Skiing in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes is a ski destination in France, part of The Alps region, with 123 ski resorts to explore. The skiing spans elevations from 687m to 3,768m, giving a vertical range of 3,081m. Across the area there are 4,739km of prepared pistes. There are 8,441 runs in total - 5464 easy, 2096 intermediate, 559 advanced - catering to all ability levels. 2,096 ski lifts serve the slopes, including 214 gondolas and 622 chairlifts. Notable resorts in the area include Les Trois Vallées, Tignes - Val d'Isère, Les Arcs and Espace Haute Maurienne Vanoise. The ski season typically runs from December to April. A daily adult lift pass costs around €58 on average.
Ski Resorts in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
98 ski resorts in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Aillon-le-Jeune
Aillon-le-Jeune is a small ski area in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France. It has 1.1 km of pistes. The slopes run from 972 m to 1,153 m, a vertical drop of 181 m.
Aillon-Margériaz
Aillon-Margériaz: 32 marked ski runs over 19.5 km served by 10 lifts.
Albiez-Montrond
Albiez-Montrond Ideal Ski area for beginners und families
Alpe d'Huez Grand Domaine
Alpe d'Huez Grand Domaine is a large ski area in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France. It has 250 km of pistes served by 68 lifts. The slopes run from 1,125 m to 3,330 m, a vertical drop of 2,205 m.
Arêches Beaufort
Arêches Beaufort is a ski area in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France. It has 50 km of pistes served by 15 lifts, including 1 gondola or cable car and 4 chairlifts. The slopes run from 1,022 m to 2,319 m, a vertical drop of 1,297 m.
Association Téléski du Salève (A.T.S.)
Association Téléski du Salève (A.T.S.) is a small ski area in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France. It has 0.7 km of pistes served by one lift. The slopes run from 1,168 m to 1,280 m, a vertical drop of 112 m.
Aussois
Aussois is a ski area in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France. It has 30 km of pistes served by 10 lifts, including 4 chairlifts. The slopes run from 1,532 m to 2,680 m, a vertical drop of 1,148 m.
Autrans
Autrans is a small ski area in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France. It has 2.2 km of pistes served by one lift. The slopes run from 1,302 m to 1,346 m, a vertical drop of 44 m.
Autrans - Grand domaine la Sure
Autrans - Grand domaine la Sure is a ski area in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France. It has 12 km of pistes served by 6 lifts, including 1 chairlift. The slopes run from 1,261 m to 1,605 m, a vertical drop of 344 m.
Avoriaz
Ski Avoriaz, France - Les Portes du Soleil is one of the largest ski areas in the world. The resort offers 650 km of happiness.
Bernex
Bernex is a ski area in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France. It has 16 km of pistes served by 10 lifts, including 3 chairlifts. The slopes run from 995 m to 1,870 m, a vertical drop of 875 m.
Chalmazel
Chalmazel is a ski area in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France. It has 9.2 km of pistes served by 8 lifts, including 1 chairlift. The slopes run from 1,109 m to 1,592 m, a vertical drop of 483 m.
Chamrousse
Station de ski proche de Lyon et Grenoble, capitale des Alpes - Isère, France. Webcam, météo, forfait ski, bus, location appartement ou chalet...
Chastreix-Sancy
Chastreix-Sancy is a small, family-friendly ski resort created in 1969, offering a safe and welcoming environment for beginners. Located at 1350m altitude on the western side of the Sancy Massif, it boasts exceptional natural surroundings and a unique panoramic view.
Col de l'Arzelier
Col de l'Arzelier is currently closed. Reopening for the winter season is expected from December, subject to weather conditions.
Col de Marcieu
Col de Marcieu is a family-friendly play area in Chartreuse, offering winter activities like learning to ski, sledding, and forest walks. It's an ideal place for families to disconnect and enjoy the snow.
Col de Plainpalais
Col de Plainpalais is a ski resort in France, also featuring a snow park.
Col de Porte
Actualités de la station de ski du Col de Porte en Isère à 15km de Grenoble
Colline des Bains
Colline des Bains is a ski area in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France. It has 3 lifts. The slopes run from 1,001 m to 1,038 m, a vertical drop of 37 m.
Domaine Alpin du Col d'Ornon
Col d'Ornon is a family-friendly ski resort in Oisans and Matheysine, offering pistes for all levels. It also provides numerous non-skiing activities like snowshoeing and Nordic skiing, appreciated by locals.
Domaine Autrans - Méaudre
Domaine Autrans - Méaudre is a ski area in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France. It has 20 km of pistes served by 13 lifts, including 3 chairlifts. The slopes run from 1,003 m to 1,605 m, a vertical drop of 602 m.
Domaine du Barioz
Domaine du Barioz is a ski area in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France. The slopes run from 1,302 m to 1,843 m, a vertical drop of 541 m.
Espace Diamant
Espace Diamant is a large ski area in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France. It has 200 km of pistes served by 80 lifts, including 3 gondolas and cable cars and 28 chairlifts. The slopes run from 1,035 m to 2,048 m, a vertical drop of 1,013 m.
Espace Haute Maurienne Vanoise
Espace Haute Maurienne Vanoise is a ski area in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France. It has 9 lifts. The slopes run from 1,306 m to 2,948 m, a vertical drop of 1,642 m.
Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes at a Glance
Aggregate stats across 98 resorts
Total Resorts
98
Total Piste km
6,204 km
Total Lifts
1,645
Elevation Range
700–3,600 m
Avg Day Pass
€60
Total Runs
6,981
Where to start in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Top picks across 5 categories
Best for beginners
- 1.Autrans - Grand domaine la SureVery good
- 2.ChalmazelVery good
- 3.Chastreix-SancyVery good
Best for experts
- 1.Alpe d'Huez Grand DomaineVery good
- 2.Les ArcsVery good
- 3.Les Trois ValléesVery good
Best for off-piste
- 1.Alpe d'Huez Grand DomaineVery good
- 2.Les ArcsVery good
- 3.Les Trois ValléesVery good
Best snow
- 1.Val Thorens - OrelleVery good
- 2.Alpe d'Huez Grand DomaineGood
- 3.La PlagneGood
Top Resorts in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Sorted by Piste km
| Resort | Piste km | Vert. Drop (m) | Lifts |
|---|---|---|---|
| Les Trois Vallées | 600 | 2,130 | 159 |
| Megève | 445 | 1,503 | 110 |
| Albiez-Montrond | 310 | 521 | 13 |
| Les Sybelles | 300 | 1,520 | 68 |
| Le Grand Massif | 265 | 1,800 | 62 |
| Alpe d'Huez Grand Domaine | 250 | 2,205 | 68 |
| La Plagne | 225 | 2,000 | 77 |
| Les Deux Alpes | 220 | 2,300 | 42 |
| Espace Haute Maurienne Vanoise | 204 | 1,150 | 9 |
| Espace Diamant | 200 | 1,041 | 80 |
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