Out-of-school skiing in Tignes: why it's a good idea!

Of course, if you have school-age children and want to go away as a family, this option is not for you. But if you don’t have children, or if they’re not yet of school age, don’t hesitate! Choose to go skiing outside the school vacations! This option is also ideal for students and retired people, who are not dependent on school rhythms.

Tignes is open most of the year. The linked ski area of Tignes – Val d’Isère is open from late November to early May. Summer skiing is also possible on the Grande Motte glacier between June and July. So you can take full advantage of the resort’s slopes and facilities outside school vacation periods.

Regardless of when you choose to go skiing, holidays outside the school vacations offer many advantages.

1. Fewer people on the slopes

It goes without saying that going away during the school vacations means you’ll meet fewer skiers on the slopes, no matter which ones you use: green, blue, red or black. It also means you get to the lifts even more quickly. You can make the most of your day and ski for long hours on the beautiful slopes on offer.

For beginners, skiing on less-frequented slopes is a real plus for getting started and gaining confidence on the descents. You can take full advantage of the 300 km of marked runs in the Tignes – Val d’Isère ski area and, for the more experienced skiers, the 3,200 ha of off-piste terrain.

2. Attractive rates

Generally speaking, taking a ski holiday outside the school vacations means you can take advantage of attractive rates, especially when it comes to accommodation. Hotel rooms, apartment rentals and even bed & breakfasts are all very competitively priced. You can also take advantage of attractive package deals.

3. A caring staff

While the staff at Tignes ski resort bend over backwards all year round to offer holidaymakers the very best, they are even more available to you when the crowds are lower. The period outside school vacations can also be a good time to take ski lessons, either to learn the basics or to perfect your technique.

4. Satisfactory snow conditions

Just because you’re leaving outside the school vacations doesn’t mean there won’t be snow on the slopes! On the contrary! For example, the last few weeks of January, when no French zone is on vacation, generally enjoy excellent snow conditions. The period just before the spring vacations, at the beginning of April, is also ideal for skiing, especially as the sun often shines on the resort at this time of year.

5. Treat yourself to a romantic vacation

When you go skiing outside the school vacations, you’ll find far fewer people on the slopes than during the peak season, and the same will be true of all the resort’s facilities. Treat yourself to a romantic holiday on the slopes and take full advantage of all the activities on offer.