Le Ballon d'Alsace is a ski resort in the Vosges massif, in the Territoire de Belfort. The ski area extends over 6 km of runs between 900 m and 1,247 m, served by 9 lifts. Day lift pass 16€ 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.
Le Ballon d'Alsace is a resort at 1,250 m, at the foot of the peak of the same name (1,247 m), the highest point of the Southern Vosges. A historic crossroads between Alsace, Lorraine and Franche-Comté, its 15 km of runs offer family skiing in a remarkable natural setting.
- Highest point in the Territoire de Belfort
- Nordic and alpine skiing
- Very accessible and affordable
Based on the resort's altitude and historical snow reliability
Le Ballon d'Alsace is a low-key, modest-sized resort, with 6 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. Le Ballon d'Alsace'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 Vosges for getting children started on skiing. Le Ballon d'Alsace's modest altitude, from a base at 900 m to a summit at 1,247 m, makes it sensitive to changes in the weather. January and February remain the most reliable months for good snow cover. Outside that window, checking the snow reports before you set off is strongly recommended. With a day lift pass of just 16€, Le Ballon d'Alsace 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: Le Ballon d'Alsace does not compete with 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
The moderate altitude makes snow cover sensitive to climate variations. Favour January–February. Real-time data: Open-Meteo (weather model). Monthly averages: estimates based on the resort's historical data.
