Alpe d’Huez - Weather forecast

Alpe d’Huez is situated in the southern French Alps, in the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region of southeastern France. It is near the city of Grenoble. The closest major airports to Alpe d’Huez are Lyon St Exupery Airport (LYS) and Geneva Airport (GVA). You can reach the resort by taking a combination of train and bus or by arranging a private transfer from these airports. Find out more

The ski and snowboarding season at Alpe d’Huez typically runs from early December to late April, depending on snow conditions.

Alpe d’Huez benefits from regular snowfall throughout the winter months, especially from December to April. The region’s high-altitude terrain and proximity to the Alps ensure that it receives a good amount of natural snow. To enhance snow coverage and ensure consistent skiing conditions, the resort also has an extensive snowmaking system. This system allows for artificial snow production on some slopes, particularly at lower elevations and in areas where snow cover may be less reliable.

Many accommodations in Alpe d’Huez offer ski-in ski-out convenience, allowing guests to access the slopes directly from their lodgings.
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Ski equipment rental, lessons, and guiding services are available from various providers in Alpe d’Huez. Many of these services have locations in the main villages and near the ski lifts.

Ski/ snowboard equipment rental
Ski/ snowboard school

The ALSH Leisure Center and Les Intrépides Nursery are well-structured and dedicated to providing quality care and recreational experiences for children in Alpe d’Huez.

ALSH is attentive to the individual needs of each child, both physically and emotionally. Fostering creativity, free expression, and respect for nature and others are crucial aspects of a child’s growth, and these programs seem to prioritize these values.

Similarly, Les Intrépides Nursery’s focus on providing a warm and secure space for children and implementing various educational actions is promising. Their multi-reception approach, which caters to different age groups and aims to offer quality care, is an excellent initiative. Find out more