Tignes is situated high above the tree-line and known for its fast, open, rocky trails. Part of the Tignes Val d’Isère mountain biking area, the modern lift system is completely free!
XC
Downhill
eMTB
Super accessible riding for all levels. Lifts are free!
High-altitude means it's quite barren in places. Long transfer.
Elevation
Summit
2700 m
Vertical Drop
1450 m
Base
1550 m
Lift
Total
6
Cable-Cars
2
Chairlifts
4
MTB Trail Highlights
XC
Fair, beginner to intermediate
Downhill
Excellent, beginner to advanced
eMTB
Good, beginner to intermediate
Total Riding
220 km
Bike Park
Yes
Bike Wash
Yes (3)
Beginner Trails
4
Intermediate Trails
16
Advanced Trails
12
Expert Trails
14
Practical Information
Opening times
28 June to 31 August
9:30 - 16:45
Resort prices
Day Pass - 20 € | Season Pass - 165 €
Nearest airport
Grenoble (2 hours)
Tourist Office
Office de Tourisme de Tignes
Place Centrale
73321 Tignes
France
Phone: +33 (0)4 79 40 04 40
Web: www.tignes.net
Email: information@tignes.net
Tignes Guide
Tignes MTB Season
For your riding pleasure the Tignes mountain bike trails open from the end of June to the beginning of September. The link with Val d’Isère opens up this MTB area to all levels of rider and all riding styles, whether you’re into downhill, freeride, enduro or XC. And, if you’re after pure air time, the air bag and water jump are ready and waiting for you to send it.
Tignes Bike Park
The Tignes-Val d’Isère Bike Park is blessed with a modern lift system which means access to the far reaches of the resort is quick, and you spend more time on the bike than queuing for lifts. Ride everything from beginner downhill and cross-country trails through to technical black runs and some superb high mountain enduro tracks.
The bike park offers a high proportion of blue trails, which are as good for riders new to the sport as they are for advanced riders who’ll love hitting the smooth jumps at high speed.
Tignes Gallery
Tignes MTB Videos
Experience the Red Hot Trail in Tignes with @owlaps in this thrilling descent. Shot on one of the resort’s most popular red trails, the ride features fast flow sections, technical corners, and stunning views over the iconic Tignes lake. The Red Hot trail is perfect for intermediate to advanced riders, and it showcases just how scenic and fun the Tignes–Val d’Isère Bike Park can be in the summer.
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