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©Great skiing with friends|Tristan Shu

Val d'Isère opening date Winter season 2025-2026

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Discover the official opening dates of the 2025-2026 winter season! Whether you’re an avid downhill skier, a snowboarder or you just love snow-covered landscapes, get ready to enjoy exceptional conditions on our slopes from late November to early May.

It’s a date! 29th November 2025 to 3rd May 2026

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Ski resort opening weekend First Tracks Saturday 29th and Sunday 30th November 2025

Equipment testing Skis & snowboards

For Val d’Isère’s opening weekend, come and try the latest equipment from the biggest ski and snowboard brands, in the test village at the foot of the slopes.

Skiing with friends in Val d'Isère + Ski Force logoSkiing with friends in Val d'Isère + Ski Force logo
©Skiing with friends in Val d'Isère + Ski Force logo|Tristan Shu
The brand village during the winter Premières Traces weekend in Val d'IsèreThe brand village during the winter Premières Traces weekend in Val d'Isère
©The brand village during the winter Premières Traces weekend in Val d'Isère|Yann ALLEGRE
Skiing with friends in Val d'Isère + Ski Force logoSkiing with friends in Val d'Isère + Ski Force logo
©Skiing with friends in Val d'Isère + Ski Force logo|Tristan Shu
The brand village during the winter Premières Traces weekend in Val d'IsèreThe brand village during the winter Premières Traces weekend in Val d'Isère
©The brand village during the winter Premières Traces weekend in Val d'Isère|Yann ALLEGRE
    Brands to test for free

      Back in pictures on Premières Traces

      Premières Traces 2 & 3 Décembre 2023
      Premières Traces 2 & 3 Décembre 2023
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      Discover the village of Val d'Isère in winter

      Val d’Isère is committed to retaining its authentic, pioneering spirit and giving you the true mountain experience.

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      ©Mg 5968|Yann ALLEGRE
      Road conditions
      Val d’Isère welcomes you all year round. Check road conditions and traffic information to avoid unpleasant surprises 🙂 Have a good trip!
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      ©Family with children petting sled dogs in Val d'Isère's Manchet valley|Anna Ivanova
      For families
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      ©Interior of L'Edelweiss restaurant in Val d'Isère|Alicia Raffin
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      ©Saint-Charles Bridge under the snow with winter walkers|Caroline Bonnet
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      ©Summer Ski 24 Esther V 200|Esther Vittot
      The village shops
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      © Skiers and snowboarders on the slopes of Val d'Isère|Tristan Shu
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      Try out new disciplines or go on an adventure accompanied by a mountain guide to discover the hidden faces of the mountains! We’re looking forward to some great days...
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      ©Grand Ski Tristan Shu 21.01 42|Tristan Shu
      Skipass and lift pass purchases
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      ©Bellevarde summit|Yann ALLEGRE
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      ©Snowshoeing 16878|Corentin Valençot
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      ©Landscape Summer Sunset|Yann ALLEGRE
      Weather forecast
      Whether you’re making your holiday arrangements or have already arrived in Val d’Isère, check the weather report to ensure you get the most out of your activities 🙂
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      ©Family with children at the summit of Solaise in winter in Val d'Isère|Tristan Shu
      Famille Plus quality label
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      ©Snowshoeing 16862|Corentin Valençot
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