{"id":63650,"date":"2026-04-29T11:30:13","date_gmt":"2026-04-29T09:30:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.snowtrex.de\/magazin\/?p=63650"},"modified":"2026-04-29T11:40:05","modified_gmt":"2026-04-29T09:40:05","slug":"skiing-departement-isere","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/holidays-winter-sports\/skiing-departement-isere\/","title":{"rendered":"10 good reasons to go skiing in the Is\u00e8re department"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><strong>The Is\u00e8re department in the French Alps is a true winter sports paradise, where a variety of ski resorts meet spectacular mountain scenery, lively apr\u00e8s-ski and guaranteed snow for months on end. But it\u2019s not just the slopes that impress; there\u2019s plenty on offer off-piste too: from relaxed cross-country skiing and thrilling tobogganing to wellness facilities in charming ski villages. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">SnowTrex<\/a> knows exactly what the 10 good reasons for skiing in the Is\u00e8re department are and presents them here.<\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"tt-post-image-wrapper tt-post-image-wrapper-full\">\n            <div class=\"tt-image-copyright-container\">\n                <a href=\"https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/files\/2025\/11\/RS27274_A40F6734-557E-4457-ADAD-21D58C955B9C-hsc.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-wrapped=\"true\" class=\"wp-image-63991 size-Artikelbild_gro\u00df\" title=\"The ski village of Les 2 Alpes is, alongside Alpe d'Huez, one of the largest ski resorts in the Is\u00e8re department.\" src=\"https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/files\/2025\/11\/RS27274_A40F6734-557E-4457-ADAD-21D58C955B9C-hsc-729x486.jpg\" alt=\"The ski village of Les 2 Alpes is, alongside Alpe d'Huez, one of the largest ski resorts in the Is\u00e8re department.\" width=\"729\" height=\"486\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/files\/2025\/11\/RS27274_A40F6734-557E-4457-ADAD-21D58C955B9C-hsc-729x486.jpg 729w, https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/files\/2025\/11\/RS27274_A40F6734-557E-4457-ADAD-21D58C955B9C-hsc-468x312.jpg 468w, https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/files\/2025\/11\/RS27274_A40F6734-557E-4457-ADAD-21D58C955B9C-hsc-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/files\/2025\/11\/RS27274_A40F6734-557E-4457-ADAD-21D58C955B9C-hsc-999x666.jpg 999w, https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/files\/2025\/11\/RS27274_A40F6734-557E-4457-ADAD-21D58C955B9C-hsc-645x430.jpg 645w, https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/files\/2025\/11\/RS27274_A40F6734-557E-4457-ADAD-21D58C955B9C-hsc-552x368.jpg 552w, https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/files\/2025\/11\/RS27274_A40F6734-557E-4457-ADAD-21D58C955B9C-hsc-405x270.jpg 405w, https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/files\/2025\/11\/RS27274_A40F6734-557E-4457-ADAD-21D58C955B9C-hsc-336x224.jpg 336w, https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/files\/2025\/11\/RS27274_A40F6734-557E-4457-ADAD-21D58C955B9C-hsc-276x184.jpg 276w, https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/files\/2025\/11\/RS27274_A40F6734-557E-4457-ADAD-21D58C955B9C-hsc-234x156.jpg 234w, https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/files\/2025\/11\/RS27274_A40F6734-557E-4457-ADAD-21D58C955B9C-hsc-192x128.jpg 192w, https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/files\/2025\/11\/RS27274_A40F6734-557E-4457-ADAD-21D58C955B9C-hsc-120x80.jpg 120w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 1009px) 729px, (min-width: 819px) 594px, (min-width: 569px) 729px, (min-width: 449px) 468px, 348px\" \/><\/a><div class=\"tt-image-copyright\" data-image-id=\"63991\">\u00a9 TravelTrex<\/div>\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"tt-post-caption\">The ski village of Les 2 Alpes is, alongside Alpe d&#8217;Huez, one of the largest ski resorts in the Is\u00e8re department.<\/div>\n         <\/div > \n<div class=\"tt-table-of-content\">\n                <span class=\"tt-icon-circle-up tt-table-of-content-button\"><\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"tt-table-of-content-caption\">\n                    Index\n                <\/div>\n<div class=\"tt-table-of-content-body\">\n                    <a href=\"#1-high-altitude-skiing-on-the-glacier-in-les-2-alpes\"><span class=\"layer-0\">1. High-altitude skiing on the glacier in Les 2 Alpes<\/span><\/a><a href=\"#2-powderweek:-a-spectacular-start-to-the-season-with-snowtrex\"><span class=\"layer-0\">2. PowderWeek: a spectacular start to the season with SnowTrex<\/span><\/a><a href=\"#3-experience-sporting-tradition-and-endless-skiing-fun-in-alpe-d?huez\"><span class=\"layer-0\">3. Experience sporting tradition and endless skiing fun in Alpe d\u2019Huez<\/span><\/a><a href=\"#4-autrans:-a-nordic-paradise-for-cross-country-skiers\"><span class=\"layer-0\">4. Autrans: a Nordic paradise for cross-country skiers<\/span><\/a><a href=\"#5-family-friendly-skiing-as-a-tradition\"><span class=\"layer-0\">5. Family-friendly skiing as a tradition<\/span><\/a><a href=\"#6-guaranteed-snow-from-autumn-through-to-spring\"><span class=\"layer-0\">6. Guaranteed snow from autumn through to spring<\/span><\/a><a href=\"#7-winter-variety-off-piste-too\"><span class=\"layer-0\">7. Winter variety off-piste too<\/span><\/a><a href=\"#8-high-tech-lift-systems-and-record-breaking-cable-cars\"><span class=\"layer-0\">8. High-tech lift systems and record-breaking cable cars<\/span><\/a><a href=\"#9-the-breathtaking-mountain-scenery-in-is\u00e8re\"><span class=\"layer-0\">9. The breathtaking mountain scenery in Is\u00e8re<\/span><\/a><a href=\"#10-relaxation-culture-and-stylish-apr\u00e8s-ski\"><span class=\"layer-0\">10. Relaxation, culture and stylish apr\u00e8s-ski<\/span><\/a><a href=\"#faq-on-skiing-in-the-is\u00e8re-department\"><span class=\"layer-0\">FAQ on skiing in the Is\u00e8re department<\/span><\/a>\n                 <\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<hr>\n<h2 id=\"1-high-altitude-skiing-on-the-glacier-in-les-2-alpes\">1. High-altitude skiing on the glacier in Les 2 Alpes<\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/france\/les_2_alpes\/ski-holidays.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Les 2 Alpes<\/a> is the highest ski resort in the entire Is\u00e8re region and boasts pristine glacier snow at altitudes of up to 3,600 m. There are 44 modern lifts and cable cars here, providing skiers and snowboarders with 200 km of perfectly groomed slopes and 20 km of fantastic off-piste routes. The technical highlight is the new 3S gondola lift \u201cJandri Express\u201d, which opened in 2024 and transports up to 3,000 people per hour from the valley station in the ski resort (1,696 m) to the mountain station at 3,200 m in just 17 minutes.