Ski holidays in Les 2 Alpes

Things to do in Les Deux Alpes

Restaurants, food and drink

There is no shortage of restaurants in resort and on the mountain, whether you feel like traditional Savoyard cuisine, burger, tapas or a Michelin star meal, there is something for everyone at every budget. At lunch time. try the La Bergerie Kanata restaurant at the top of the Cote-Pied Moutet chairlift for authentic Savoyard cuisine, or Refuge des Glaciers for a quick takeaway lunch. For those looking for an evening meal, there are plenty of choices of restaurants throughout the resort, head to La Patate for regional specialties or Pasta Mia Trattoria for home made pasta and an Aperol Spritz.

Apres, bars, clubs and nightlife 

Once you have finished skiing for the day a spot for apres is not hard to find,  whether you want to sit back with a beer or party the night away you can find it in Les 2 Alpes. The Pano Bar is a popular choice with live music and DJs throughout the winter. Alternatively, Umbrella Bar at the bottom of the Jandri lift attracts crowds with lively music. For those looking to party the night away there are a handful of late night spots throughout the resort, L'Avalanche nightclub is open until early hours of the morning and has regular parties throughout the winter season. 

Relaxation

In addition to the public pools, many of the hotels and apartments have wellness facilities available for their guests to use. These include the Residence Les Clarines, Hotel Chalet Mounier and the L'Ours Blanc Apartments. 

Shopping

There are lots of shops selling souvenirs and local products. Similarly, there are a number of small supermarkets dotted around the resort for those staying on a self catering basis requiring groceries. 

Equipment rental and sports shops are typically open until late in the day so you can maximise your time on the mountain before returning your equipment at the end of your last day.

Les Deux Alpes Resort Activies

Palais des Sports

The local sport centre will keep you occupied when there are white out days, have a game of badminton, tennis, volleyball or basketball or head up the indoor climbing wall. Payable locally. 

Swimming 

Unwind and enjoy the views of the surrounding mountains from the heated outdoor swimming pool at La Croisette. You can get free entry with a 6 day ski pass and children under 5 years old enter for free. 

You can visit the Espace Forme 1800, and make the most of the heated outdoor pool surrounded by the mountains or relax in the Jacuzzi to give your ski legs a break. If relaxing isn't your thing, there is a gym onsite so you can train for your next ski adventure. Entry is approximately €5.50 per adult just for the pool or €12 for gym and pool entry.

Ice Skating

Enjoy skating on the artificial ice rink located in the centre of Les 2 Alpes free of charge with your six day lift pass. On two evenings the ice rink is reserved for 'Ice Gliding' (bumper cars on ice). Skate and ice glider hire is an additional cost and is payable locally. 

Night skiing

Ski under the stars in Les 2 Alpes. Each week, the Lutins button lift stays open so you can carrying on skiing after the rest of the lifts have shut for the day. It is an excellent experience for intermediate skiers and boarders. You don't need to pay extra for this, it is included with a valid lift pass. 

Tobogganing

Swap your skis or board for a toboggan and whiz down one of the four dedicated toboggan runs near the base of the slopes. Although the runs are predominantly designed for children, adults can have a go on selected evenings. 

Bowling 

if you are after a fun activity after ski activity, head to Le Strike Bowling Alley for a game or two. The bowling alley also has arcade games, a football table, billiards and a bar to keep you entertained. 

Snowmobile rides

If you are looking for a thrill ride, you can ride around the snowy landscapes of Les 2 Alpes on a snowmobile. Be sure to book early as this is an incredibly popular activity. 

Ice caves 

High up on the Roche Mantel glacier, you can go down 30m under to the magical ice caves and marvel at the hand carved ice sculptures created each year. 

Snowshoeing

If you don't ski or fancy a day off from skiing, hire some snowshoes locally and wander the snowy landscapes on foot. 

Helicopter rides and heliskiing

Although heli-skiing is not permitted in France, you have the opportunity to be taken over the border to Italy or Switzerland for a unique experience.