Tignes

Travel Guide
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In the heart of the Tarentaise Valley, in the department of Savoie, Tignes is a legendary winter sports resort.

This ski resort caters to all tastes, whether you are a skier, sunseeker, shopping lover or hiking enthusiast. Made up of several villages at various altitudes (Les Brévières at 1,550m, Tignes1800 at 1,800m, Les Boisses at 1,850m, Le Lavachet at 2,050m, Le Lac at 2,100m and Val Claret at 2,150m), it offers over 300km of slopes with the highest point being the Grande Motte glacier at an altitude of 3,656m.

Originally a mountain village, Tignes was destroyed in 1952 during the construction of the Chevril dam. The village was then re-established at a higher altitude to become one of the world's largest ski areas where, along with Val d'Isère, it forms the Espace Killy. The resort hosted three freestyle skiing events during the 1992 Winter Olympics.

Explore the parish church of Saint-Jacques de Tignes, a replica of the original, which was submerged under the dam's waters, the statue of the Dame du lac and the ice cave.

Tignes also has fitness centres, a swimming pool and a bowling alley. In summer, Tignes lake offers water sports. In winter, you can even try ice diving with professionals. If you're a golf-lover, you can boast that you've played on Europe's highest course. There are also several mountain bike and dirt bike tracks. Tignes is on the edge of the Vanoise National Park, where the wildlife and plant life are protected.

To reach Tignes by car, take the RN90 expressway from Albertville, heading for Aime, the Bourg-Saint-Maurice exit off the D902, then the D87. The resort can also be reached by high-speed train, arriving at Bourg-Saint-Maurice station, just under 20 miles away from Tignes. Buses or taxis will take you from the station to the resort. Tignes can also be reached from Lyon-Saint'Exupéry, Geneva and Chambéry-Savoie airports.

Tignes offers reinvigorating breaks all year round!

Hôtel Tignes Le Diva
Hôtel Tignes Le Diva
3 out of 5
Route de la Grande Motte, Tignes, Savoie
Stay at this 3-star ski hotel in Tignes. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a free area shuttle. Popular attractions Tignes Ski Resort and Tichot Ski Lift ...
7.6/10 Good! (95 reviews)
"Great access to the slopes. ice of breakfast and easy to get into the village for dinner."

Reviewed on 2 Apr,2024

Hôtel Tignes Le Diva
Hôtel Village Montana by Les Etincelles
Hôtel Village Montana by Les Etincelles
4 out of 5
221 Chemin de l'Aiguille Rouge, Tignes, Savoie
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Tignes. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Tignes Ski Resort and Paquis Ski Lift are ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (92 reviews)
"Room was spacious and comfortable, very great atmosphere. Breakfast and bar staff were amazing and incredibly friendly. Highly recommend staying here as you will not be disappointed with your stay! Very clean hotel and great area to stay in if you are in Tignes :)"

Reviewed on 17 Aug,2024

Hôtel Village Montana by Les Etincelles
Hôtel Le Diamond Rock
Hôtel Le Diamond Rock
5 out of 5
Route du Rosset, Tignes
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Tignes. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Tignes Ski Resort and Rosset Ski Lift ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (27 reviews)
"The ski room staff was fantastic! The meals were incredible. Overall an amazing trip that we will remember for years to come. Would definitely go again!"

Reviewed on 22 Mar,2024

Hôtel Le Diamond Rock
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Résidence Club MMV l'Altaviva
Résidence Club MMV l'Altaviva
4 out of 5
L'Altaviva, ZAC des Boisses, Tignes, Savoie
Stay at this 4-star spa residence in Tignes. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Tignes Ski Resort and Marais ...
9/10 Wonderful! (62 reviews)
"We went here last year and we liked it a lot, this year was even better. Starting from the people at the reception, kind and welcoming, to the amazing animation that took care of our evenings, the kids loved it. We will definitely go back. Thank you very much for everything"

Reviewed on 13 Apr,2024

Résidence Club MMV l'Altaviva
CGH Résidences & Spas Le Kalinda
CGH Résidences & Spas Le Kalinda
4 out of 5
Tignes 1800, Tignes, Savoie
Stay at this 4-star spa residence in Tignes. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the property condition in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (58 reviews)
"Excellent, great for family stays"

Reviewed on 2 Mar,2023

CGH Résidences & Spas Le Kalinda
Résidence Pierre & Vacances Inter-Résidences
Résidence Pierre & Vacances Inter-Résidences
2 out of 5
Tignes Val Claret, Tignes
Book a stay at this ski residence in Tignes. Enjoy a sauna, WiFi (surcharge), and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Tignes Ski Resort and Tignes Lake Golf ...
7.2/10 Good! (7 reviews)
Great for a solo stay in a basic room.
"Found this place a great hotel for my solo stay in Tignes. Service was excellent and friendly and amenities including a ski locker and tons of hot water very good indeed."

Reviewed on 12 Mar,2023

Résidence Pierre & Vacances Inter-Résidences
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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5/5 - Excellent

Tom

Excellent skiing and resort. I would recommend this hotel!

5/5 - Excellent

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A beautiful surprise A fantastic advert for France Thankyou for a great week