The Snowmaking Machines at Alpe d’Huez: How Do They Really Work?
At Alpe d’Huez, 1,053 snowmakers cover 88 kilometers of slopes—35% of the ski area—from the Pic Blanc at 3,060 meters down to the lower connecting runs at 1,035 meters
The 21 Curves of Alpe d’Huez: The Incredible Story of a Road Born of Mules and Snowplows
Until 1881, the climb up the Alpe d’Huez was accessible only to men and mules.
Alpe d’Huez Snow groomers Switch to Hydrogen: The Silent Revolution on the Slopes
A World Premiere on the Slopes of the “Isle of the Sun” Every night, as the last skiers return to their chalets, 36 drivers at Alpe d’Huez take the controls of their snow groomers to prepare the 250 kilometers of slopes . Alpe d’Huez: where skiing rhymes with ecology – I Love Ski® . But […]
Alpe d’Huez: The “Island of the Sun” That Makes Skiers’ Hearts Race
Perched at an altitude of 1,860 meters in the Grandes Rousses mountain range, Alpe d’Huez unfurls its 250 kilometers of slopes like a royal carpet, bathed in sunshine 300 days a year
Complete Guide: Preparing for Your First Run Down the Sarenne
La Sarenne, with its 16 kilometers of pure downhill skiing, represents the ultimate challenge for any experienced skier visiting Alpe d’Huez. This legendary run, the longest in Europe, requires meticulous preparation and impeccable physical conditioning.
The Fascinating History of Alpe d’Huez: From Medieval Mines to a Legendary Resort
Did you think you knew Alpe d’Huez? Think again! This legendary resort has a fascinating history that dates back long before the first skis were invented.
The Ski Area Modernization Project
Alpe d’Huez is set to undergo a major infrastructure transformation. The “Altitude 3300” project, which will span three years, represents one of the largest investments ever made in a French resort.
Project Progress [UnJourUnjePiste]
The [UnJourUnePiste] project was born out of my desire to share more than 40 years of experience skiing in the Grandes Rousses mountain range at Alpe d’Huez. It features more than 250 km of trails, as well as numerous off-piste routes. Managed and maintained by Sata Group, it is always kept in excellent condition—especially given the unpredictable weather—and the teams are quick to respond to ensure the trails remain in top-notch condition.
A new system for rating tracks
The rating system presented in the videos and on the website offers a more detailed assessment of each trail, taking into account criteria other than the slope’s incline.