Chamrousse
Overview
The small pretty resort is perfect for family skiing holidays. Split between 3 levels, 1650,1700 and 1750, the slopes suit progressing beginner and intermediate skiers and snowboarders. The two main levels, Le Recoins sitting at 1650m and Roches Beranger sitting at 1750m, are just a 30 minute drive from Grenoble. The very accessible Chamrousse was purpose-built for the 1968 Grenoble Winter Olympics.
Skiing in Chamrousse
The skiing area boasts 92kms of pistes served by 26 ski lifts. Beginners will be spoilt with a network of green runs and can purchase a ‘Mini-Domaine’ lift pass for the best slopes. Even a stretched intermediate will have slopes to keep them occupied for a week-long skiing holiday. The easier terrain can be found on the left-hand side of the mountain, with tougher and steeper trails to the left. Advanced skiers can find challenging blacks at the top of the Croix de Chamrousse, or why not test your stamina and nerves on the Olympic downhill runs?
Snowboarding in Chamrousse
The area has a dedicated terrain park with a good half-pipe and boarder cross, there is a special ‘Liberty Liftpass’ to gain access. There is even a boardpark for kids, so they can practice away from busier slopes.
Accommodation in Chamrousse
With such a short transfer to this pretty village, Chamrousse has cheap ski holiday deals for those seeking skiing on a budget. With activities to do on and off the slopes, check out our ski deals to Chamrousse today.
Statistics
| Green | Blue | Red | Black |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8 | 17 | 17 | 6 |
| Resort altitude | 1700m | Skiing altitude | 1400m-2250m |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transfer time | Longest run | ||
| Total kms of piste: | 92kms | Cross country | |
| Snow canons | 30% | Slope direction | |
| Nursery area | Number of lifts | 24 | |
| Drags | 13 | Chairs | 10 |
| Cable cars | 1 | Gondolas | |
| Night skiing | Snow making | ||
| Season | Dec-Apr | Mountain restaurants | |
| Ski bus | Linked resorts | ||
| Summer skiing | Terrain parks | 1 | |
| Half pipe | 1 | Tree runs | |
| Resort type |
Summary: Skill level, features and activities
| Skill Level | |
|---|---|
| Beginner | |
| Intermediate | |
| Advanced |
| Type of resort | |
| Suitable for families | |
| Apres ski (nightlife) |
