Chamrousse (1400 - 2250 m)

Opening of the ski season : from 6^th of December 2025 to 12^th of April 2026
Photo : © Images et Rêves

Overlooking the city of Grenoble like a lighthouse, Chamrousse is more than just a resort: it is a piece of history and a panoramic viewpoint unique in Europe. The birthplace of French skiing (first attempts in 1878) and the legendary site of the 1968 Winter Olympics (where Jean-Claude Killy won triple gold), it sits atop the Belledonne massif, just 30 km from Grenoble and 1h30 from Lyon. With its spectacular plunging views over the illuminated city and the valley, it is the most accessible "Grand Mountain" destination in the Alps.

Alpine Park: 90 km of Legend and Modernity Stretching between 1400 and 2250 meters, the alpine area offers 90 km of slopes bathed in sunshine, with breathtaking panoramas ranging from Mont-Blanc to the Oisans massif. Thanks to its prime West-facing exposure, you can often enjoy Sunset Skiing, carving turns while watching the vibrant city lights twinkle below—a truly magical experience. The domain is divided into three connected hubs: Chamrousse 1650 (Le Recoin): The historic and sporty sector. Take the iconic Croix Gondola to tackle the legendary Men's Olympic Downhill run (Casserousse) offering an 850m vertical drop. Chamrousse 1750 (Roche Béranger): A sunny paradise for fun skiing, perfect for intermediates and freestylers with the renowned Sunset Park (Snowpark). Chamrousse 1700 (Bachat Villages): A family haven nestled in the forest, perfect for gentle learning.

Nordic Park: The "Little Canada" of the Alps Experience a complete change of scenery on the Arselle Plateau. This preserved natural area offers 42 km of cross-country trails (skating and classic). The atmosphere is enchanting: glide through snowy peat bogs and dense spruce forests, under the watchful eye of the Taillefer massif. It feels like a "Little Canada" just minutes from the alpine slopes, also offering magical walking and snowshoeing itineraries.

A Mountain of Unique Experiences Chamrousse never sleeps. The resort is famous for its unique Night Skiing (skiing with the illuminated city beneath your feet is unforgettable). Non-skiers have endless options: ice driving, ice diving in high-altitude lakes, snowmobiling, and for families, the natural Luge Park or the 4-season rail toboggan. Summer and winter alike, the Himalayan footbridge and the giant zipline at the Croix of Chamrousse offer dizzying thrills over the void. Authentic, sporty, and incredibly scenic, Chamrousse is the mountain experience reinvented.

1600 m

Plateau de l'Arselle

1650 m

Place de Belledonne - Recoin

1750 m

Roche Béranger

1800 m

Vue vers Grenoble et le Vercors

1870 m

Sommet Casserousse

2150 m

Les Crêtes

2250 m

La Croix de Chamrousse