Alps, France

Val d'Isere Ski Resort

ClosedOpens Late November

Season dates, 154 trails, lift pass pricing, and monthly snow conditions

Expert Terrain

Budget Friendly

11,338ft

Peak Elevation

5,269ft

Vertical Drop

154

Trails

240"

Annual Snow

Overview

Val d'Isere is a ski resort in Alps, France, with an elevation range from 6,069ft (1850m) to 11,338ft (3456m). The vertical drop is 5,269ft (1606m) across 154 trails served by 42 lifts and 3,600 skiable acres. The nearest airport is Chambery Airport (CMF), about 140 minutes away by car. Val d'Isere receives an average of 240 inches of snowfall annually.

Season Overview

Season Timeline

Late November to Early May

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec

Opens: Late NovemberCloses: Early May

Peak Open Early Late Closed

Snow Conditions

110cm(43in)Heavy

Average snowfall in February, Val d'Isere's snowiest peak-season month.

240"

Annual Snowfall

(610cm)

-2°C

February Avg High

-9°C

February Avg Low

Snowmaking covers 35% of the terrain, supplementing natural snowfall.

Monthly Snowfall

240"

annual avg

Jan

110

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Peak Open Early Latecm/month

Terrain & Trails

154

Total Trails

Lifts

3,600

Skiable Acres

5,269ft

Vertical Drop

Trail Difficulty Breakdown

15%

Beginner: 23 trails

36%

Intermediate: 55 trails

30%

Advanced: 46 trails

19%

Expert: 29 trails

15%Beginner (23)

36%Intermediate (55)

30%Advanced (46)

19%Expert (29)

Val d'Isere has 154 trails: 15% green, 36% blue, 30% black, and 19% double-black.

Lift System & Elevation

Total Lifts

5,269ft

Vertical Drop

1,606m

(5,269ft)

Elevation Profile

11,338ft

Peak

6,069ft

Base

Price Trends

Day pass pricing across the season

$65

avg/day

$72

Jan

$75

Feb

$65

Mar

$58

Apr

$52

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

$58

Nov

$75

Dec

Peak Shoulder Off-PeakBest value: May ($52)

Best Month to Visit Val d'Isere

Top Pick

January

Deep snowfallGreat valuePeak conditions

score

95cm

Moderate

$72/day

January offers the best overall balance of snowfall, crowd levels, and pricing at Val d'Isere, based on this guide's month-by-month scoring. Snowfall this month averages 95cm. Crowd levels are moderate.

Open

80cm

snowfall

-3°/-10°

high/low °C

crowds

$75

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 Val d'Isere.

Lift Passes & Pricing

Adult Day Pass

$65

per day

Season Pass

$1,080

full season

Multi-Resort Pass Inclusion:

Espace Killy

Day pass pricing varies by date and ticket type; check the resort's official site for current rates. Val d'Isere is included on the Espace Killy pass.

Getting to Val d'Isere

Nearest Airport

Chambery Airport (CMF)

Approx. 140 min drive

Location

Alps, France 🇫🇷

45.4487°N, 6.9806°E

The drive from Chambery Airport to Val d'Isere takes about 2 hours and 20 minutes.

Frequently Asked Questions

When does Val d'Isere open for the season?

Val d'Isere typically opens in Late November and closes in Early May. Exact dates vary year to year, so check the resort's official site before booking travel.

How much is a day lift pass at Val d'Isere?

A day lift pass at Val d'Isere starts at $65 per day. Prices vary by date and ticket type, so check the resort's official site for current rates.

Is Val d'Isere good for beginners?

Val d'Isere has 15% beginner-rated (green) terrain. Intermediate and advanced skiers will find more terrain to explore here.

How much snow does Val d'Isere get per year?

Val d'Isere receives an average of 240 inches of snowfall per year. Snowmaking covers 35% of the terrain, supplementing natural snowfall.

What is the best month to ski at Val d'Isere?

January is the highest-scoring month to ski at Val d'Isere in this guide's month-by-month ranking of snowfall, crowd levels, and lift pass pricing. It averages 95cm of snowfall and moderate crowd levels.

Overview

Terrain & Trails

154

Total Trails

Lifts

3,600

Skiable Acres

5,269ft

Vertical Drop

Trail Difficulty Breakdown

15%

Beginner: 23 trails

36%

Intermediate: 55 trails

30%

Advanced: 46 trails

19%

Expert: 29 trails

15%Beginner (23)

36%Intermediate (55)

30%Advanced (46)

19%Expert (29)

Val d'Isere has 154 trails: 15% green, 36% blue, 30% black, and 19% double-black.

Frequently Asked Questions

When does Val d'Isere open for the season?

Val d'Isere typically opens in Late November and closes in Early May. Exact dates vary year to year, so check the resort's official site before booking travel.

How much is a day lift pass at Val d'Isere?

A day lift pass at Val d'Isere starts at $65 per day. Prices vary by date and ticket type, so check the resort's official site for current rates.

Is Val d'Isere good for beginners?

Val d'Isere has 15% beginner-rated (green) terrain. Intermediate and advanced skiers will find more terrain to explore here.

How much snow does Val d'Isere get per year?

Val d'Isere receives an average of 240 inches of snowfall per year. Snowmaking covers 35% of the terrain, supplementing natural snowfall.

What is the best month to ski at Val d'Isere?