Espace Killy Skiing

Undoubtedly one of the best ski areas in the world. The Espace Killy has someything for all skiers no matter what you tastes or skiing ability no matter whether you are staying in Tignes or Val d'Isere.

Beginner skiing Espace Killy ****

Of the two resorts that make up the Espace Killy (Tignes and Val d'Isere), Tignes is probably the one that is thought of as being most suitable for beginner skiers. There are plenty of gentle runs that can easily be accessed from the resort centre. The skiing is thought of as being a bit tougher on the Val d'Isere side but there are still 87 runs spread between the two resorts that are classed as green or blue, so there is plenty of beginner terrain in the Espace Killy.

Intermediate skiing Espace Killy *****

There is loads of intermediate skiing in the Espace Killy. Roughly 80% of the ski terrain in the area is classed as either blue or red and with 300km of piste on offer intermediate skiers will be able to ski day after day finding new terrain on each outing. There are some lovely tree lined runs in Val d'Isere as well as the lower parts of Tignes but for skiers who like big open pistes with plenty of space to manoeuvre, there are plenty of pistes like this as well.

Advanced skiing Espace Killy *****

Advanced skiers will love the challenge of the black runs that are on offer in the Espace Killy. The legendary Face de Bellevarde in Val d'Isere is one of the toughest runs on the area as is the high speed Trolles run down into the centre of Tignes Le Lac. A must try for advanced skiers is also the men's Olympic downhill run in Val d'Isere. There is also an abundance of off piste on offer and two of the best snowparks in the Alps for anyone who is looking for some freestyle action.

Off piste skiing Espace Killy ****

There is some fantastic off piste skiing in the Espace Killy but on a powder day you will have to get up early to make the most of it. There are always some seriously early birds who hit the slopes in both Val d'Isere and Tignes so if you are not out on first lifts then it is easy to get to midday and find that all the best lines have not just already been taken, but that the entire powder field is tracked out. Having said that, don't let it put you off because if you love off piste then you will love the Espace Killy. 'The Fingers' (an impressive set of couloirs that lead down towards Tignes) offer some of the most extreme off piste in the area but if you want something a little easier then check out the hidden valley leading down towards Val d'Isere. The entrance to the valley can be found at the bottom of the Tommeuses chairlift.

Snowboarding holidays Espace Killy *****

A snowboard holiday in the Espace Killy has almost everything for everyone! It has big wide open pistes for those who like to shed it up. but there are also great tree lined runs for those who like looking for natural hits and riding through tree lined powder after a fresh dump. On top of this there are also plenty of back bowls for powder hounds and for freestyle riders you will find two of Europe's best snowparks! To top it all off there is great nightlife in both Val d'Isere and Tignes. Tignes is probably thought of as being more snowboarder friendly with its more laid back vibe but both resorts will offer you a fantastic snowboarding holiday.