Mont Serein is a ski resort in the Southern Alps massif, in Vaucluse. The ski area stretches over 12 km of runs between 1,400 m and 1,900 m, served by 8 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.
Mont Serein is a unique resort at 1,440 m on Mont Ventoux (1,909 m), the 'Giant of Provence'. Its 15 km of runs offer the most southerly skiing in the Southern Alps, with extraordinary views over Provence and the Mediterranean. Snow cover is unpredictable, but conditions can be excellent.
Based on the resort's altitude and historical snow reliability
Mont Serein is a small, low-key resort — 12 km of runs for an intimate skiing experience, far from the bustle of the big resorts. This is where you come for calm, authenticity and no queues at the lifts. Mont Serein'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 Southern Alps for laying the foundations of skiing with children. Mont Serein's moderate altitude — starting at 1,400 m and topping out at 1,900 m — makes it sensitive to climate variations. January and February remain the safest months for optimal snow cover. Outside that window, checking the snow reports before you travel is strongly advised. With a day lift pass at just 18€, Mont Serein 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: Mont Serein does not compete with the giants of skiing, and does not claim 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.
