See What’s New for Tignes This Season

8th October 2025

Last modified on March 27th, 2026

Tignes is one of the most snow-sure resorts in the Alps with skiing starting at 1,550m at Les Brevieres and going up to 3,456m on the Grande Motte glacier.

It is also part of one of the largest ski areas in the Alps with more than 300kms of pistes as it links to neighbouring Val d’Isere.

It remains a firm favourite with British skies and all the major UK tour operators offer it – for some Tignes is their best seller.

It also has an excellent snow record.

Tignes, France. Image © PlanetSKI.

BEST FOR HIGH-ALTITUDE SKIING

• One of Europe’s highest resorts, stretching from 1,550 m in Tignes Les Brévières to 3,456 m at the Grande Motte glacier
• Great snow reliability and quality throughout the season – in fact, the resort already had 40 cm last weekend!
• Modern lift infrastructure including the brand-new Aiguille Percée six-seater chair lift
• Perfect for those who want the thrill of true alpine skiing in guaranteed snow conditions
• https://en.tignes.net/skiing/ski-area

BEST FOR EARLY & LATE-SEASON SKIING

• Tignes’ ski season is amongst the longest in France, 163 days from 22 November 2025 – 3 May 2026 
• Tignes is one the first to open on 22 November and is the perfect place to warm-up the ski legs and experience the first tracks of the season
• Spring skiing at its best, with the Tignes Unlimited EDM music festival closing it out in style
• And of course, Tignes-Val d’Isère ski area will have well-maintained pistes throughout the season
• https://en.tignes.net/resort-opening-dates

BEST FOR WATCHING THE PROFESSIONALS TRAIN

• Tignes is the skier’s resort – The set-up is all for skiers and snowboarders and is all about the skiers and snowboarders
• It is a regular training base for International Ski teams and Olympic athletes especially in an Olympic year
• Visitors can watch professionals fine-tuning their performance on dedicated training runs
• But… Tignes is also perfect for those taking their first turns. There are slopes and areas for all levels. You might as well come to a skier’s paradise to learn.
• https://en.tignes.net/discover/sports-resort/tignes-stade-naturel

BEST FOR FAMILIES 

• Children under 8 ski for free, making family skiing more accessible
• Kids & teens from 8 until the age of 18 can benefit from a child pass
• Family-friendly infrastructure and childcare options throughout the resort
• Recognised with the “Family Plus” label for excellence in family services
• https://en.tignes.net/skiing/ski-pass-you-need

BEST FOR ADAPTIVE & INCLUSIVE SKIING

• One of France’s most progressive resorts for adaptive skiing and accessibility
• Specialist instructors and adaptive equipment are available for guests with reduced mobility
• Accommodation and infrastructure around the resort have been adapted to ensure the mountains can be enjoyed by everyone
• Tignes is proud to be the hosting the FIS Para Alpine World Ski Championships 2027
• https://en.tignes.net/discover/tignes-an-adaptative-friendly-resort

BEST FOR OFF-THE-SLOPES ATMOSPHERE

• Off the slopes, Tignes promises atmosphere – chilled or lively après-ski, whatever the mood, there is a spot
• Dining in Tignes has it all – from quick take-aways to fine dining, from resort level to high-altitude, you take your pick
• From January’s Winter Fest, to March’s Mountain Shaker, ending in April’s Tignes
• Unlimited – Snow festivals are a vibe throughout the season
• https://en.tignes.net/events/highlights

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Tignes, France. Image c/o Tord Nilson

Season Opening

Tignes is making a memorable time of its opening weekend with tourism professionals, shopkeepers, instructors and seasonal workers joining forces to start off 163 days of skiing and snowboarding.

From 29th November 2025 the Tignes-Val d’Isère link will be open for full access to the ski area.

Day passes are priced from €58 (£50) for Tignes-only access during early and late season periods, with children under eight and seniors over 75 skiing free.

Day passes covering Tignes-Val d’Isère start at €64 (£55) during the low season and €75 (£65) from 13th December – 24th April.

See more here.

Tignes/Val d’Isere Piste Map.

Tignes, France. Image © PlanetSKI

New Infrastructure

The Six-Seater Aiguille Percée Chairlift will start operations

The resort’s most significant infrastructure development is the installation of a new six-seater chairlift at L’Aiguille Percée.

