The extensive Les Arcs and Paradiski lift network is open both summer and winter.
Made up of four modern, purpose-built resorts, each one offering direct access to the slopes, Les Arcs offers convenient skiing and doorstep access to the slopes.
Lift area
Opening
Closing
Les Arcs area
13 December 2025
25 April 2026
Ski season dates in Les Arcs 2025 - 2026
Lift area
Opening
Closing
Les Arcs area
12 June
13 September
Summer season dates in Les Arcs 2026
Winter ski season dates in Les Arcs
When can you ski in Les Arcs?
Weather/snow conditions permitting, you can usually ski in Les Arcs from December until April using the lift system. Naturally, the season can be extended, typically with weekend openings in November or by ski-touring/hiking yourself up!
Season start and end dates may vary slightly as they are dependent on snow conditions. There may be a reduced ski area in operation if snow cover is insufficient or due to early/late season ramp up/down.
Lift area
Opening
Closing
Les Arcs area
13 December 2025
25 April 2026
Paradiski full area
13 December 2025
25 April 2026
Ski season dates in Les Arcs 2025 - 2026
Take a look at this year's ski lift pass prices, and for the very latest info keep an eye on live lift status and discover maps to find your way around the pistes. Plus you can read more about the ski lift system in Les Arcs and the variety of winter activities you can do on your visit.
Summer season dates in Les Arcs
When are the lifts open in Les Arcs?
During the summer months the lift system is more restricted than in winter, but still offers fantastic mountain access to hikers, bikers and selfie-takers!
Lift area
Opening
Closing
Les Arcs area
12 June
13 September
Summer season dates in Les Arcs 2026
Early opening: The Funicular and TSD Cachette is open from 13 June until 26 June at weekends only.
From 30 August until 13 September 2026 the following lifts will remain open:
TSD Vallandry - every day until 5 September
TSD Cachette - weekends of 5 and 6 September / 12 and 13 September
Please note: all lift dates and times are subject to change due to adverse weather conditions and events. You can keep an eye on live lift status and visit our maps page to find your way around.
Find out all about what is happening in Les Arcs and how to make the most of your time here. The latest news, reviews of fun activities, current events and the trendiest restaurants, as well as interviews with leading locals, insider's guides and our top choices for things to do, see and experience in the valley. Plus, during the winter season, our famous snow reports and dump alerts all in the same place.
Each of the Les Arcs resorts holds a number of events throughout the year. International freestyle and freeride ski competitions, film festivals and snow & music parties take place in the ski area in the winter months, in addition to the usual après-ski parties featuring live bands and DJs. The summer, on the other hand, attracts a number of trail running and cycling competitions, as well as live concerts.