Chamrousse is a ski resort in the Northern Alps massif, in Belledonne, Isère. The ski area stretches over 83 km of runs between 1,650 m and 2,250 m, served by 17 lifts. Day lift pass 44€ 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.
Chamrousse is Grenoble's historic resort, at 1,650 m in the Belledonne massif. It hosted the alpine skiing events of the 1968 Grenoble Olympic Games, where Jean-Claude Killy won his 3 gold medals. Its 100 km of runs offer a lovely variety, with easy access from the capital of the Alps.
- Grenoble 1968 Olympic resort
- 30 min from Grenoble
- Belledonne massif
Based on the resort's altitude and historical snow reliability
Chamrousse offers 83 km of well-marked runs, a mid-sized ski area that is ideal for spending 4 to 5 days without ever doing exactly the same thing twice. The 17 lifts are generally sufficient to handle the crowds in peak season. Chamrousse's family reputation is well earned: dedicated beginner areas, a well-organised childcare service, well-groomed green runs and a friendly atmosphere at the foot of the lifts. It is one of the most reassuring resorts in the Northern Alps for laying the foundations of skiing with children. Chamrousse's altitude (1,650 m at the base, 2,250 m at the top) allows it to maintain decent snow cover in the middle of winter. January and February are the most reliable; in December and March, it is worth checking conditions before finalising a booking. The day lift pass at 44€ places Chamrousse among the mid-range resorts on budget: neither cheap nor exorbitant. The quality of the ski area and its facilities justifies this price for most skiers. In short: Chamrousse keeps its promises. A resort in the Northern Alps that will suit most profiles without disappointing.
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.
