
Chalet Friandise
Chalets | Sleeps 8
Chalet Board
13.12.21 from
£810pp
What's included?
- Town centre: 250m
- Ski in / Ski out: No
Standard opening times
Monday – Friday | 9am - 5.30pm |
Special dates
Christmas Eve | 9am - 1pm |
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Something for everyone; a great for area beginners and families. The longest black run in Europe and more for the advanced skier. Plus a pretty good chance at bluebird days!
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Sitting atop white clouds of snow at a respectable 1,860m lies the ski resort of Alpe d’Huez, also known as l’ile au soleil, or the island in the sun, the nickname the resort has been given thanks to the 300 sunny days it receives on average per year. But what about the snow? Well, worry not, as this beautiful site was specially chosen to host a purpose-built ski resort because it offers the ultimate winter sport combination of snowy nights and sunny days.
The 250km of pistes extend across a terrain that tops out at a mighty 3,330m on the Pic Blanc glacier, guaranteeing a snow-sure ski holiday, even if you may have to get up a little earlier for the spring skiing.
Alpe d’Huez ski resort is a fantastic all-rounder with something for everyone; there are runs both on and off the piste to suit every taste and ability level, making it perfect for family ski holidays and mixed ability ski groups.
Spread out over four separate quarters, Alpe d’Huez accommodation ranges from basic to luxurious but most offer good access to the pistes. This includes a range of acommodation types including chalets, hotels as well as ski apartments. There are also a host of options for non-skiers plus some sparkling choices for après-ski and late-night partying, and although slightly lacking in traditional Savoyard charm, you are more likely to meet French skiers here than in a lot of the bigger resorts more well-known to a British clientele.
Keep reading to learn more about this resort and why to go on an Alpe D'Huez ski holiday.
Alpe d’Huez skiing boasts an amazing variety of slopes over its four sectors and with 250km of pistes, some outstanding off-piste runs, a glacier and two snow parks, not to mention the longest black run in the Alps. So there really is something for everyone.
Ski Alpe d’Huez and the higher you go, the steeper it gets! Skiers will find the perfect mix of wide gentle greens towards the bottom of the mountain, challenging blues and reds in the middle and steep and demanding blacks at the top, although most corners of the domain are accessible on gentler pistes. The high altitude does mean that most runs are above the tree line, but all those bluebird days mean you won’t miss them too much.
Advanced skiers may find the tough high runs closed when bad weather does arrive, but all will be forgiven when you get to carve up the Sarenne, the longest black piste in the Alps. Dropping the awesome 2210 vertical metres over 17km from the top of the Pic Blanc takes over an hour, it is one of the most advanced pisted runs in the world. But if it's speed that makes you freak, you may prefer to sample the sheer unpisted delights of the Tunnel – if you do, you know you are at the top of your game!
Sector-wise, beginners and families will enjoy Vaujany’s cruisy and picturesque northwest facing blue and red runs. Intermediates should brave the vertigo-inspiring down and up Auris chairlift to sample the north-facing reds on the Auris side, whilst experts should find the yellow brick road over to the village of Oz to shred some excellent off-piste and tree runs. Boarders and park rats can get their kicks in the resort’s two snow parks, on the challenging boarder cross or dropping in on the natural half-pipe, Le Couloir. Beginners will also want to make like the pros on the smaller kickers and rails in the beginner park just above the village.
The Alpe d'Huez Grand Domaine Ski (full area) lift pass gives you unlimited access to the 84 ski lifts and 250km of piste within the Alpe d'Huez Grand Domaine Ski area.
Family lift passes are available in Alpe d’huez and you can book them online up to 10 days in advance of your first days' skiing.
One of the best things for those looking to ski Alpe d’Huez is the range of extra activities you can try. Here are some options:
Anyone with an aversion to sleeping whilst on a skiing holiday will also not be disappointed with the choice of nightlife on offer near their Alpe d’Huez accommodation.
If you’re not enjoying the ease of an Alpe d’Huez chalet holiday or are looking for somewhere good to eat on the host’s nights off, Alpe d’Huez offers a range of 60 restaurants, including many that depart from the usual tartiflette and raclette.
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Organising ski hire has never been easier. Select your preferred departure date and see what discounts we offer when you pre-book. (Please note helmets are not included. Please call if you'd like to hire one).
Bronze | Silver | Gold | Platinum | Ski Saver | ||
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Adult (13+ yrs) | Skis | Poles | £89 £81 | £103 £93 | £112 £101 | £128 £115 |
Book your ski hire at the same time as purchasing any lift pass and save an additional £20 per person |
Ski | Poles | Boots | £117 £105 | £133 £120 | £146 £132 | £172 £154 | ||
Snowboard | £103 £93 | £112 £101 | ||||
Snowboard | Boots | £133 £120 | £146 £132 | ||||
Child (7-12 yrs) | Skis | Poles | £69 £62 | £89 £81 | |||
Ski | Poles | Boots | £94 £85 | £117 £105 | ||||
Snowboard | £89 £81 | |||||
Snowboard | Boots | £117 £105 |
A lift pass is a necessity for every ski holiday and often a sizeable chunk of your holiday budget. As a result, and using our 35 years of experience, we have sought great value prices for you, so browse via resort and date to see how much you can save!
Six Day Full Area Pass | Ski Saver | |
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Senior (65-71 yrs) | £156 |
Book your ski hire at the same time as purchasing any lift pass and save an additional £20 per person |
Adult (13-64 yrs) | £179 | |
Child (5-12 yrs) | £143 |
No matter what level you are – first time skier to seasoned pro, everyone can find ski tutorial to suit their level. Browse our ski lessons via date to see our current rates. Prices based on morning lessons – subject to availability.
Ski school is available to book as part of your holiday package. Please call our ski experts on 0330 102 8004 if you need any assistance.
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