Resort Guide: Les 2 Alpes
Resort Statistics
🌲 Resort height: 1650m
🏔️ Highest point: 3600m
🗺️ Total ski area: 220km
❄️ Season Dates: December-April
☀️Glacier Skiing April 29th- July 7th!
🚡 Lifts: 40
🎿 Snow Parks: 1
🟢 Green runs: 13
🔵 Blue runs: 45
🔴 Red runs: 15
⚫️ Black runs: 9
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About:
Situated just 68km from Grenoble airport, Les 2 Alpes (formerly Les Deux Alpes) is renowned as one of the most diverse and exciting ski resorts in the northern Alps. With an impressive 2,300m vertical drop and a top lift reaching 3,600m, it also offers summer skiing on the glacier.
✅ Best For:
Skiers who want to tackle some terrific terrain and then leap straight into the amazing apres scene that Les 2 Alpes has to offer.
✈️ Getting to La Plagne
Car:
- From Geneva (approx. 150km, 2 hours): Enjoy a scenic drive through winding mountain roads and charming alpine villages, taking around two hours to reach Les 2 Alpes.
- From Lyon (approx. 200km, 2½ hours): Traverse the Rhône-Alpes region on a 2½-hour drive to Les 2 Alpes, passing through mountain passes and valleys.
- From Grenoble (approx. 180km, 2¾ hours): Immerse yourself in the beauty of the French Alps on a 2¾-hour drive from Grenoble to Les 2 Alpes, enjoying breathtaking mountain panoramas.
Shuttle or Transfer:
- Flying into Geneva, Lyon, or Grenoble airports and then taking a shuttle or private transfer to Les 2 Alpes is a convenient option.
- The transfer time from Geneva, Lyon, or Grenoble airports to Les 2 Alpes by shuttle or private transfer typically ranges from 2 to 3 hours, depending on traffic and weather conditions.
Public Transport:
- Take a train to Grenoble, which takes around 3 hours from Paris, and then continue to Les 2 Alpes by bus or taxi.
- The bus ride from Grenoble to Les 2 Alpes takes approximately 2½ to 3 hours, depending on road conditions and traffic.
Rental Car:
- Renting a car from Geneva, Lyon, or Grenoble airports allows you to reach Les 2 Alpes in approximately 2 to 3 hours, depending on the starting point and road conditions.
Ski and Snowboard Resort Guide:
Photo: Proski2alpes
For the vast majority of us on a winter holiday, skiing is the cornerstone of the whole holiday. For those learning to ski for the first time, either as kids or adults, having the right instructor is absolutely crucial.
The right instructor can make the difference between igniting a lifelong love affair with the mountains and never wanting to do it again! Mastering the basics and getting to a level where you are able to ski around the mountain is a truly magical journey.
Les 2 Alpes for Beginners:
Photo: European Ski & Snowboard School
The nursery area runs from one side of the village to the other on a continuous slope serviced by numerous buttons. Ski schools meet all along here in the mornings and afternoons, and it really is the perfect place to learn. Then, when you’ve got the plough mastered, head up on either chair and jump on the Damoiselle to practice what you learned below.
Les 2 Alpes for Intermediates:
Photo: Alexandra C
Intermediates will be spoilt for choice! With long rolling blues and wide reds to whisk them all the way down to the valley floor. The entire mountain — all 2,300m of vertical — can be done on blues and easy reds, so be sure to head up high and check out what’s on offer.
Les 2 Alpes for Experts:
Photo: Proski2alpes
The slopes at Les 2 Alpes offer exhilarating challenges with very steep terrain. Thrill-seekers will feel right at home here, as there are opportunities to find excitement off the sides of most red runs. The resort features both marked and unmarked black runs, rewarding those who are willing to explore all that this amazing ski area has to offer.
Top tips from Les 2 Alpes’ Best Ski and Snowboard Instructors:
- Early Bird Gets the Slopes: Start your day early to beat the queues at the Oeufs Blancs (‘egg’ gondola) and Jandri Express. Mornings are ideal for skiing with settled weather and fewer crowds.
- Navigate Efficiently: If you’re staying at the top end of the resort, use the Diable chair to access higher runs like Super Diable and Acces Toura 2600 for a direct route to the top of the mountain.
- Explore Quiet Alternatives: Escape the crowds by skiing on the Vallee Blanche side. Take the Vallee Blanche chair to access quieter runs like Super Venosc and Vallee Blanche, offering a mix of blue, red, and black runs.
- Optimize Your Routes: For beginners, utilize the nursery slopes accessed by buttons and pomas near the resort. Intermediate skiers should prioritize the Jandri runs, including the scenic Jandri 5, Glacier 1, and Thuit 1 for a variety of challenges and stunning views.
- Challenge Yourself: Experienced skiers can tackle the thrilling black and red runs like Signal 3, Pierre Grosse 2, and Thuit 5. For the daring, consider Bellecombes 6 from the top of the Super Diable.
- Discover the Snowpark: Don’t miss the renowned Les 2 Alpes snowpark! Head up the Toura from Jandri Express for some exciting park features and freestyle opportunities.
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And there you have it! SkiBro‘s Ultimate Resort Guide: Les 2 Alpes For ski passes, ski maps and resort updates, head here.
