Autrans-Méaudre is a ski resort in the Northern Alps, in the Vercors, Isère. The ski area spans 40 km of runs between 1,050 m and 1,710 m, served by 8 lifts. Day lift pass 22€ 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.
Autrans-Méaudre is an iconic Nordic resort in the Vercors, the birthplace of cross-country skiing in France. Its 18 km of alpine runs are complemented by a vast Nordic network. The village of Autrans hosted the cross-country and biathlon events of the 1968 Grenoble Olympic Games.
- Grenoble 1968 Olympic site
- Exceptional cross-country skiing
- Vercors accessible from Grenoble
Based on the resort's altitude and historical snow reliability
A resort on a human scale, Autrans-Méaudre focuses on friendly service and proximity rather than impressive figures. Its 40 km of pistes are ideal for a 3- to 4-day stay, especially for families or skiers who don't need to constantly change their playground. Autrans-Méaudre's family reputation is well deserved: dedicated beginner areas, a well-run childcare service, well-groomed green runs and a friendly atmosphere at the foot of the lifts. It's one of the most reassuring resorts in the Northern Alps for laying the foundations of skiing with children. Autrans-Méaudre's modest altitude, starting at 1,050 m with a summit at 1,710 m, makes it sensitive to climate variations. January and February remain the safest months for optimal snow cover. Outside that window, checking the snow reports before you leave is strongly advised. With a day lift pass of just 22€, Autrans-Méaudre is one of the most affordable destinations in France. For families on a tight budget or skiers who want to make the most of their days without breaking the bank, it's a sincere and often overlooked choice. In short: Autrans-Méaudre doesn't compete with the giants of skiing and doesn't pretend to. It's an honest, often underrated destination that deserves to be (re)discovered.
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.
