Skiing in Vaujany (Alpe d'Huez)
Vaujany is a small, traditional mountain village in the Oisans, perched on a sunny slope above the Eau d'Olle valley in the French Alps. The village has kept its original character, yet a large cable car links it directly to the extensive Alpe d'Huez ski area. That gives you the best of both worlds: a quiet stay in a real village and days on the slopes in an area with 296 kilometres of pistes and 102 lifts, between 1,379 and 2,987 metres. Recent winters recorded snow depths up to 195 centimetres here. Vaujany stays small-scale, also in our selection: we list 4 accommodations, with prices from 339 euros per person. Ideal if you want big skiing but small-village living.
Last checked: 2026-10-26 · Sources: Open-Meteo (snow data), OpenStreetMap (lifts and pistes), partner offers refreshed daily.
Accommodations in Vaujany (Alpe d'Huez)
Vaujany (Alpe d'Huez)8.4Oisans, Frankrijk
Résidence Le Crystal Blanc
Vaujany (Alpe d'Huez)6.8Oisans, Frankrijk
Résidence Les Epinettes
Vaujany (Alpe d'Huez)8.3Oisans, Frankrijk
Résidence La Cascade
Vaujany (Alpe d'Huez)Oisans, Frankrijk
Résidence Cochette
Vaujany (Alpe d'Huez)Oisans, Frankrijk
Chalet De Marie
Vaujany (Alpe d'Huez)Oisans, Frankrijk
Résidence La Fare
Vaujany (Alpe d'Huez)9.7Oisans, Frankrijk
Les Hauts de Vaujany
Vaujany (Alpe d'Huez)Oisans, Frankrijk
Résidence Les Améthystes
Vaujany (Alpe d'Huez)Oisans, Frankrijk
Les Roches Grandes
Vaujany (Alpe d'Huez)Oisans, Frankrijk
Résidence Le Saphir
Vaujany (Alpe d'Huez)Oisans, Frankrijk
Résidence Claret
Vaujany (Alpe d'Huez)Oisans, Frankrijk
Résidence Les Edelweiss
Vaujany (Alpe d'Huez)Oisans, Frankrijk
Résidence Marguerite
Vaujany (Alpe d'Huez)Oisans, Frankrijk
Chalet De Louise
Vaujany (Alpe d'Huez)Oisans, Frankrijk
Résidence Domaine Du Pâtre
Vaujany (Alpe d'Huez)Oisans, Frankrijk
Résidence L'Etendard
Vaujany (Alpe d'Huez)Oisans, Frankrijk
Chalet Sert Et Sagne
Vaujany (Alpe d'Huez)Oisans, Frankrijk
Résidence L'Etendard A
Vaujany (Alpe d'Huez)Oisans, Frankrijk
Chalet Le Grenier De Germaine
Vaujany (Alpe d'Huez)Oisans, Frankrijk
Chalets "Flocons De Neige"
Vaujany (Alpe d'Huez)Oisans, Frankrijk
Chalet Du Verney
Vaujany (Alpe d'Huez)Oisans, Frankrijk
Chalet Harmonie
Vaujany (Alpe d'Huez)Oisans, Frankrijk
Les Chalets Des Etoiles
Vaujany (Alpe d'Huez)Oisans, Frankrijk
Chalet Cap'sud
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Skiing from Vaujany: the big Alpe d'Huez area
From Vaujany a spacious cable car carries you into the Alpe d'Huez ski area in a few minutes. There you find one of France's largest linked areas: 296 kilometres of pistes and 102 lifts, spread across several villages and mountainsides.
The terrain is varied, from wide practice slopes to long descents with serious vertical between 1,379 and 2,987 metres. Because Vaujany sits on the edge of the area, the pistes here are often quieter than those around Alpe d'Huez itself.
Snow reliability around Vaujany
With pistes up to 2,987 metres, the area is reliably snowy. The high sections hold their snow well all winter; recent winters recorded a maximum of 195 centimetres. In early October 2026 a first sprinkling of fresh snow already fell.
The lower runs towards the villages can be more sensitive to mild spells in December and March. If you travel in those months, you will mostly ski higher up; in midwinter virtually the whole area is in good shape.
The village: authentic and calm
Vaujany is a village of stone houses, narrow lanes and a handful of shops and restaurants. Evenings are quiet; do not expect a big apres-ski scene, but rather a relaxed village feel and fine views over the valley.
Despite its small scale, facilities are well kept, including modern lift installations connecting the village to the mountainsides. Vaujany feels surprisingly comfortable for such a small place.
Who Vaujany suits
Vaujany fits skiers who want a big area without a busy resort. Families with children appreciate the compact, safe village core, and couples find the peace that larger ski stations lack.
Keen skiers are well served by the direct link into the full Alpe d'Huez area. If you come for nightlife and a wide choice of bars, you are better off in Alpe d'Huez itself or in Les 2 Alpes; Vaujany is emphatically a village for skiing and slowing down.
Practical: travel, booking and prices
You reach Vaujany via Grenoble, then drive up the Eau d'Olle valley. By car it is about a day's drive from the Benelux; flying into Lyon or Grenoble also works well.
Our selection in Vaujany is small: 4 accommodations, from 339 euros per person. Precisely because capacity is limited, booking early is wise, certainly for school holidays. Outside the holiday weeks in January and March the village is at its quietest and prices are lowest.
Vaujany (Alpe d'Huez) on the map
FAQ about Vaujany (Alpe d'Huez)
How much piste can you ski from Vaujany (Alpe d'Huez)?
From Vaujany (Alpe d'Huez) you reach the Oisans ski area with around 296 km of marked pistes and 102 lifts.
What does a ski holiday in Vaujany (Alpe d'Huez) cost?
Accommodations in Vaujany (Alpe d'Huez) start from around €279 per person; Nivosola compares 24, refreshed daily.
Is there enough snow around Vaujany (Alpe d'Huez)?
Yes. Recent winters in Oisans reached a maximum snow depth of around 195 cm. December to March is the most reliable period.
How high is Vaujany?
Vaujany sits at around 1,250 metres on a sunny slope above the valley. The ski area it connects to reaches 2,987 metres, so for the best snow you ski higher up.
Is Vaujany suitable for beginners?
Yes, although the main practice terrain lies higher in the area, reached by cable car. The large Alpe d'Huez area has plenty of wide, gentle pistes where beginners can build confidence.
How quiet is Vaujany compared to Alpe d'Huez?
Vaujany is considerably quieter: it is a small village without a big nightlife scene, whereas Alpe d'Huez is a full ski station. Outside peak holiday weeks the pistes around Vaujany are often remarkably calm.
Which other village in the region makes a good alternative?
Les 2 Alpes lies in the same Oisans region and offers a lively resort atmosphere with plenty of apres-ski plus a glacier area. Alpe d'Huez itself is another option with more amenities and nightlife.