Les 2 Alpes has one of the highest ski areas in the world, and from 2800 to 3600 metres (11 800 ft), between 18 June and 28 August 2011 the largest skiable glacier (110 hectares) in Europe is open for Summer skiing and snowboarding. With a variety of runs in a relaxed summer atmosphere Summer skiing is for everyone from complete beginners to more expert skiers or boarders looking to enjoy something different. You can even mix with professional snowboarders who come from all over the Europe for training. Summer skiing is done in the morning until lunchtime leaving the rest of the day for more traditional summer activities in Les Deux Alpes.

Les Deux Alpes is very much Europe's capital of summer skiing, see the facts below:

-          a significant area of marked pistes

-          an 800m vertical descent

-          11 ski lifts open from 7.15am to 13.30pm

-          a purpose built “snowpark” with half pipes, jumps…

-          organised courses

Tignes is also another hotspot for summer skiing in the French Alps. The Glacier rises from 2700m to 3600m and boasts:

-          20mks of ski runs

-          12 lifts

-          750m of vertical

-          a snow park

-          Ice grotto

From its summit of 3656m, the Grand Motte glacier dominates the surrounding area. The Grande Motte Glacier is open during the summer months and ideal for any ability. The Grande Motte Glacier is normally open from the latter part in June until the end of August everyday from around 7am to 1pm.

View here for further information about the resorts, places to stay and ski extras such as lift passes, ski hire and ski school.