Situated up at the top end of resort, at the bottom of the slopes, is Alpe d'Huez's recently refurbished head lift pass office.
Rond Point des Pistes Ski Pass Office
Main lift pass office, at the Grandes Rousses or DMC lift
You can find it at the Rond Point des Pistes, by the Téléphérique des Grandes Rousses building (commonly known as the DMC lift), near the Signal chairlift.
At the lift pass office, you can also pick up piste maps, check bus and train timetables where applicable, view weather forecasts, see ski conditions, and read avalanche bulletins. Mountain or ski insurance is also available if you do not already have the appropriate cover.
The office is open from 08:45 to 16:45.
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Hotels nearby
Hotels in Alpe d'Huez
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V Vaujany Hotel
Welcoming hotel in the heart of Vaujany, moments from the lifts to Alpe d'Huez
Located in the centre of Vaujany, Hôtel V is just 100 metres from the lift station, offering quick and easy access to the vast Alpe d'Huez ski area. Combining contemporary comfort with authentic mountain character, it's an excellent choice for a relaxing ski holiday in the French Alps. With flexible arrival and departure days, the hotel also makes planning your stay that little bit easier.
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Les Bergers Apartment Residence
Centrally located residence featuring an outdoor heated pool, sauna and onsite restaurant
Situated in the Les Bergers district, this recently refurbished Pierre & Vacances residence offers a wide selection of apartments in various sizes.
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Le Pic Blanc Hotel
Elegant chalet hotel with spa, restaurant and sweeping mountain views
A stylish four-star chalet hotel in Alpe d’Huez offering spacious rooms.
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L'Ours Blanc Apartment Residence
Apart-hotel with stunning views in the resort centre, close to the lifts and opposite the ice rink
This charming residence features warm wood décor and offers superb mountain views over the Massif de l'Oisans.
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Grandes Rousses Hotel & Spa
Timeless alpine elegance and family warmth in the heart of Alpe d’Huez
Discover the Grandes Rousses Hotel & Spa, a four-generation family-run haven nestled at 1,830 metres in Alpe d’Huez.
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Daria-I Nor Hotel
Luxury five-star hotel and residence with spa, fine dining and direct ski access
An elegant five-star retreat in the heart of Alpe d’Huez, Daria-I Nor offers refined comfort.
Things to do nearby
Things To Do in Alpe d’Huez
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Snowshoe walks
Private snowshoe walks for friends and family
Strap on your snowshoes and explore the winter trails of Alpe d’Huez with a qualified instructor, discovering the mountains at a slower pace and in complete tranquillity. Snowshoe walks are suitable for all ages and require only a basic level of fitness, making them perfect for families, mixed groups, or anyone looking for a peaceful winter escape. Each outing is rated by difficulty, allowing you to choose the walk that best suits your group.
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Ski touring
Ski touring for all abilities, with experienced guides, in a friendly and safe environment
Discover the freedom of ski touring and explore the quieter side of Alpe d’Huez, where wide-open landscapes, peaceful summits and fresh air set the tone. With friendly, uncompetitive groups and routes for every level, you can take things at your own pace and enjoy the mountains in a whole new way.
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Biathlon activity
Biathlon group activity for 3-6 people
Step away from the bustle of the ski slopes and try your hand at biathlon, a brilliant winter adventure that mixes cross-country skiing with precision rifle shooting. It is an exciting blend of endurance and focus, and it suits mixed groups beautifully. With adapted equipment and clear guidance, it is accessible to absolute beginners as well as those keen to push themselves a little.
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Family activities
Family fun and friendly competition on snow
Discover a brilliant line-up of family activities in Alpe d’Huez, perfect for bringing everyone together on the snow. Whether your crew loves a challenge, prefers shared adventures or wants to try something completely new, there is an experience for every age and level.
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Winter and Summer Paragliding
25min paragliding flight from the top of the slopes in Alpe d'Huez
You'll be sure to enjoy some amazing views and an experience like no other!
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Alpine Classic Bikes
Alpine Classic Bikes
Classic motorcycle tours in the French Alps
Spend your summer touring around the French Alps on a classic motorbike.
Restaurants nearby
Restaurants in Alpe d’Huez
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La Folie Douce Petite Cuisine Restaurant
Great value effecient self-service restaurant right in the heart of slopes
This great value self-service restaurant adjoins the Folice Douce and is situated at the top of the Marmottes lift.
