Les Saisies
Cross-country skiing capital of France hosting the 1992 Olympics' Nordic events, with gentle Beaufortain alpine terrain.
Key Stats
Vertical Drop
1,170m (3,839ft)
The height difference between the top and bottom of the mountain
Summit Elevation
1,950m (6,398ft)
How high the highest lift or peak reaches
Base Elevation
1,650m (5,413ft)
Height of the main base village — higher means cooler, drier snow
Annual Snowfall
700cm (276in)
Average annual natural snowfall — higher is better for powder days
Trails
77
Total number of marked runs on the trail map
Lifts
32
Total number of lifts including chairlifts, gondolas, and t-bars
Skiable Area
192ha (474ac)
Total groomed and patrolled skiable terrain
Terrain Breakdown
The percentage of marked trails in each difficulty level. A higher beginner percentage means more terrain suitable for novices and families; a higher advanced percentage means more challenge for experts.
Beginner
35%
Intermediate
45%
Advanced
20%
Best For
Location
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