Located at 1,350 metres altitude, Oz-en-Oisans is a family resort in the Isère, linked directly to the Alpe d’Huez Grand Domaine ski area and to the valley by cable car. Human-scale and pedestrian, accessible from Grenoble in less than 1h30, it charms with its simplicity, integration into the landscape and practicality. In winter, it’s a privileged entry point for big-mountain skiing, with two cable cars departing directly onto the ski area at 2,000m altitude, and a ski-in return. In summer, Oz is an ideal base camp for mountain biking or hiking lovers. Halfway between resort and village, Oz manages to combine warm atmosphere with modern facilities. It appeals to families with young children as well as seasoned sportspeople. Far from the crowds, Oz plays the card of active, practical, friendly mountains, summer and winter alike.
Oz-en-Oisans
Overview
Oz-en-Oisans
📅 Open 5 December 2026 to 18 April 2027
Overview of Oz-en-Oisans
Oz-en-Oisans stands out for its pedestrian, centralised layout: a compact ski area base, shops accessible on foot, and mostly timber-and-stone residences well integrated into the landscape. Unlike resorts of the 1970s, Oz opted for contemporary mountain architecture from the outset. The resort heart is organised around a lively square housing the ski school, rental shops, tourist office, restaurants and ski lift departures. A few older hamlets (Oz Village, Sardonne) reflect the commune’s rural past, with traditional houses and sloping lanes. Just 20 minutes by car from Bourg d’Oisans, Oz is both easily accessible and well integrated into the Grandes Rousses massif. The vertical drop between the resort and the summits is impressive, offering very open views over the Romanche valley and the Oisans peaks.
Our review — Oz-en-Oisans
Ski area — key figures — Oz-en-Oisans
- 🌟 Village resort (Isère)
- 📏 1350 m Village altitude (3330 m Top altitude)
- 🎿 111 runs
🚠 13 ski lifts
Average lift age: 24 years
When to visit
Oz-en-Oisans in summer
In summer, Oz-en-Oisans attracts an active clientele. The resort is integrated into the Alpe d’Huez mountain biking domain, with several downhill, enduro and cross-country tracks accessible by ski lift. Walkers appreciate routes towards the Lacs plateau, the Col du Poutran and the Fare refuge. The gondola remains open, allowing quick access to high-altitude panoramas. Road cyclists find a perfect base camp here for the ascent of Alpe d’Huez, Villard-Reculas, the Col de Sarenne or the cols du Glandon and de la Croix de Fer. The resort also offers supervised activities for children: archery, mini-golf, nature walks and tree-top adventure courses. The relative coolness of the altitude also attracts families fleeing summer heat in the valleys.
🎯 Things to do in summer:
✅ Road cycling • ✅ Downhill MTB • ✅ Enduro MTB • ✅ Hiking • ✅ Rock climbing
Oz-en-Oisans in winter
In winter, Oz-en-Oisans is a strategic gateway to the Alpe d’Huez Grand Domaine Ski area. In under ten minutes, the Alpette gondola whisks you up to 2,000 m, where the runs of Vaujany, Auris and Alpe d’Huez converge. Oz also has its own local sector, with varied forest runs — well-maintained and less crowded — perfect for improving your technique. The return to the resort is guaranteed throughout the season, even in tricky conditions. At the ski area base, a beginner zone, carpet lifts, a ski school and a toboggan area ease first steps on the snow. The atmosphere is family-friendly and relaxed, far from the stress of the large resorts. All services are within easy reach: rental, ski school, childcare, restaurants. Children’s events and shows punctuate the week. Choose Oz for quick access to big-mountain skiing, smooth organisation, calm and the ability to do everything on foot or on skis.
🎯 Things to do in winter:
✅ Alpine skiing • ✅ Cross-country skiing • ✅ Ski touring • ✅ Snowshoeing
Skiing
Below are the 3 ski areas accessible from Oz-en-Oisans: Domaine Oz – Vaujany (alpin), Espace Alpe d’Huez (alpin), Alpe d’Huez – Oz – Vaujany (nordique).
