📷 Alpe d'Huez
Europe
Alpe d'Huez
Closed for the season
Best months to book: March, January, February · last season + 30-yr record
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Off-season — closed April 25
Weather data is still collected for informational purposes.
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Alpe d'Huez is closed for the season. Here is when it is usually best to book.
March
#1 to book
72cm avg · scored 41.5
January
#2 to book
89cm avg
February
#3 to book
68cm avg · scored 36.7
Best weeks to book
- #122 Mar – 28 Marscored 47
- #215 Mar – 21 Marscored 46.3
- #38 Mar – 14 Marscored 44.6
Ranked on 25% last season's SnowSure score (2025-26) · 75% 30-year snowfall and base-depth record. The live score returns when the lifts turn.
Current Conditions
Reported Sun, Sep 20, 04:00 PM UTC
Terrain Open
Off-season
Last season ended April 25, 2026
135 runs · 84 lifts — live counts and the SnowSure™ Score return when the lifts turn.
Days 8–14 and every model are in SnowSure Pro.
Unlock with ProHistorical data from Open-Meteo archive • Forecast: SnowSure™ multi-model blend
Maps
Snow forecast mapsAll maps for Alpe d'Huez →
Webcams & Proof of Powder
Pic Blanc - 3330m
Signal de l'Homme - 2176m
Marmottes III - 3060mAll webcams & Proof of Powder →
About Alpe d'Huez
Alpe d’Huez is a major ski resort located in the French Alps, renowned for its extensive ski area spanning 250 kilometers of slopes and its high-altitude setting at 1,860 meters. The resort offers a vibrant atmosphere with a mix of modern amenities, including a lively village, diverse dining options, and a wide range of accommodations. Signature experiences include skiing the legendary Sarenne run, one of the longest black pistes in the world, and enjoying panoramic views of the surrounding peaks. Alpe d’Huez stands out for its sunny climate, varied terrain suitable for all levels, and year-round activities.
Read the full resort guide →Frequently asked questions about Alpe d'Huez
- Where is Alpe d'Huez?
- Alpe d'Huez is a ski resort in France.
- How high is Alpe d'Huez?
- Alpe d'Huez runs from a base elevation of 1,860 m (6,102 ft) to a summit of 3,330 m (10,925 ft), giving a vertical drop of 1,470 m (4,823 ft).
- How big is Alpe d'Huez?
- Alpe d'Huez has 2,020 acres (817 hectares) of skiable terrain, 135 marked runs and 84 lifts.
- Which ski pass covers Alpe d'Huez?
- Alpe d'Huez is on the No ski pass found. Access terms such as blackout dates and day limits vary by pass tier, so check the pass operator for the current season.
- When is ski season at Alpe d'Huez?
- Alpe d'Huez typically operates from December to April. Exact opening and closing dates shift each year with snowfall — check the resort's current season dates before booking.
- How much snow does Alpe d'Huez get in a typical season?
- Alpe d'Huez averages 216 inches / 549 cm of snowfall in a typical season. Any individual season can run well above or below that.
- How will El Niño affect Alpe d'Huez in winter 2026-27?
- El Niño Signal Rank: #84 of 488 SnowSure resorts · Tier A · strong-event signal +9% vs its own 30-yr average. In the three strongest El Niño winters on record ('97-98, '15-16, '23-24), Alpe d'Huez averaged +9% versus its own 30-year snowfall baseline — one of the strongest positive El Niño signals we track. With NOAA forecasting a potentially record event for winter 2026-27, history says this is the winter to book Alpe d'Huez with confidence. Individual analog winters: '97-98 -14%, '15-16 -28%, '23-24 +71%. A lean, not a law — but the lean is firmly up.
