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Auris en Oisans Ski Holidays

At a glance

  • Near Alpe d’Huez and Les 2 Alpes
  • Grand Domaine ski area
  • Sunny, family ski resort

Great for

  • Short transfers
  • Linked ski area
  • Sunny skiing

Ski Holidays in Auris en Oisans

Home to old hamlets and a purpose-built base station, Auris is part of the Grand Domaine ski area where 250km of pistes are shared with Alpe d’Huez. This is a more peaceful neck of the woods – perfect if you like to feel it’s just you, your skis and the mountains.

  • Flight Time
  • 1h 45m
  • From London
  • Nearest Airports
  • Geneva, Grenoble
  • Chambery, Lyon
  • Time zone
  • GMT + 1 hour
  • Language
  • French
  • Currency
  • Euros
  • Ski Season
  • Dec - April

Auris en Oisans Stats

Top Altitude
2176m (Auris) 3300m (Grand Domaine)
Bottom Altitude
1600m
Resort Altitude
1600m
Total Piste
45km (Auris) 250km (Grand Domaine)
Longest Run
16km
Slope Orientation
S N
Vertical Drop
Skiable Vertical
Night Skiing
Yes
Glacier Skiing
Yes (Grand Domaine)

South facing Auris is surrounded by spruce forest in the foothills of Signal de l’Homme, looking out over the Ecrins National Park.

Auris Station up at 1600m is a huddle of self-catered apartments and hotels, mixed with a couple of restaurants and bars. It was built on the pastures of the original Auris en Oisans village that lies below it, made up of eleven traditional hamlets – wood and stone chalets, pretty chapels, the lot.

Base yourself in the old part if you like a bit of classic alpine charm, but for speedy access to the ski area you’re probably better off at the station… Either way, a shuttle runs between the two so getting around is easy. Served by the Suires, Col and Auris express lifts, the local ski area - Domaine d’Auris – has 45km of slopes and saw 3.5 million euros of investment in 2015. Now you’ll find faster lifts, extended snowmaking coverage and a brand new green run.

But what’ll really get you out of bed in the morning is the fact that Domaine d’Auris belongs to the Grand Domaine ski area. Within 10 minutes you’re up and away into a 250km wonderland of slopes more commonly associated with the neighbouring resort of Alpe d’Huez. Trails in every difficulty (including Europe’s longest black run), world-beating off piste and lively mountainside après ski are yours to explore with the full area pass in hand, and for intermediates and above it’s well worth the investment. Another of France’s top ski areas, Les 2 Alps is within half an hour’s drive and with a skiable glacier and 223km of slopes, it makes for an amazing day trip (or two).

Winter Sports Ratings

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Intermediate

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Snowboarding

Auris en Oisans Transfer Times

Grenoble Airport 1.5 hours
Chambery Airport 2 hours
Lyon Saint Expury 2 hours
Geneva Airport 2h40

The nearest airport to Auris en Oisans is Lyon St Euxpéry at 150 km or about ? by car

What's the ski area like in Auris en Oisans?

Auris en Oisans good for doorstep skiing and perfect for young familes with 19 runs and 12 ski lifts. It is linked to Alpe d'Huez with the 5 min chairlift.

Which other ski resorts are near to Auris en Oisans?

The nearest ski resorts to Auris en Oisans include Alpe d'Huez, Les 2 Alpes.

Ski Area Facts

LocationSouthern Alps, France
Established
Downhill45km (Auris) 250km (Grand Domaine)
Lift Pass€180 (adult 6 day Auris) €259.50 (adult 6 day Alpe d’Huez Grand Domaine)

Beginner Slopes

14 runs (Auris) 79 (Grand Domaine)

Intermediate Skiing

8 runs (Auris) 40 (Grand Domaine)

Advance & Expert Terrain

2 runs (Auris) 16 (Grand Domaine)

Snowboarding Trails

45km (Auris) 250km (Grand Domaine)100%

What is Auris en Oisans like for Beginner skiers?

Beginners might want to delay buying the full Grand Domaine pass until your instructor advises you to upgrade. There are some good greens trailing back to the village, like the Crocus and Marmottes which are usually a lot quieter than the ones over in Alpe. La Corniche is a longer piste from Col de Maronne, which you can link up with other runs for an all green descent or take the Auris Express and ski Les Eterlous on the other side of the mountain. If you do want more green terrain, head over to the Alpe d’Huez area where dozens of runs stream from the Romains and Jeux lifts down to the resort.

What is Auris en Oisans like for Intermediate skiers?

We love the gentle Col blue from the top of Auris Express to 1600, and Les Demouselles which takes you over to the other side. Take the Fontfroide chair up to Signal de l’Homme for the Pre Lond - a gloriously scenic cruise.

What is Auris en Oisans like for Advanced skiers?

