Holidays & Disability

At Val d’Isère, the quality of vacation accommodation for disabled people and people with reduced mobility (PRM) is important!
Our partners are committed to welcoming disabled visitors and holidaymakers on a daily basis. We have compiled a list of the village’s accommodations, restaurants, ski schools, parking lots and sanitary facilities that are accessible to all.

Guide Accessibility in Val d'Isère

The accessibility guide lists addresses and services specially designed for people with disabilities in Val d’Isère. It provides a detailed list of accessible locations, including information on adapted infrastructures. The guide aims to make it easier for everyone to access and take part in winter and summer activities in the village and resort.

Guide Accessible tourism

The guide “La Haute-Tarentaise comfortable for all” is adapted to all types of disability, including the elderly and parents with baby carriages. It provides clear, detailed information on transport, accommodation, activities and public services.

Chart « Pour une montagne de confort »

Val d’Isere is proud to be a signatory to the Chart « Pour une montagne de confort » which affirms our commitment to improving the reception and comfort of visitors with disabilities. The Chart guides us in a quality approach, ensuring our services such as accommodation, leisure activities and transport, are adapted for all.

Practical info

Outdoor parking lots

2 spaces, at the piste traffic circle (from the Tourist Office traffic circle, go under the snow front through the tunnel).
1 space, at the traffic circle in front of the Tourist Office.
1 place in front of the Post Office.
1 space, place Rosoleil, à la Daille (in the blue zone of the Bellecôte residence).
2 parking spaces, rue Rosoleil (downstream of the boiler house).
1 space, in front of the Sherpa supermarket.
1 space, in front of the Centre Aquasportif.
1 space, résidence les Richardes (at the bus stop in front of the gendarmerie).

Outdoor disabled parking spaces are reserved for people with vehicles displaying the GIC or GIG badge (European-sky-blue background, no others). With the disabled badge clearly visible, customers can park in these piblic spaces for up to 12 hours.

Indoor car parks

6 spaces, in the Parking du Centre (P0): exit only via the car access ramp. Entrance and exit are 200 meters from the snow front, between the Christiania and Savoyarde hotels.
4 spaces, in the Parking La Daille (P2): exit only via the car access ramp.
8 spaces in the Parking Face de Bellevarde (P1).

The parking lot reception area is accessible. It is located in the Parking du Centre (P0), next to the ice rink.

Sanitary

At the start and finish of the Olympique gondola: a step at the entrance to the toilets
At the arrival of the Solaise gondola: inside the Lounge
At the Fornet gondola departure point: to the left of the ticket offices
At the top of the Fornet cable car: inside the Signal high-altitude restaurant
Below the ESF: access ramp, signposted from the street
Bas de la Daille: level with the La Daille gondola ticket offices

Free shuttles

The shuttles are equipped with removable ramps that allow safe boarding and alighting for wheelchair users. Additionally, the interior of the buses is designed to provide ample and suitable space for individuals with reduced mobility, ensuring a comfortable and secure journey. The drivers, trained in welcoming and assisting people with disabilities, are always ready to help if needed, thus providing a personalized and attentive service.

Handisport Association

The Handisport Val d’Isère association is responsible for developing and promoting a range of winter sports activities for people with disabilities. The association can lend you the equipment you need.

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Handiski Handisport En Hiver A Val Disere

Handiski Guide Ski area

Discover our guide dedicated to handiskiing in the Val d’Isère ski area. This document presents the accessible slopes, specialized equipment and services to offer a safe and adapted skiing experience for people with disabilities. Prepare your stay in complete peace of mind with advice and practical information on adapted infrastructures.

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Ski schools offering handisport activities!

ESF Ecole du Ski Français

The ESF offers group lessons and private lessons from beginner to advanced level. 87 years of experience at your service!

Oxygène - École de Ski & Snowboard

Trust a ski school with 30 years of experience to help you discover the best of Val d'Isère. With family or friends, reach the summits for an unforgettable stay.

Ski School - Evolution 2

Evolution 2 is an outdoor ski & adventure school open year-round since 1987. We favor quality, in particular through reduced staff for ski lessons and also as part of our...

Ski-lesson.com

Fully qualified mountain professionals, for premium holidays, more than 25 years of experience !

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Private lessons. Group lessons ski or snowboard with 6 participants maximum per group. Take advantage of our great lessons + equipment deal (up to 50% discount). Possibility...

Center Aquasportif
Sports parks
Bike Park
Tandem bike
Hiking
Joëlette & Wheelchair

Practical info

We invite you to contact the Aquasportif Center directly for information on access and the appropriate equipment for each activity.

Aquasportive Center

Right in the centre of Val d’Isère, at the foot of the legendary Face de Bellevarde slope, the ‘Centre Aquasportif’ is a 5,000 m² sports & pool complex where you can have...

A panel activities

Why not take advantage of the pure, fresh air of nature to discover and practice activities in the plaine aire? On the menu: tennis, horse-riding, golf, archery, soccer, skate park, climbing, pétanque… Discover these two unique places and be surprised by the diversity of activities.

Practical info

We invite you to contact the Sports Parks directly to find out about access and the appropriate equipment for each activity.

Charles Diebold Sports Park

Located in the heart of the resort, in place of the snow front in winter, the Charles Diebold Sports Park is an open-air playground that will delight young and old alike! On...

Manchet Sports Park

Located in the Manchet valley, this sports park lets you enjoy a range of sporting activities right in the heart of the mountains. The perfect place to try your hand at golf or...

All-terrain wheelchair

Work in collaboration with the Fédération Française de Handisport.

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FTT itineraryAll-terrain wheelchair

Alternating between Popeye and Flowy Jumper, this route is classified as difficulty “2” by the French Handisport Federation. Follow the “FTT” markers under the signs for the mountain bike trails concerned.

FTTe itineraryElectric all-terrain wheelchair

The entire Val Pesto trail is suitable for electric all-terrain wheelchairs. This route is classified as difficulty “2” by the FFH. There are a few narrow sections. Follow the “FTT” markers following “Val Pesto”.

Loan Tandem bike with electric assistance

Equipment suitable for visually impaired people or people with mobility problems.

Deposit required.
For use from Val d’Isère to Aime La Plagne *.

*Reserved for use in Val d’Isère, Tignes, Sainte Foy Tarentaise, Villaroger, La Rosière, Séez, Bourg Saint Maurice-Les Arcs, Les Chapelles, Landry, Peisey-Nancroix, La Plagne Tarentaise and Aime La Plagne.

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Pret Dun Velo En Tandem Avec Assistance Electrique A Val Disere

Mountain guide

William proposes a hike around Lac de la Sassière. Hiking organized with the person concerned and his or her family.

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Hiking in a wheelchair

From Hotel Mont-Blanc to Laisinant
Lac de la Sassière
Tour of Lac de Tignes
In the valley: Rosuel

Loan Joëlette® with electric assistance

Equipment suitable for visually impaired people or people with mobility problems.

Deposit required.
Easy to use, instructions are given at the time of loan.
For use from Val d’Isère to Aime La Plagne *.

Book with GRAVITYLAB

Joelette Loan With Ccht In Val Disere In Summer

Loan Wheelchair 3-wheel seahorse

Free on presentation of ID.
Chairs are stored at Le Chevril.
Booking by contacting Pierre-Jean Vanmarcke several days in advance.

Lodgings available

In Val d’Isère, there are around twenty hotels, residences and gîtes with adapted structures. We invite you to contact them for more information on the conditions and services on offer.