Mountain hiking in Tignes

Hiking in the Alps is good for body and soul. Whether on your own or supervised by professionals, in Tignes you’ll be delighted to discover a wide range of hiking routes to suit all levels and fitness levels.

Once you’ve chosen your route, put on the right shoes and equipped yourself with the right gear, you’re ready for a great hike in the Alps. And what a hike it is! Here, the breathtaking Vanoise massif; there, the Balmes glacier; in the distance, the clear expanses of our mountain lakes…

In Tignes, you can enjoy an exceptional setting in the heart of the Vanoise National Park. Your hike in the heart of the Alps and the Vanoise will be punctuated by surprises and wonderful discoveries in the midst of unspoilt nature, where wild flora and fauna evolve in complete tranquillity.

Nestling in the heart of the Alps, between high-altitude lakes, snow-capped peaks and mountain pastures, Tignes offers a vast network of marked trails suitable for all levels.

Bringing the whole family? Take advantage of the accessible itineraries with no major changes in altitude, so that the whole family can enjoy the fresh mountain air without getting into trouble.

Looking for a more challenging route? Are you a bit of a climber? There are plenty of trails to take you to the summits, where you’ll be treated to breathtaking views of the Vanoise.

Whatever you’re looking for – a discovery walk, a family outing or a sporty hike – taking to the trails of Tignes is the guarantee of an immersive and revitalising hiking experience, with spectacular scenery and wild flora and fauna.

Use the ski lifts

Would you like to discover the peaks on foot without getting too tired? In summer, take advantage of Tignes’ 4 pedestrian-accessible* ski lifts to get to the start of high-altitude hikes. There are lift passes specially designed for pedestrians.

*Before taking full advantage of these lifts, make sure you get all the information you need, especially about access conditions.

As a commune with a direct link to this exceptional area, Tignes is an ideal base from which to explore this natural jewel in the French Alps.

With its status as a National Park, it is everyone’s responsibility to continue to protect this environment by scrupulously respecting the rules that have been put in place, in particular:

• Dogs are forbidden to enter the Park (even on a lead)
• Collecting plants and minerals is forbidden
• Take all your rubbish with you: don’t leave any trace of your passage
• Lighting fires is forbidden
• Feeding animals is forbidden
• Bivouacs are strictly regulated. Camping is prohibited
• Flying a drone is prohibited
• Entering the Park with a motorised vehicle is prohibited
• Entering the Park with a bicycle is prohibited
• Hunting is prohibited

All the regulations relating to your stay in the Vanoise National Park can be found on the Park’s official website.

Further information

• More info: vanoise-parcnational.fr
• Hike for several days and plan your itinerary
• Discover the Esprit Parc National label