Alpe d'Huez Activities
Alpe d'Huez, like all other ski resorts, is mainly about skiing, but it does have plenty of alternatives for those non skiers or those looking for something extra. There are some fantastic facilities in Alpe d'Huez including swimming pools and ice. Here are a few ideas.
Walking or Snow Shoeing
Alpe D'Huez's location at the heart of Oisans and Ecrines National park makes it ideal for those who would rather go walking than skiing. There are hundreds of kilometres of markde trails including idyllic rambles or more challenging hikes. A map showing these walks is available from the Tourist Office. No particular equipment is needed, but some walking poles are a good idea for the steeper and icier patches.
Snowshoes allow you to walk through deeper snow and therefore enjoy a great area of terrain. You can go with a local guide and explore hidden parts o f the valley. Glacier walking is a truly unique experience that provides breath taking views and a real sense of adventure. For a guide for both snowshoeing and glacier walking (highly advised) contact Bureau des Guides de L Alpe D'Huez.
The Ice Cave
Situated at 2,700m and accessible via the Grandes Rousses DMC lift, this cave was dug into by two mountain guides. Sculptors skilled in the ice art change its appearance every year. This year's theme is ancient Greece.
Prices:
Adult Child
Ice Cave Entrance fee 4 € 3 €
Access 2700 + Ice Cave Entrance fee 13.70 € 8.20 €
Access Pic Blanc + Ice Cave Entrance fee 18.20 € 10.70 €
Contact
SATA
Rond Point des Pistes
38750 Alpe d'Huez
Tel: +33 (0)4 76 80 30 30
Ski Jouring
This originated in Scandinavia, where it has been practiced for centuries. It involves towing a skier behind horses.
Prices:
30 mins 10 Euros
Skijoring
Michael Mesas
38750 Alpe d'Huez
Tel: +33 (0)6 03 65 15 61
+33 (0)6 69 79 59 51
Excursions by tracked vehicle
Every Tuesday and Thursday at 10an and 2pm you can go on a 90 minute trip
Prices
Adult: € 18.50
Child: € 12.50
Contact
SATA - Grandes Rousses gondola lift (DMC)
Rond Point des Pistes
38750 Alpe d'Huez
Tel: +33 (0)4 76 80 34 73
Fax: +33 (0)4 76 80 48 64
Ice Skating
The ice rink is open daily from daily from 11.30am to 10.45pm, except when hosting events. There is also a curling rink that can be booked.
Entry is free with the Visalp pass but without it is 6 Euros for adults and 3 Euros without a pass
Skate hire is 4 Euros
Skating Rink
Avenue de Jeux
38750 Alpe D'Huez
Tel: +33 476 11 21 16
Swimming
The outdoor pool, sauna and Jacuzzi are open every day from 10.30am to 7pm
The Visalp pass gets you in for free, otherwise it is 2.50 Euros for 30 minutes.
Outdoor Municipal Swimming Pool
Av. des Jeux
38750 Alpe d'Huez
Tel: +33 (0)4 76 11 21 15
The indoor swimming pool is open every day from 10am to 9pm. No admission after 8pm.
Visalp pass holders gain free entry otherwise it is 6 Euros for adults and 3 Euros for children.
Sports and Congress Centre
Avenue de Brandes
38750 Alpe d'Huez