Summer chalets to rent in Tignes

The ultimate lakes and mountains holiday destination in France, Tignes is one of the top summer alpine resorts. A lively destination, Tignes is a summer mountain resort on an epic scale. The peaks surrounding the town are dramatic. Even in the height of summer when temperatures in resort typically sit in the balmy mid-twenties, a dusting of snow sits atop them. Encompassing a few distinct villages, a Tignes summer holiday has something for everyone.

Where to Stay on a Tignes Summer Holiday

Our portfolio includes Tignes luxury summer chalets in the villages of Le Lac, Les Boisses, and Le Brevieres. The heart of Tignes in summer is Tignes Le Lac, the perfect choice for visitors who like to be in the centre of the action. On the doorstep of summer chalets in Tignes Le Lac are a myriad of mountain activities, restaurants, and bars, including water sports on the lake. The quieter village of Tignes Les Boisses showcases a slower pace of life. With its own high speed gondola, the mountains remain completely accessible for hiking and mountain biking holidays to Tignes. A summer chalet holiday to Tignes Les Boisses boasts all the tranquillity of village life with the benefits of a larger resort. For an authentic summer holiday in the French Alps, Tignes Les Brevieres is one of our favourite alpine resorts. At an altitude of 1,550m, the summer chalets in Tignes Les Brevieres combine classic style and contemporary luxury. The prettiest of the villages, it’s a great choice for a luxurious summer mountain holiday to Tignes.

Lakes and Mountains Adventures

There’s so much to do on a summer holiday to Tignes that many guests return year after year. For starters, the luxury chalets in our Tignes summer portfolio boast exceptional entertainment and wellness facilities. Adventurous spirits will love a summer activity holiday to Tignes. There’s over 220km of mountain biking trails, and world-renowned road cycling routes. Nearby Tour de France climbs include the Col de l’Iseran and Le Col du Petit Saint Bernard. Bucket list holiday activities in Tignes include paragliding, white-water rafting, and mountaineering on the Tignes glacier.

Summer activities in Tignes span everything from paddleboarding on the lake, to mountain biking through alpine forests, and even summer skiing at almost 3,000m on the Grande Motte Glacier. Spend a day at the ‘beach’ on the lake’s shores, or up the ante by trying the Acroland waterpark with its famous lake jumping ramps. Younger families, will love the Lagon indoor pool. There’s also quad biking, via ferrata, and a skatepark which teens will love. Alternatively, slow things down a little with an outdoor yoga class in the majestic mountains or fly fishing on the lake.

Restaurants and Bars in Tignes

The majority of the best luxury summer chalets in Tignes are offered on a bed & breakfast or self catered basis, allowing guests the freedom to explore during their stay. With a number of traditional mountain restaurants in Tignes, Savoyarde cuisine is a real strength. Regional produce including locally farmed cheese and meat make for delicious hearty menus with fondue and raclette particular highlights after a busy day exploring the mountains. Most restaurants will be found in the larger villages of Le Lac and Val Claret. The atmosphere is typically family friendly and relaxed, however there are a couple of cocktail bars and Michelin recognised restaurants for something special.

Luxury Summer Chalets in Tignes

For the ultimate mountain holiday, Tignes has it all. Discover beautiful landscapes to explore, enjoy memorable experiences and life-affirming activities, and choose an incredible property to rent, including summer chalets with a pool and family friendly chalets.