamy hot chocolate to keep warm. It is a small resort set on two levels so you can either hop on a bus service to the Grande Motte and Espace Killy ski area or simply jump in a lift and be at the ski area within minutes.
The summer brings beautiful green mountains and plenty of sunshine. Mountain biking is one of the most popular activities to do in the summertime in Tignes and with lift access to the whole Espace Killy area you can explore the various trails and routes on offer. Val Claret is where most of the biking trails end so it is a great place to stay for mountain biking holiday. There are also lots of walking and hiking routes that you can enjoy from Val Claret, giving you the freedom to explore the mountains and the wonderful views. With plenty of summer activities for groups, families and individuals there is something for everyone in Tignes Val Claret - there is even a spot of summer skiing to be had on the Grande Motte glacier in the early mornings.
Rafting is the most accessible water sports activity on offer. Whether you are looking for an amateur sport, a nature experience or simply a first taste of what a river can offer, you will love this activity!
Legal in France, so accessible from your doorstep, it’s the perfect way to combine helicopters, skiing / snowboarding and huge vertical meterage without bearing the brunt of full Heliski day prices. Using ski lifts to reach the summit of resort, then ski backcountry reaching terrain often inaccessible without a helicopter where you’ll get picked up and taken back to resort.
Explore the mountain paths and take advantage of the wonderful backdrop on one of these 4x4 vehicles.
Experience the sub aquatic world, the beauty of the colours below and the explore the icy lake in Tignes.
Horse ride through the mountains with the Tignes Horse Riding Centre or go on a leisurely pony ride through the mountains.
The Tignespace sports centre is a huge complex with an indoor climbing wall, tennis courts, an athletics zone, a weights room and even space for indoor pole vaulting.
Iconic col route that regularly features in the Tour de France
With this famous route you will literally cycle into Italy - coffee stop optional
A lengthy walk offering great views of the Parc National de la Vanoise
Starting from Tignes, or from the top of the Palafour chairlift, this walk involves a small climb up a rock and offers amazing panoramas of Tignes and the surrounding area
Leaving the centre of Tignes le Lac you wander through the ski fields before reaching a small alpine lake below the towering peaks above Tignes
Taking just over an hour, this walk follows the path above the connecting river between Lac de Tignes and Lac du Chevril.
This gentle walk includes a spring, waterfalls, streams and a lake and is ideal for a gentle stroll or family picnic.
This classic itinerary leads you through the open meadows towards a high mountain col and a beautiful refuge.
Rafting is the most accessible water sports activity on offer. Whether you are looking for an amateur sport, a nature experience or simply a first taste of what a river can offer, you will love this activity!
At one end of the lake in Tignes is the Acroland water park, where you can try out: Blob jump, slide ramp and ski or BMX ramp.
There is a bustling nightlife scene in Val Claret, with plenty of bars, clubs and places go enjoy some après-ski.
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.
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.
Le Whitney Bar can be found inside the Les Suites du Nevada hotel and it is the perfect spot.
Relax after a day on the slopes in the comfortable surroundings of the Bar Hors Piste in the 4* Hotel Le Ski d'Or.
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.
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.
Tignes Val Claret has a wide number of accommodation options. You can choose to stay in one of the cosy mountainside chalets, pick from a whole range of self-catered apartments or stay in one of the lovely hotels. With some accommodation being right on the slope you can ski in and ski out making Val Claret a popular place to stay.
There aren't so many stand-alone chalets in Val Claret, they tend to be more chalet-style apartments and they cater for all group sizes.
Luxury chalet with spa and piste views, just a short walk from the lifts.
Catered chalet with hot tub and easy access to lifts in snow-sure Tignes Le Lac.
Catered chalet with hot tub, fireplace and lovely views, just moments from the slopes in Tignes Le Lac.
Spacious 14-bed catered chalet with hot tub and easy access to the slopes near Tignes Val Claret.
This chalet is part of a new build of stylish chalet-apartments. Located in a prime spot in Tignes Le Lac, the chalet is just 140m from the pistes and offers ski-to-door access for the more competent skiers.
A beautiful chalet set in a fantastic location with stunning mountain views, just 100 metres to the slopes and 300 metres to the resort centre.
This apartment is situated in a fantastic location, just 50 metres form the lift, close to all local amenities and it is possible to ski back to the door.
This stylish contemporary apartment is situated in a great location just 50 metres from the piste, close to the shops, bars and restaurants, and it is possible to ski back to the door in winter!
The apartment has been completed to a high standard offering a warm and comfortable setting where you can enjoy a relaxing holiday.
Denali hotel residence, located in the heart of the resort, welcomes you to Tignes. The ideal location for those looking for the best of Tignes Le Lac!
Holiday rentals in Tignes
All the apartments in the Residence Maeva Inter-Residences have been refurbished in this residence, which is less than 200 m from the lively centre of Tignes-Val Claret. This residence with a private swimming pool consists of a single building.
This residence is situated in a great location just 200 metres from the lifts and the funicular that leads up to the Glacier. It is also conveniently located above a ski shop and just a short walk from all Val Clarets bars and restaurants.
This residence is ideally located just 200 metres from the ski lifts and a 5-minute walk from the shops and restaurants in resort.
This residence is ideally located near the ski lifts, shops and restaurants in Tignes Le Lac resort.
Located in the centre of Tignes Le Lac, this hotel faces the Grande Motte glacier and the lake, making it ideal for both summer and winter holidays.
All the apartments in the Residence Maeva Inter-Residences have been refurbished, which is less than 200 m from the lively centre of Tignes-Val Claret. This residence with a private swimming pool consists of a single building.
This newly built residence is situated in a great location, just 50 metres from the lift. It is possible to ski back to the door in winter and it is also just a short walk from all local amenities within the resort.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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