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Val d'Isère Resort Guide
Closed for the season
Best months to book: March, January, April · last season + 30-yr record
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Closed for the season — closed May 3
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Resort Guide
Val d'Isère is a renowned ski resort located in the French Alps, forming part of the expansive Val d’Isère–Tignes ski area with over 300 kilometers of slopes. The resort features a traditional alpine village atmosphere, modern lift infrastructure, and varied terrain suitable for all levels, from gentle beginner slopes to challenging off-piste routes. Signature experiences include high-altitude skiing, vibrant après-ski, and access to world-class amenities such as wellness centers, gourmet dining, and family-friendly services. Val d’Isère stands out for its reliable snow conditions, historic charm, and reputation as a host of major international ski events.
Gallery
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Terrain & lifts
Resort-reported stats for Val d'Isère
Lifts
42
Skiable area
2471 ac
Longest run
10 km / 6.2 mi
Runs by difficulty(156 total)
Beginner
86
55% of terrain
Intermediate
39
25% of terrain
Advanced
31
20% of terrain
Run counts estimated from resort-reported totals and terrain mix.
Lift fleet
- Gondola10
- Aerial tram2
- High-speed 619
- High-speed quad9
- Quad chair8
- Triple chair3
- Surface lift23
- Funicular2
Resort Info
Season dates
Future dates are operator estimates and may change.
Ski passes
No ski pass found
Access tiers change by season — confirm benefits on the pass operator's site.
Top Après Ski
La Folie Douce – A legendary après-ski destination perched on the slopes, renowned for its high-energy open-air parties, live music, DJ performances, and a festive atmosphere that draws skiers and non-skiers alike for unforgettable afternoons in Val d'Isère.
Season vs Historic
Updated Tue, Sep 22, 04:00 PM UTC
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This Season to Date
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vs 5-Year Avg
Off-season · 482cm full-season avg
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vs 30-Year Avg
Off-season · 489cm full-season avg
482cm
5-Yr Avg by Now
The last completed season totaled ~376 cm. That's 22% below the 5-year average (482 cm). Versus the 30-year baseline: 23% below the 30-year average (489 cm).
Val d'Isère Season Snowfall
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Val d'Isère Snow History
Average annual snowfall is 626cm with an average of 141 snowfall days per season. The recent decade runs 14% above this average (714cm over the last ten tracked seasons). The table below shows monthly averages across 30 seasons of archive data (modeled snowpack at mid-elevation).
| Month | Avg Snowfall | Snowfall Days | Avg Base Depth | Max Base Depth | Biggest Snowfall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| November | 97cm | 18 days | 47cm | 85cm | 22cm |
| December | 99cm | 19 days | 106cm | 140cm | 22cm |
| January | 90cm | 17 days | 147cm | 177cm | 19cm |
| February | 69cm | 16 days | 171cm | 197cm | 15cm |
| March | 79cm | 18 days | 184cm | 208cm | 17cm |
| April | 73cm | 18 days | 178cm | 206cm | 16cm |
| May | 56cm | 15 days | 128cm | 178cm | 15cm |
Source: SnowSure archive · Open-Meteo ERA5 reanalysis at mid-elevation. Depth is modeled, not resort-reported.
SnowSure Score by Month
Season 2025-26
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No full season on record
70 days scored, from 22 Feb
54
Best Day
15 Mar
1
Excellent+ Days
Scored 50 or above
2
Powder Days
6cm+ fresh snow
Highest-scoring days
February 2026
- 4022 Feb
- 3723 Feb
- 2924 Feb
March 2026
- 5415 Mar24cm
- 4916 Mar4cm
- 4527 Mar1cm
April 2026
- 421 Apr1cm
- 3814 Apr5cm
- 372 Apr
May 2026
- 281 May
- 233 May
- 222 May
March scored highest for Val d'Isère in 2025-26. Based on 70 days the resort was verified open. One season of scores describes what happened, not what to expect.
Season at a Glance
Next season(2026-27)
Opens Nov 28, 2026
Multi-season averages will appear once SnowSure has tracked more than one full season.
Best Months to Visit
February
Peak Season
January
Peak Season
March
Good
December
Good
Note: Based on typical ski season patterns for this region.
Frequently asked questions about Val d'Isère
- Where is Val d'Isère?
- Val d'Isère is a ski resort in France.
- How high is Val d'Isère?
- Val d'Isère runs from a base elevation of 1,550 m (5,085 ft) to a summit of 3,180 m (10,433 ft), giving a vertical drop of 1,630 m (5,348 ft).
- How big is Val d'Isère?
- Val d'Isère has 2,471 acres (1,000 hectares) of skiable terrain, 156 marked runs and 42 lifts.
- Which ski pass covers Val d'Isère?
- Val d'Isère 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 Val d'Isère?
- Val d'Isère typically operates from November to May. Exact opening and closing dates shift each year with snowfall — check the resort's current season dates before booking.
- How much snow does Val d'Isère get in a typical season?
- Val d'Isère averages 225 inches / 571 cm of snowfall in a typical season. Any individual season can run well above or below that.
