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⛷ Massif Central

Le Lioran

📍 Cantal
Local costs €€€€€
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Ski area overview
10
23%
Green
14
32%
Blue
15
34%
Red
5
11%
Black
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44
Number of runs
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60 km
Skiable runs
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1,160m
Village altitude
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1,850m
Summit
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18
Lifts
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41€
Lift pass / day *
🛒 Cost of living on site
Affordable (3/10) · SnowFinder price index from € (cheapest) to €€€€€ (most expensive)
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Practical information

Le Lioran is a ski resort in the Massif Central range, in the Cantal department. The ski area covers 60 km of runs between 1,160 m and 1,850 m, served by 18 lifts. Day lift pass 41€ 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.

About Le Lioran
Le Lioran ski runs

Le Lioran is the largest resort in the Massif Central, with 60 km of runs on the slopes of the Plomb du Cantal (1,855 m). These mountains are former volcanoes that went dormant 10,000 years ago. Snow cover is remarkable for the altitude, with snow that is often cold and powdery. An authentic, family-friendly Auvergnat atmosphere.

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  • The largest resort in the Massif Central
  • Plomb du Cantal 1,855m unique volcanism
  • Authentic village resort
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Did you know?
Le Lioran has its own SNCF station, on the Figeac–Arvant line, with a drag lift leaving directly from the station forecourt. A setup unique in France, allowing you to come skiing by train.
The resort sits at the foot of the Plomb du Cantal (1,855 m), the highest point of the Cantal mountains and one of the largest stratovolcanoes in Europe.
With 60 km of runs, it is the largest ski area in the Massif Central.
Atmosphere & character
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Family
Facilities designed for children, gentle runs
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Village
Mountain charm, well-preserved traditional architecture
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Nature
Wild setting, authenticity, away from the big crowds
Recommended levels
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Beginner
Wide green and blue runs, accessible ski schools
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Intermediate
A good choice of varied blue and red runs
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Advanced
Demanding red runs and plenty of black runs
Who is it for?
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Families
Perfect for introducing children to skiing
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Nature lovers
Authenticity and unspoilt surroundings
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Intermediate skiers
A good choice of blue and red runs
Best time to ski
December
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January
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February
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March
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April
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Based on the resort's altitude and historical snow reliability

✍️ Our view of Le Lioran

A resort on a human scale, Le Lioran focuses on the quality of its welcome and its closeness rather than on impressive figures. Its 60 km of runs are ideal for a stay of 3 to 4 days, especially with family or for skiers who don't need to constantly change their playground. Le Lioran's family reputation is well deserved: 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 Massif Central for learning to ski with children. The modest altitude of Le Lioran, starting at 1,160 m and rising to 1,850 m, makes it sensitive to weather variations. January and February remain the safest months for optimal snow cover. Outside this window, checking the snow reports before you leave is strongly advised. At €41 a day, the lift pass places Le Lioran 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, Le Lioran is one of those rare resorts that combines a real village, a sincere family atmosphere and runs suited to everyone. It's hard to have a bad stay here.

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❄️ Weather at Le Lioran
Current conditions & 5-day forecast
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Source: Open-Meteo.com · Data updated in real time

❄️ Snow depth right now (resort altitude)
Currently
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Avg. this month
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Annual avg.
110
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📍 Village (1,160 m) vs Summit (1,850 m)
🏘 In the village
Snow cover varies from year to year: check before you go.
⛰ At the summit
Conditions vary depending on the winter.
🌨 Snowfall forecast – 5 days
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📊 Snow reliability
Best time to go
January only
Overall reliability
Average ●○○
Base altitude
1,160 m ⚠️
Peak-season snow depth
110 cm avg.

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.

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