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Alpe d’Huez Snow Report, 10 Feb 2012

Friday, February 10th, 2012

Alpe d'Huez, FranceWe have excellent snow both on and off-piste, with 350cm on the upper slopes and 146cm in the resort.

Snow conditions over the mountain this week have been excellent, with dry, soft snow off-piste and machine packed powder on. With the temperature heating up in the sunshine, Alpe d’Huez is the place to be this season. More snow on its way this weekend!

Weather forecast for next 3 days
Saturday: Some light snow showers throughout the day
Sunday: Mostly sunny during the day with a few light snow showers towards the end
Monday: Mostly sunny throughout also, with a few light snow showers towards the end


Alpe d’Huez Snow Report, 07 Feb 2012

Wednesday, February 8th, 2012

Alpe d'Huez, FranceDeep snow here at the top of the ski area with a huge 350cm and home runs are boasting a 149cm base on well-maintained runs.

It is the perfect ski weather this week in Alp d’Huez. With the sun shining bright, and fresh mountain air, everything is sparkling – a glistening winter wonderland. The rest of the week is also looking great, before a fresh dusting of snow over the weekend, ready for more perfect powder conditions next week.

Weather forecast for next 3 days is mostly sunshine and some high cloud with a chance of snow showers on Friday.


Alpe d’Huez Snow Report, 03 Feb 2012

Friday, February 3rd, 2012

Alpe d'Huez, FranceAnother great week for powder! With small top-ups of snow through-out the week, and sparkling air constantly, Alpe d’Huez is making advantage of all of the fresh snow.

Snow depth at the top of the ski area is 350cm whilst in resort it has reached 155cm.

Forecasting a beautiful week of sunshine now is the time to be in resort!

 

 

 


Alpe d’Huez Snow Report, 31 Jan 2012

Tuesday, January 31st, 2012

Alpe d'Huez, FranceAfter fresh dustings of snow over the weekend, pistes around the Pic Bblanc and second DMC stop area ski conditions are perfect, the snow is not too deep and there’s not a trace of ice. Les Chamois, Bartavelles, Belvedere and Olympique offer challenging skiing on soft snow around the main basin and the blues (Les Jeux, Les Sagnes and those around the Marmottes area) further down are pisted to perfection for those wanting to take it easy or who are beginning to ski.

Signal offers good sheltered skiing in the sunshine in the morning and head over to Vaujaunay or Auris as the day draws out. With snow falling heavily this morning we are set for some brilliant snow off piste and on piste over the next few days.

Today we are expecting 19cm of snow followed by a day of complete sunshine tomorrow, with a slightly colder breeze. Sunshine and a dusting of snow on Thursday with slightly warmer air. Light now and some clouds on Friday as we approach the weekend.

Saturday 4th February to Saturday 11th February there is the Skidance and Delirious week: A dance festival with world-famous professionals. Performances based around the resort with more information on the website and at reception.

The six nations kicks off on Saturday with France v Italy and Scotland v England. These performances will be shown on the big screen in Underground for all the rugby fans out there.


Alpe d’Huez Snow Report, 27 Jan 2012

Friday, January 27th, 2012

Alpe d'Huez, FranceIt has been another perfect week here in Alpe d’Huez, off to a great start with beautiful sunshine after our huge snowfall last week. Snow on the upper slopes in now 350cm deep!

And it’s not stopping there! With more snow due over the weekend, we’re in for another great week on the mountain.

Weather forecast for next 3 days is for moderate snow showers with a heavy fall over night on
Saturday and some light snow with a few clouds peaking through on Sunday.


Alpe d’Huez Snow Report, 24 Jan 2012

Tuesday, January 24th, 2012

Alpe d'Huez, FranceWith a fresh fall of snow last week the powder available off piste is exceptional. The snow at the top of the ski area has reached a depth of 350cm.