<\/p>\n<div class=\"lyte-wrapper\" title=\"LES 2 ALPES - TEASER HIVER 25\/26\" style=\"width:853px;max-width:100%;margin:5px auto;\"><div class=\"lyMe\" id=\"WYL_Dcn_sYR1NRM\" itemprop=\"video\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/VideoObject\"><div><meta itemprop=\"thumbnailUrl\" content=\"https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/wp-content\/plugins\/wp-youtube-lyte\/lyteCache.php?origThumbUrl=https%3A%2F%2Fi.ytimg.com%2Fvi%2FDcn_sYR1NRM%2Fhqdefault.jpg\" \/><meta itemprop=\"embedURL\" content=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/Dcn_sYR1NRM\" \/><meta itemprop=\"duration\" content=\"PT51S\" \/><meta itemprop=\"uploadDate\" content=\"2025-09-04T14:00:17Z\" \/><\/div><div id=\"lyte_Dcn_sYR1NRM\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/wp-content\/plugins\/wp-youtube-lyte\/lyteCache.php?origThumbUrl=https%3A%2F%2Fi.ytimg.com%2Fvi%2FDcn_sYR1NRM%2Fhqdefault.jpg\" class=\"pL\"><div class=\"tC\"><div class=\"tT\" itemprop=\"name\">LES 2 ALPES - TEASER HIVER 25\/26<\/div><\/div><div class=\"play\"><\/div><div class=\"ctrl\"><div class=\"Lctrl\"><\/div><div class=\"Rctrl\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><noscript><a href=\"http:\/\/youtu.be\/Dcn_sYR1NRM\" rel=\"nofollow\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/wp-content\/plugins\/wp-youtube-lyte\/lyteCache.php?origThumbUrl=http%3A%2F%2Fi.ytimg.com%2Fvi%2FDcn_sYR1NRM%2F0.jpg\" alt=\"LES 2 ALPES - TEASER HIVER 25\/26\" width=\"853\" height=\"460\" \/><br \/>Watch this video on YouTube<\/a><\/noscript><meta itemprop=\"description\" content=\"Cet hiver aux 2 Alpes ! Nous avons h\u00e2te de vous retrouver sur les pistes ! \u2328\ufe0f Retrouvez Les 2 Alpes : https:\/\/www.les2alpes.com https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/2alpes\/ https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/2alpes\/ https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/@2alpes\"><\/div><\/div><div class=\"lL\" style=\"max-width:100%;width:853px;margin:5px auto;\"><br\/><span class=\"lyte_disclaimer\">Please also note that by using our services and integrating the YouTube API Services, the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/t\/terms\">YouTube Terms of Service<\/a> and the <a href=\"https:\/\/developers.google.com\/youtube\/terms\/api-services-terms-of-service-emea\">YouTube API Services Terms<\/a> apply and your use of our website is deemed to be acceptance of these terms.<\/span><\/div><\/p>\n<p>In theory, winter sports enthusiasts can cover 2,300 metres in altitude on the slopes of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/france\/les_2_alpes\/ski-area.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">the Les 2 Alpes ski area<\/a>, from the highest point to the lowest. Overall, the ski resort offers plenty of variety, so families with children will feel right at home on the \u2018La Toura\u2019 practice area right next to the glacier, whilst skiing pros can let off steam in Les 2 Alpes at one of France\u2019s largest snow parks and even ski under floodlights in the evening.<\/p>\n<p><em data-renderer-mark=\"true\">\u2192 Plan your Alpine getaway and find the best <a href=\"https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/search_book.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Les 2 Alpes deals<\/a> at SnowTrex<\/em><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"2-powderweek:-a-spectacular-start-to-the-season-with-snowtrex\">2. PowderWeek: a spectacular start to the season with SnowTrex<\/h2>\n<p>Every December, SnowTrex \u2013 one of Europe\u2019s largest ski tour operators \u2013 invites you to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/travel-info\/events\/powderweek.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">PowderWeek<\/a> in Les 2 Alpes, where the season opener is a week dedicated entirely to skiing. Participants can enjoy the wonderfully empty slopes outside the school holidays, all the way up to the 3,600-metre-high glacier.<\/p>\n<div class=\"lyte-wrapper\" title=\"Die PowderWeek in Les 2 Alpes\" style=\"width:853px;max-width:100%;margin:5px auto;\"><div class=\"lyMe\" id=\"WYL_Ei_UhFFaDjY\" itemprop=\"video\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/VideoObject\"><div><meta itemprop=\"thumbnailUrl\" content=\"https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/wp-content\/plugins\/wp-youtube-lyte\/lyteCache.php?origThumbUrl=https%3A%2F%2Fi.ytimg.com%2Fvi%2FEi_UhFFaDjY%2Fhqdefault.jpg\" \/><meta itemprop=\"embedURL\" content=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/Ei_UhFFaDjY\" \/><meta itemprop=\"duration\" content=\"PT1M42S\" \/><meta itemprop=\"uploadDate\" content=\"2020-02-13T10:43:05Z\" \/><\/div><div id=\"lyte_Ei_UhFFaDjY\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/wp-content\/plugins\/wp-youtube-lyte\/lyteCache.php?origThumbUrl=https%3A%2F%2Fi.ytimg.com%2Fvi%2FEi_UhFFaDjY%2Fhqdefault.jpg\" class=\"pL\"><div class=\"tC\"><div class=\"tT\" itemprop=\"name\">Die PowderWeek in Les 2 Alpes<\/div><\/div><div class=\"play\"><\/div><div class=\"ctrl\"><div class=\"Lctrl\"><\/div><div class=\"Rctrl\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><noscript><a href=\"http:\/\/youtu.be\/Ei_UhFFaDjY\" rel=\"nofollow\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/wp-content\/plugins\/wp-youtube-lyte\/lyteCache.php?origThumbUrl=http%3A%2F%2Fi.ytimg.com%2Fvi%2FEi_UhFFaDjY%2F0.jpg\" alt=\"Die PowderWeek in Les 2 Alpes\" width=\"853\" height=\"460\" \/><br \/>Watch this video on YouTube<\/a><\/noscript><meta itemprop=\"description\" content=\"Mit der PowderWeek in Les 2 Alpes feiert SnowTrex j\u00e4hrlich den Start in die neue Skisaison! Ein Mix aus Party, Live-Musik, Fun-Wettbewerben und nat\u00fcrlich jeder Menge Powderspa\u00df zu unschlagbaren Preisen macht die PowderWeek einzigartig. Seit 2019 ist DECATHLON als Partner mit seinem kostenlosen Ski- und Snowboard-Testcenter dabei. #PowderWeek #Les2Alpes #Powder #Saisoner\u00f6ffnung #2Alpes #Skiurlaub #Skiyousoon #Snowupyourlife #DECATHLON #Ski #Snowboard\"><\/div><\/div><div class=\"lL\" style=\"max-width:100%;width:853px;margin:5px auto;\"><br\/><span class=\"lyte_disclaimer\">Please also note that by using our services and integrating the YouTube API Services, the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/t\/terms\">YouTube Terms of Service<\/a> and the <a href=\"https:\/\/developers.google.com\/youtube\/terms\/api-services-terms-of-service-emea\">YouTube API Services Terms<\/a> apply and your use of our website is deemed to be acceptance of these terms.<\/span><\/div><\/p>\n<p>Here, the focus is on exploring the runs before the colourful supporting programme takes centre stage: from the wild opening party, through apr\u00e8s-ski with live music, snow volleyball, the popular Bad Taste party and the traditional raclette dinner to round things off, Les 2 Alpes simply has it all. This makes SnowTrex\u2019s PowderWeek perfect for anyone looking to combine a skiing holiday with partying and a great time in the snow.<\/p>\n<p><em>\u2192 Secure unforgettable skiing moments at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/travel-info\/events\/powderweek.