WEATHER
We start with sunshine and, apparently will finish the day with
a refreshing layer of snow, just above the level of the village.
Up to 7 centimetres at 3000 metres.
Wind won't be strong, and it quite warm.
At 10.00 the temperature is
- +5° in the Village.
- 0° on Solaise.
- -2° on Bellevarde.
- -6° on Pisaillas.
The maximum temperature at 2000 metres will be +5°.
ROADS
We are not expecting any problems during the day but if you are travelling during the night, read carefully.
Work is starting on the Siaix Tunnel, on the road between Albertville and Bourg, near Aime.
Much needed and will improve the drainage, lighting, electrics, signals and ventilation.
The tunnel will be closed, in both directions, Monday to Friday 22.00 – 05.00.
There will be a diversion via Notre Dame du Pré
but nothing over 3.5 tons or longer than 5 metres, unless you are driving a rescue vehicle.
As always, when approaching roadworks
Slow down - Don’t run them over the work folk…..
SKI REPORT
For the most up-to-date information please click here.
Here are the highlights of the ski report.
Most pistes opened and groomed and only one lift closed.
QUICK PLEA :Do not ski on a closed run.
Our experts ONLY close them for a good reason.
Today’s "excuses" : No snow or Avalanches.
Be careful - adapt to the changing snow,
and ski in control at all times….
The skier above is always responsible for avoiding anyone below.
The frozen surface can be rutted and very hard first thing,
Will gradually soften up when warmed by the sun
Before turning to sticky slush, especially on lower slopes.
Never forget that the snow higher up is better and we have
Fast, comfy lifts to get you down when you are ready to APRES !
ON BELLEVARDE
There is a Free Freestyle competition in the Snow Park - Feel free to join !
The FIS races for Flat countries (no joke) is on the upper parts of the OK Orange
Every morning this week.
The middle of the Orange was not groomed, and this whole slope may close
this afternoon due to risk of avalanche.
As may the avalanche prone Santons.
The lower parts of the Epapule du Charvet
And The Brinzei touring track are closed, as the snow has melted.
ON SOLAISE
The 3000 lift and piste and
The Marmottons are closed all day.
The S and Ecurreil touring track were not groomed.
This track is for experience tourers who can do a nifty kick turn.
The L may close early due to the risk of avalanche.
The Arcelle will probably close late morning,
as even our super skilled groomers are having difficulty
keeping snow on the bottom.
BUT be aware - as the lift will stay open, as it gives access to off piste areas.
LE FORNET
Everything is open except the Tunnel.
The Foret is never groomed so expect
Hard frozen bumps in the morning,
Soft slushy bumps in the afternoon.
The Table d’Orientation was also not groomed.
PISAILLAS
Everything is open and groomed.
NURSERY SLOPE.
Everything is groomed Including the tobogganing track.
The avalanche risk today is 2 out of 5.
If you are heading off piste – do all your companions know what they are doing ?
Do they ALL have a beep, probe and shovel ?
Have they ever practised ?
Your life could depend on this.
The most experienced may be injured or buried.
Sunshine is not always kind -think, time, temperature and exposure of the slope.
Also be aware of any other people or groups in the same area.
Slabs are still ready to turn into slow but
very heavy, wet avalanches.
Any doubts – ski with a mountain guide
IF you set off an avalanche, and luckily nobody is missing or injured,
please still let the Pisteurs know so they don’t spot it,
and spend time searching unnecessarily.
If you are going to Tignes, use either the Tommeuse or Borsat chairlifts.
Our multi activity and cross country tracks on the top of Solaise and in the Manchet valley are open.
A lot of the walking tracks at village level can no longer be groomed
so are officially closed but it is a very good day to
walk in the Manchet Valley, Pont St Charles or take the lifts up and
enjoy the spectacular views at the top of le Fornet or Solaise.
LOCAL NEWS
Yesterday evening more than 70 people gathered to hear
about all the work that is happening in Val between May until November.
It sounds as though we will be living in a building site …
With the only areas spared are around
Les Richardes, l’Adroit (near Cash 2000 and the farm) and Laisinant.
