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©Grand Ski Tristan Shu 21.01 20|Val d'Isère Tourisme

Val d'Isère opening date Winter season 2025-2026

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Discover the official opening dates of the 2025-2026 winter season! Whether you’re an avid downhill skier, a snowboarder or you just love snow-covered landscapes, get ready to enjoy exceptional conditions on our slopes from late November to early May.

It’s a date! 29th November 2025 to 3rd May 2026

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Ski resort opening weekend First Tracks Saturday 29th and Sunday 30th November 2025

Equipment testing Skis & snowboards

For Val d’Isère’s opening weekend, come and try the latest equipment from the biggest ski and snowboard brands, in the test village at the foot of the slopes.

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©Grand Ski Tristan Shu 21.01 42|Tristan Shu
The brand village during the winter Premières Traces weekend in Val d'IsèreThe brand village during the winter Premières Traces weekend in Val d'Isère
©The brand village during the winter Premières Traces weekend in Val d'Isère|Yann ALLEGRE
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©Grand Ski Tristan Shu 21.01 42|Tristan Shu
The brand village during the winter Premières Traces weekend in Val d'IsèreThe brand village during the winter Premières Traces weekend in Val d'Isère
©The brand village during the winter Premières Traces weekend in Val d'Isère|Yann ALLEGRE
    Brands to test for free
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    ©Partners 2025 banner|Val d'Isère Tourisme
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      ©Poster A4 Premieres Traces Ok Page 2|Val d'Isère Tourisme & Tristan Shu
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      ©Grand Ski Tristan Shu 21.01 17|Tristan Shu

        Day ski pass at a reduced price!

        €58 – Val d’Isère ski area

        Free parking
        Ski & snowboard testing
        Après-ski & entertainment

        Back in pictures on Premières Traces

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        Discover the village of Val d'Isère in winter

        Val d’Isère is committed to retaining its authentic, pioneering spirit and giving you the true mountain experience.

        Family skiing with parents and children in Val d'IsèreFamily skiing with parents and children in Val d'Isère
        ©Family skiing with parents and children in Val d'Isère|Tristan Shu
        Ski map
        Study the map of our beautiful Tignes – Val d’Isère ski area before skiing down the slopes! You’ll also find real-time information on slope and lift openings...
        Bellevarde face during the Critérium de la Première Neige in Val d'IsèreBellevarde face during the Critérium de la Première Neige in Val d'Isère
        ©Bellevarde face during the Critérium de la Première Neige in Val d'Isère|Yann ALLEGRE
        Men’s criterium
        Start your ski season in the presence of the world’s best skiers!
        Family skiing for beginnersFamily skiing for beginners
        ©Family skiing for beginners|Tristan Shu
        Things to do with children
        Val d’Isère has plenty of fun activities for children, be it in winter during the skiing season, or in summer when the resort remains a popular mountain destination...
        Skiers and snowboarders on the slopes of Val d'Isère Dsf4169
        © Skiers and snowboarders on the slopes of Val d'Isère|Tristan Shu
        The 10 rules of good conduct on the slopes
        So that skiing remains a pleasure and everyone stays safe, here’s a reminder to wintersports fans of the International Ski Federation’s Code of Conduct on the slopes.
        Off-roading among friends looking at the viewOff-roading among friends looking at the view
        ©Off-roading among friends looking at the view|Yann ALLEGRE
        Legendary off-piste
        Val d’Isère is the ideal place for off-piste skiing. As soon as Val d’Isère opens its doors, you’ll discover untouched slopes, thanks to its...
        Village Perdu Enfants JeuxVillage Perdu Enfants Jeux
        ©Village Perdu Enfants Jeux|Yann ALLEGRE
        Children in the spotlight this winter
        This winter, Val d’Isère is offering children tailor-made experiences to have fun in the mountains. With ski slopes specially designed for younger children,...
        Off-track day; powder; mountain; winterOff-track day
        ©Off-track day; powder; mountain; winter|Yann ALLEGRE
        Off-piste skiing: factors favoring avalanches
        Man is the most important factor in detecting and avoiding avalanche risks. That’s why careful preparation is essential for all types of off-piste activities.
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        ©Family tea room at Crazy Barm's in Val d'Isère|Anna Ivanova
        Children are welcome!
        Recognisable by the Famille Plus sticker, here’s our list of the certified family-friendly addresses and facilities available in our village.
        Fond des Fours refuge in winter under the snow in Val d'IsèreFond des Fours refuge in winter under the snow in Val d'Isère
        ©Fond des Fours refuge in winter under the snow in Val d'Isère|Yann ALLEGRE
        Other winter accommodation
        Prefer to stay somewhere a little different? Looking for accommodation you’ll never forget? Then opt for one of our mountain refuges in the middle of nowhere.
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        ©Grand Ski Tristan Shu 21.01 42|Tristan Shu
        Skipass and lift pass purchases
        Go exploring the Tignes – Val d’Isère ski area To each his own skiing! Our ski area adapts to all practices and all levels, with ski pass prices designed for you. Between...
        Quiet Family SkiingQuiet Family Skiing
        ©Quiet Family Skiing|Tristan Shu
        For families
        Family vacations in the mountains are a special time for parents and children alike: a time for reunions, sharing and unique adventures together.
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        ©With friends on the terrace of Maison Louly|Yann ALLEGRE
        4 good reasons to ski in spring in Val d’Isère
        Are you wondering why and where to ski in April? In Val d’Isère, spring in the mountains means freedom and pure enjoyment. In March and April, the sun shines brightly on the...