Tignes Le Lac – Ski holidays with direct access to the slopes in France: Tignes Le Lac has one major advantage: your day’s skiing practically begins on your doorstep. The resort is situated at an altitude of around 2,100 metres, in the heart of the French Savoy region, and is laid out in such a way that you can reach the slopes without having to make any major detours. Skiers, snowboarders and families gather around the central snow-covered area each morning. Just a few minutes later, the first of them are already on the lift. With no long transfers, there’s more time for what you’ve come here for: snow and mountains. Above the village, the slopes of the Tignes–Val d’Isère ski area open up. In total, there are around 300 kilometres of slopes available, ranging from gentle practice slopes to wide runs and challenging sections. From Tignes Le Lac, the Palafour and Tovière lifts take you straight into the heart of the action. Those who like to clock up the kilometres can ski all the way over to Val d’Isère during the day. Others stay on the slopes above Tignes and prefer to enjoy a second run down their favourite run. The Grande Motte glacier is also part of this extensive ski area. This makes planning pleasantly flexible: one day the plan might be relaxed skiing with the family, the next more challenging slopes beckon. Even if you’re out and about with skiers of varying abilities, you don’t have to stick to a single pace. You can simply meet up again later in the village, rather than having to stay together all day. Yet Tignes Le Lac is more than just a practical base for skiing. The village owes its name to the mountain lake, which lies hidden beneath a blanket of snow in winter. Behind it rise steep slopes and rugged peaks. Especially in the late afternoon, when the light softens and the last skiers return, this landscape reveals its own unique character. A short walk with a view of the lake is well worth it, even after a long day on the slopes. The village is lively yet unpretentious. Ski hire shops, sports shops, cafés and restaurants are all close together; many accommodation options are within easy reach of the lifts. After a day’s skiing, you might fancy a plate of tartiflette, a drink on the sun terrace or a quiet hour at the Le Lagon spa and wellness centre. Those looking for a change of pace will also find snowshoe walks and unusual winter activities such as ice diving on offer. Tignes Le Lac is therefore ideal for guests who want to spend as much time outdoors as possible on their skiing holiday, without having to do without the amenities of a lively holiday resort. Whether it’s your first turns on the slopes, long days’ skiing with friends or a family winter holiday: here, the mountains set the daily rhythm – and that’s exactly what makes a stay here so appealing.