The full list of buildings affected is :
la Daille :
Chalet Serena,
des bornes Total
le garage à Chenillettes.
Côté Plaine de la Daille, le Crêt et les Coves :
le parking Crêts 1 et 2,
le chalet Bouclia,
le lotissement Le Bosset
le chalet Les Mélèzes
Le Fornet :
le Chalet Orca-Orso,
Chalet Grand Parès,
Chalet Lamit,
le parking du Fornet,
les Jardins de Juliette,
le Chalet Bonnevie,
le Chalet Covarel.
Joseray et Legettaz :
Joseray 5,
le Joseray / Frison,
le Jardin Alpin,
le Chalet Kilimandjaro
La Bergerie
Centre-Est :
le Chalet Chevril Blanc,
le Val snow,
le Parc,
l’Alpina Lodge,
le Christiania -this will affect le parking du Centre.
Côté Centre :
les Andes,
le Val Village,
le Cœur de Val,
le Squaw Valley
Saint Roch,
la Maison Rose
l’Hôtel Bailletta.
Balme :
Chalet Mousseron,
Val Joli,
Chalet Inoko / Falaise 2,
Chalet Nanouk,
la Gélinotte,
l’Écrin
Chalet le Petit Rocher.
Tignes - La Reculaz
They are making a pedestrian crossing while improving the water pipes.
There will be a pedestrian crossing between the Plaine de la Daille and the main bus station.
The area where the main bus station used to be – just next to the Garage Restaurant will host the Monday Market and the rest of the week will have thirty parking places and a pedestrian path.
The work requires 14 cranes and, during the summer season, will only be carried out between 08.00 – 18.00
.
A highlight is that it will result in much needed new accommodation for 190 seasonal workers and
200,000 euros is earmarked so that we have smooth roads.
In Val Village work will stop between 14th July until 15th August.
All work should finish by the 15th November so the town can look spick and span before we welcome back our skiers.
The first work to start, will be on the Saut Tunnel, at the entrance to Val
Which until the Col de L’iseran opens, is the only way to get in or out, unless flying, walking or on skis.
22nd – 24th April it will close 22.00 – 06.00, though opening briefly each hour.
28th April – 2nd May – traffic direction will alternate during the day, and close 22.00 – 06.00, though opening briefly each hour.
5th May – 11th July. It will close completely 22.00 – 06.00, including Friday nights.
So no possibility of getting through until it opens fully again at 06.00.
15th July – 14th August.
Traffic direction will alternate during the day.
18th – 20th August, more closures but look for details closer to the time.
Autumn ….. more delays during the day while they improve lighting and security.
Yesterday morning our firemen (Pompiers) were busy in town.
But no panic - this was a drill, rather than an actual fire.
The fastest skiers from “Flat countries” continue their
FIS competition on the OK and Orange today.
Yesterdays was organised by Luxembourg,
Not sure I understand the rules, as
A Swiss man won, followed by a Frenchman….
And the ladies was won by an Italian ….
The Begiums are in charge today.
Fancy showing off your freestyle skills ?
There is a competition in the Snow Park from 11.00.
Lots of different levels and plenty of prizes to be won.
Very relaxed. Just register when you arrive.
The prizegiving will be in the centre of town at 18.30.
Hosted by a music loving DJ.
Today Is a celebration of all things “Watery”.
Lots of different fun events that have to be seen to be fully understood !
Aqua yoga, Lifeguard challenge with the pompiers
Duck fishing, Chips race
Water scooter slalom
Water disco
And even see how becoming a mermaid suits you.
These are all free, once you have paid your Swimming Pool entry.
But you do need to book.
Telephone +33 4 79 04 26 01 or at the Swimming Pool Reception.
Yesterday, Birds of Prey, and their handlers,
from the Aigles du Léman were on our peaks.
Buzzards, eagles, owls and condors put on several shows.
Amazing to be able to admire these magnificent beasts
close up, and without fear.
11.00
If you have toddlers or small children
2 years old or older
who can understand French
come to the Multimedia library for a story fest.
Free of charge.
11.00 Competition at the Val d’Isere Snowpark.
Open to Everyone !
Come and show off your talent and compete to win one, or more, of the many prizes !
