Col de Rousset is a ski resort in the Northern Alps range, in Vercors, Drôme. The ski area stretches over 22 km of runs between 1,255 m and 1,700 m, served by 11 lifts. Day lift pass 18€ 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.
Col de Rousset is a family resort at 1,254 m on the Vercors ridge, with an exceptional view over the Drôme and Provence. Its 20 km of runs are ideal for beginners. A remarkable natural setting within the Vercors Regional Natural Park.
- Spectacular view over the Drôme plain
- Drôme resort, easy to reach
- Ideal for first-timers
Based on the resort's altitude and historical snow reliability
Col de Rousset is a low-key resort on a modest scale: 22 km of runs for 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. Col de Rousset's family reputation is well earned: dedicated beginner areas, 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. Col de Rousset's modest altitude, starting at 1,255 m and topping out at 1,700 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 setting off is strongly advised. With a day lift pass at just 18€, Col de Rousset is one of the most affordable destinations in France. For families on a tight budget, or skiers who want to fit in plenty of days without breaking the bank, it is a sincere and often overlooked choice. In short: Col de Rousset does not rival the giants of skiing, and does not pretend to. It is an honest destination, often underrated, 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.
