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    Les 2 Alpes winter 2025 Pyrene Duffau 10 min
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    27 August 2025 08:00Updated:27 August 2025 12:17

    Free shuttles, night-time activities... Here's what's new this winter in Les 2 Alpes

    At 2 AlpsWinter promises to be busy, innovative and full of promise. There's plenty new on the slopes and in the resort: new runs, redesigned infrastructure, new experiences and ambitious investment. Here's a look at what's in store for holidaymakers this season.

    With the new Jandri cable car Inaugurated in winter 2025, access to summits up to 3,400 metres is now faster, more comfortable and more environmentally-friendly. Skiers are already welcoming this technological change: customer satisfaction has risen from 7.46 to 8.33.

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    Safety is also a key priority, with the Ski Safe Team On the slopes: 77 ski patrollers dedicated to prevention and advice are on hand every day to help skiers and snowboarders ski more responsibly. On the slopes, beginners are in the spotlight with new dedicated areas at 2,100 m and 2,600 m, guaranteeing that they can learn to ski at altitude all season long.

    New developments in the ski area

    And the new features don't stop there: a new "Balade du Jandri" blue trail offers a contemplative itinerary between 3,200 and 2,800 m, ideal for slow skiing, while at Vallée Blanche, the green run will complete the range of night skiing already accessible on a red runway.

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    Add to that a Extended parallel slalom at La TouraA reorganised sector with new conveyor belts, and an automatic photo point at Bellecombe: everything has been designed to enhance the experience.

    There's a rich programme of thrills and spills. Hybrid vehicles Snooc and Yooner are a fun way to rediscover the joys of skiing, day and night. Lovers of unspoilt nature can venture out in the snowshoeing to the summit, up to 3,000 mor take advantage of night walks with wildlife observationThese are both sporting and educational.

    The resort in the midst of a metamorphosis

    Les 2 Alpes is also investing in off-ski activities. La renovated swimming pool and ice rink will reopen this winter, with a sustainable design incorporating heat recovery and enhanced accessibility.

    Les 2 Alpes March 2025 Pyrene Duffau 5 min
    (Photo © Pyrène Duffau)

    In terms of accommodation, there are two emblematic hotels, Le Sherpa and La Belle Étoilewill be completely transformed by 2026. L'family hotel Les Mélèzes has been awarded its 4th star, while a new residential complex, L'AlpeggioIt will offer 51 top-of-the-range flats with spa, swimming pool and concierge service.

    The restaurant offer is not to be outdone: La Patache becomes Belle Étoile on the Crêtes, a symbolic return to this high-altitude site created in 1976, and the 3200 renews the culinary experience at 3,200 m, with snacks, self-service and a new bistronomic menu overlooking the glaciers.

    Free electric shuttles

    Finally, local creativity is expressed through Romey-UpThis is the project of Romane Kerjean-Ney, a local child, who gives new life to used paraglider sails by upcycling them into unique pieces.

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    The station is continuing its commitment to Green Snowflake label with a network of eight free electric shuttle routes serving villages and the resort until 11pm, and a "Les Glaciers" car park to make arrivals easier.

    On the digital side, a interactive map Now you can plan your stay and find out what's on offer locally, while seven self-service terminalsThe Tourist Office's reception has been modernised, with a special focus on children.

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