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Two mountain bikers on the Bike Park Tignes - Val d'Isère slopes
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Family mini golf (parents and children) on the Val d'Isère green front in summer
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Tristan Shu

Vibrate all summer long Between sport and gentle idleness

Summer in Val d’Isère is punctuated by a host of events and activities. Here’s a list:

Did you know that 50% of Val d’Isère is part of the Vanoise National Park? During your walks, you’ll come across incredible flora and fauna, including bearded vultures, eagles, ibex, chamois and marmots!
The Lac de l’Ouillette, directly accessible by the Solaise gondola, offers a panorama like no other. You can either fish for trout or relax on one of the restaurant’s deckchairs, La Plage de l’Ouillette.
If you’re more into soccer, trampolining, mini-golf or swimming and massages, take a look at the sports parks at Le Centre and Le Manchet, as well as the Centre Aquasportif.
For a refreshing break after sport, take a dip in one of the outdoor pools offered by these different establishments: the Relais or the Blizzard! These swimming pools are only accessible if you have lunch at one of these two restaurants and have booked in advance.
Discover the mountains in a different way by taking one of the Bike Park Tignes – Val d’isère routes! Hurtle down our 230 km of slopes and dedicated trails, for your ultimate enjoyment! To find out more, click here.

Highlights of the summer

The Vanoise High Trail 5–6 & 12–13 July 2025

Get ready for Europe’s highest trail!

Challenge yourself and cross the most beautiful panoramas of the Haute Tarentaise and Maurienne regions by taking part in one of the 6 races of this trail, the only one of its kind in France, organized in Val d’Isère. Do you like sporting challenges and want to walk or run for a good cause? Then the Odyssea trail and solidarity walk is for you!

As for the more daring and those who want to go beyond their limits, head for the 72km High Trail Vanoise with its 4,820 meters of ascent! Every year, this friendly, human sporting event brings together mountain lovers for a weekend.

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Trail in Val d'Isère in summer
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French Trail Running Championships 🏃‍♂️ Val d’Isère, the French capital of trail running in July 2025

From 5 to 13 July 2025, Val d’Isère will host the French Trail Running Championships, bringing together the nation’s top athletes on demanding courses through the heart of the Vanoise National Park.
Organised by the Val d’Isère Sports Club, the event is part of the High Trail Vanoise (HTV), offering a unique experience for both runners and spectators.

🎉🩷 🧡 💛 🩵 The Vieux Val festival 26 & 27 July 2025

Head for the village of Val d’Isère to celebrate the traditional fête du vieux Val! Children’s fair, fireworks, garage sale, Savoyard meal, float parade… the whole village comes together to share a convivial and festive moment. Every year, the Pics à Bouic association enables the people of Val d’Isère to express their true sense of belonging to the community, and organizes this unique festival that transports us back in time.

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Fête du Vieux Val in Val d'Isère in summer
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Corentin Valençot

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Musicians at the Foire Savoyarde Avaline in Val d'Isère
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Corentin Valençot

Avaline Savoyard Fair August 2nd & 3rd, 2025

Come and enjoy this typically regional fair in a warm and festive atmosphere. The program includes over 100 exhibitors and craftspeople from all over Savoie and Piedmont, showcasing their skills and passions. The Foire Avaline also features a wide range of activities for children, concerts of all kinds, Savoyard folklore and antique dealers. During these two days, the village of Val d’Isère is transformed and transported out of time. In the past, Savoy fairs were essential to the exchange of products between Italians and Tarentais. The Foire Avaline revives this tradition and invites you to discover the renowned products of our close neighbors.

Take advantage of the opportunity to stock up on good local produce, take a break at the wine stand for a tasting and be surprised by all the stories told by the sculptors who share their passion with us. From jewelry and books to essential oils, home decor and accessories, move from stall to stall and fall for this magnificent handmade porcelain vase!