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Les 2 Alpes Summer skiing starts Saturday
Head to the glacier this weekend for your ski fix
The glacier in Les Deux Alpes re-opens this Saturday 24th June for pedestrians and skiers and stays open until 2nd September 2017.
Les Deux Alpes summer ski area is located on the 120 hectare glacier and ranges from 3200 metres up to 3600 metres, making it one of the largest European summer skiing spots.
The ski area contains a Snowpark, 1 Red run, 9 Blue runs, 1 Green run accessed by 2 Chair lifts, 8 tow lifts, 2 gondolas, 1 cable car, 2 drag lifts, 1 funicular & an elevator.
The snowpark here is one of the best summer parks in the Alps featuring a superpipe, air bag and host of rails, tables and freestyle modules. It is accessed by two different T bar lifts for a shorter waiting time.
New for summer 2017 is a luge or toboggan track which you can see on the new map for the glacier in pink.
Summer opening dates and times are subject to weather conditions. Keep an eye on live lift status to help plan your day.
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Les 2 Alpes not only offers summer skiing, but a whole host of water based summer activities, mountain biking, hiking and activities the whole family can enjoy.
Summer accommodation includes apartments, hotels and chalets. Book somewhere to stay for your summer holiday or talk to one of the local rental agents for more options.
