10 essentials to photograph at Alpe d'Huez

1- The view from the Pic Blanc

Culminating at an altitude of 3330m on the Grandes Rousses massif, the Pic Blanc offers an exceptional panorama (ranked 3 stars in the Michelin Guide) on 1/5th of the French territory, as well as the view from the Dome of Lauze des 2 Alpes on the Pic Bayle, the Meije and the Barre des Ecrins.
📍 Access: via the cable car line and Pic Blanc cable car
📸 Photo tip: Spot the Arves needles and point the middle one with your finger

2- The Signal, a panorama of the station and the domain

Le Signal, a panorama of the station and the area3- Pose with Roger, the BergerWith its 2,100 meters altitude, the Signal is one of the best viewpoints on the Alpe d’Huez resort. To enjoy an exceptional panorama, go up to the top at the opening and let yourself be amazed by the unobstructed view of the resort.
📍 Access: via the Signal telecentre, the Grande Sure chairlift or the Villarais chairlift from Auris.
📸 Photo tip: enjoy the spectacular panorama from the Signal, offering a breathtaking view of the entire Alpe d’Huez resort.

3- Strike a pose with Roger, the Shepherd

Unusual break guaranteed! Along the track At Roger’s, sit on the XXL bench alongside Roger, the shepherd, and his friends.
📍 Access: from the Romans chairlift or sector 2100 Les Jeux. Take the Télémixte des Jeux or the Pic Blanc cable car (formerly DMC) to access from Alpe d’Huez.

4- A retro nod to old cable cars

On the estate, find the old cabins of the DMC, refurbished and installed to become photo spots as nostalgic as original. A beautiful way to immortalize your passage in a unique vintage setting.
📍 Access: The cabins are spread over the snow meadow in the Grandes Rousses sector, at the foot of the Games snowpark – keep your eyes open!
📸 Photo tip: Pose inside or next to the cabins for a retro memory of the mountains.

5- The magic of works of art carved in ice

Dug under the snow, the Ice Cave is a must. This season, discover the 120 meters of galleries carved on the theme of the African Safari. The play of light sublimates each sculpture offering vivid photos.
📍Access: Pic Blanc 1 and Pic Blanc 2 lifts in the Grandes Rousses sector.
🕒Opening: every day from 30 November 2024 (9:30 am – 4 pm).
📸Photo tip: enjoy the light effects to create unique shots that reflect the magical atmosphere of the cave.

6- The proof that you were there!

At the top of the Signal, just before taking the famous pink track of the Marcel Farm, a mountain cow awaits you with a very pop Alpe d’Huez. This is the perfect spot for a group photo and proof that you have indeed spent your vacation at Alpe d’Huez.
📍 Access: via the Télémixte du Signal
📸 Photo tip: We don’t hesitate to climb the letters and the back of the cow to boost the shot!

7- A muzzle at the end of the lens

We often hear Mika’s dogs arrive from afar, pulling the sleds behind them. If it is possible to practice the activity by reservation, it is also possible to take advantage of it to take some photos
📍Access: They are visible on the snow front behind the Pic Blanc gondola at 1800.
📸 Photo tip: Before approaching to take a photo, remember to ask the mushers for permission and the appropriate behavior to adopt.

8- Under the starry sky, a lit igloo

The mountain in winter is as beautiful during the day as at night. With Clément from the Guide’s Office, you will discover it between a starry sky and an igloo dug where it is possible to taste a fondue. The experience is to be machine-gunned from every angle outside as well as inside.
📸 Photo tip: Hide yourself during the evening to enjoy the silence and the view

9- Board the famous Telecentre

At the end of the day, board the Télécentre, with its sweet name of ‘salad basket’ which it is rare to encounter again.
in resort, a panoramic gondola that flies over part of the Alpe d’Huez station. This journey becomes an essential spot to contemplate the flamboyant colors of the sunset. An experience to live absolutely after a day on the slopes.
📍Access: from the Grandes Rousses sector (1800). This ski lift is free!
📸 Photo tip: capture the landscape at sunset.

10- There is no island in the sun without sea of clouds

Did you know that the island in the sun is the nickname of the Alpe d’Huez? And for good reason, it is not uncommon to find that a sea of clouds has taken up residence a few meters below offering some days totally cut off from the world.
📍Access: We can see it from anywhere in the station
📸Photo tip: for a truly magical photo, it’s best to take the height.