Black run skiers simply can’t come to the Grand Domaine and not ski the Sarenne, the longest black run on the planet at a thigh testing 16km. This is one of a number of fabulous black pistes in the area – mogully Tunnel and (closer to home) Col de Cluy among them.

What is Auris en Oisans like for snowboarding?

Make your way tot Alpe D’huez and the park at the top of the Grandes Rousses. There is a park with easier terrain above Vaujany.

What is Auris en Oisans like for off-piste skiing?

A lot of the off piste can be easily accessed from lifts, with favourite areas including Pic Blanc and the back side of Signal de l’Homme. Don’t forget that legendary La Grave is half an hour away if you want to tick one of the world’s most daring descents off your bucket list.

What is Auris en Oisans like for cross country skiing?

There are two sections. In the Maronne area, you can take in the Plateau de la Rochette and enjoy the cross country ski loop with views of the Grandes Rousses, Alpe d'Huez and the Ecrins peaks. The other area is on the side by Foret de Piegut.

Auris en Oisans Restaurants

Before the sun sets and the crowd sets I, sitting on the terrance having tasty tapas at the Shuss bar is great to try. Le Tetras does brilliant pizzas and vin chaud. We like the fondues and tartiflettes at Auberge de la Foret, and Raphael and co do a marvellous mix of pizzas, pancakes and Savoyard dishes.

Auris en Oisans Après Ski

Auris itself is rather quiet, but up on the mountain above Alpe d’Huez you’ve got the likes of Folie Douce to provide piste side parties. Back at 1600, the Schuss bar is a popular spot for drinks out on the terrace. Why not try Bar à bière pub, serving great beer.

Auris en Oisans Activites for Non-skiers

Other activities here include dog sledding, luge and snowshoeing.

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Best Time to Visit Auris en Oisans

Being south facing means Auris can capture the best of the sunshine, which is wonderful in the coldest winter months. Later on in the season, the rays can affect the snow – but there’s always higher skiing to be had over on the Sarenne glacier above Alpe d’Huez.

What's Auris en Oisans like at Christmas?

A Christmas market, torchlight descents, fireworks and lantern launches usually take place over Christmas in Auris en Oisans… and of course the appearance of a certain white-bearded fellow.

What's Auris en Oisans like in the New Year?

See in the New Year in Auris en Oisans, roaming the Grand Domaine and feasting in local restaurants.

What's Auris en Oisans like in Half-Term?

We like Half Term in Auris en Oisans for a quieter alternative to Alpe d’Huez, with the same amazing ski area.

What's Auris en Oisans like at Easter?

In Easter in Auris en Oisans you can really make the most of the spring sunshine from the resort’s south facing position.

Auris en Oisans Snow Conditions

Snow Report, History & Forecast

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On previous years, under 5’s have been able to ski free in Auris, and we’ve seen some great family lift pass packages too. The quieter nature of this part of the Grand Domaine makes for proper family time together, without the crowds and distractions of bigger resorts. The Club Enfants les Marmottes looks after tiddlies aged 18 months all the way up to 12-year-old tweens and if your youngsters haven’t skied before, they’ll be in good hands with the ski school and the local ski area’s gentle greens.

A small, quiet resort for evenings gathered together over drinks and games, and one great big ski area to spread out and explore… Auris en Oisans can be spot on if you’re group is more focussed on the skiing than the après ski. Every ability of skier and snowboarder will find something to suit them here, from the quiet, gentle local slopes to the incredible black pistes and powder terrain over around Alpe d’Huez.

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Ski Extras

How much is a ski pass in Auris en Oisans

Maximum and minimum adult Auris en Oisans lift pass prices ranged from €214 to €267 for 6 days access to the Auris en Oisans ski lift system at the start of the 2025 winter season. Our lift passes are part of a packaged Auris en Oisans holiday with accommodation, so prices vary depending on chalet or hotel suppliers. Confirm price for the lift ticket before booking your holiday.

Lift Tickets Child Adult Senior
1 Day Price N / A €22 - €53 €13 - €43
6 Day Price N / A €214 - €267 €83 - €211
Age Range 5 - 12 13 - 64 65+
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Getting to Auris en Oisans

Most of our ski holidays to Auris en Oisans packaged with flights include airport transfers. We can also arrange private transfers to Auris en Oisans from nearby airports

How long does it take to fly to Auris en Oisans from the UK?

Flights from London take about 1h 45m to Geneva, Grenoble, Chambery, Lyon. This table shows approximate transfer times to Auris en Oisans from the nearest airports, smaller airports can be more prone to delays.

Airport Distance Transfer Time
Lyon St Euxpéry 150 km ?
Grenoble 70 km ?
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How long does it take to drive to Auris en Oisans from the UK?

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How long is the transfer from nearest France train station to Auris en Oisans?

The transfer time from alpine train stations are generally shorter than from airports, Call us for details of Auris en Oisans transfers.

Station Distance Transfer Time
Grenoble 70 km 1 hour 10 minutes
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Going to Auris en Oisans under your own steam

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