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Alpe d'Huez

Alpe d’Huez (1,860-3330m) is a sizeable, modern resort known for its sunny, extensive terrain and spectacular views across the Southern Alps. The efficient lift system whisks skiers up to the vast, high-altitude area of the Alpe d’Huez Grand Domain Ski (250km) with its wide choice of varied runs, well-suited to all levels.

Alpe d’Huez is one of the liveliest resorts in the French Alps, but is divided into separate quarters, so you can often find yourself far away from the centre (Avenue des Jeux). A good tip is to stay in the prettier, more rustic village of Vaujany, which is linked to Alpe d’Huez by chairlift. Families are particularly fond of Alpe d’Huez for its friendly, laid-back atmosphere and wide choice of accommodation – apartments, chalets, hotels and B&Bs.

The ski area is comprised of five ski resorts and two traditional mountain villages: Alpe d’Huez, Auris-en-Oisans, La Garde, Le Freney d’Oisans, Oz-en-Oisans, Vaujany and Villard-Reculas.

Elevation

Summit

10826ft
Vertical Drop

4822ft
Base

6069ft

Terrain

Beginner Runs

31%

Intermediate Runs

27%

Advanced Runs

29%

Expert Runs

13%

Runs

155 MILES

Terrain Parks

Longest Run

10 MILES

Skiable Terrain

2075 ACRE

Lifts

Total Number Of Lifts: 81
Gondolas & Trams: 15
Eight Person Lifts: 0
High Speed Sixes: 1
High Speed Quads: 5
Quad Chairs: 11
Triple Chairs: 0
Double Chairs: 6
Surface Lifts: 43

Tourist Office

38750 ALPE D'HUEZ

France

Phone: +33 (0)4 76 11 44 44

info@alpedhuez.com

Important Dates

Projected Opening Ski Season: 12/06/2012

Projected Closing Ski Season: 04/26/2013

Projected Days Open: 140

Days Open Last Year: 140

Average Snowfall: 122"

Alpe d'Huez Reviews

by Skiweekenders 12th July 2011
- Overall Rating 4
- Family Friendly 0
- All Mtn. Terrain 0
- Terrain Park 0
- Nightlife 0
Great for a short break

Pros: Great skiing and easy access from Grenoble
Cons: Expensive resort, not too family friendly
by thedinosaw 16th December 2010
- Overall Rating 5
- Family Friendly 0
- All Mtn. Terrain 5
- Terrain Park 4
- Nightlife 5
Great slopes & nightlife

Pros: The black runs at the top are epic
Cons: Maybe queues for lifts, though that's not a prohibitive problem
by underdown 29th November 2009
- Overall Rating 4
- Family Friendly 4
- All Mtn. Terrain 4
- Terrain Park 4
- Nightlife 3
good for all

Pros: plenty of runs to take you away from crowds if you so wish
Cons: can be a bit busy round main lifts
by Vilkas 7th January 2009
- Overall Rating 5
- Family Friendly 5
- All Mtn. Terrain 5
- Terrain Park 5
- Nightlife 4
Great for young and old

Pros: Fantastic for families
Cons: Can understand why teenagers think its a little tame!

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