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🇫🇷

Alps, France

Alpe d'Huez Ski Resort

ClosedOpens Early December

Season dates, 135 trails, lift pass pricing, and monthly snow conditions

Budget Friendly

10,826ft

Peak Elevation

5,413ft

Vertical Drop

135

Trails

210"

Annual Snow

Overview

Alpe d'Huez is a ski resort in Alps, France, with an elevation range from 5,413ft (1650m) to 10,826ft (3300m). The vertical drop is 5,413ft (1650m) across 135 trails served by 71 lifts and 2,430 skiable acres. The nearest airport is Grenoble-Isere (GNB), about 80 minutes away by car. Alpe d'Huez receives an average of 210 inches of snowfall annually.

Season Overview

Season Timeline

Early December to Late April

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
Opens: Early DecemberCloses: Late April
Peak Open Early Late Closed

Snow Conditions

65cm(26in)Heavy

Average snowfall in February, Alpe d'Huez's snowiest peak-season month.

210"

Annual Snowfall

(533cm)

-1°C

February Avg High

-8°C

February Avg Low

Snowmaking covers 30% of the terrain, supplementing natural snowfall.

Monthly Snowfall

Monthly Snowfall

210"

annual avg

60
Jan
65
Feb
50
Mar
20
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
3
Oct
15
Nov
50
Dec
Peak Open Early Latecm/month

Terrain & Trails

135

Total Trails

71

Lifts

2,430

Skiable Acres

5,413ft

Vertical Drop

Trail Difficulty Breakdown

17%
Beginner: 23 trails
39%
Intermediate: 53 trails
33%
Advanced: 45 trails
Expert: 15 trails
17%Beginner (23)
39%Intermediate (53)
33%Advanced (45)
11%Expert (15)

Alpe d'Huez has 135 trails: 17% green, 39% blue, 33% black, and 11% double-black.

Lift System & Elevation

71

Total Lifts

5,413ft

Vertical Drop

1,650m

(5,413ft)

Elevation Profile

10,826ft

Peak

5,413ft

Base

Price Trends

Price Trends

Day pass pricing across the season

$60

avg/day

$62
Jan
$65
Feb
$58
Mar
$52
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
$62
Dec
Peak Shoulder Off-PeakBest value: April ($52)

Best Month to Visit Alpe d'Huez

Top Pick

January

Solid snowLow crowdsGreat valuePeak conditions
81
score
60cm
Low
$62/day

January offers the best overall balance of snowfall, crowd levels, and pricing at Alpe d'Huez, based on this guide's month-by-month scoring. Snowfall this month averages 60cm. Crowd levels are low.

Runner-Up

February

65cm snow, moderate crowds, $65/day.

Best Value

April

$52/day, 20cm snow, low crowds.

Monthly Conditions

Monthly Conditions

Best Month

January

Peak Season

60cm

snowfall

-3°/-10°

high/low °C

crowds

$62

day pass

February

Peak Season

65cm

snowfall

-1°/-8°

high/low °C

crowds

$65

day pass

March

Open

50cm

snowfall

3°/-4°

high/low °C

crowds

$58

day pass

April

Late Season

20cm

snowfall

8°/1°

high/low °C

crowds

$52

day pass

December

Open

50cm

snowfall

-2°/-9°

high/low °C

crowds

$62

day pass

Monthly conditions are based on historical averages. Actual conditions vary year to year. Click on any month for detailed conditions, crowd levels, and packing tips for Alpe d'Huez.

Lift Passes & Pricing

Adult Day Pass

$58

per day

Season Pass

$900

full season

Day pass pricing varies by date and ticket type; check the resort's official site for current rates. Alpe d'Huez is not included on any multi-resort pass in this dataset.

Getting to Alpe d'Huez

Nearest Airport

Grenoble-Isere (GNB)

Approx. 80 min drive

Location

Alps, France 🇫🇷

45.0906°N, 6.0684°E

The drive from Grenoble-Isere to Alpe d'Huez takes about 1 hour and 20 minutes.

Frequently Asked Questions

When does Alpe d'Huez open for the season?
Alpe d'Huez typically opens in Early December and closes in Late April. Exact dates vary year to year, so check the resort's official site before booking travel.
How much is a day lift pass at Alpe d'Huez?
A day lift pass at Alpe d'Huez starts at $58 per day. Prices vary by date and ticket type, so check the resort's official site for current rates.
Is Alpe d'Huez good for beginners?
Alpe d'Huez has 17% beginner-rated (green) terrain. Intermediate and advanced skiers will find more terrain to explore here.
How much snow does Alpe d'Huez get per year?
Alpe d'Huez receives an average of 210 inches of snowfall per year. Snowmaking covers 30% of the terrain, supplementing natural snowfall.
What is the best month to ski at Alpe d'Huez?
January is the highest-scoring month to ski at Alpe d'Huez in this guide's month-by-month ranking of snowfall, crowd levels, and lift pass pricing. It averages 60cm of snowfall and low crowd levels.

Quick Stats

Elevation Range
5,413 - 10,826ft
Vertical Drop
5,413ft (1650m)
Trails
135
Lifts
71
Skiable Acres
2,430
Annual Snowfall
210" (533cm)
Season
Early December - Late April
Day Pass
$58
Nearest Airport
GNB (80min)

Monthly Guides

JanFebMarAprDec

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