Head over to Vaujuanay, Auris, off the back of signal or take the helicopter across to the La Grave and you can start making your own tracks in the fresh snow. On piste the snow is fabulous with lots of choice. Certain pistes like Vernettes, poutat, les chamois and even le couloirs have some soft moggles to dodge for those of you who want a challenge. Otherwise head over to Oz and Vaujanay taking runs like les chalets, edelweiss and le vaujaniate for some lovely smooth wide winding blues in the sun. The pistes off the back of signal and in the main basin are also in perfect conditions for cruising down on soft pisted snow.

Today we are expecting clear skies with lots of sun and a light wind to keep you cool across resort. Temperatures maximum -6 and minimum -9. Tomorrow conditions will be similar but slightly warmer with less of a breeze, even warmer on Thursday just before a drop in temperature on Thursday evening and fresh snow fall on Thursday night leading into Friday morning.

The visiting Bob Marley tribute plan is playing tonight and Thursday night in Underground after a popular opening performance on Sunday evening.

The ice caves at the first DMC stop opened it’s doors for the first time last week for the VIP’s of the film festival. This week it’s open to the public on Wednesday and Friday evening till late with the opportunity to come down in a piste basher. The sculptures are fantastic, definitely worth a look.


Alpe d’Huez Snow Report, 20 Jan 2012

Friday, January 20th, 2012

Alpe d'Huez, FranceWith a sprinkling yesterday, and a few days ahead of us, the powder has arrived and it’s snowing right now! Fresh snow for all this weekend! Snow depth at the top of the ski area is approx. 290cm and round resort 119cm.

After a beautiful 2 weeks of sunshine and cruising down the slopes in sunglasses, get on your goggles and let’s get serious!

Weather forecast for next 3 days:

Saturday: Light snow showers, with up to 1.6 inches due on the ground
Sunday: : More light snow with a little bit of sun in the afternoon

Monday: Some sunshine peeking through, leaving the light snow showers until the evening


Alpe d’Huez Snow Report, 17 Jan 2012

Tuesday, January 17th, 2012

Alpe d'Huez, FranceAfter so much snow in the previous week skiing conditions are superb throughout the resort with snow at the top of the ski area at 290cm.

There is fantastic powder over in Auris in the morning and if you are heading over to the main basin or Oz and Vaujauny in the afternoon, the snow is fantastic!

Sunny skies are due until Thursday when we are expecting light snow showers that are due to get heavier over the weekend, bringing us a fresh dump of powder snow!

We have a film festival from Tuesday 17th till Sunday 22nd with free screenings throughout the week. Famous actors such as Gilles Lellouche making an appearance!


Alpe d’Huez Snow Report, 17 Jan 2012

Tuesday, January 17th, 2012

Alpe d'Huez, FranceAfter so much snow in the previous week skiing conditions are superb throughout the resort with just under 3 metres of snow on the upper slopes (290cm to be exact).

There is fantastic powder over in Auris in the morning and if you are heading over to the main basin or Oz and Vaujauny in the afternoon, the snow is fantastic!

Sunny skies until Thursday when we are expecting light snow showers that are due to get heavier over the weekend, bringing us a fresh dump of powder snow!

Film festival from Tuesday 17th till Sunday 22nd with free screenings throughout the week. Famous actors such as Gilles Lellouche making an appearance!


Alpe d’Huez Snow Report, 09 Jan 2012

Wednesday, January 11th, 2012

Alpe d'Huez, FranceWith lots of snow and sunshine the skiing conditions are perfect across the mountain. With plenty of empty pistes to explore you can enjoy the views and peaceful eastern and western areas – everyone has gone back to school. Whether you’re looking for smooth open pistes or powdery moggles, jaunts to Vaujanay or Alpauris will give you what you want. With lots of excitement surrounding The Ski Cross World Cup in the main basin you’re really spoilt for choice. Pic Blanc is fully open, get up early and you might have the Sarenne to yourself.

Weather forecast for next 3 days is for blue skies with lots of sun and gentle winds on Wednesday, Thursday and Friday. Getting colder towards the end of the week.