The best ski slopes in Val d'Isère: The ultimate guide to the Tignes-Val d'Isère ski area

Val d'Isère is not just a ski resort, it's an alpine legend. Together with its neighbor Tignes, it forms the Tignes-Val d'Isère area, a playground with 300 km of slopes renowned for its exceptional snow cover and dizzying vertical drop. From the legendary Face de Bellevarde to the forests of La Daille, discover our selection of 10 must-try slopes to hit during your stay at the Victoria Lodge.

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1. La Face de Bellevarde: The Olympic Challenge (Expert)

It is THE most famous black run in France, having made history during the 1992 Albertville Olympic Games.

• The experience: A "wall" with a vertical drop of nearly 1,000 meters that literally plunges down onto the village. Steep and often icy, it requires nerves of steel.
• The highlight: The thrill and the bird's-eye view of the old village church throughout the descent. Reserved for very good skiers.

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2. OK (Orange Killy): The champions' slope in La Daille (Confirmed)

Located in the La Daille sector, this red run is the venue for the Critérium de la Première Neige (World Cup).

• The experience: A technical, fast, and very playful course that follows the natural contours of the terrain.
• The highlight: A long, fast-paced descent that ends at the foot of the La Daille funicular. Ideal for those who love speed.

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3. Diebold: Carving in the sun (Intermediate)

For those who love to carve turns on wide, perfectly groomed snow.

• The experience: A magnificent blue run located in the sunny Solaise sector. As wide as a highway, it is perfect for carving.
• The highlight: Its southeast exposure guarantees optimal sunlight from early morning.

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4. Germain Mattis: The Charm of the Forest (Intermediate)

A magnificent alternative for descending back down to La Daille sheltered by pine trees.

• The experience: A long, winding red trail that snakes through a larch forest.
• The highlight: The hushed and wild atmosphere, perfect in poor visibility (whiteout conditions) because the trees protect the terrain.

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5. Charvet's Shoulder: The Wild "Naturide" (Expert)

For lovers of powder snow and mogul skiing in the high mountains.

• The experience: A marked but ungroomed black run in the Solaise sector.
• The highlight: The feeling of skiing completely off-piste in a safe environment. A must after a snowfall.

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6. Verte de la Daille: The panoramic walk (Beginner/Family)

Proof that Val d'Isère is accessible to all levels.

• The experience: A very long green run that descends from the summit of Bellevarde to La Daille.
• The highlight: It allows beginners to traverse a large part of the resort while enjoying spectacular views without any technical difficulty.

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7. Santons: The strategic return to the village (Intermediate)

A fun blue run that takes skiers right back to the heart of the resort.

• The experience: It starts on Solaise and descends towards the Front de Neige via a spectacular steep passage.
• The highlight: This is the most direct route to return to Victoria Lodge at the end of the day.

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8. Triffides: High-altitude skiing (Confirmed)

Located in the Fornet sector, this red run offers glacier-quality snow.

• The experience: A descent on the Pissaillas glacier at over 3,000 m. The snow there is cold and light, even in April.
• The highlight: The high-mountain atmosphere and the view of the Vanoise peaks.

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9. Raye: Technique on Solaise (Confirmed)

A little-known red trail that offers a consistent and dynamic slope.

• The experience: Located below the Datcha chairlift, it is ideal for linking together sporty turns away from the crowds.
• The highlight: Its snow is often very well preserved thanks to its exposure.

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10. Mangard: Return to Le Fornet (Intermediate)

A bucolic blue trail to discover the most authentic hamlet in Val d'Isère.

• The experience: She descends from Signal to the village of Fornet, through picture-perfect landscapes.
• The highlight: Arriving in a village built of stone and wood, perfect for an "old-fashioned mountain" atmosphere.

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FAQ: Your questions about skiing in Val d'Isère

Where can you enjoy the most beautiful view of the estate?

Headto the summit of Bellevarde (2,827 m). From there, you can enjoy a 360° view of Mont Blanc, La Grande Motte, and the village of Val d'Isère.

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How do I get to La Daille from the center?

Theeasiest wayis to take the free "Train Rouge" shuttle bus, which runs every 5 minutes, or to descend via the Verte de la Daille trail from the top of Bellevarde.

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Is the Face de Bellevarde really only for experts?

Yes. Its slope and exposure often make it icy. For less experienced skiers, choose the blue and red runs at Solaise to descend back to the village.

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After a great day of skiing, relax at Victoria Lodge

After tackling the challenge of the Face de Bellevarde or exploring the forests of La Daille, the Victoria Lodge awaits Victoria Lodge . Enjoy our cozy spa to relax your muscles or savor a cocktail by the fireplace in our lounge bar.

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