A colorful town with European flair and Quebecois affects, Tremblant is a ski destination that feels far away, although it’s just a short trip from numerous East Coast cities. Found in the city of Mont-Tremblant in Quebec, Tremblant is a four-season resort best understood for winter sports. With 102 trails and three snowparks, it has something for each age and skill level, making it a perfect household ski resort.
I’m a long-lasting novice skier– despite numerous lessons– and although I’m never one to swoosh down a black diamond, I do enjoy to tackle a few runs and after that do all the beautiful ski-adjacent activities. For me, a ski journey is equally about the relaxing suppers, the aprés-ski beverages, and enjoying the mountain landscapes. I checked out Tremblant this February to hit the slopes for the very first time since breaking my ankle in 2022, and I fell for the mild green runs lined with snow-flocked evergreens, along with whatever else the mountain uses on and off the slopes.
Tremblant lies about a 90-minute drive from the closest significant airport, Montréal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (which has direct flights from numerous significant U.S. cities). You’ll need to hire a driver or lease a cars and truck to get to the ski resort, but once you’re there, everything you require is within strolling range in the picture-perfect pedestrian village.
When to Go
Tremblant’s 2023-2024 ski season is November 23, 2023, to April 14, 2024. School breaks– including December vacations and long weekends in January and February– are amongst the busiest times to visit Tremblant. I visited over a weekend in early February, and although it was busy, lift lines moved rapidly, and the slopes did not feel congested. Visiting in the early morning during a weekday is perfect if you want to ski the trails at their emptiest. If you leave on a Sunday, make sure to depart early, as the traffic leaving this area can be heavy in the afternoons.
Where to Stay
Fairmont Tremblant: With a prime ski-in, ski-out location, on-site ski rentals and ski valet, and a just recently remodelled outside heated swimming pool terrace that’s best for an aprés-ski soak, the Fairmont Tremblant is the best hotel for a Tremblant ski trip. The hotel’s 34 Fairmont Gold (concierge-level) spaces and suites were just recently remodelled for visitors trying to find a glamorous remain on the slopes. Beyond the stunning swimming pool area– my favorite part of the resort– the breakfast at Le Comptoir was actually yummy, and I enjoyed our meals at Axe Lounge Bar and Choux Gras Brasserie.
Sommet Des Neiges: Sommet Des Neiges is another ski-in, ski-out hotel with ski lockers and an outdoor hot tub. The hotel’s 111 suites were renovated in 2022, with roomy two and three-bedroom choices that are ideal for families.
Where to Eat
A Mano Trattoria: After a day on the slopes, we’re yearning carbs– and the menu at A Mano Trattoria (located in the heart of the pedestrian town) provides with Italian favorites like pizza and pasta. I advise ordering among the scrumptious handmade pizzas, served steaming hot from the remarkable pizza oven at the front of the dining establishment.
Choux Gras Brasserie Culinaire: Located in the Fairmont Tremblant and neglecting the slopes and town, Choux Gras Brasserie Culinaire offers an upscale, romantic setting for an abundant, hearty meal. The homemade focaccia was the very best I’ve had, completely pillowy inside with a satisfyingly crunchy crust. Another unexpected highlight was the orecchiette with pickled mushrooms, smoked caciocavallo, and truffle oil. Mixed drinks here and at the nearby Axe Lounge Bar were similarly delicious and innovative.
The seafood-forward Lucille’s, situated near the base of the mountain, provides a refined take on convenience foods and classic dishes. We loved the hot crab dip to begin, and the lobster poutine was a fun take on the Canadian classic.
Where to Aprés-ski
Le P’tit Caribou: When we asked individuals who dealt with the mountain where to find the Tremblant aprés-ski spot, Le P’tit Caribou was a top recommendation. And based on the long line of young individuals waiting to get in on Friday and Saturday night– and the throngs of individuals dancing to pop hits when we made it within– I ‘d state they were.
Microbrasserie La Diable: For a more controlled ambiance, Microbrasserie La Diable uses several beers brewed onsite and classic pub grub-like hamburgers and bar bites (including poutine, obviously). Those trying to find something with a kick should search the “Happy Coffee” menu of boozy drinks.
La Terrasse Après-Ski: Located at the Fairmont Tremblant just steps from the end of the Nansen path, La Terrasse Aprés-Ski offers a ski-in, ski-out experience with cozy fire pits and a Veuve Clicquot gondola. While we loved grabbing a drink on the terrace after a morning of snowshoeing, we also loved drinking our drinks in the hotel’s heated pools ignoring the slopes– our favorite perk of staying at this hotel.
Off-mountain Activities
When you’re not wandering through the charming pedestrian village– and shopping around its 78 stores and stores– or hitting the slopes, there are plenty of methods to delight in the wintry landscapes or get cozy within. Everybody– consisting of skiers/snowboarders and their slope-avoidant pals– will like the stunning views of the Laurentian Mountains and snow-flocked trees seen from the breathtaking gondola (pedestrian tickets are readily available for tourists).
For another scenic experience about 20 minutes from Tremblant, the Sentier des Cimes (” Treetop Walk”) Laurentides is a stunning raised walking course nestled within the trees with a 130-foot tower that uses exceptional views of the mountains. The path and tower have a maximum slope of six percent, so strollers and wheelchairs can access the entire experience.
Visitors intending to escape the snow can drop in the Casino de Mont-Tremblant, reachable through a complimentary shuttle with several pick-up points around the mountain.
How to Ride
Tickets
Raise tickets– ranging from a half-day (beginning at noon) to five-day passes– can be acquired on the Tremblant website. Early risers can take benefit of perfect morning conditions before the slopes open to everybody else with First Tracks tickets ($ 35).
Tremblant is included on the Ikon Pass with endless check outs and no blackout dates for Ikon Pass, Ikon Base Plus Pass, and Ikon Base Pass holders (Ikon Session Passes get up to 4 days). The Tonik Pass (readily available to Canadian locals) likewise provides approximately 112 fixed days on the slopes plus three flex days.
Rentals
Total ski packages and specific ski and clothing rentals are available at rental places throughout the mountain. You can order leasings online and get your devices at one of the four centers on the mountain; rates for complete ski bundles– including skis, poles, boots, and a helmet– start at $72 for one day for skiers ages 13 and up. Ski valet service is included totally free if you book 2 or more days, so you don’t need to store all that gear in your hotel space. Guests remaining at the Fairmont Tremblant can take advantage of on-site rentals and ski valet– something that made going out on the slopes (and coming back to the hotel to aprés-ski) much easier throughout my trip.
Snowboarding and Snowboarding Stats
Tremblant offers 102 trails throughout 755 skiable acres; of those 100+ routes, 22 are classed as simple, 31 are tough, and 49 are very tough and extreme, per the mountain resort. 14 ski lifts have a maximum capability of 27,830 skiers per hour, and 1,219 snow weapons cover 527 acres of terrain.
Ski School
Tremblant Snow School offers ski and snowboard lessons for every ability level. From the beginner-friendly “My First Day– Learn to Ski or Snowboard” lessons for curious visitors of all ages who have never ever placed on skis before to youth and adult lessons and kids ski weeks, Tremblant Snow School has you covered. There are also private and semi-private lessons for snow hunters who want to refine their skills with more tailored attention from one of the certified ski instructors.