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">PowderWeek with <\/a>SnowTrex now<\/em><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"3-experience-sporting-tradition-and-endless-skiing-fun-in-alpe-d?huez\">3. Experience sporting tradition and endless skiing fun in Alpe d\u2019Huez<\/h2>\n<p>In winter,<a href=\"https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/france\/alpe_dhuez\/ski-holidays.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Alpe d\u2019Huez<\/a> is not only regarded as the \u201csnow island in the south\u201d of France, but with 250 kilometres of slopes, it is also the largest ski resort in the Is\u00e8re department. On the one hand, the resort is likely familiar to most people from the summer, with its 21 seemingly endless hairpin bends, as one of the most legendary climbs of the Tour de France. However, during the cold season, a high-alpine ski destination also lies dormant here at altitudes ranging from 1,250 m to 3,330 m. This mega-ski resort seamlessly combines the slopes of Alpe d\u2019Huez, Auris-en-Oisans, Villard-Reculas, Oz-en-Oisans and Vaujany.<\/p>\n<div class=\"lyte-wrapper\" title=\"Alpe d&amp;#039;Huez teaser hiver 2025-2026\" style=\"width:853px;max-width:100%;margin:5px auto;\"><div class=\"lyMe\" id=\"WYL_eNezRKqx9Po\" itemprop=\"video\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/VideoObject\"><div><meta itemprop=\"thumbnailUrl\" content=\"https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/wp-content\/plugins\/wp-youtube-lyte\/lyteCache.php?origThumbUrl=https%3A%2F%2Fi.ytimg.com%2Fvi%2FeNezRKqx9Po%2Fhqdefault.jpg\" \/><meta itemprop=\"embedURL\" content=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/eNezRKqx9Po\" \/><meta itemprop=\"duration\" content=\"PT59S\" \/><meta itemprop=\"uploadDate\" content=\"2025-10-10T13:10:28Z\" \/><\/div><div id=\"lyte_eNezRKqx9Po\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/wp-content\/plugins\/wp-youtube-lyte\/lyteCache.php?origThumbUrl=https%3A%2F%2Fi.ytimg.com%2Fvi%2FeNezRKqx9Po%2Fhqdefault.jpg\" class=\"pL\"><div class=\"tC\"><div class=\"tT\" itemprop=\"name\">Alpe d&#039;Huez teaser hiver 2025-2026<\/div><\/div><div class=\"play\"><\/div><div class=\"ctrl\"><div class=\"Lctrl\"><\/div><div class=\"Rctrl\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><noscript><a href=\"http:\/\/youtu.be\/eNezRKqx9Po\" rel=\"nofollow\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/wp-content\/plugins\/wp-youtube-lyte\/lyteCache.php?origThumbUrl=http%3A%2F%2Fi.ytimg.com%2Fvi%2FeNezRKqx9Po%2F0.jpg\" alt=\"Alpe d&amp;#039;Huez teaser hiver 2025-2026\" width=\"853\" height=\"460\" \/><br \/>Watch this video on YouTube<\/a><\/noscript><meta itemprop=\"description\" content=\"D\u00e8s le 6 d\u00e9cembre 2025, rejoignez-nous pour un hiver inoubliable et vivre des moments magiques en altitude. Nous vous pr\u00e9parons un domaine skiable d\u2019exception et des animations uniques pour vous offrir un hiver rempli de souvenirs \u00e0 cr\u00e9er ensemble. Pr\u00eat \u00e0 vivre des vacances exceptionnelles \u00e0 l\u2019Alpe d\u2019Huez ? Ouverture des remont\u00e9es du samedi 6 d\u00e9cembre 2025 au dimanche 19 avril 2026. (Version longue) https:\/\/www.alpedhuez.com #alpedhuez\"><\/div><\/div><div class=\"lL\" style=\"max-width:100%;width:853px;margin:5px auto;\"><br\/><span class=\"lyte_disclaimer\">Please also note that by using our services and integrating the YouTube API Services, the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/t\/terms\">YouTube Terms of Service<\/a> and the <a href=\"https:\/\/developers.google.com\/youtube\/terms\/api-services-terms-of-service-emea\">YouTube API Services Terms<\/a> apply and your use of our website is deemed to be acceptance of these terms.<\/span><\/div><\/p>\n<p>The slopes are easily accessible to skiers and snowboarders via 67 lifts, which take them to the starting points of over 135 runs of varying difficulty levels. These include \u201cLa Sarenne\u201d, Europe\u2019s longest black run at 16 km, descending from the 3,330 m high Pic Blanc, a floodlit night run, and \u201cLe Tunnel\u201d, a run through a 200 m long cave. And families who, like beginner skiers, prefer a more relaxed experience will feel right at home in the \u201cSnow Garden\u201d, where children can safely and playfully make their first turns in the snow. Away from the slopes, the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/france\/alpe_dhuez\/ski-area.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Alpe d\u2019Huez ski area<\/a> also offers two toboggan runs and 50 km of cross-country trails of all difficulty levels for a leisurely cross-country ski outing.<\/p>\n<p><em>\u2192 Discover <a href=\"https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/search_book.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Alpe d&#8217;Huez offers<\/a> at SnowTrex now<\/em><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"4-autrans:-a-nordic-paradise-for-cross-country-skiers\">4. Autrans: a Nordic paradise for cross-country skiers<\/h2>\n<p>While Les 2 Alpes and Alpe d&#8217;Huez are the centres for alpine skiing in Is\u00e8re, the Autrans-M\u00e9audre ski area (with 120 km of slopes) is the Nordic heart of the department. After all, it\u2019s all about cross-country skiing there. In fact, 200 km of cross-country trails wind their way through the mountain landscape. At altitudes between 1,050 m and 1,710 m, Autrans-M\u00e9audre offers classic and skating trails. Highlights include the \u201cPanoramique\u201d high-altitude trail, which stretches for 25 km from G\u00e8ve to the Cr\u00eates de Pl\u00e9nouze in La Moli\u00e8re and boasts breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains.<\/p>\n<div class=\"tt-post-image-wrapper tt-post-image-wrapper-full\">\n            <div class=\"tt-image-copyright-container\">\n                <a href=\"https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/files\/2025\/12\/21008_Pistes_de_ski_d_Auris_Images_et_Reves-1.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-wrapped=\"true\" class=\"wp-image-65349 size-Artikelbild_gro\u00df\" title=\"Those wishing to take a break from the slopes can enjoy cross-country skiing on dozens of kilometres of trails in the Is\u00e8re department, for example in Auris-en-Oisans.\" src=\"https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/files\/2025\/12\/21008_Pistes_de_ski_d_Auris_Images_et_Reves-1-729x486.jpg\" alt=\"Those wishing to take a break from the slopes can enjoy cross-country skiing on dozens of kilometres of trails in the Is\u00e8re department, for example in Auris-en-Oisans.\" width=\"729\" height=\"486\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/files\/2025\/12\/21008_Pistes_de_ski_d_Auris_Images_et_Reves-1-729x487.jpg 729w, https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/files\/2025\/12\/21008_Pistes_de_ski_d_Auris_Images_et_Reves-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/files\/2025\/12\/21008_Pistes_de_ski_d_Auris_Images_et_Reves-1-1024x684.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/files\/2025\/12\/21008_Pistes_de_ski_d_Auris_Images_et_Reves-1-768x513.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/files\/2025\/12\/21008_Pistes_de_ski_d_Auris_Images_et_Reves-1-1536x1025.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/files\/2025\/12\/21008_Pistes_de_ski_d_Auris_Images_et_Reves-1-2048x1367.