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Chalet du Pèr'Sillé Restaurant
Restaurant in one of the oldest barns in Alpe d'Huez serving dishes cooked over embers
Cosy and traditional restaurant with a typical mountain atmosphere. You'll enjoy the simple, local family-style dining, cooked in the restaurants signature style.
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L'1 Pres Vue Restaurant
French restaurant at the bottom of the resort with affordable lunch menu
Traditional French cuisine served either on the sunny terrace for afternoon dining or the comfortable cosy dining area for lunch or dinner.
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Au Puits des Saveurs Restaurant
Gourmet and creative international cuisine and local dishes in the heart of the resort
Chef Patrice Blot presents a menu full of fusion cuisine, French classics combine with exotic touches for a refined and sophisticated experience.
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La Ferme d'Hubert Restaurant
Fine dining restaurant with a chic lounge and terrace at the Hotel Grandes Rousses
Situated within the Grandes Rousses Hotel & Spa in Alpe d’Huez, La Ferme d’Hubert offers a dining experience that evolves throughout the day, blending authenticity with modern Alpine cuisine.
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Le Genepi Restaurant
French bistronomic restaurant with beautifully-presented dishes and sunny terrace
Serving modern French brasserie cuisine in a lovely setting, this is a popular restaurant to try good-quality French cuisine in Alpe d'Huez.
Nightlife nearby
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La Folie Douce
La Folie Douce Alpe d'Huez is the place to be for great après-ski
High above the slopes of Alpe d’Huez, La Folie Douce turns après-ski into a spectacular celebration of music, dance, and mountain spirit.
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Au Dahu Grillé Restaurant
Homely and friendly small bar and restaurant with a sunny terrace to relax on
French run restaurant and bar with a nice terrace to sit out in the sun.
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Smithy's Tavern
Tex Mex steakhouse with a great bar, great atmosphere and live music
Smithy’s Bar is a true Alpe d’Huez classic - a lively spot that promises great food, great music, and great company. Whether you’re here on a family holiday and need food the kids will love, catching that must-see sports event, or planning dinner for two or thirty, Smithy’s can do it all. The menu is packed with crowd-pleasing favourites, while the bar serves up delicious cocktails, crafty beers, and good vibes from the first sip.
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Prosneige Bar Cafe
Concept snack-bar, ski rental shop and ski school at the foot of the pistes
Nestled right on the slopes, Prosneige Bar Café offers a unique ski-side experience in Alpe d'Huez. Perfect for families, friends, and solo skiers alike, it’s the ideal spot to take a break, refuel, and soak up the alpine atmosphere.
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Le Zoo Music Bar
Le Zoo Music Bar
Slap bang in the centre of the Alpe d'Huez nightlife scene offering live music and local talent
Step into the heart of Alpe d’Huez nightlife at Le Zoo Bar, where every evening is an invitation to experience a truly unique atmosphere. Known for its vibrant energy and lively crowd, this bar is the perfect place to unwind, meet friends, and make unforgettable memories after a day on the slopes.
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The Underground Bar
This lively bar in the heart of the resort is a well established favourite with everyone
Underground Bar is the ultimate live music venue in Alpe d’Huez, offering a vibrant après-ski atmosphere that keeps the energy flowing long after the slopes close. From four o’clock in the afternoon, the bar comes alive with music, drinks promotions, and a lively crowd, making it the perfect spot to unwind with friends or enjoy a laid-back evening in town.
Sights nearby
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Espace Patrimone
Cultural museum of miners in the village of Alpe d'Huez
This museum showcases the lives, tools and exploits of miners between the 12th to 14th centuries.
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Notre Dame des Neiges Church
Church with 13 stained glass windows
This church's architecture, stained glass windows and organ are great works of art. Come to see them! The church is open every day. The museum of Huez and Oisansalso organises free visit once weekly all year round (rendezvous on the church square).
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Brandes Archaeological Site
Medieval archaeological site and ruins
The highest medieval village in Europe (XII-XIV) related to the operation of a silver mine.
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Maison du Bouquetin, Allemont
The house of the ibex
The ibex, a typical animal of the Alps fauna which was on the brink of extinction at the end of the 19th century, is now being reintroduced in different parts of the Alps.
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Grotte de Glace
Ice Caves at the top of the DMC lift
Winter ice caves with sculptures that change every year.
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EDF Hydroelectric Museum
From water to electricity, a museum on how hydroelectric power works
This museum houses permanent and temporary exhibitions about the production of electricity in the valley.

































