La Croix de Bauzon is a ski resort in the Massif Central range, in Ardèche. The ski area stretches over 5 km of runs between 1,250 m and 1,511 m, served by 5 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.
La Croix de Bauzon is the only alpine ski resort in Ardèche, between 1250 and 1,511 m in the heart of the Tanargue massif, above Aubenas. Its 11 runs (3 green, 6 blue, 1 red, 1 black) are served by 5 drag lifts. A human-scale area with a simple, relaxed atmosphere, far from the big resorts.
- The only alpine ski resort in Ardèche
- 11 runs (3 green/6 blue/1 red/1 black)
- Preserved Tanargue massif
Based on the resort's altitude and historical snow reliability
La Croix de Bauzon is a small, low-key resort, with 5 km of runs for an intimate skiing experience, far from the bustle of the big resorts. This is where people come for peace and quiet, authenticity, and no queues at the lifts. La Croix de Bauzon's family reputation is well deserved: 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 Massif Central for children to take their first steps on skis. The modest altitude of La Croix de Bauzon, starting at 1,250 m and rising to 1,511 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. With a day lift pass at just 22€, La Croix de Bauzon 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 an honest and often overlooked choice. In short, La Croix de Bauzon does not rival the giants of skiing, and does not pretend to. It is an honest, often underrated destination that deserves to be (re)discovered.
The resort sits on the ubac (north-facing slope) of the Tanargue massif, with the reception area and the runs both on this side.
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.