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/files\/2025\/12\/21008_Pistes_de_ski_d_Auris_Images_et_Reves-1-468x312.jpg 468w, https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/files\/2025\/12\/21008_Pistes_de_ski_d_Auris_Images_et_Reves-1-999x666.jpg 999w, https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/files\/2025\/12\/21008_Pistes_de_ski_d_Auris_Images_et_Reves-1-645x430.jpg 645w, https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/files\/2025\/12\/21008_Pistes_de_ski_d_Auris_Images_et_Reves-1-552x368.jpg 552w, https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/files\/2025\/12\/21008_Pistes_de_ski_d_Auris_Images_et_Reves-1-405x270.jpg 405w, https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/files\/2025\/12\/21008_Pistes_de_ski_d_Auris_Images_et_Reves-1-336x224.jpg 336w, https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/files\/2025\/12\/21008_Pistes_de_ski_d_Auris_Images_et_Reves-1-276x184.jpg 276w, https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/files\/2025\/12\/21008_Pistes_de_ski_d_Auris_Images_et_Reves-1-234x156.jpg 234w, https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/files\/2025\/12\/21008_Pistes_de_ski_d_Auris_Images_et_Reves-1-192x128.jpg 192w, https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/files\/2025\/12\/21008_Pistes_de_ski_d_Auris_Images_et_Reves-1-120x80.jpg 120w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 1009px) 729px, (min-width: 819px) 594px, (min-width: 569px) 729px, (min-width: 449px) 468px, 348px\" \/><\/a><div class=\"tt-image-copyright\" data-image-id=\"65349\">\u00a9 Auris-en-Oisans<\/div>\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"tt-post-caption\">Those wishing to take a break from the slopes can enjoy cross-country skiing on dozens of kilometres of trails in the Is\u00e8re department, for example in Auris-en-Oisans.<\/div>\n         <\/div > \n<p>The Nordic centre of Autrans, where the skiing and biathlon competitions of the 1968 Winter Olympics took place, is known as \u201cPetite Scandinavie\u201d. Little Scandinavia is situated on the G\u00e8ve Plateau, where the trails wind across wide open plains and through wooded areas; thanks to their varying levels of difficulty, they are ideal for beginners, families and ambitious cross-country skiers alike. On the \u201cPlateau de G\u00e8ve\u201d, you can also explore the trails through the \u201cStade David Moretti\u201d biathlon stadium. In addition to the cross-country trails, Autrans also offers numerous winter hiking and snowshoe routes, as well as horse-drawn sleigh rides and dog sledding.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"5-family-friendly-skiing-as-a-tradition\">5. Family-friendly skiing as a tradition<\/h2>\n<p>Family-friendly skiing is a tradition in French ski resorts. Consequently, the ski resorts in the Is\u00e8re department are keen not to be left behind. As a result, several ski resorts here are officially certified with the \u201cFamille Plus\u201d seal, which serves as a mark of quality for winter offerings that are particularly child- and family-friendly. Excellent children\u2019s ski schools, snow-covered play areas and free practice slopes are standard here. But Les 2 Alpes goes one step further, as there is a cr\u00e8che for the very youngest from the age of 6 months, as well as a ski kindergarten and extended childcare for children up to the age of 12.<\/p>\n<div class=\"tt-post-image-wrapper tt-post-image-wrapper-full\">\n            <div class=\"tt-image-copyright-container\">\n                <a href=\"https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/files\/2025\/12\/Copie-de-2025-Lionel_Royet-OT_Alpe_dHuez_0402_4276-1.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-wrapped=\"true\" class=\"wp-image-65350 size-Artikelbild_gro\u00df\" src=\"https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/files\/2025\/12\/Copie-de-2025-Lionel_Royet-OT_Alpe_dHuez_0402_4276-1-729x486.jpg\" width=\"729\" height=\"486\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/files\/2025\/12\/Copie-de-2025-Lionel_Royet-OT_Alpe_dHuez_0402_4276-1-729x486.jpg 729w, https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/files\/2025\/12\/Copie-de-2025-Lionel_Royet-OT_Alpe_dHuez_0402_4276-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/files\/2025\/12\/Copie-de-2025-Lionel_Royet-OT_Alpe_dHuez_0402_4276-1-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/files\/2025\/12\/Copie-de-2025-Lionel_Royet-OT_Alpe_dHuez_0402_4276-1-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/files\/2025\/12\/Copie-de-2025-Lionel_Royet-OT_Alpe_dHuez_0402_4276-1-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/files\/2025\/12\/Copie-de-2025-Lionel_Royet-OT_Alpe_dHuez_0402_4276-1-2048x1366.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/files\/2025\/12\/Copie-de-2025-Lionel_Royet-OT_Alpe_dHuez_0402_4276-1-468x312.jpg 468w, https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/files\/2025\/12\/Copie-de-2025-Lionel_Royet-OT_Alpe_dHuez_0402_4276-1-999x666.jpg 999w, https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/files\/2025\/12\/Copie-de-2025-Lionel_Royet-OT_Alpe_dHuez_0402_4276-1-645x430.jpg 645w, https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/files\/2025\/12\/Copie-de-2025-Lionel_Royet-OT_Alpe_dHuez_0402_4276-1-552x368.jpg 552w, https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/files\/2025\/12\/Copie-de-2025-Lionel_Royet-OT_Alpe_dHuez_0402_4276-1-405x270.jpg 405w, https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/files\/2025\/12\/Copie-de-2025-Lionel_Royet-OT_Alpe_dHuez_0402_4276-1-336x224.jpg 336w, https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/files\/2025\/12\/Copie-de-2025-Lionel_Royet-OT_Alpe_dHuez_0402_4276-1-276x184.jpg 276w, https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/files\/2025\/12\/Copie-de-2025-Lionel_Royet-OT_Alpe_dHuez_0402_4276-1-234x156.jpg 234w, https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/files\/2025\/12\/Copie-de-2025-Lionel_Royet-OT_Alpe_dHuez_0402_4276-1-192x128.jpg 192w, https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/files\/2025\/12\/Copie-de-2025-Lionel_Royet-OT_Alpe_dHuez_0402_4276-1-120x80.jpg 120w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 1009px) 729px, (min-width: 819px) 594px, (min-width: 569px) 729px, (min-width: 449px) 468px, 348px\" \/><\/a><div class=\"tt-image-copyright\" data-image-id=\"65350\">\u00a9 Lionel Royet \/ OT Alpe d\u2019Huez<\/div>\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"tt-post-caption\">The Alpe d&#8217;Huez ski resort is extremely family-friendly thanks to its on-mountain facilities and is therefore officially certified with the &#8220;Famille Plus&#8221; seal.<\/div>\n         <\/div > \n<p>And in Alpe d&#8217;Huez, too, families will find everything they need for a great day\u2019s skiing on the slopes. Highlights for a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/holiday-topics\/family.