Sam Jackson
Nov, 20 2025- 4 mins
Les 2 Alpes: High Altitude Without the High Prices
Choosing a ski holiday can feel like a balancing act. Your budget, snow reliability, terrain variety, après-ski, accessibility, and value for money all matter.
The Snomad community ratings show that Les 2 Alpes ticks every box. Scoring an impressive 4.17/5.00 in the value-for-money category, it offers the highest-altitude skiing in France without the high prices. Here’s why it’s one of Europe’s best-value resorts.
1. High Altitude Fun
Altitude & Terrain: With a maximum elevation of 3,600m and a 2,300m vertical drop across 220km of pistes, Les 2 Alpes is among Europe’s snowiest and most varied ski areas.
Beginner – 16 runs (Rated 4.21/5.00)
Intermediate – 46 runs (4.08/5.00)
Advanced – 17 runs (4.09/5.00)
Expert – 10 runs (4.00/5.00)
Snow-sure destination: With over 75% of runs above 2,000m, conditions stay reliable throughout the season.
Europe's largest skiable glacier: Enjoy skiing from November to July in an upside-down resort with an abundance of wide, gentle blue runs even at the highest altitudes. The unique layout allows all levels to explore the entire mountain and enjoy breathtaking views typically reserved for expert skiers.
All of this comes at a fantastic price. A 6-day adult lift pass costs €326,50, compared with €409 in the 3 Valleys. That’s serious savings for top-tier terrain.
There's even crew and family passes which can save you further money. Booking with your group saves you some serious cash.
Snomad community member, Erin shares: “Been to Les 2 Alpes four times now such a great value for money resort! The majority of the slopes are at high altitude so there is great snow even in March!”
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2. The Alpine Feel
If you’re looking for a true alpine experience, Les 2 Alpes can certainly offer you that. With off-slope options ranging from guided excursions to relaxed après sessions.
Scoring 4.14/5.00, Les 2 Alpes’ dining options range from cosy crêperies to fine dining, keeping every palate (and budget) happy.
There’s accommodation (4.37/5.00 rating) for every budget; from self-catered apartments to luxury chalets with private chefs, Les 2 Alpes offers better value than many similar resorts.
Intermediate skier, Peter, says: “Great resort with a nice village feel. A really big ski area considering it isn't joined to other resorts. Good nightlife. Reasonably priced compared to other resorts.”
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3. Fantastic Après-Ski Energy
Les 2 Alpes scores a mega 4.36/5.00 for après-ski. France is renowned for its après-ski culture, and Les 2 Alpes is no exception. Famous for sunny terraces, lively bars, pubs and clubs, there are plenty of opportunities for table dancing well into the night. A great day here can easily last 24 hours!
Rise Festival brings in some of the biggest names in dance music and gives them a stage on the snow. You can even book accommodation, bundled with your festival ticket. These packages often include your lift pass too, offering some serious value for money
Advanced Skier, Grace, shares: “There for a ski festival with a group of friends, pretty budget friendly as resorts in France go. We had a great time!”
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4. Innovation Meets Authenticity
The resort is redefining what a modern mountain experience feels like: seamless, welcoming, and designed for real skiers and riders. Les 2 Alpes is evolving fast to deliver truly accessible, high-quality mountain experiences for everyone: families, friends, beginners and experts, there’s something for everyone.
Modern tech doing heavy lifting: The star of numerous upgrades to the lift system is the new Jandri, which transports 3000 people per hour from 1,650m to 3,200m. The journey takes less than 20 minutes, massively reducing early-morning queues and allowing you to ski more km per day, enhancing value for money even further.
Advanced skier Gabriela shares her experience: “All the lifts operated efficiently, and the queues moved smoothly. The slopes were beautifully prepared, and the weather was excellent, with many sunny days.”
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5. Long Seasons
The dizzying altitude makes Les 2 Alpes one of the first resorts to open and one of the last to close. This means more chances for skiing, from November until July!
As the season is so long and lifts run in all seasons, there’s plenty of opportunities to visit and enjoy everything the mountains have to offer. This means you’ll find even more deals over the course of the year!
Expert skier Philip shares: “We have been to Les Deux Alpes additionally for Summer skiing on 4 occasions, with its glacier being the largest skiable area in the Alps for July to August period, with the snow park maintained for all standards”
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One clear theme that runs through our community reviews is that Les 2 Alpes is a premium destination that offers great value for money. If you want a big-mountain experience with high-altitude skiing, but without the big-mountain prices then Les 2 Alpes should be top of your shortlist. Make sure you read the Les 2 Alpes resort guide to discover insider tips and browse skier reviews and ratings.
For in-depth information on specific runs, restaurants, and accommodations visit the Les 2 Alpes official site!
