What’s New In Val d’Isere For 24 -25
Val d’Isère is delighted to announce its latest updates for the winter 2024/2025 season, as the picturesque alpine resort prepares to open for another magical season on the slopes from the 30th November 2024 - 4th May 2025. With highly-anticipated new hotel openings as well as exciting new restaurants and enhanced après-ski and entertainment offerings, plus a brand new gondola and stellar deals, Val d’Isère prepares to welcome guests for a standout season.
Admire Val d'Isère’s outstanding landmarks and scenery including the Col de l'Iseran, the village, the church belltower, La Face black slope and the ski area, Ouillette lake, Vanoise National Park, and so much more, in Val d’Isère’s new film.
Skiers won’t want to miss ‘First Tracks’, the opening weekend where ski passes are priced at just €61 per day from the 30th November - 1st December 2024, and other special deals are on offer for both self-catered and hotel accommodation when booking direct through Val d’Isère Reservations.
Experimental Chalet Val d’Isère - A chic new hotel raising the bar for Val d’Isère’s accommodation scene
In the heart of the old village just a stone’s throw from the slopes, the four-star Experimental Chalet Val d’Isère is set to open in winter 2024 designed by Dorothée Milichzon. Boasting 113 bedrooms, suites and loft apartments, the unique design will evoke the essence of the surrounding alpine forests with a nod to the Savoie region, including wooden features and earthy tones. Experimental Chalet will house two restaurants - one a rustic retreat serving a tasty wood fire menu of traditional dishes and all things cheese, and the other serving hearty sharing platters amongst cosy decor. There will also be a tranquil spa and an Experimental Cocktail Club where stylish skiers can enjoy expertly crafted après-ski cocktails and pre-dinner drinks.
Vallon Gondola - A faster and safer experience reaching new heights
New for 2024, Val d’Isère is proud to announce its Vallon Gondola, offering an optimised ride up the high-altitude slopes to the Pisaillas Glacier for up to ten passengers at a time, reaching an impressive 2,790m in under seven minutes! The new gondola promises a quicker, safer and more comfortable experience, and most importantly, one with a lower environmental impact on the natural area.
Folie Douce - Where the fun never stops for all the family
Travellers will be transported to a world of entertainment at the famed La Folie Douce, serving up heaps of fun for all ages. During the school holidays, little skiers can take to the dance floor to enjoy fancy-dress and a DJ at an exclusive kids-only party. As well as this, there is a children’s club with live entertainers from 3:30pm throughout the season, featuring an enriching programme of hands-on workshops, snow sculpture crafting, mini golf and other games designed to work up an appetite for a snack at La Petite Cuisine.
For parents, early mornings can be spent on a private, chef-guided tour of the Folie Douce kitchens to learn how to make traditional homemade apple turnovers, followed by an indulgent breakfast overlooking Mont Blanc and finishing with a lively cabaret rehearsal. Those who prefer a moment of relaxation can opt for the weekly Yoga Brunch instead, which features an indoor or outdoor yoga, pilates, or gym session at one of the special winter wellness rendez-vous. For foodies, La Folie Douce will be celebrating 30 years of La Fruitière with a cheese festival from the 16th - 22nd December; expect festivities with local cheesemakers and Michelin-star chefs as well as a closing banquet to honour and highlight the history of cheese.
Gourmet Galore - New restaurants promising alpine indulgence
Airelles Val d’Isère is delighted to be opening its doors on the 6th December with a brand new Italian dining concept, Palladio. Set on an expansive terrace opening out onto the Val d’Isère slopes, Palladio promises a delightful culinary experience inspired by classic Italian dishes with a Venetian touch. Additionally, Les Fils à Maman will be launching its first high-altitude, family-friendly restaurant offering a nostalgic menu of indulgent, classic mountain dishes and an affordable children’s menu priced at just €12. Set in a renovated ski chalet, the new restaurant boasts an authentic setting for cosy après-ski and is surrounded by awe-inspiring views of the surrounding peaks from its south-facing terrace.
Furthermore, L’Art des Mets will open serving a delicious yet responsibly sourced menu of carefully-prepared dishes using local ingredients and organic produce from the surrounding Val d’Isère, Savoie, Isère and Hautes Alpes regions. Gourmands are invited to dine responsibly in the renovated building redesigned with sustainability in mind, whereby optimal energy efficiency is a priority. Located at the crossroads of the protected Manchet valley and on the edge of the Calabourdane river, families can enjoy lunch, dinner and afternoon bites, or for a more special experience in the snow, dinners can also be organised in a yurt upon request.
Winter Events - Entertainment at altitude
Those visiting on the 14th - 15th December can enjoy the FIS World Cup, the start of season skiing event on the Face de Bellevarde with two men’s events hosted as part of the legendary Critérium de la Première Neige. Whilst visitors to Val d’Isère from the 13th - 16th January 2025 can enjoy the 31st edition of the famous Classical music festival to start the new year in style.
Exclusive Deals - Smart skiing in Val d’Isère
Smart skiers can visit at the start or end of the season for exclusive deals and peaceful slopes, when the mountains are quietest, including the opening ‘First Tracks’ weekend where day passes are priced at just €61. Beginners can head to the Solaise sector to learn to ski at altitude, which offers a lift pass priced at €47 per day and access to three green slopes, nine blue slopes plus magic carpets and plentiful snow cover. Families will benefit from the Val Kids area in Solaise, featuring an adventure slope, fun-filled sledging slope, play area and picnic area. Whilst in the whole Tignes - Val d’Isère ski area, children aged under eight can ski for free!