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">skiing holiday with children<\/a> here include play areas such as &#8220;Marcel&#8217;s Farm&#8221; with obstacles, tunnels and bridges at the Signal chairlift, the other two play areas &#8220;Sher Roger&#8221; and &#8220;Jacqu Lubusho&#8221;, and the beginners\u2019 snow park beneath the Leisure chairlift.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"6-guaranteed-snow-from-autumn-through-to-spring\">6. Guaranteed snow from autumn through to spring<\/h2>\n<p>The high altitude and the glacier in Les 2 Alpes ensure guaranteed snow in the Is\u00e8re department during winter. At altitudes of up to 3,600 metres, the snow quality here remains good from autumn through to spring, even in changeable weather. Further down in the valley, 300 snow cannons ensure reliable artificial snow cover across a total of 15 per cent of the slopes in Les 2 Alpes.<\/p>\n<div class=\"tt-post-image-wrapper tt-post-image-wrapper-full\">\n            <div class=\"tt-image-copyright-container\">\n                <a href=\"https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/files\/2025\/12\/\u00a9LukaLeroy-Ski-Pistes-001-1.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-wrapped=\"true\" class=\"wp-image-65351 size-Artikelbild_gro\u00df\" title=\"Thanks to their high altitude on the glacier and the artificial snowmaking, the ski resorts in the Is\u00e8re department, such as Les 2 Alpes, offer excellent snow conditions right into spring.\" src=\"https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/files\/2025\/12\/\u00a9LukaLeroy-Ski-Pistes-001-1-729x486.jpg\" alt=\"Thanks to their high altitude on the glacier and the artificial snowmaking, the ski resorts in the Is\u00e8re department, such as Les 2 Alpes, offer excellent snow conditions right into spring.\" width=\"729\" height=\"486\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/files\/2025\/12\/\u00a9LukaLeroy-Ski-Pistes-001-1-729x486.jpg 729w, https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/files\/2025\/12\/\u00a9LukaLeroy-Ski-Pistes-001-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/files\/2025\/12\/\u00a9LukaLeroy-Ski-Pistes-001-1-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/files\/2025\/12\/\u00a9LukaLeroy-Ski-Pistes-001-1-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/files\/2025\/12\/\u00a9LukaLeroy-Ski-Pistes-001-1-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/files\/2025\/12\/\u00a9LukaLeroy-Ski-Pistes-001-1-2048x1366.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/files\/2025\/12\/\u00a9LukaLeroy-Ski-Pistes-001-1-468x312.jpg 468w, https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/files\/2025\/12\/\u00a9LukaLeroy-Ski-Pistes-001-1-999x666.jpg 999w, https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/files\/2025\/12\/\u00a9LukaLeroy-Ski-Pistes-001-1-645x430.jpg 645w, https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/files\/2025\/12\/\u00a9LukaLeroy-Ski-Pistes-001-1-552x368.jpg 552w, https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/files\/2025\/12\/\u00a9LukaLeroy-Ski-Pistes-001-1-405x270.jpg 405w, https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/files\/2025\/12\/\u00a9LukaLeroy-Ski-Pistes-001-1-336x224.jpg 336w, https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/files\/2025\/12\/\u00a9LukaLeroy-Ski-Pistes-001-1-276x184.jpg 276w, https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/files\/2025\/12\/\u00a9LukaLeroy-Ski-Pistes-001-1-234x156.jpg 234w, https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/files\/2025\/12\/\u00a9LukaLeroy-Ski-Pistes-001-1-192x128.jpg 192w, https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/files\/2025\/12\/\u00a9LukaLeroy-Ski-Pistes-001-1-120x80.jpg 120w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 1009px) 729px, (min-width: 819px) 594px, (min-width: 569px) 729px, (min-width: 449px) 468px, 348px\" \/><\/a><div class=\"tt-image-copyright\" data-image-id=\"65351\">\u00a9 Les 2 Alpes\/Luka Leroy<\/div>\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"tt-post-caption\">Thanks to their high altitude on the glacier and the artificial snowmaking, the ski resorts in the Is\u00e8re department, such as Les 2 Alpes, offer excellent snow conditions right into spring.<\/div>\n         <\/div > \n<p>At 3,330 m, the Alpe d\u2019Huez ski resort may not be quite as high, but skiers and snowboarders can still look forward to reliable snow conditions here for months on end. The largest ski resort in Is\u00e8re is primarily known for its natural snow and consistently ranks at the top of France\u2019s snow statistics every year. And to ensure this remains the case at lower altitudes too, the operators of the ski resort in this legendary Tour de France venue have installed a total of 1,053 state-of-the-art snow cannons, enabling 35 per cent of the slopes to be covered in artificial snow. This means that even the valley run can remain open practically throughout the entire ski season thanks to artificial snow.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"7-winter-variety-off-piste-too\">7. Winter variety off-piste too<\/h2>\n<p>Of course, skiing takes top spot in the Is\u00e8re department during the winter. But that doesn\u2019t mean it gets boring off-piste: quite the opposite! After all, the region offers countless other outdoor winter activities. Dog sled rides through snow-covered forests in Villard-de-Lans are particularly popular, whilst in the Vercors you can go snowshoeing, both during the day and at night by torchlight. Things get really active in Corren\u00e7on, where visitors can try their hand at biathlon and take beginner\u2019s courses in this popular winter sport. It gets properly cold out in the open air during ice diving or ice swimming in the frozen lakes of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/france\/chamrousse\/ski-holidays.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Chamrousse<\/a>.<\/p>\n<div class=\"tt-post-image-wrapper tt-post-image-wrapper-full\">\n            <div class=\"tt-image-copyright-container\">\n                <a href=\"https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/files\/2025\/12\/Copie-de-2025-Lionel_Royet-OT_Alpe_dHuez_0206_8927-1.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-wrapped=\"true\" class=\"wp-image-65352 size-Artikelbild_gro\u00df\" title=\"Snowshoeing is also one of the most popular outdoor activities away from the slopes in the Is\u00e8re department during winter.\" src=\"https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/files\/2025\/12\/Copie-de-2025-Lionel_Royet-OT_Alpe_dHuez_0206_8927-1-729x486.jpg\" alt=\"Snowshoeing is also one of the most popular outdoor activities away from the slopes in the Is\u00e8re department during winter.\" width=\"729\" height=\"486\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/files\/2025\/12\/Copie-de-2025-Lionel_Royet-OT_Alpe_dHuez_0206_8927-1-729x486.jpg 729w, https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/files\/2025\/12\/Copie-de-2025-Lionel_Royet-OT_Alpe_dHuez_0206_8927-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/files\/2025\/12\/Copie-de-2025-Lionel_Royet-OT_Alpe_dHuez_0206_8927-1-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/files\/2025\/12\/Copie-de-2025-Lionel_Royet-OT_Alpe_dHuez_0206_8927-1-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/files\/2025\/12\/Copie-de-2025-Lionel_Royet-OT_Alpe_dHuez_0206_8927-1-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/files\/2025\/12\/Copie-de-2025-Lionel_Royet-OT_Alpe_dHuez_0206_8927-1-2048x1366.