Between the two resorts there are 300km of slopes available. There are 20 marked ski routes and the elevation altitude ranges from 1550m to 3456m. While it's true that more advanced skiers are well catered for, there are slopes to suit everyone. Espace Killy adds up like this: 170km of easy runs, 78km intermediate and 52km of difficult runs. The area features a glacier, which makes summer time skiing possible, and the runs are situated both above and below the treeline.
Due to the high altitude of the area, the snow is very reliable. From November to May visitors can expect to enjoy good snow conditions, but the area is home to 858 snow cannons, if a little help is required.
Beginners
There are free practice lifts found around the areas for those who are just starting out. There are plenty of easy runs and if you want to ski slowly, there is a specially designated area.
Intermediates
Intermediate skiers will enjoy cruising along on the stunning red slopes but there is a big step up to the next level, which can be daunting for the more nervous skier. Whilst there are some good blue runs at high altitudes it might be advisable to take the lift down, just to avoid any particularly difficult skiing.
Advanced
Advanced runs and ski routes for experts are aplenty in this area. Sache and Face Olympia are particularly popular and freestylers will appreciate the 10,000 hectares of off-piste skiable terrain. A ski guide can be a plus as they really know the area and will take you off piste without the hidden danger.
There are two brilliant ski parks in Espace Killy. Val d'Isere Snowpark and the Swatch snowpark. The first is ideal for both beginners and pros and features many jumps and obstacles, while the latter is also suited to all levels with a boarder cross and air jump.
There are 30km of cross country trails but they are not all easily connected.
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