5 things to do this summer in Tignes
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Have you ever spent a summer in the mountains? Resorts are increasingly expanding their offerings for the summer season, offering tourists a chance to explore the Alps beyond just skiing. Tignes, well-known for its winter activities, also offers a multitude of exciting activities in the summer.
Here are some ideas to make the most of your stay in Tignes during the summer season:
Here are some ideas to make the most of your stay in Tignes during the summer season:
1. Hiking
Enjoy the numerous hiking trails that traverse the mountains and offer spectacular views of the Alps. Local guides can take you on more adventurous routes or show you the local wildlife and flora.
Enjoy the numerous hiking trails that traverse the mountains and offer spectacular views of the Alps. Local guides can take you on more adventurous routes or show you the local wildlife and flora.
- Lake of Tignes Trail: An easy hike around Lake of Tignes offering magnificent views of the surrounding mountains. It's an ideal walk for families and beginners.
- Tour of Grande Sassière: A more demanding route for experienced hikers. This loop takes you through impressive alpine landscapes with spectacular views of the Grande Sassière peak.
- Aiguille Percée Hike: A moderate hike leading to the iconic Aiguille Percée, a natural rock formation shaped like an arch. The view from the summit is breathtaking.
2. Mountain Biking (VTT)
Tignes boasts over 150 km of mountain biking trails suitable for all levels. You can rent bikes on-site and take specially equipped ski lifts for cyclists. New this year, Oxygène Ski offers electric mountain bike outings in group lessons, guided tours, or themed experiences. Thanks to an integrated motor, mountain biking is accessible to all, allowing you to enjoy it with the whole family.
Tignes boasts over 150 km of mountain biking trails suitable for all levels. You can rent bikes on-site and take specially equipped ski lifts for cyclists. New this year, Oxygène Ski offers electric mountain bike outings in group lessons, guided tours, or themed experiences. Thanks to an integrated motor, mountain biking is accessible to all, allowing you to enjoy it with the whole family.
3. Lake of Tignes
The lake is the hub of water activities in summer, where you can paddleboard, canoe, pedal boat, and even scuba dive. Enjoy a peaceful day fishing in Lake of Tignes or in other alpine lakes in the region. We recommend booking your activities early. To fully enjoy your stay in Tignes, explore Cap Neige residence offering apartments for 2 to 16 people.
The lake is the hub of water activities in summer, where you can paddleboard, canoe, pedal boat, and even scuba dive. Enjoy a peaceful day fishing in Lake of Tignes or in other alpine lakes in the region. We recommend booking your activities early. To fully enjoy your stay in Tignes, explore Cap Neige residence offering apartments for 2 to 16 people.
4. Unique High Altitude Experience
During the summer season, the area remains accessible to everyone. The funicular and cable car are open all summer to explore the mountains and admire mythical peaks and massifs such as Mont Blanc, Mont Pourri, and Grande Sassière. To access the summits, you will need a transport ticket, available at the ski lift ticket offices.
During the summer season, the area remains accessible to everyone. The funicular and cable car are open all summer to explore the mountains and admire mythical peaks and massifs such as Mont Blanc, Mont Pourri, and Grande Sassière. To access the summits, you will need a transport ticket, available at the ski lift ticket offices.
5. Golf
Tignes is home to Europe's highest 18-hole golf course, offering a unique golfing experience with stunning views. The course is designed to be both challenging and enjoyable for golfers of all levels. It incorporates natural alpine elements such as mountain streams, lakes, and rugged terrain. The high altitude allows golf balls to travel longer distances due to the rarefied air.
Tignes is home to Europe's highest 18-hole golf course, offering a unique golfing experience with stunning views. The course is designed to be both challenging and enjoyable for golfers of all levels. It incorporates natural alpine elements such as mountain streams, lakes, and rugged terrain. The high altitude allows golf balls to travel longer distances due to the rarefied air.
Events and Festivals
Here are some events that will punctuate the summer season in Tignes:
Here are some events that will punctuate the summer season in Tignes:
- Tignes Trail Running Festival: An event for trail running enthusiasts with multiple races and workshops on Saturday, August 17, and Sunday, August 18, 2024.
- Lake Festival: A summer celebration with water activities, fireworks, and entertainment for the whole family on Wednesday, August 14, 2024.
- Mountain Shaker: A festival of skateboarding, BMX, mountain biking, and balance bikes in Tignes. There will also be concerts and entertainment during the week of July 20-28, 2024.
Contact
Oxygène Ski Collection
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