Ski in total safety

on the Val d’Isère ski area

Should you require rescue services, please contact the Ski Patrol and Rescue Team on +33 (0)4 79 06 02 10

This number can also be found on your skipass.

Aways there to ensure your safety

Hundreds of men and women work behind the scenes to guarantee that the runs are kept safe and functional: piste groomer drivers, ski patrollers, first aiders…

A whole host of professionals are on hand to oversee your visit and make it as safe as possible.

Our ski lifts conform to all standards and child safety measures are in place to look after little ones.

Your safety in numbers

70 000 h
of maintenance and checks on our equipment to guarantee reliability
40
ski patrollers ready to intervene in the event of an accident
16
piste groomer drivers to guarantee accessible runs
800
signs to warn of potential risks...
12 000
posts/markers to designate the runs and help you find your bearings when it’s foggy
 Safe skiing for everyone 
Rules of conduct

Respect for others

Skiers and snowboarders must ski in such a manner that they do not endanger or prejudice others.

Control your speed and behaviour

Skiers and snowboarders must pay attention at all times. They should adapt their speed and behaviour to their ability as well as the slope conditions, snow, weather and other users.

Overtaking

A skier is permitted to overtake and pass another skier to the left or right, but always leaving plenty of room in case the slower skier changes their trajectory.

Choice of route

Skiers or snowboarders further up the slope must choose their path wisely, in order to ensure the safety of the skiers and snowboarders below.

Entering, starting and moving upwards

Before setting off again after stopping or merging with another slope, skiers and snowboarders must check both uphill and down to ensure the coast is clear.

Stopping on the piste

Skiers and snowboarders should avoid stopping on narrow parts of the slope or where there is low visibility. In the event of a fall, the skier or snowboarder should get up or move to the side of the slope as quickly as possible.

Climbing and descending on foot

A skier or snowboarder either climbing or descending on foot must keep to the side of the piste.

Respect for signs and markings

All skiers and snowboarders must comply with the information given on the slope signage at all times.

Assistance

Any person who has caused or witnessed an accident must offer assistance, namely by raising the alarm. They should also assist the ski patrol if required.

Identification

Any person who has caused or witnessed an accident must report to the ski patrol.