Val d'Isère Piste Map
Val d’Isère, paired with neighbouring Tignes, forms one of Europe’s most iconic ski areas — a dynamic playground of varied slopes and breathtaking alpine scenery. The resort itself boasts 152 km of skiable terrain, with a vertical drop of over 1600 m stretching from the summit of Pointe du Montet at 3456 m down to the base at 1850 m. From wide, open bowls to challenging descents and everything in between, the resort delivers something for every type of skier. The lift infrastructure is among the most modern in the Alps, with a mix of gondolas, high-speed chairs, and surface lifts providing efficient access across the mountain.
Beginners are well catered for in Val d’Isère, particularly around the base areas near Solaise and La Daille. These zones offer gentle green pistes, magic carpets, and dedicated beginner slopes designed to build confidence at a steady pace. The redesigned Solaise area now includes a covered surface lift and a beginner-friendly café, making it an ideal spot for families and first-timers. Blue pistes from the top of the Madeleine Express offer easy progression once skiers are ready to leave the nursery slopes behind.
Intermediate skiers will find endless enjoyment on the long blue and red pistes that criss-cross the Solaise and Bellevarde sectors. The runs down towards the village from the top of Toviere provide spectacular scenery and consistent gradients perfect for carving. One of the highlights for this level is the Col de l'Iseran area, where panoramic views accompany long, satisfying descents.
Advanced and expert skiers are drawn to Val d’Isère for its steep and technical pistes, with 45% of terrain classified as advanced or expert. The Face de Bellevarde, used in World Cup races, offers a formidable black run with tight turns and dramatic drops. For an added thrill, the black piste from the Leissières ridge provides both challenge and scenery as it weaves along the narrow crest between two valleys. Off the marked pistes, there are numerous high-mountain descents that reward experience and confidence, especially following fresh snowfall.
Val d’Isère’s landscape is one of its greatest assets — an expansive mix of high-altitude ridges, dramatic couloirs, and broad open slopes. The glacier area above Le Fornet ensures snow-sure skiing deep into spring, while lower wooded sections near La Daille are great for visibility during snowy days. The variety of settings makes the skiing here not just physically rewarding, but visually captivating too.