Tignes - January 2022
January 16th – 23rd 2022
The SNOW-CATS make a welcome return to Tignes, France, this season after a year off. Tignes was the venue for the clubs 50th Anniversary celebration holiday in 2017 where over 100 Snowcats assembled to enjoy one of the best weeks the club has ever had. Come with us to Tignes once again to repeat the fun!
The pretty alpine resort of Tignes is one of the best loved French skiing destinations and is the convivial warm heart of the legendary ‘Espace Killy’ ski area which fully deserves ranking among the world’s elite ski areas.
Tignes, France
With fantastic snow cover year on year, an impressive terrain, glacier skiing on the Grand Motte plus it shares the huge ski area with neighbouring Val d’Isère, Tignes is one of the most dependable ski areas in France.
Made up of 5 villages varying in altitudes, what Tignes lacks in charm due to it’s appearance it certainly compensates by the superb ski area, amenities and entertainment. It is hugely practical for the pistes, has the best snow and can be lively.
Le Lac has many restaurants, bars and shops. On the slopes there’s easy access to the lower resorts in Tignes.
The name of the oldest skiing region of the Savoie Alps says it all. Named after Jean Claude Killy, the triple downhill Olympic winner of Grenoble in 1968, the Espace Killy ski area encompasses three mountains and two valleys, and joins the two regions Val d‘Isère and Tignes. Two of the most distinct mountains of the Vanoise-Massive, Mont.
Pourri (3779 m) in the North and the Grande Motte (3656 m) in the South form the tips of a skiing region that blends into wide, gentle slopes towards the valley. With 159 runs totaling some 300 km of pistes, the terrain range for skiers is generous, offering variety for every ability level from steady intermediate to expert.
Thanks to the numerous blue and red slopes, the Espace Killy is the ideal destination for beginners and intermediates. Our more advanced skiers can enjoy the extensive off- piste terrain, glacier slopes on the Grande Motte, and runs through the woods to Val d’Isere and the villages below Tignes. There’s also the world famous Rocher de Bellevarde run in Val d ́Isère, a tamed version of the men’s Olympic downhill track. The area is also famous for its mogul runs at Solaise and the ski canyon stretching into the stunning Gorges de Malpasset. Put simply, the Espace Killy has extensive terrain and variety for all ability levels.
THE SNOW-CATS 51st ANNUAL CHAMPIONSHIP
The 51st Snowcats Annual Open Championship Race (Flèche) will take place during the week. There are prizes for all standards, beginners through experts with a prize-giving in the Chalet / Hotel in the evening.
If you don’t want to race, no problem. We’ll have warming drinks for those who just want to support the racers. It’s a great atmosphere.
Skiing in Espace Killy
Click the piste map for a larger view.
Lift Passes
The price of an adult lift pass was 324€ for the 2019-2020 season. Tigne offers a reduction of €30 per pass when between 4 and 7 passes are bought in a single purchase, this is called a Tribu.
If you’re over 75 then the list pass in Tigne is free but you will need to collect it from the lift office and present your passport to prove your age.
Espace Killy Facts
- No. of lifts: 87
- No. of pistes: 159
- Total Piste length: 300km
- Highest lift: 3445m
Chalet Hotel Aiguille Percée
This Alpine hotel has plenty of charm and a great location that ensures both the slopes and the shops are within easy reach. Just a step outside the Chalet Hotel Aiguille Percée, and you will be greeted by gorgeous views of the Lac de Tignes and the Grand Motte glacier. It’s only a 100 metre walk to the main gondola which will whisk you up to the vast Tignes ski area or just around the corner, you’ll find yourself in the main square where the ski schools meet up. It couldn’t be better!
Chalet Hotel Aiguille Percée
Situated in the heart of the village of Tignes Le Lac this cosy chalet hotel had an extensive refurbishment. Guest rooms have a modern rustic feel, with the majority having new bathrooms. Choose from twins, doubles and triples to interconnecting and family suites. For those wanting to relax after a hard day on the slopes, there’s an indoor swimming pool plus a steam room and sauna to soothe any aches and pains away.
Food at Chalet Hotel Aiguille Percee
The friendly staff will serve you a full English or continental breakfast to set you up for the day, followed by an afternoon tea in the dining room overlooking the mountains and picturesque surroundings, ensuring there’s plenty of homemade cakes, juices and assorted teas to go round.
Evening dinner is the perfect time to reflect on your day on the slopes and unwind.
One evening a week dinner is not served in the chalet hotel allowing you the opportunity to dine out at one of the excellent local restaurants.
Ski Groups
Skiing in groups of about 5-8 people is an important aspect of Snowcat club skiing. We offer multiple groups of like-ability skiers to suit most standards, so providing your ability level is intermediate (see below note) through to expert, we can offer a well-matched group for you.
Winter Walkers
Tignes offers some great adventures for our walking group and non-skiers. Take a picturesque walk on the network of winter walking trails, allowing walks right across the Tignes and Val d’Isere valleys with the help of a few lifts and a pedestrian lift pass. Most end up at a suitable hostelry where you can enjoy a nice lunch.
You can also enjoy the Tignes Aqua Centre where there’s a swimming pool, sauna and wellness paradise providing relaxation after a hard day. You can go snowshoeing, snow-tubing, ice climbing, dog sledding, snow-mobiling, paragliding, horse riding on snow, speed riding, ice driving, micro-lighting and ice diving. A busy week! You can also enjoy shopping & lunching in Tignes array of couture retail, cafés and restaurants.
Bookings Details
Total Price £955 (£200 discounted from brochure price)
£200 deposit payable upon booking please
£755 balance due by 1st October 2021
Travel
Our travel to Tignes is a Sunday morning departure from Gatwick to Grenoble. Alternative flights from Manchester, Birmingham & Bristol are also available (£35 suppliment).
A Scotland flight & transfer will be booked once booking numbers become clear.
Insurance
The Snowcats does not provide any form of travel insurance so we ask that party members arrange their own Travel / Ski Insurance.
Booking Conditions
Please see the main Conditions of Business page, relating to the operation of these holidays.
Ski Carriage
Cost £60 – needs pre-paid through the Snowcats prior to departure.