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Alpe d'Huez vs Peisey-Vallandry

Peisey-Vallandry excels for families prioritizing beginner terrain and walkability.

The Verdict

Peisey-Vallandry leads with 4 wins
Best for Families
Peisey-Vallandry

Ski school from age 3

Best Snowfall
Peisey-Vallandry

252.2" average season

Best Terrain
Alpe d'Huez

5,920 acres to explore

Best Value
Peisey-Vallandry

$62 day pass

Easiest Access
Alpe d'Huez

Most accessible

Best Village Vibe
Peisey-Vallandry

Charming, walkable village

Alpe d'Huez
Isère, France
$$Independent
Peisey-Vallandry
Savoie, France
$$Independent

Family

Ski School Age
3+
3+
Full-Day Program
Beginner Terrain
7.5
8.0
Walkability
7.5
7.5
Village Vibe
7.0
8.5

Mountain

Vertical
6,890'
6,562'
Skiable Area
5,920 ac
10,872 ac
Green Runs
20%
15%
Trails
132
264
Lifts
66
133

Getting There

Airport
GNB
GVA
Drive Time
1.3h
2.5h
Road Ease
6.0
5.5

Cost

Passes
Independent
Independent
Day Pass
$65
$62
Cost Tier
Moderate
Moderate

Village

Dining
Good
Moderate
Grocery
Spa
Pool
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Snowfall Comparison

Live conditions

Alpe d'Huez

185.5"

avg season

2024-25 season

174.3" total

94%

Peisey-Vallandry

252.2"

avg season

2024-25 season

205.1" total

81%

Season Accumulation (10-Year Average)

OctNovDecJanFebMarApr
252"126"0"
Alpe d'Huez
Peisey-Vallandry

Key Insights

Peisey-Vallandry excels for families prioritizing beginner terrain and walkability.

Key Differences

  • Peisey-Vallandry's family village atmosphere score (8.5) exceeds Alpe d'Huez's (7.0), making it better for families prioritizing family village experience
  • Peisey-Vallandry offers more terrain variety (10,872 acres vs 5,920 acres)

Best For

Alpe d'Huez

  • Parents with young children (ski school from age 3)
  • Budget-conscious families
  • Parents wanting full-day ski school programs

Peisey-Vallandry

  • Families wanting a charming, kid-friendly atmosphere
  • Parents with young children (ski school from age 3)
  • Budget-conscious families

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Best For

Best for Beginners
Most Walkable
Best for Toddlers

Guides

First Family Ski Trip Guide
Best Time to Go Skiing