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13th January 2024
Classicaval Opus 1 – 16th to 18th January – 30th Anniversary!
Next week sees the first part of the annual celebration of classical music in Val d’Isere, and this year is the 30th anniversary ! Over three days Anne-Lise Gastaldi, the artistic director, and her guests will delight music lovers with three prestigious concerts in the baroque atmosphere of Saint Bernard de Menthon church…. Read more »
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3rd January 2024
Dynastar night skiing slalom competition !
Have you ever wanted to have a go at a slalom ? Well now’s your chance! This race is open to all holidaymakers who want to discover the joys of competitive downhill skiing on a parallel slalom course. There are three categories: Men, women and children. – Limited places: 32 places for men and… Read more »
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18th December 2023
Weekly activities in Val d’Isere this winter
There’s more to Val d’Isere than skiing! Here’s some of the regular activities available in the village during winter to keep you entertained during your holiday.. Monday is market day! The weekly market in Val d’Isere runs all day from 8am. Located in the heart of the village, you can find local and fresh… Read more »
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22nd November 2023
Christmas is always magical in Val d’Isere!
Christmas is a magical time of year, even more so when you’re in the mountains ! Val d’Isere always puts on a great show for the festive season, celebrating the colours of Christmas and the magic of the end of the year. Between 23rd and 29th December there are a variety of activities and entertainments in… Read more »
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14th November 2023
Criterium de la Premiere Neige ski competition 9/10 and 16/17 December
The Criterium de la Premiere Neige is an unmissable event in the Alpine Ski World Cup. It started in Val d’Isere in1955, and brings together the best skiers from all over the world at the start of the winter season. The men’s events take place on December 9th and 10th and the women’s events… Read more »
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8th November 2023
TDC Early Season Ski Clinics
TDC’s Early Season Ski Clinics are a great way to get yourself up and running for the season. Val d’Isere and Tignes are renowned for exceptional early season snow conditions. This is the ideal chance for keen skiers of all levels to ski at low season and get the best tuition, in a fun… Read more »
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25th October 2023
La Plage de L’Ouillette restaurant opens its new terrace this winter
The mountain restaurant La Plage de L’Ouillette is located in the Solaise area at the base of the Madeleine slope at an altitude of 2512 meters, and overlooks the Lac Ouillette. Providing a relaxed and warm family atmosphere, a smiling and attentive team, and a breath-taking panoramic view, it’s long been a must-stop for… Read more »
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17th October 2023
A brief history of skiing in Val d’Isere
Val d’Isère has a special atmosphere that charms you from the moment you arrive, walking around the old town every building and every narrow street is shrouded in history. There has been habitation in Val d’Isere since before Roman times, but after many years of being semi-derelict the first real landmark of the town, the… Read more »
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11th October 2023
Premiere Traces – opening weekend 2nd & 3rd December
Val d’Isere opens its doors for the new winter season the weekend of 2nd and 3rd December, and we’ve got our fingers crossed for some great snow to get things off to a good start ! During this festive opening weekend the village will welcome in the new season with musical entertainment, tombola, mulled… Read more »
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23rd August 2023
Tour de l’Avenir final stage 27th August 2023
Since 1961, the Tour de l’Avenir has revealed the future stars of international cycling by pitting the best under-23 riders against each other in a shortened Tour de France. This Sunday 27th August the last stage of the Tour de l’Avenir will pass through Val d’Isere on the way down from the tough… Read more »
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