What to do during The spring off-season May and June

As the winter season draws to a close, the village becomes a peaceful place again, letting nature take over as it bursts back into life. The snow gradually melts away, revealing mountain pastures where the first flowers are emerging from the ground. Herds of ibex descend from the summits and curious marmots reappear as the mountains are gently shrouded in silence. This is the perfect time to slow the pace, breathe the fresh air and discover from a new angle the soothing wilderness of Val d’Isère in all its authenticity.

Places that stay open off-season

Taking the time to blossom 5 May to 5 July 2025: the spring off-season

Before the summer season gets into full swing, the off-season period offers a precious opportunity to recharge your batteries away from the hustle and bustle of the city, take time out for yourself and reconnect with nature. Fancy a little peace and quiet, a chance to go hiking or just enjoy the fresh air? Here’s a selection of things to do in Val d’Isère during the months of May and June.

©Lunch on the terrace at Le Relais au Manchet|Anna Cantu Photographe

Places that stay open in the village

Bars, restaurants, bakeries, hotels, shops, medical centre, etc. Check out our (non-exhaustive) list of businesses open during the off-season.

All places that stay open

Are you familiar with our programme for this summer? Foire Savoyarde Avaline, French Trail Running Championships, Fête du Vieux Val … there’s something for everyone!

Overview of summer events and entertainment

What to do in the off-season Check out our suggestions!

In May, we recommend the south-facing Balcon trail, one of the first hiking routes to become accessible as the snow melts quickly here. In June, head into the superb Vanoise National Park, truly the jewel of Savoie, which spreads between the Maurienne and Tarentaise regions. Here, the trails take you exploring an unspoilt wilderness where you may spot bearded vultures, royal eagles, ibex, chamois and, of course, marmots! -> see hiking itineraries
The Col du Petit St Bernard, the pass leading to Italy, opens in June, depending on weather conditions, as does the Col de l’Iseran. So take advantage of this opportunity to discover sublime landscapes cut off from the rest of the world. Accessible by car or bike, these passes are only open for a few months of the year, offering a multitude of hiking routes in the Maurienne valley where you can visit, for example, the lovely village of Bonneval sur Arc, just 30 km from Val d’Isère via the Iseran pass.
In the Solaise area you can spend a peaceful day at Ouillette lake, the perfect spot for a family walk or a picnic in the great outdoors. For paragliders, there’s a launch slope just behind the lake and a landing area in the Manchet sector.
Did you know that you can spend the night in an unattended refuge? During the off-season period, the Fond des Fours and Prariond refuges remain open, offering the authentic experience of sleeping at a remote spot in the mountains. After your stay, don’t forget to pay online as your contribution to the upkeep of these refuges.

Events Not to Be Missed

Sunday 15 June: Flower market in Val Village. A chance to enjoy a stroll amid the fragrances of spring and buy a colourful bouquet of flowers!
Friday 20 June: Stage of the Alpine Cup (car rally)
Saturday 21 June: Music festival organised by the Vie Val D’Is association at the Pumptrack, from 1pm. Party atmosphere and summer spirit guaranteed!
Sunday 22 June: L’Iserane, THE cycling event of the summer. The road between Val d’Isère and Bonneval-sur-Arc, via the Iseran pass, is closed to traffic while the cyclists tackle this legendary climb!

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©Nuit Refuge Fond Des Fours|Yann ALLEGRE

©Arrival at Col de l'Iseran during l'Iserane|Val d'Isere Tourisme

©Group of friends on the Col de l'Iseran by bike in summer|Yann ALLEGRE

©A marmot at Le Fornet in summer|Yann ALLEGRE

©Via Ferrata roc de tovière with view of the village|Yann ALLEGRE

©Via Ferrata with a climbing man|Yann ALLEGRE

©Wildlife - birds of prey in the sky|Yann ALLEGRE

Thrills galore! Climbing peaks and admiring the view!

Climb to the top of the cliff on one of our Via Ferrata courses! Don’t forget to bring your own safety equipment. The via ferrata routes open as early as June, but we sometimes have to postpone the opening date until the young bearded vultures fly the nest. Indeed, the Daille cliffs are the perfect nesting place for bearded vultures 🙂

Via ferrata - Plates de la Daille

Roc de la Tovière via ferrata

From 1 January 2025 until 4 May 2025
From 19 May 2025 until 4 July 2025
From 5 July 2025 until 31 August 2025

Monday

10:00 - 21:00

Tuesday

10:00 - 21:00

Wednesday

07:30 - 22:00

Thursday

10:00 - 21:00

Friday

10:00 - 21:00

Saturday

10:00 - 21:00

Sunday

07:30 - 21:00

WINTER OPENING
⚠️The sports pool and fitness rooms open their doors at 7.30am on Wednesdays and Sundays.

✅All areas of the Aquasportif Center are open.

Monday

14:00 - 20:00

Tuesday

14:00 - 20:00

Wednesday

12:00 - 18:00

Thursday

14:00 - 20:00

Friday

14:00 - 20:00

Saturday

14:00 - 20:00

Sunday

09:00 - 13:00

SPRING OFF-SEASON OPENING
✅ Open areas: weight & cardio room, multi-sports hall, climbing wall, squash courts, E-wall (interactive games).
⚠️ Closed areas: swimming pool, wellness area, Pure Altitude beauty institute, driving simulator, shop and lounge.

Monday

09:00 - 21:00

Tuesday

09:00 - 21:00

Wednesday

09:00 - 22:00

Thursday

09:00 - 21:00

Friday

09:00 - 21:00

Saturday

09:00 - 21:00

Sunday

09:00 - 21:00

SUMMER OPENING
✅All areas of the Aquasportif Center are open: swimming pool, wellness, bodybuilding & cardio-training, multi-sports room, climbing room, squash rooms, Pure Altitude beauty salon, E-wall (interactive games), driving simulators, the boutique and the lounge.