France's longest ski season: ALPÉON becomes your direct tenant and pays you every month for up to 26 weeks on the glacier.
With a glacier at 3,456 m and a base altitude of 2,100 m at Val Claret, Tignes offers the longest guaranteed ski season in France — opening in late October and closing in early May.
Tignes' Grande Motte glacier operates almost year-round, and the resort itself typically runs for 26 weeks — compared to 18–20 weeks at lower altitude resorts. For property investors, this extended season means more weeks of rental income and a longer window for ALPÉON's guaranteed rent to compound. No other French resort can match Tignes' combination of reliable natural snow, glacier access, and season length.
Tignes attracts a specific type of guest: serious skiers and snowboarders who choose the resort for its glacier, challenging off-piste terrain, and overall snow reliability. British, Scandinavian, Northern European, and increasingly Eastern European visitors dominate the clientele. This demographic is typically younger, more adventurous, and willing to book early for peak weeks — creating a deep and reliable demand pool that ALPÉON taps through specialist international partnerships.
Tignes properties offer significantly better value than equivalent properties in Val d'Isère, which shares the same 300 km Espace Killy ski domain. A three-bedroom apartment in Tignes Val Claret may cost 30–40% less to acquire than a comparable property in Val d'Isère, while accessing identical terrain. This makes Tignes one of the most compelling risk-adjusted ski property investment opportunities in the Alps — strong rental yields supported by a highly international demand base and the longest season in France.
We sign a multi-year commercial lease with you and pay a fixed monthly rent — regardless of occupancy. No management fees, no empty weeks, no surprises. For 26 weeks of glacier season.
Fixed monthly income from day one. Your rent is paid whether the apartment is full or empty, across Tignes' exceptional 26-week season.
We target serious skiers and snowboarders from the UK, Scandinavia, and Northern Europe through specialist platforms and adventure ski travel partnerships.
Professional multilingual welcome, 24/7 guest support, and concierge services including ski school booking and lift pass coordination.
Hotel-standard changeovers with luxury linen, professional cleaning, and property inspection after every stay.
Preventative and reactive maintenance handled by our local Tignes team. Your property is kept in perfect condition throughout the long season.
Real-time visibility on bookings, occupancy, and financials through your dedicated owner portal.
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Anonymised results from properties currently managed by ALPÉON in Tignes.
"We bought in Val Claret for the glacier access. ALPÉON's guaranteed rent means we receive income from October to May — the longest season we've ever seen in our 10 years of Alpine property ownership."— British owner, based in Edinburgh
"Le Lac's position gives my property direct piste access and stunning lake views. ALPÉON identified this combination as a strong selling point and their guaranteed offer reflected the true premium."— Swedish owner, based in Stockholm
"Les Brévières is the hidden gem of Tignes — traditional village character with access to the full Espace Killy. ALPÉON manages everything and the monthly rent arrives without fail."— French owner, based in Paris
ALPÉON signs a multi-year commercial lease directly with you and pays a fixed monthly rent regardless of actual occupancy. You receive your income whether the property is occupied or not — including the extended glacier season from October to May.
Tignes has a year-round glacier (Grande Motte, 3,456 m) and a high base altitude of 2,100 m at Val Claret. This combination gives Tignes a typical season running from late October to early May — 26 weeks, the longest of any French ski resort and 6–8 weeks longer than resorts below 1,800 m.
Net yields typically range from 3.5% to 6% of property value per year. Tignes offers excellent value per square metre compared to Val d'Isère while accessing the same 300 km Espace Killy terrain, making it one of the best risk-adjusted ski property investments in the Alps.
Income from French property is taxed in France under the Franco-British double tax treaty. UK residents receive a tax credit to avoid double taxation. We recommend consulting a cross-border tax specialist who understands both French and UK property tax regimes.
We manage properties across Tignes Val Claret (2,100 m, highest and most lively), Tignes Le Lac (1,850 m, central with lake views), Les Brévières (traditional Savoyard village, lower but charming), and Tignes Les Boisses. Each village commands different rates and attracts a distinct clientele.
Tignes attracts serious skiers and snowboarders who choose the resort for its glacier, challenging off-piste terrain, and snow reliability. British and Scandinavian guests form the largest international groups, with Northern European and Eastern European visitors growing year on year. The demographic skews slightly younger and more adventure-focused than Courchevel or Méribel.
Once we visit your property and agree on the guaranteed rent amount, the lease can be signed within 2 weeks and your first payment received within 30 days of signing the contract.
We select properties across Tignes that match our quality standards and appeal to our international ski-focused clientele — from high-altitude glacier-view studios to traditional Savoyard chalets in Les Brévières.
Join the owners who receive a fixed monthly income from ALPÉON — across France's longest ski season.