When the sun beats down hard and the beaches draw crowds, the call of the snow-capped peaks still has all its charms for snow sports enthusiasts! Yes, it is still possible to hit the slopes this weekend, away from the hustle and bustle of the coast, to enjoy the very last spring descents. With festive activities, fresh snow, and smart lift passes, the Alps reserve their most beautiful spots just before bidding farewell until next winter… Ready to tackle the final slopes?
This week marks the end of the ski season, but for die-hard snow enthusiasts, everything is not yet over! Despite a summer-like feel that reaches even the valleys, some high-altitude resorts still have great surprises in store for you. Put on your hat one last time, sharpen your edges, and set off to explore five must-visit spots in the French Alps, with activities, festive atmospheres, and reasonably priced lift passes. Ready for an unforgettable weekend?
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Val Thorens: the “Great Last” in full glory
In Val Thorens, the party is never truly over! For this last weekend of the season, the legendary 3 Valleys ski resort welcomes the die-hard skiers with its flagship event: “The Great Last”. Between a giant barbecue, food trucks, kids’ activities, waterslides, and derby races, the atmosphere promises to be electrifying. The 3 kilometers of the “Big Der” slopes will host over 300 participants for a final festive descent. And don’t worry about the snow: there is still plenty left, even at the bottom of the slopes. For the last runs, the adult day pass is €68.
Tignes: glacier skiing and vibrant electronic beats
In Tignes, the focus is on the Grande-Motte, its glacier, and the many slopes still open to provide enthusiasts with a festive end to the season. Indeed, the first edition of the electronic music festival “Tignes Unlimited” will bring the resort to life all weekend long with concerts and DJ sets both on the mountain and in the resort. In between descents, let yourself be carried away by the musical energy and the contagious cheerfulness of the festival-goers. Dreaming of connecting to Val d’Isère for a day? That’s still possible! Lift passes start at €57, or €61 for access to the entire connected area.
Val d’Isère: ski and chill at 3400 meters
In Val d’Isère, the motto is “Ski and chill”. The area remains largely open with many slopes in good condition, and the new Vallon gondola opens the doors to the Pisaillas sector, the paradise for eastbound returns and stunning panoramas up to 3400 m altitude. Between skiing, relaxing on sunlit terraces, seasonal gourmet offerings, and activities, Val d’Isère plays the pleasure card without stress to close the season. Daily passes are €57 (or €40 for the Solaise sector only).
Chamonix – Les Grands Montets: skiing and freeriding at low prices
Die-hard snow sports lovers will find happiness in Chamonix, where 75% of the Grands Montets area remains accessible until Sunday. And to celebrate the season’s end, the resort slashes prices: an adult pass for just €10! The cherry on top, Sunday is dedicated to “Freeride Day”: waterslides, zip lines, fun activities, DJs… All included in your pass. Spring skiing has never been so accessible and festive!
Les 2 Alpes: heading to the glacier for the final session
The Les 2 Alpes resort rolls out its white carpet up to 3400 meters on its famous glacier. Thanks to the Jandri Express, a key new investment this season, accessing high altitudes is even quicker and more pleasant. The ski offering remains generous, with about 60% of the area still open. To top it all off, several activities are organized at altitude, notably in the famous restaurant perched at 3200 m, which keeps its doors wide open for the occasion. Adult day pass: €53.5.
Last festive descents before the summer break
Despite the rising mercury, the snow is still very much present thanks to significant snowfall in April and the continued opening of the higher areas of the resorts. Ski enthusiasts can thus take advantage of more affordable rates, unique activities (waterslide, BBQs, concerts…) and a friendly atmosphere worthy of the best season endings. So, is it a frenzied descent at Val Thorens or a musical stroll in Tignes?
Facilitated access to the alpine peaks
No more excuses not to enjoy these last days of skiing: with the upcoming reopening of night trains between Paris and the Alps, it will soon be easier to flirt with the spring snow. To discover how travel and innovation are reinventing themselves, don’t forget to check out the articles dedicated to the crossroads of data, AI, and tourism on the German version, Dutch version, Turkish version, Portuguese version and Italian version.