The state-of-the-art lift, travelling at six metres per second with an hourly capacity of 2,800 skiers, provides fast access to the legendary Aiguille Percée area – recently featured in a viral video by freerider Candide Thovex.

 

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The new chairlift completes the transformation of the ski lift network in the Tignes le Lac and Tignes les Brévières sectors, following last year’s replacement of the Marais chairlift.

New activities

Adventure Park Winter Version:

The popular summer adventure park in Val Claret now offers a winter version with 10-metre-high wooden structures, suspended net circuits and zip lines up to 150 metres long.

Prices start at €10 (£8.70) .

Electric E-Buggy Circuit:

A unique driving experience on snow near the Adventure Park, allowing visitors to test their skills on slippery terrain.

Minimum age of 14 and prices start at €35 (£30) for an 8-minute session.

New Initiatives

MyTignes Wintercard:

A new multi-activity pass offering seven consecutive days of non-skiing activities, from adventure park access to wellness facilities.

Adult passes are €45 (£39) and for those under 18 the card is €25 (£22) – kids under 8 are free.

Female-Only Ski Lessons:

Oxygène Ski & Snowboard School introduces new women-only group lessons taught to female skiers and boarders by female instructors, regardless of the level of skiing.

New Brasserie by the Bouvier family

The Bouvier family, headed by Michelin-starred chef Clément Bouvier, opens Drôle d’Endroit, a new 250m² brasserie in Tignes le Lac.

The venue, featuring industrial décor with 4.2-metre-high ceilings, offers affordable dining from breakfast to dinner with a ski-in/ski-out terrace overlooking the lake.

Tignes, France. Image © PlanetSKI

Returning world class events

Snowboarding is the star at Winter Fest: 11 – 13 January 2026

The Winter Fest puts snow sports culture centre stage with pop-up art galleries, snowboarding film previews, competitions, and skateboarding demonstrations at Tignespace skatepark.

Highlights include an exhibition of historic snowboards spanning the 1970s to present day, evenings feature Ed Banger DJs, and a mountain photography masterclass with three renowned photographers and four riders.

Running alongside, the Winter Pro test offers mountain professionals exclusive access to test the latest models from major brands including Nitro, Burton, Salomon, DC, Rossignol, Jones and Yes.

All Winter Fest events are free and open to the public.

FIS Para Alpine Skiing World Cup: 2 – 6 February 2026

The resort will stage a leg on the Para Alpine Skiing World Cup at the upgraded Lognan stadium, serving as final preparation for the Milano-Cortina Olympics and a crucial test run ahead of the Para Alpine Skiing World Championships scheduled for Tignes in March 2027.

Mountain Shaker: 15 – 20 March 2026

Tignes flagship freestyle event, Mountain Shaker, marks its fifth anniversary with an expanded six-day programme featuring Big Air and Slopestyle World Cup competitions alongside skateboarding and rollerblading contests.

The event has attracted world-class athletes including X-Games champion Tess Ledeux, who considers Tignes “like home.”

The French Alpine Ski Championships: 30 March – 8 April 2026

Tignes will welcome 250 of France’s best athletes competing across five alpine disciplines, featuring local heroes Flavio Vitale and Laura Gauché on home snow, proving it as an ideal training ground for athletes in an Olympic year.

Tignes, France. Image c/o Marcia Nash.

Key dates:

22 November 2025: Season opening.
22 – 28 November 2025: €39 (£34) day lift passes on offer.
29 November 2025: Tignes – Val d’Isere Ski area opens for the season.
11 – 13 January 2026: Winter Fest.
24 January 2026: Team Relay Races on the frozen lake – 5km, 10km, 21km.
15 – 20 March 2026: 5th edition of Mountain shaker.
21 – 28 March 2026: European Snowpride.
30 March – 8 April 2026: French Alpine Ski Championships.
18 April – 3 May 2026: Spring Break.
3 May 2026: Season end.

For more on Tignes, see here.

About Tignes

Tignes is a leading high-altitude resort in the heart of the French Alps and is one of the largest ski areas in the world.

Tignes’ nature and mountains provide the backbone for showcasing the quality of its landscapes and infrastructure, whilst preserving it for generations to come.

Beyond the many practices and experiences offered, Tignes is a driving force of creativity and innovation.

It has made its landscapes and urban heritage a strength by integrating urban practices and a culture conducive to providing visitors with unique and memorable stays in the mountains.

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