Ceillac-en-Queyras is a ski resort in the Southern Alps range, in Queyras, Hautes-Alpes. The ski area spreads over 14 km of runs between 1,640 m and 2,450 m, served by 5 lifts. Day lift pass 20€ 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.
Ceillac is an authentic village in the Queyras at 1,640 m, with 30 km of family-friendly runs. Its exceptional natural setting in the Queyras Regional Natural Park, its larch forests and its summits over 3,000 m make it a top choice for nature-focused skiing.
- Renowned 48 km of Nordic skiing
- Off-the-beaten-track village in the Queyras
- Perfect for families seeking calm
Based on the resort's altitude and historical snow reliability
Ceillac-en-Queyras is a small, low-key resort with 14 km of runs, offering an intimate skiing experience far from the bustle of the big resorts. This is where people come for calm, authenticity and no queues at the lifts at all. Ceillac-en-Queyras has kept the identity of an authentic mountain village, far from the concrete resorts of the 1970s. People come here for the clean air, the unspoiled landscapes and a friendly atmosphere that stands in contrast to the industrialisation of skiing in some large ski areas. The altitude of Ceillac-en-Queyras (1,640 m at the base, 2,450 m at the top) allows it to maintain reasonable snow cover in the depths of winter. January and February are the most reliable months; in December and March, it is best to check conditions before finalising a booking. With a day lift pass at just 20€, Ceillac-en-Queyras 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 is a sincere and often overlooked choice. In short: Ceillac-en-Queyras does not rival the giants of skiing, and does not pretend to. It is an honest destination, often underrated, that deserves to be discovered (or rediscovered).
Source: Open-Meteo.com · Data updated in real time
Above 2,000 m, snow is generally guaranteed from mid-December to late March. Real-time data: Open-Meteo (weather model). Monthly averages: estimates based on the resort's historical data.
