Ancelle is a ski resort in the Southern Alps, in the Champsaur, Hautes-Alpes. The ski area stretches over 30 km of runs between 1,350 m and 1,800 m, served by 12 lifts. Day lift pass €31 per adult.
* Price per adult for 1 day, public high-season rate. Reduced rates (online purchase, outside school holidays, families, children, seniors) are generally offered by the resort.
Ancelle is a small family resort at 1,340 m in the Hautes-Alpes, with 35 km of beginner and intermediate runs. A typical Hautes-Alpes village, it offers accessible, relaxed skiing in a preserved natural setting. Ideal for first experiences in the mountains.
- 20 min from Gap
- Very family-friendly and affordable
- Sunny Champsaur
Based on the resort's altitude and historical snow reliability
A resort on a human scale, Ancelle prioritises the quality of its welcome and its closeness rather than impressive figures. Its 30 km of runs are ideal for a stay of 3 to 4 days, especially with family or for skiers who don't need to constantly renew their playground. Ancelle's family reputation is well earned: dedicated beginner areas, a well-run childcare service, well-groomed green runs and a good-natured atmosphere at the foot of the lifts. It is one of the most reassuring resorts in the Southern Alps for laying the foundations of skiing with children. Ancelle's moderate altitude — starting at 1,350 m, with a summit at 1,800 m — makes it sensitive to climate variations. January and February remain the safest months for optimal snow cover. Outside this window, checking the snow reports before you leave is strongly recommended. The day lift pass at €31 remains reasonable for the quality of the ski area on offer. Counting accommodation, skiing and meals, Ancelle suits those who want to enjoy a good week without the final bill knocking them off their chairs. In short: Ancelle is one of those rare resorts that combines a real village, a sincerely family atmosphere and runs suited to everyone. It's hard to have a bad stay here.
Source: Open-Meteo.com · Data updated in real time
At this altitude, snow reliability depends on the conditions of the year. Check the state of the runs before you leave. Real-time data: Open-Meteo (weather model). Monthly averages: estimates based on the resort's historical data.
