Skiing in Grand Est
Grand Est is a ski destination in France, part of The Alps region, with 28 ski resorts to explore. The skiing spans elevations from 177m to 1,347m, giving a vertical range of 1,170m. Across the area there are 117km of prepared pistes. There are 336 runs in total - 170 easy, 71 intermediate, 28 advanced - catering to all ability levels. 116 ski lifts serve the slopes, including 10 chairlifts. Notable resorts in the area include La Bresse - Hohneck, Gérardmer, Lac Blanc and Station de ski du Schnepfenried. The ski season typically runs from December to April. A daily adult lift pass costs around €59 on average.
Ski Resorts in Grand Est
28 ski resorts in Grand Est
Ballon d'Alsace
Ballon d'Alsace is a ski area in Grand Est, France. It has 8 km of pistes served by 10 lifts. The slopes run from 816 m to 1,150 m, a vertical drop of 334 m.
Bussang Larcenaire
LARCENAIRE BUSSANG is a ski resort that does not allow surfers. The resort is scheduled to open on December 19, 2026, and close on March 7, 2027.
Gaschney 360
Gaschney is a ski resort located in Muhlbach-sur-Munster.
Gérardmer
Gérardmer, 40 km of pistes through pines! 21 connected pistes including the longest one in the Vosges: 3200 m
Grand Ballon
Markstein's alpine ski area features 13 pistes for all skill levels, from beginners to advanced skiers, served by 8 ski lifts. The resort also has a slalom stadium, restructured in 2006, which hosts annual International Ski Federation races.
La Bresse Brabant
La Bresse Brabant is a small ski area in Grand Est, France. It has 2.7 km of pistes served by 3 lifts. The slopes run from 869 m to 982 m, a vertical drop of 113 m.
La Bresse - Hohneck
La Bresse - Hohneck is a ski area in Grand Est, France. It has 24 km of pistes served by 15 lifts, including 6 chairlifts. The slopes run from 876 m to 1,347 m, a vertical drop of 471 m.
La Bresse - Lispach
Lispach La Bresse is a family-friendly ski resort in the Hautes Vosges, situated between 900m and 1130m altitude. It offers five ski lifts and eight alpine pistes for all levels, from beginners to advanced skiers, along with 50 km of cross-country trails.
Lac Blanc
Lac Blanc is a ski area in Grand Est, France. It has 12 km of pistes served by 11 lifts, including 1 chairlift. The slopes run from 856 m to 1,205 m, a vertical drop of 349 m.
La Schlucht
La Schlucht is a unique ski resort in the Vosges, particularly adapted for beginners with its two blue pistes. It's also a privileged spot for freestyle enthusiasts, featuring rails, boxes, walls, and a boardercross.
Le Champ du Feu
Le Champ du Feu is a ski resort offering ski lift tickets, accommodation booking, and ski rental services.
Le Col des Bagenelles
Le Col des Bagenelles, located in the heart of the Vosges Mountains, boasts a vertical drop of 1,066 feet across three alpine ski runs, complemented by well-groomed cross-country trails that stretch over 46 kilometers. With only two lifts serving its intimate ski area, this quaint resort offers an authentic, laid-back atmosphere for winter sports enthusiasts seeking respite from the bustling crowds of larger resorts. Beyond skiing, the historical charm of the nearby Tellure mining park enriches the experience, allowing visitors to connect with the region's rich heritage while enjoying the serene beauty of the surrounding valleys.
Le Frenz
Le Frenz is a small ski area in Grand Est, France. It has 0.5 km of pistes served by one lift. The slopes run from 762 m to 790 m, a vertical drop of 28 m.
Le Haut-du-Tôt
Le Haut-du-Tôt is a village in the heart of the Hautes Vosges mountains.
Le Markstein
Markstein offers an alpine ski area with 13 pistes for all levels, served by 8 ski lifts, and a slalom stadium. Its Nordic domain, Markstein Grand-Ballon, features 60 km of marked cross-country pistes, including a dedicated Nordic Parc.
Le Schlumpf
Le Schlumpf is a small ski area in Grand Est, France. It has 1.4 km of pistes served by 2 lifts. The slopes run from 675 m to 1,014 m, a vertical drop of 339 m.
Le Tanet
Station du Tanet is a ski resort located in Soultzeren. It operates on weekends outside of school holidays and daily during school holidays, subject to sufficient snow.
Markstein-Grand Ballon
Markstein-Grand Ballon ski resort in France. 1108m - 1341m elevation.
Rochesson
Rochesson is a green holiday resort nestled in the heart of the Hautes-Vosges and the Bouchot valley, 10 kilometers from Gérardmer. In winter, the Charmes ski area caters to cross-country skiers, and the Truches ski lift to alpine skiers.
Rouge Gazon
Contact details for the tourist office of the ski resort Rouge Gazon, Tourist office Saint-Maurice-sur-Moselle
Saint-Maurice-sur-Moselle
Saint-Maurice-sur-Moselle offers cross-country skiing with 3 regularly marked trails (green, blue, and red) for both classic and skating techniques. It also features two circuits for snow-shoeing.
Site Nordique des Trois Fours
La Schlucht is a unique ski resort in the Vosges, featuring two blue pistes and a dedicated freestyle area with rails, boxes, and a boardercross. It is particularly well-suited for beginners and freestyle enthusiasts.
Snowkite Markstein
Snowkite Markstein is a ski area in Grand Est, France. The slopes run from 1,068 m to 1,280 m, a vertical drop of 212 m.
Snoword (Snowhall)
Discover SnowWorld Amnéville! Ski or snowboard on real snow, enjoy the Alpine feeling in France, and experience winter fun all year round.
Grand Est at a Glance
Aggregate stats across 28 resorts
Total Resorts
28
Total Piste km
239 km
Total Lifts
126
Elevation Range
177–1,347 m
Avg Day Pass
-
Total Runs
336
Where to start in Grand Est
Top picks across 2 categories
Best for beginners
- 1.Ballon d'AlsaceVery good
- 2.GérardmerVery good
- 3.Grand BallonVery good
Best value
- 1.Ballon d'AlsaceGood
- 2.Bussang LarcenaireGood
- 3.Gaschney 360Good
Top Resorts in Grand Est
Sorted by Piste km
| Resort | Piste km | Vert. Drop (m) | Lifts |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grand Ballon | 60 | 242 | 8 |
| Le Markstein | 60 | 229 | 8 |
| Gérardmer | 40 | 361 | 18 |
| La Bresse - Hohneck | 24 | 471 | 15 |
| Lac Blanc | 12 | 350 | 11 |
| Station de ski du Schnepfenried | 9 | 214 | 8 |
| Ballon d'Alsace | 8 | 334 | 10 |
| Le Champ du Feu | 7 | 172 | 20 |
| La Bresse - Lispach | 3 | 230 | 5 |
| Le Col des Bagenelles | 3 | 246 | 2 |
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