Ski area — Domaine Oz – Vaujany
⛰️ Altitudes: 1350 m – 2800 m
🎿 Alpine skiing: 53 km
💰 Day pass: 49.5 €
Nestled in the heart of the Grandes Rousses massif, the Oz-Vaujany ski area is a privileged and more affordable gateway to one of the world’s largest skiing areas: the Alpe d’Huez Space. Open from late November to late April, this family domain offers a complete skiing experience, combining the charm of its runs with the immensity of an exceptional ski area. Ideal for families and beginner to intermediate skiers, Oz-Vaujany is the sensible alternative for high-altitude skiing without breaking the bank. The Oz-Vaujany sector alone forms a substantial and varied ski area, totalling 53 km of skiing across 30 runs served by 28 ski lifts. Particularly appreciated for its convivial atmosphere and forest runs, it guarantees gentle learning and serene skiing days. Return to the resort is especially facilitated by runs like the blue Chevreuils piste, ensuring a relaxed end of day for skiers. Labelled Famille Plus, the resorts of Oz 3300 and Vaujany offer the comfort of a ski-in ski-out village where everything is accessible on foot. Oz-Vaujany’s major asset lies in its direct connection to the rest of the Alpe d’Huez Space. Via the Alpette and Poutran gondolas, skiers are quickly propelled towards the summits, accessing all 250 km of runs. The more experienced can launch from the Pic Blanc at 3,330 metres to descend the Sarenne — the world’s longest run at 16 km — or tackle the world’s greatest vertical drop (2,205 metres) down to Enversin d’Oz. This flexibility allows budgeting options: you can opt for a more economical pass limited to the Oz-Vaujany sector and occasionally add a daily complement to explore the entire large domain.
Ski area — Espace Alpe d’Huez
⛰️ Altitudes: 1250 m – 3330 m
🎿 Alpine skiing: 245 km
💰 Day pass: 68 €
The Alpe d’Huez ski area extends across 250 km, with 111 runs served by 70 ski lifts. It peaks at the Pic Blanc at 3,330 m, offering a breath-taking panorama and mythical descents such as the Sarenne (16 km long, 2,000 m vertical drop). Linked to Oz-en-Oisans, Vaujany, Villard-Reculas and Auris, the ski area alternates wide, sunny runs and more technical sections. Beginners benefit from a vast, well-exposed learning area. The Nordic ski area also has 50 km of cross-country ski trails.
Cross-country ski area — Alpe d’Huez – Oz – Vaujany
⛰️ Altitudes: 2000 m – 2120 m
🌲 Cross-country skiing: 49 km
💰 Day pass: 12 €
In the heart of the Grandes Rousses massif, the resorts of Alpe d’Huez, Oz-en-Oisans and Vaujany share access to an exceptional Nordic ski area, renowned for its altitude and snow quality. At over 2,050 metres, it is one of the highest Nordic ski areas in the Alps, guaranteeing excellent snow throughout the season. This unique high-altitude Nordic plateau is accessible by ski lift from the various resorts: from Oz-en-Oisans via the Poutran gondola; from Vaujany via the Alpette cable car; and from Alpe d’Huez directly at the Col de Poutran. At the top, skiers discover a grandiose 49 km trail network. The 5 loops, including 10 and 20 km circuits, wind between plateaus and rolling terrain, offering superb views over the Grandes Rousses summits in a calm, open environment. Trails are maintained for both classic and skating technique and suit all ability levels. A particularly attractive feature: access to this high-altitude ski area, including ski lift transport, is included in a specific daily pass of around 11 euros — making this unique experience very accessible.
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Ski pass prices — Oz-en-Oisans
Current lift pass prices for ski areas accessible from Oz-en-Oisans.
| Ski area | Day pass | 6-day pass | Season pass | Season (prices) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Domaine Oz – Vaujany (alpin skiing) | 49.5 € | 221.5 € | 670.5 € | 2026-2027 |
| Espace Alpe d’Huez (alpin skiing) | 68 € | 336.5 € | 1127.5 € | 2026-2027 |
| Alpe d’Huez – Oz – Vaujany (nordique skiing) | 12 € | 57 € | 211.5 € | 2025-2026 |
Additional information
- Domaine Oz – Vaujany: Le domaine donne également accès aux pistes de l’Alpe d’Huez et Auris-en-Oisans, pour 250 km de pistes et une altitude maximale de 3300 m.
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