If you’re planning on doing some walking or hiking this summer you can take advantage of the free lifts for pedestrians in Val d’Isère. Both Solaise chairlift and the Olympique gondola are open from 4th July until 30th August.  All you need to do is visit the lift pass office to get your free pass and you’ll have easy access to panoramic footpaths with stunning high-mountain landscapes for everyone to enjoy.

Mix your hikes up by starting at the top, or avoid challenging descents, and make the most of unforgettable walks in the heart of Alpine landscapes.

With a huge variety of walks in the area, there’s something for every level of hiker! You can get a pedestrian route map from the tourist office, or download their app. If you are looking for something more challenging, Val d’Isère’s mountain leaders offer guided walks throughout the summer season

⬥ Solaise gondola

9:45am – 4:45pm (last ascent at 4:30pm and last descent at 4:45pm)

⬥ Olympic cable car (last descent at 4:40pm)

9:45am – 4:40pm

⬥ Borsat

Monday to Friday

10.15 am to 4.25 pm

Saturday and Sunday

10.15am to 12.30pm and 1pm to 4.25pm

Le Lac de L’Ouillette is a great family destination for a day out in the sunshine. This Alpine lake is in a beautiful setting above the village at 2500m, perfect for a family picnic or a lazy lunch on the restaurant terrace, drinking in the spectacular mountain views, and there’s also a children’s play area.

There’s a choice of ways to reach it: take the Solaise gondola, followed by a short downhill walk; drive or cycle 13km uphill along the road towards the Col de l’Iseran; alternatively hike a 13km trail, climbing 662 vertical metres – it takes about two-and-a-half hours.