Alpe d'Huez Grand Domaine Ski, Alpine ski area in Oisans region, France
Alpe d'Huez Grand Domaine Ski spreads across mountain terrain linking seven villages connected by ski lifts and runs for all skill levels. The interconnected system lets visitors ski from one area to another throughout the day, exploring different parts of the mountainside.
Skiing began here in the 1930s and gradually expanded by connecting mountain villages with lifts and runs. What started as small-scale winter use grew into an integrated network that transformed these isolated communities.
The villages scattered across the slopes keep traditional mountain building styles and local customs alive. Skiing has become woven into daily life here, shaping how people in each village experience their home and community.
Snow coverage here remains reliable through the winter season thanks to snowmaking technology spread across the area. Visitors should dress in layers to adjust to changing conditions and plan to explore at their own pace across the linked villages.
The Sarenne run descends for an extraordinary length down the mountainside, making it one of Europe's longest unbroken ski routes. Many visitors tackle it as a full-day journey, experiencing varied terrain and views throughout the descent.
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