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/files\/2025\/12\/Copie-de-2025-Lionel_Royet-OT_Alpe_dHuez_0206_8927-1-468x312.jpg 468w, https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/files\/2025\/12\/Copie-de-2025-Lionel_Royet-OT_Alpe_dHuez_0206_8927-1-999x666.jpg 999w, https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/files\/2025\/12\/Copie-de-2025-Lionel_Royet-OT_Alpe_dHuez_0206_8927-1-645x430.jpg 645w, https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/files\/2025\/12\/Copie-de-2025-Lionel_Royet-OT_Alpe_dHuez_0206_8927-1-552x368.jpg 552w, https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/files\/2025\/12\/Copie-de-2025-Lionel_Royet-OT_Alpe_dHuez_0206_8927-1-405x270.jpg 405w, https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/files\/2025\/12\/Copie-de-2025-Lionel_Royet-OT_Alpe_dHuez_0206_8927-1-336x224.jpg 336w, https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/files\/2025\/12\/Copie-de-2025-Lionel_Royet-OT_Alpe_dHuez_0206_8927-1-276x184.jpg 276w, https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/files\/2025\/12\/Copie-de-2025-Lionel_Royet-OT_Alpe_dHuez_0206_8927-1-234x156.jpg 234w, https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/files\/2025\/12\/Copie-de-2025-Lionel_Royet-OT_Alpe_dHuez_0206_8927-1-192x128.jpg 192w, https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/files\/2025\/12\/Copie-de-2025-Lionel_Royet-OT_Alpe_dHuez_0206_8927-1-120x80.jpg 120w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 1009px) 729px, (min-width: 819px) 594px, (min-width: 569px) 729px, (min-width: 449px) 468px, 348px\" \/><\/a><div class=\"tt-image-copyright\" data-image-id=\"65352\">\u00a9 Lionel Royet \/ OT Alpe d\u2019Huez<\/div>\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"tt-post-caption\">Snowshoeing is also one of the most popular outdoor activities away from the slopes in the Is\u00e8re department during winter.<\/div>\n         <\/div > \n<p>On the other hand, the illuminated evening light trail \u201cVercors en Lumi\u00e8re\u201d is a romantic experience, enchanting visitors with an atmospheric combination of stories, light and nature. A culinary outdoor experience combined with a bit of sport is also on offer here with the \u201cFondue in the Forest\u201d, which is preceded by a short snowshoe hike. And in Vercors, for those who fancy staying a few days longer, overnight stays in mountain huts are also available, with a daily programme featuring dog sled rides, cross-country skiing and igloo building.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"8-high-tech-lift-systems-and-record-breaking-cable-cars\">8. High-tech lift systems and record-breaking cable cars<\/h2>\n<p>For a long time, the lift systems in French ski resorts were considered outdated, but now, much like in Austria or Switzerland, the focus here is on high-tech <a href=\"https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/top-10\/cable-cars-of-superlatives\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">cable cars<\/a>. And it is precisely this level of comfort that winter holidaymakers can enjoy today in the Is\u00e8re department. The best example of this is the \u201cJandri-Express\u201d in Les 2 Alpes. Since 1985, the old lift had been operating for almost 40 years, taking passengers up to the ski resort. The journey used to take 40 minutes, but that has been a thing of the past since 2024. That\u2019s because the 32-seater gondolas of the new cable car now cover the 6.3 km route in just 17 minutes! Along the way, winter sports enthusiasts can enjoy the view of the \u00c9crins National Park and the surrounding Alpine peaks.<\/p>\n<div class=\"tt-post-image-wrapper tt-post-image-wrapper-full\">\n            <div class=\"tt-image-copyright-container\">\n                <a href=\"https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/files\/2025\/12\/\u00a9MattGreenwell-RiseFestival2024-Jandri-L2A-1.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-wrapped=\"true\" class=\"wp-image-65353 size-Artikelbild_gro\u00df\" src=\"https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/files\/2025\/12\/\u00a9MattGreenwell-RiseFestival2024-Jandri-L2A-1-729x486.jpg\" width=\"729\" height=\"486\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/files\/2025\/12\/\u00a9MattGreenwell-RiseFestival2024-Jandri-L2A-1-729x486.jpg 729w, https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/files\/2025\/12\/\u00a9MattGreenwell-RiseFestival2024-Jandri-L2A-1-468x312.jpg 468w, https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/files\/2025\/12\/\u00a9MattGreenwell-RiseFestival2024-Jandri-L2A-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/files\/2025\/12\/\u00a9MattGreenwell-RiseFestival2024-Jandri-L2A-1-999x666.jpg 999w, https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/files\/2025\/12\/\u00a9MattGreenwell-RiseFestival2024-Jandri-L2A-1-645x430.jpg 645w, https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/files\/2025\/12\/\u00a9MattGreenwell-RiseFestival2024-Jandri-L2A-1-552x368.jpg 552w, https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/files\/2025\/12\/\u00a9MattGreenwell-RiseFestival2024-Jandri-L2A-1-405x270.jpg 405w, https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/files\/2025\/12\/\u00a9MattGreenwell-RiseFestival2024-Jandri-L2A-1-336x224.jpg 336w, https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/files\/2025\/12\/\u00a9MattGreenwell-RiseFestival2024-Jandri-L2A-1-276x184.jpg 276w, https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/files\/2025\/12\/\u00a9MattGreenwell-RiseFestival2024-Jandri-L2A-1-234x156.jpg 234w, https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/files\/2025\/12\/\u00a9MattGreenwell-RiseFestival2024-Jandri-L2A-1-192x128.jpg 192w, https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/files\/2025\/12\/\u00a9MattGreenwell-RiseFestival2024-Jandri-L2A-1-120x80.jpg 120w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 1009px) 729px, (min-width: 819px) 594px, (min-width: 569px) 729px, (min-width: 449px) 468px, 348px\" \/><\/a><div class=\"tt-image-copyright\" data-image-id=\"65353\">\u00a9 MattGreenwell<\/div>\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"tt-post-caption\">The new gondolas of the &#8220;Jandri Express&#8221; have been in operation in the Les 2 Alpes ski resort since 2024 and have cut the journey time from the village to the summit from 40 to 17 minutes.<\/div>\n         <\/div > \n<p>Alpe d\u2019Huez also boasts modern chairlifts with heated seats and high-speed cable cars. The ski resort now features the new 10-seater \u201cPoutran\u201d 1 and 2 gondolas, which have replaced their predecessors from 1987. The new cabins travel at speeds of up to 6 m per second, which means a journey time of just three minutes and 20 seconds over a distance of 1.1 km. There is also a lift here to the Pic Blanc (3,330 m), from where, in perfect winter weather, the view can stretch all the way to the Mediterranean.