Whether you ski or snowboard there will be a class to suit you.
Or come and cheer on the competitors.
It is
Free to take part.
Free to watch.
Please register to compete when you arrive at the Snow Park.
Helmets are strongly recommended.
18.30 Prize giving, with a DJ and music in the Square in front of the Tourist Office.
12.00 – 22.00
Water Day at the Swimming Pool and Sports Centre.
Lots of different fun events that have to be seen to be "understood" !
Aqua yoga, Lifeguard challenge with the pompiers,
Duck fishing, Chips race
Water scooter slalom
Water disco
And even see how becoming a mermaid suits you.
These are all free, once you have paid your Swimming Pool entry.
But you do need to book.
Telephone +33 4 79 04 26 01 or at the Swimming Pool Reception.
15.00
Come and discover the Val Kids area
at the top of Solaise –
– just as you get out of the bubble, and just below the Lounge
(building at the top of the bubble with toilets, rest and picnic area inside) .
You will be shown some of the
‘behind the scenes’ activities of the teams
that work hard to protect you and make your holiday special.
Learn how they make snow
the emergency services work.
avalanche dogs are trained.
17.45
Yooner and Snooc
Savonette Nursery slope.
Come and try our modern, light, comfortable and easy to handle sledges.
Known as a ‘paret’, this was originally wooden and consisted of a single ski,
a plank to sit on and a handle for ‘ control’ – term used loosely !!
Yooner is for children and Snooc for adults.
Free and you don't need to book.
In the Maison de Val - building next to the Swimming Pool & Sports Centre.
There are 2, free, art exhibitions in the corridor towards the cinema.
“Raconte” (Tell us…).
Colourful cartoons, of thought-provoking encounters,
by famous Savoyarde artist Clément Rizzo
And
« Toutes les Vies se Val ».
(Everyone is Important.)
charcoal portraits of Avalins (Very Val residents)
by a local artist, Laura M.
19.30 – 21.30
Head to the evening event at the Swimming Pool and Sports centre.
You are invited to relax after 19.30 until the centre closes at 22.00.
Anyone who buys a ticket for the swimming pool,
can take also use the Wellness Centre’s jacuzzies, saunas and the hammam
without paying the usual extra charge.
A message from our partners at La Corniche.
This local restaurant, just behind the Church
so a mere snow ball’s throw from the snow front,
has a sunny terrace sheltered from the wind
that is open for lunch.
Come and try their delicious traditional Savoyard dishes.
Popular - so we suggest you book !
Tel +33 4 79 06 18 75
Free local Buses
The red shuttle bus (‘le train rouge’) runs between La Daille and Le Fornet, via the roundabout adjacent to the nursery slopes (‘Rond-point des pistes’)
It leaves la Daille every 10 minutes from 07.00 to 19.50 and then every 20 minutes until 02.10.
The night bus leaves Le Fornet at 20.10 then every 20 minutes until 2.30.
The blue shuttle bus (‘le train bleu’) travels between the Rond-point des pistes and Legettaz every 15 minutes from 08.30 to 23.00.
The yellow shuttle bus (‘le train jaune’) takes you to the Manchet valley via the main street and the rue de la Balme and Rond Point des pistes every 20 minutes from 08.30 to 23.20.
The Purple shuttle bus between Val d’Isère and Tignes : leaves the new bus station at La Daille at
07.55 8.35 10.50 16.25 17.25 18.20.
On request it will stop at La Reculaz and Villaret du Nial.
It leaves Tignes 1800 at 08.05 8.45 11.00 16.35 17.35 and 18.30.
The Swimming Pool and Sports Centre is open from 07.30 to 22.00.
The Tourist Office is open from 08.30 to 19.30.
The Multimedia Library is open from 10.00 to 12.00 and 14.00 to 18.00.
The Town Hall (La Mairie) is open from 9.00 to 12.00 and from 14.00 to 18.00.
The Association for Employees in Val d’Isère (Vie Val Dis) is open from 09.00 to 12.00 and from 15.00 to 19.00.
The Reservation Centre (On the Lower Ground Floor of the Tourist Office) is open from 08.30 to 19.00.
