Tignes Ski Resort

• Nearest town: Bourg-St-Maurice
• Resort Altitude (metres): 2100m
• Ski Season: December to May
• Mountain Range: French Alps at L'Espace Killy.
• Number of Lifts: 47
• Highest Lift (metres): 3450m
• Lowest Lift (metres): 1900m
• Number of Slopes: 65
• Snowboarding: Yes, a park with a halfpipe.
• Cross Country (km): 20km

Tignes Ski Information

General information

With plenty of shopping in the outlets, it is well worth window shopping or even stopping to purchase a gift or sit at one of the many cafes for a cup of espresso or mulled wine. There is a choice of 3 fitness centres in Tignes for beauty treatments, a warming sauna or swim. The village museum is of interest for pictures of Tignes from before skiing was invented and the local resistance to the damn. The hiking is first class and you may be lucky enough to see rock Marmottes or even Golden Eagles soaring high above the snowy tundra, and the panoramas from the peaks are something else.

• Languages: French
• Temperatures: 4.9c
• Driving: Right hand side
• Emergency contact numbers: All Emergencies 112
• Population: 2232
• Religion: 90% Catholic
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Apres-ski

Apres ski in Tignes is on the lively side, but if it's a romantic evening at a French country restaurant you are wanting or pub grub at The Red Lion, the choice is yours. Cafe De La Post often hosts a live band and reggae is popular. The Loop is a good all round venue as there are quiz nights and DJs thump out the latest hits (Not on the same night) The two discos are Jacks Club and Pulp and are both popular late night/early morning venues.

Overview

Tignes is located high up in an area known as L'Espace Killy, Savoie. The resort has over 300km of piste skiing and much off piste (You will need a guide). The high altitude makes for a prolonged ski season and it's Grande Motte glacier makes the resort good to go most of the year. Built in the 60s, it's a bit run down, but the top level skiing more than makes up for this fact. All levels of competence are well catered for and experts are spoiled for choice. Childcare facilities are great and there are some good restaurants in the village. Snowboarders have a park to play in and the other snow sports include cross country, skidoos, telemark and snow shoeing.

Tignes Attractions

Top Attractions

Tignes Parks & Gardens

Snowpark - The new snowpark is one of the most popular places in town. The team constantly changes the orientation of the park, and are always available for some instructon. There are a table top and hips and handrails of all sizes, for getting big air or working on your first tricks. The park caters for all levels of experience, with 1 beginners' pipe and 1 pro pipe.

Tignes Lake - This beautiful lake is a great place to go and relax, but there is much more on offer. There are a range of sports on offer: volleyball; boules; table tennis; table football; children's playground; and much more. If you're looking for some quiet time to relax, try some fishing. The Tignes lake is not to be missed when visiting the town.

Tignes Restaurants and Bars

Tignes Restaurants

Daffy's Cafe Tex Mex - Located in Le Val Claret Centre. This is one of the most popular cafes in town, with locals and tourists alike. It is a great place to go and grab a quick bite to eat, they serve an excellent range of Tex Mex food at reasonable prices.

L'Armailly - Located in Les Brevieres. This restaurant and pizzeria is very popular with both the locals and tourists. They serve a wide range of pizzas and pastas, at very reasonable prices. This is a great family restaurant, with a warm and friendly atmosphere.

La Cote de Boeuf - Located at Le Lac Le Bec Rouge. This is one of the best restaurants in town, they serve a range of excellent local dishes and have a good selection of French wines. It is popular with both the locals and tourists. The prices are a little above average, but the food is well worth the extra.

Tignes Bars & Clubs

Alpaka Cocktail Bar - Located in Le Lac Rosset. This is one of the hippest and trendiest bars in town, it is very popular with the locals and tourists alike. This is a great place to sip on a few cocktails, while meeting some new people.

Harri's Bar - Located in Le Lavachet. This bar is very popular with tourists, who are looking for something a little more familiar to an english style bar. They serve a wide range of beers and wines, there is a dart board for a couple of games of arrows. This is a great place to have a drink and meet some fellow tourists.

Piano Bar du Montana - Located in Les Almes. This bar is an excellent place to go if you're looking for a more relaxed evening out, listen to some mellow live music. It is popular with both the locals and tourists. They serve a range of beers, wines and spirits at reasonable prices.