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"9-the-breathtaking-mountain-scenery-in-is\u00e8re\">9. The breathtaking mountain scenery in Is\u00e8re<\/h2>\n<p>Away from the slopes in the ski resorts of the Is\u00e8re department, visitors should definitely keep an eye out for the region\u2019s magical mountain landscape. This ranges from dense fir forests and picturesque valleys to snow- and ice-covered peaks at an altitude of almost 4,000 m!<\/p>\n<div class=\"tt-post-image-wrapper tt-post-image-wrapper-full\">\n            <div class=\"tt-image-copyright-container\">\n                <a href=\"https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/files\/2025\/12\/Copie-de-2025-Lionel_Royet-OT_Alpe_dHuez_0330_1016-1.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-wrapped=\"true\" class=\"wp-image-65354 size-Artikelbild_gro\u00df\" title=\"From the ski resorts in the Is\u00e8re department, such as here in Alpe d\u2019Huez, winter sports enthusiasts can enjoy stunning views of the French Alps.\" src=\"https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/files\/2025\/12\/Copie-de-2025-Lionel_Royet-OT_Alpe_dHuez_0330_1016-1-729x486.jpg\" alt=\"From the ski resorts in the Is\u00e8re department, such as here in Alpe d\u2019Huez, winter sports enthusiasts can enjoy stunning views of the French Alps.\" width=\"729\" height=\"486\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/files\/2025\/12\/Copie-de-2025-Lionel_Royet-OT_Alpe_dHuez_0330_1016-1-729x486.jpg 729w, https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/files\/2025\/12\/Copie-de-2025-Lionel_Royet-OT_Alpe_dHuez_0330_1016-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/files\/2025\/12\/Copie-de-2025-Lionel_Royet-OT_Alpe_dHuez_0330_1016-1-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/files\/2025\/12\/Copie-de-2025-Lionel_Royet-OT_Alpe_dHuez_0330_1016-1-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/files\/2025\/12\/Copie-de-2025-Lionel_Royet-OT_Alpe_dHuez_0330_1016-1-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/files\/2025\/12\/Copie-de-2025-Lionel_Royet-OT_Alpe_dHuez_0330_1016-1-2048x1366.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/files\/2025\/12\/Copie-de-2025-Lionel_Royet-OT_Alpe_dHuez_0330_1016-1-468x312.jpg 468w, https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/files\/2025\/12\/Copie-de-2025-Lionel_Royet-OT_Alpe_dHuez_0330_1016-1-999x666.jpg 999w, https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/files\/2025\/12\/Copie-de-2025-Lionel_Royet-OT_Alpe_dHuez_0330_1016-1-645x430.jpg 645w, https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/files\/2025\/12\/Copie-de-2025-Lionel_Royet-OT_Alpe_dHuez_0330_1016-1-552x368.jpg 552w, https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/files\/2025\/12\/Copie-de-2025-Lionel_Royet-OT_Alpe_dHuez_0330_1016-1-405x270.jpg 405w, https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/files\/2025\/12\/Copie-de-2025-Lionel_Royet-OT_Alpe_dHuez_0330_1016-1-336x224.jpg 336w, https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/files\/2025\/12\/Copie-de-2025-Lionel_Royet-OT_Alpe_dHuez_0330_1016-1-276x184.jpg 276w, https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/files\/2025\/12\/Copie-de-2025-Lionel_Royet-OT_Alpe_dHuez_0330_1016-1-234x156.jpg 234w, https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/files\/2025\/12\/Copie-de-2025-Lionel_Royet-OT_Alpe_dHuez_0330_1016-1-192x128.jpg 192w, https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/files\/2025\/12\/Copie-de-2025-Lionel_Royet-OT_Alpe_dHuez_0330_1016-1-120x80.jpg 120w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 1009px) 729px, (min-width: 819px) 594px, (min-width: 569px) 729px, (min-width: 449px) 468px, 348px\" \/><\/a><div class=\"tt-image-copyright\" data-image-id=\"65354\">\u00a9 Lionel Royet \/ OT Alpe d\u2019Huez<\/div>\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"tt-post-caption\">From the ski resorts in the Is\u00e8re department, such as here in Alpe d\u2019Huez, winter sports enthusiasts can enjoy stunning views of the French Alps.<\/div>\n         <\/div > \n<p>The natural scenery in Oisans, Belledonne and Vercors is literally breathtaking. In the ski resorts, some of the highest points feature architecturally unique viewing platforms, such as the &#8220;Belv\u00e9d\u00e8re des \u00c9crins&#8221; at 3,400 m in Les 2 Alpes or at the Col de la Sarenne in Alpe d\u2019Huez. Here, you can take in the Alpine panorama in complete relaxation before heading back down the slopes.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"10-relaxation-culture-and-stylish-apr\u00e8s-ski\">10. Relaxation, culture and stylish apr\u00e8s-ski<\/h2>\n<p>After a day\u2019s skiing, the Is\u00e8re department is the perfect place to toast a long day on the slopes, and this is naturally best done with apr\u00e8s-ski in the major ski resorts such as Les 2 Alpes or Alpe d\u2019Huez, where bars, restaurants and clubs await with refreshing drinks. Things are a bit more laid-back, however, at the wellness centres in Uriage-les-Bains and Allevard-les-Bains. Both places have their own thermal baths, where you can unwind with classic treatments, hydromassages and mud treatments.<\/p>\n<div class=\"tt-post-image-wrapper tt-post-image-wrapper-full\">\n            <div class=\"tt-image-copyright-container\">\n                <a href=\"https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/files\/2025\/12\/\u00a9risefestival-x-ot-les-2-alpes-1.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-wrapped=\"true\" class=\"wp-image-65355 size-Artikelbild_gro\u00df\" title=\"Whether in mountain huts in ski areas or in restaurants and clubs in the ski resorts, culinary delights and both cold and hot drinks are always served when skiing in the Is\u00e8re department.\" src=\"https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/files\/2025\/12\/\u00a9risefestival-x-ot-les-2-alpes-1-729x486.jpg\" alt=\"Whether in mountain huts in ski areas or in restaurants and clubs in the ski resorts, culinary delights and both cold and hot drinks are always served when skiing in the Is\u00e8re department.