Tignes Le Lac ski holidays – Tignes Le Lac ski holidays are probably the most popular in the whole ski area of Tignes – its close proximity to the runs and the awe-inspiring scenery make it the favourite destination for skiers who frequent Tignes region.
Standing at 2100m above the sea level, Tignes Le Lac ski holidays boast stunning snow-covered pistes even in the worst time of the season when the rest of the resorts have only sludgy slopes to offer.
Basically, Tignes is a combination of three distinct villages; Tignes le Lac which is situated by the lake as the name suggests, Tignes le Lavachet which is the lowest among the three, and finally, Tignes Val Claret which is about 2 km up the valley, on the other side of the lake.
Tignes and Val d’Isère join to form one of the Europe’s premier ski destinations; Tignes-Val d’Isere ski area (formally known as Espace Killy) boasting excellently varied slopes, easy runs access and unrivalled ski lift system.
There is something for everyone, whether you’re a complete newbie or a pro skier.
Thanks to the magnificent La Grande Motte Glacier, skiing is excellent throughout the year. Its high altitude almost guarantees superb snow conditions, which also mean that the winter seasons begins as early as November and runs through to May.
For this reason, you can have a perfect skiing experience during the off-season (this also means bagging unbelievable discounts on both accommodation and ski passes!).
Tignes Accommodation
With five wide-spread villages with different characters and styles, it’s crucial to understand that Tignes accommodation greatly varies based on the exact location. It’s important to keep this in mind before you make your bookings.
However, this also means that you’ll have an array of options – whether you’re looking for a cosy chalet, a fancy hotel or a budget-friendly apartment, you’ll have a wide selection to choose from.
Basically, Tignes Le Lac and Val Claret (together they form Tignes 2100) are convenient bases. And although the rest of the villages are well interlinked to the ski area, Tignes 2100 has an edge with an excellent choice of chalets and hotels.
If you want to be close to the resort’s action, then Tignes 2100 is the perfect choice as it offers a great selection of shops, restaurants, and bars.
But if you’ll rather take in the laid-back version of the French ambiance, then Tignes Les Brévières and Tignes Les Boisses situated lower on the mountain would make the best hub.
Tignes Val Claret Piste Map
Check out the Tignes Val Claret piste map here
Luxury Ski Chalets Tignes
If you want your holiday to be a little over the top, luxury ski chalets Tignes options are endless. Here is an example;
If you’re looking for a tranquil, secluded location with easy access to the slopes and the centre of the resort, Chalet Nanouk in Tignes ticks all the boxes.
It’s a cosy and luxurious chalet offering a lot of extras that make a difference – from a steam room and a hot tub to a log fire and snug furniture this accommodation provides you with unrivalled comfort.
