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Vaujany Ski Resort Review

Wertu ski expert
May 1, 2024

Alpine charm meets varied slopes and family fun in Vaujany, complete with glacier skiing, covered escalators in the village, and tons of activities for kids.

Vaujany overview

Stats

4.6
/5
Rating
1250
m
Resort height
3330
m
Summit

KM of slopes

70
Beginners
130
Intermediates
70
Experts
250
Total

Best for

Beginners
Intermediates
Experts
Fun
Fun
Poor
Families
Couples
Fun

Vaujany for beginners

Beginners rating -
70
Perfect
Vaujany is a beginner's haven with easily accessible nursery areas at Alpette and Montfrais. These areas are a lift ride away from the village center, providing a great space to practice new skills. But if you're eyeing that home run, you might want to hold off until you've got a few more ski trips under your belt; it's best to take the cable car back down.

Vaujany for intermediates

Intermediates rating -
Intermediates
Perfect
Intermediates have a playground of options here. Take the Alpette-Rousses cable car up to Dôme des Rousses for some of the best terrain. Race down extensive reds and blues near Alpe d'Huez; particularly, the Lac Blanc sector is where you'll find emptier pistes. Just note, you can't ski directly back to the village; you'll need a short gondola ride after clicking out at the bottom.

Vaujany for advanced

Advanced skiers rating -
Experts
Perfect
For those who crave a challenge, the peak of Pic Blanc awaits. The 16km La Sarenne offers the longest black run in the world, but that's not all. You've got glacier runs and high-altitude thrills above 3,000 meters. And if you're really looking to test your mettle, don't miss the Le Tunnel run with its daunting waist-high moguls.

Vaujany for snowboarders

Snowboarders rating -
Fun
Perfect
Boarding newbies will find Vaujany accommodating with its wide, gentle slopes for practice. But it's not just for beginners; a small snow park near the village adds a dash of freestyle. If you're chasing bigger thrills, head over to Alpe d'Huez for larger jumps and a half-pipe, as well as a boardercross course with banked turns and gap jumps.

Vaujany for off-pistes

Off-pistes rating -
Fun
Perfect
The pinnacle for off-piste action is the Sarenne glacier, tucked below Pic Blanc at 3,300 meters. You're going to want to take out your camera for those views. This is where you'll find some of the most challenging runs, including the huge moguls on Le Tunnel and, of course, the world's longest black run, La Sarenne.

Vaujany for families

Families rating -
Families
Perfect
Vaujany rolls out the red carpet for families. With ski school and lifts easily accessible from many accommodations, it's hassle-free for parents and kids alike. The Pôle Enfance kids' club in the village center offers a slew of activities for ages 3 to 11, from crafts to igloo building. And that's not all; the resort also boasts a bowling alley, cinema, ice hockey matches, a leisure center, a museum, a swimming pool with a spa, cross-country skiing, and dog sledding to keep the entire clan entertained.

Vaujany apres-ski

Apres-ski rating -
Perfect
Poor
Here, après-ski is more about sipping vin chaud by the fire than partying to loud music, giving you the perfect low-key wrap-up to your ski day. Most of the restaurants and cafés also serve as cozy drinking spots, and if you're looking for a late-night tipple, your hotel bar is where it's at. Ida’s bar, with its woody décor and fireplace, is a go-to for cocktail lovers, while QG Bar livens things up with a DJ from midday onward.

Vaujany

food scene

Vaujany food scene

Vaujany rolls out the red carpet for families. With ski school and lifts easily accessible from many accommodations, it's hassle-free for parents and kids alike. The Pôle Enfance kids' club in the village center offers a slew of activities for ages 3 to 11, from crafts to igloo building. And that's not all; the resort also boasts a bowling alley, cinema, ice hockey matches, a leisure center, a museum, a swimming pool with a spa, cross-country skiing, and dog sledding to keep the entire clan entertained.