\" width=\"729\" height=\"486\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/files\/2025\/12\/\u00a9risefestival-x-ot-les-2-alpes-1-729x486.jpg 729w, https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/files\/2025\/12\/\u00a9risefestival-x-ot-les-2-alpes-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/files\/2025\/12\/\u00a9risefestival-x-ot-les-2-alpes-1-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/files\/2025\/12\/\u00a9risefestival-x-ot-les-2-alpes-1-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/files\/2025\/12\/\u00a9risefestival-x-ot-les-2-alpes-1-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/files\/2025\/12\/\u00a9risefestival-x-ot-les-2-alpes-1-468x312.jpg 468w, https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/files\/2025\/12\/\u00a9risefestival-x-ot-les-2-alpes-1-999x666.jpg 999w, https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/files\/2025\/12\/\u00a9risefestival-x-ot-les-2-alpes-1-645x430.jpg 645w, https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/files\/2025\/12\/\u00a9risefestival-x-ot-les-2-alpes-1-552x368.jpg 552w, https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/files\/2025\/12\/\u00a9risefestival-x-ot-les-2-alpes-1-405x270.jpg 405w, https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/files\/2025\/12\/\u00a9risefestival-x-ot-les-2-alpes-1-336x224.jpg 336w, https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/files\/2025\/12\/\u00a9risefestival-x-ot-les-2-alpes-1-276x184.jpg 276w, https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/files\/2025\/12\/\u00a9risefestival-x-ot-les-2-alpes-1-234x156.jpg 234w, https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/files\/2025\/12\/\u00a9risefestival-x-ot-les-2-alpes-1-192x128.jpg 192w, https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/files\/2025\/12\/\u00a9risefestival-x-ot-les-2-alpes-1-120x80.jpg 120w, https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/files\/2025\/12\/\u00a9risefestival-x-ot-les-2-alpes-1.jpg 1600w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 1009px) 729px, (min-width: 819px) 594px, (min-width: 569px) 729px, (min-width: 449px) 468px, 348px\" \/><\/a><div class=\"tt-image-copyright\" data-image-id=\"65355\">\u00a9 risefestival x OT Les 2 Alpes<\/div>\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"tt-post-caption\">Whether in mountain huts in ski areas or in restaurants and clubs in the ski resorts, culinary delights and both cold and hot drinks are always served when skiing in the Is\u00e8re department.<\/div>\n         <\/div > \n<p>In terms of culture, the department\u2019s capital, Grenoble, is a particular highlight, boasting museums such as the Mus\u00e9e de Grenoble and other historical sites. In the Chartreuse region, the landscape is also impressive, combined with cultural insights into the Carthusian monasteries and liqueur production. Not to mention the culinary highlights of the regional cuisine, such as raclette, fondue or tartiflette, all of which are served in the excellent restaurants in the ski resorts.<\/p>\n<p><em data-renderer-mark=\"true\">\u2192 Plan your Alpine getaway and find the best <a href=\"https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/search_book.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">deals for the Is\u00e8re department<\/a> at SnowTrex<\/em><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"faq-on-skiing-in-the-is\u00e8re-department\">FAQ on skiing in the Is\u00e8re department<\/h2>\n<h3>How many kilometres of slopes are there in the Is\u00e8re department?<\/h3>\n<p>The Is\u00e8re department offers a wide variety of ski resorts with over 1,200 kilometres of slopes. The best known of these is the Alpe d\u2019Huez ski resort with 250 kilometres of slopes, served by 83 modern lifts. In the Les 2 Alpes ski resort, a further 220 kilometres of slopes await at altitudes of up to 3,600 metres on the glacier, featuring challenging off-piste routes.<\/p>\n<h3>Is the Is\u00e8re department a good winter destination for families?<\/h3>\n<p>Yes, Les 2 Alpes and Alpe d\u2019Huez have been awarded the \u201cFamille Plus\u201d quality label and offer safe practice slopes, children\u2019s ski schools and play areas. In Les 2 Alpes, there are cr\u00e8ches and ski nurseries for children from six months old, as well as childcare for children up to the age of twelve. Alpe d\u2019Huez boasts play areas such as \u201cMarcel\u2019s Farm\u201d and beginner snow parks. This allows children to learn to ski in a playful way whilst their parents relax and enjoy the slopes.<\/p>\n<h3>What cross-country skiing and winter hiking opportunities are there in the Is\u00e8re department?<\/h3>\n<p>The Autrans M\u00e9audre en Vercors ski area (120 km of slopes) is considered a Nordic paradise: 160 km of trails at altitudes between 1,050 and 1,710 m offer classic and skating routes. Highlights include the 25-kilometre-long Panoramique high-altitude trail and the \u201cStade David Moretti\u201d biathlon stadium. In addition to cross-country skiing, the area between the two villages of Autrans and M\u00e9audre also offers numerous opportunities for winter hiking and snowshoe trails, horse-drawn sleigh rides and guided tours through snow-covered forests.<\/p>\n<h3>What is the situation regarding snow reliability and the length of the season in the Is\u00e8re department?<\/h3>\n<p>The high altitudes of Les 2 Alpes, reaching up to 3,600 m, and Alpe d\u2019Huez, reaching up to 3,330 m, guarantee reliable snow conditions from autumn to spring. In Les 2 Alpes, 300 snow cannons cover 15 per cent of the slopes, whilst in Alpe d\u2019Huez, 35 per cent of the slopes are equipped with 1,053 snow-making systems. This means that even the valley runs remain skiable well into spring. This means winter sports enthusiasts can start the season early here, enjoy the runs for longer and experience both powder snow in December and spring skiing in April.<\/p>\n<h3>What is SnowTrex\u2019s PowderWeek?<\/h3>\n<p>PowderWeek is an annual event organised by SnowTrex in Les 2 Alpes in December. It marks the start of the season and offers a week of skiing on empty slopes right up to the glacier. There is also a varied supporting programme featuring an opening party, apr\u00e8s-ski with live music, snow volleyball, a Bad Taste party and a traditional raclette evening. PowderWeek combines a skiing holiday with a party and is aimed at winter sports enthusiasts who want to experience sport, fun and socialising in one of France\u2019s most spectacular ski regions.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/files\/2025\/12\/alpes-is-here-cartouche-bleu-uk.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-Artikelbild_klein_flexibel wp-image-64318\" src=\"https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/de-magazin\/files\/2025\/12\/alpes-is-here-cartouche-bleu-uk-468x468.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"468\" height=\"468\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/files\/2025\/12\/alpes-is-here-cartouche-bleu-uk-468x468.jpg 468w, https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/files\/2025\/12\/alpes-is-here-cartouche-bleu-uk-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/files\/2025\/12\/alpes-is-here-cartouche-bleu-uk-100x100.jpg 100w, https:\/\/www.snowtrex.co.uk\/magazine\/files\/2025\/12\/alpes-is-here-cartouche-bleu-uk.jpg 591w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 1009px) 297px, (min-width: 819px) 336px, (min-width: 569px) 333px, (min-width: 449px) 468px, 348px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The Is\u00e8re department in the French Alps is a true winter sports paradise, where a variety of ski resorts meet spectacular mountain scenery, lively apr\u00e8s-ski and guaranteed snow for months on end. But it\u2019s not just the slopes that impress; there\u2019s plenty to enjoy off-piste too: from relaxed cross-country skiing and thrilling tobogganing to wellness facilities in charming ski villages. 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