About skiing in Alpe d’Huez
The Alpe d’Huez Area links Alpe d’Huez, Auris-en-Oisans, Oz 3300, Vaujany and Villard-Reculas. The 250 km piste figure is for this connected area, not one village front. Snow and lift operation can make the choice of base especially important for a short stay.
Ski areas and terrain
Alpe d’Huez village and Bergers
Central resort access with teaching areas and lift links higher up.
Pic Blanc and La Sarenne
High exposed skiing above 3,000 m, with more demanding descents and weather sensitivity.
Auris, Oz, Vaujany and Villard-Reculas
Linked neighbouring resorts with different road entrances and village atmospheres.
Piste difficulty: The area has beginner slopes and family terrain near resort bases, intermediate routes between sectors and demanding high-altitude descents. La Sarenne is a long black run from Pic Blanc; check conditions before attempting it.
Planning your arrival: Do not assume a stop in central Alpe d’Huez is convenient for accommodation in Oz or Vaujany: they have different road approaches.
Conditions, open lifts and published piste totals can change. Check the official piste map ↗ Resort information ↗
GETTING THERE
Airport routes to Alpe d’Huez
Each guide compares the available transport options from arrivals to the resort, including transfers and public transport where available.