Winter has arrived properly in the Alps. A series of heavy snowfalls has transformed the mountains over the last few days, and with more forecast in the next 48 hours, conditions are shaping up for excellent early-season skiing. Resorts across the region are reporting excellent coverage on upper slopes — great news for anyone planning ski holidays or looking at mountain accommodation for the coming weeks.

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Where the Snow Has Landed

Snowfall has been particularly strong across high-altitude areas. Tignes and Val Thorens opened up on 22nd November to perfect conditions! Many resorts are now looking at a strong early-season base. Lower elevations have also seen snow, with snow down to the valleys even at Geneva airport over last weekend.

What This Means for Early Ski Holidays

This new snowfall brings several benefits for skiers and snowboarders:

• A stable, early-season snow base that will improve piste quality.

• Better conditions for ski schools, families, beginners and intermediate skiers.

• High-altitude resorts will have great opening conditions, and some resorts are even hoping to open early.

If you’re considering a pre-Christmas ski holiday or looking to book a last minute break, this weather is exactly what you want to see.

More Snow on the Way

Forecasts indicate another active system moving through the Alps in the next two days. This could deliver a further substantial top-up — especially on north-facing slopes — reinforcing the excellent conditions. If temperatures remain cold, this new snow will settle well and set up a promising launch for the 2025/26 ski season. For an in-depth round up of snow and weather, check out the latest bulletin on WeathertoSki.co.uk

A Great Time to Plan Your Trip

Snow always drives demand, and with availability still good across many resorts, now is a strong moment to look at ski chalets, apartments, and other mountain accommodation options. Some of our wonderful Chalets Direct members are already reporting an uptick in enquiries as the early-season outlook improves.

Whether you’re planning a quick weekend, a family Christmas trip, or a longer holiday in January, the latest snowfall is a clear sign: winter has arrived in the French Alps — and it’s definitely time to get planning.