Tignes (Alpes du Nord) - Paris may be 700 kilometres from Tignes, but the Savoyard resort is still a key stop-off point in the Olympic preparations of many champions who are obsessed with maximising their chances of winning a historic medal at this summer's Olympic Games on home soil.
For example, you may be lucky enough to come across the French athletics, handball or cycling teams during your stay. Or during your holiday, Tignes is breathtaking scenery at an altitude of 2100 metres, and a whole host of activities - sporting, relaxing and sensational. We tell you all about it.
What's new
We've chosen to introduce you to a useful new feature: the "My Tignes" multi-activity pass. It's the key to a whole host of sporting activities during your stay in Tignes. Among them: rifle shooting, tennis, mini-golf, water sports centre, Bike Park... Also, from this summer, all MyTignes passes (4 packages) include unlimited access to the Grande Motte funicular.
The longest funicular railway in France, the Perce-Neige takes you up to the foot of the Grande Motte glacier, at 3032 metres, in just 7 minutes, where you can admire the ice giant, enjoy the Panoramic terrace and take in the exceptional surroundings of the Vanoise National Park. Also new: all lifts are open non-stop from the time they open in the morning until they close at the end of the afternoon.
- Rates Prices: from €26 for children and €32 for adults, per week. Free for under-5s and over-75s.
Outdoor activities
An adrenalin rush at Acroland
Discover Acroland in Tignes, the ultimate playground for adrenaline-hungry holidaymakers. With three levels of difficulty and a variety of options including slides with springboards, bodyboarding tracks and inflatable buoys, there's something for everyone.
For optimum safety, you'll be supervised by seasoned professionals. Enough to reassure the reluctant. Practical info: the park is open from 22 June to 25 August from 11am to 7pm and from 26 August to 1 September from 2pm to 6pm.
- Prices : adults (+14 years) 21 euros, children (10-13 years) 14.70 euros, supervised session 27 euros
A game tour to discover the village of Les Brévières
Get together as a family and explore the village of Les Brévières. As you wander through the narrow streets, you'll come across a number of enigmas that will give you an original insight into a mountain village.
The visit will be punctuated with fascinating stories thanks to the presence of a guide-lecturer. Meet up on Sunday 14 July, from 3.00 pm to 4.30 pm, in front of Les Brévières church. Please note: you must register in advance.
- Rates free, with a limited number of places
Test laser biathlon
Make the most of your stay and try your hand at laser biathlon with friends or family. This activity, which is open to everyone and quite out of the ordinary, is a great way to share a moment of fun and a touch of competition!
Inspired by Nordic biathlon, laser biathletes have to put in a lot of physical effort, while maintaining the precision required for shooting.
- Rates Not communicated
Events not to be missed
The Cimalp Tignes Trail
Taking place on 17 and 18 August, this genuine mountain trail will take you along some of the most beautiful paths in the area, including the Vanoise National Park.
Technical but accessible, the Cimalp Tignes Trail will be held again in 2024 over three distances of 14 (740D+), 26 (1440D+) and 42 km (2630m D+), as well as three races for youngsters to cater for young runners aged 10 to 17. For the record, the last edition attracted no fewer than 700 runners from the four corners of the globe.
- Rates Not communicated
The "Écran total" show
A preview of Philippe Decouflé's Écran total on the shores of Lac de Tignes is undoubtedly the event not to be missed this summer. The choreographer of the opening ceremony of the 1992 Albertville Olympics has decided to bring his wildly original "performance show" to Tignes.
As night falls, professional dancers from the region will share the stage in an enchanting natural setting. A vibrant tribute to the beauty of movement, which defies time, to dance and the freedom it offers. See you on 13 July.
- Rates free of charge
The Tignes Golf Open
Perched at an altitude of over 2,100 metres, the 18-hole golf course at Tignes is the highest in Europe. Set below the Grande Motte glacier, with an exceptional view over the lake, it offers a panorama and contrasts that almost make you forget what's at stake!
For the second edition of the Tignes Open de Golf, taking place on 3 August, golfers will be able to perfect their swing to the sound of music. A little trivia: the 32-year-old professional golfer from Haute-Savoie, Adrien Saddier, has made this golf course one of his favourite summer training spots!
- Rates Not communicated
Our favourites
As is often the case, we've chosen an event to help the planet. There are several in Tignes, but "Chouchoute ta montagne" is the one we've chosen to present to you. For the 4th edition, to be held on 22 August, the resort is inviting locals and holidaymakers alike to clean up the mountain of litter.
In 2023, a total of 542 kg of rubbish was collected by the 150 participants! Also on the programme: events, awareness-raising workshops on the theme of ecology, local crafts... In short, this eco-friendly day promises to be a rich one. And don't forget that the volunteers who collect the most unusual items will be rewarded!
Where to sleep in Tignes ?
The Ynycio Residence
One of Tignes' most exotic establishments, the premium Ynycio residence will be welcoming holidaymakers for the first time from 6 July to 31 August 2024.
Far from the usual standards of mountain hotels, this 4* address in Tignes Val Claret is inspired by Argentinean ranches, with a chic, ethnic feel. After a day in the fresh air, you'll love the relaxation area with its hammam, swimming pool, sauna and jacuzzi.
- Rates From €32 per person per night or from €224 per week for flats for 4 to 8 people.
- Address 560, rue du Val Claret, 73320 Tignes
- Contact : 04 79 10 49 15
Hotel Village Montana
In this 4* mountain-style hotel, everything is designed to free you from the daily grind and allow you to make the most of your holiday.
The accommodation has an outdoor Nordic swimming pool and a spa with hammam, jacuzzi, saunas and solarium for relaxing moments. Good to know: half-board is available and there is a covered car park.
- Rates around 250 euros for two nights in early July with breakfast
- Address : rue des Almes, 73320 Tignes
- Contact : 04 79 40 01 44
Langley Hotel
Freshly renovated, the Langley Hotel in the centre of Tignes 2100 is one of the resort's most popular and sought-after hotels.
Located just 150 metres from the nearest ski lift, you can easily visit the village's bars, cafés and shops. Bonus: a spa with panoramic views, including a sauna, hammam and jacuzzi. That's all there is to it.
- Rates approx. 250 euros for two nights in early July, excluding breakfast
- Address : rue de la Poste, 73320 Tignes
- Contact : 04 79 06 54 58
Where to eat in Tignes ?
Le Planté de Bâton
With Savoyard specialities such as fondue, raclette and tartiflette, you'll have plenty of energy after a morning or day of mountain activities. Yes, who said these dishes could only be enjoyed in winter?
For those who prefer a lighter fare, the restaurant also serves delicious crêpes and galettes. The restaurant is open every day from 11am to 10.30pm from 1 July and until 31 August for the 2024 summer season.
- Rates Savoyard fondue at €25
- Address : Immeuble les neiges d'Or Pied du télésiège des Tufs, 73320 Tignes
- Contact : 04 79 08 47 88
The Moose
The Moose is the ideal place to relax. Now located opposite the post office, its new location offers customers a more pleasant experience.
With its huge terrace, wide selection of rums, tasty menu of burgers and tapas, and friendly staff, it's clear: you don't need much to be happy. This summer, the restaurant is open from 16 June to 1 September.
- Rates Not communicated
- Address : 309 Rue de la Poste, 73320 Tignes
- Contact : 04 79 55 28 90
Le Panoramic
As its name suggests, the establishment offers an exceptional view: a 360° panorama of the ski area. It combines a restaurant, a canteen and a snack take-away area to satisfy every taste.
In the kitchen, the father and son chef duo bring out the best in dishes cooked over a wood fire, as well as exceptional meats, fish and vegetables cooked in the huge open fireplace. It's a raw, gourmet cuisine, with quality produce, worked simply and cooked to perfection. What more could you ask for?
- Rates This winter, veal chops from our regions were priced at 64 euros.
- Address : Glacier de la Grande Motte, 73320 Tignes
- Contact : 04 79 06 47 21
How to get to Tignes ?
Remember to use the " GoTignes "This will allow you to create your itinerary and book it at the same time.
- By car
To reach the resort by road, take the A430 Chambéry-Albertville motorway, then the dual carriageway to Moutiers, the N90 to Bourg-Saint-Maurice, and finally the D902 to Tignes.
- By plane
The nearest airport to Tignes is Chambéry, but there are more flights to Lyon and Geneva. These airports are good alternatives.
- By train
The nearest train station to Tignes is Bourg St Maurice, around 40 minutes away by bus or taxi.
> Good to know: to get around Tignes, you can take advantage of the free shuttle service and electric scooters in summer!
Tignesin brief
This summer, go ahead and head for the mountains for your holidays. Treat yourself to a refreshing break at altitude, far from the crowded tourist resorts of Tignes. The destination, which is particularly lively in summer, invites you to discover the Alps and Savoie.
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Tignes is also committed to the environment. Since last summer, the resort has been accelerating its energy, environmental and social transition, with the aim of becoming a fully sustainable territory by 2030.