Peak Elevation
2,450 m
8,038 ft
Vertical Drop
900 m
2,952 ft
Skiable Area
70 ha
173 ac
Avg Snowfall
400 cm
157.5 in
Lifts
6
About
Abries-Ristolas is a small village ski area in the Queyras massif of France's Hautes-Alpes, near the Italian border. The lift-served terrain runs from 1,500 to 2,400 meters, a vertical of about 900 meters, with five lifts serving roughly 33 km of marked pistes. The high, dry inland setting also supports about 40 km of cross-country trails through the Queyras regional park.
Terrain
Difficulty Breakdown
Local symbols shown first, North American second
Lifts & Conditions
Amenities
Operated by Régie des remontées mécaniques du Queyras
Data validated from official sources but may be incomplete or outdated. Always verify with the resort directly.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many lifts does Abriès-Ristolas have?
Abriès-Ristolas has 6 ski lifts.
What is the vertical drop at Abriès-Ristolas?
Abriès-Ristolas has a vertical drop of 2,952 feet (900 meters).
What is the peak elevation of Abriès-Ristolas?
The summit of Abriès-Ristolas sits at 8,038 feet (2,450 meters) above sea level.
How many trails does Abriès-Ristolas have?
Abriès-Ristolas has 18 marked trails, totaling roughly 20.5 miles of skiing.
How big is the skiable terrain at Abriès-Ristolas?
Abriès-Ristolas covers 173 acres (70 hectares) of skiable terrain.
Does Abriès-Ristolas offer night skiing?
No, Abriès-Ristolas does not offer night skiing.
Does Abriès-Ristolas have snowmaking?
Yes, Abriès-Ristolas has snowmaking to supplement natural snowfall and extend the ski season.
How much snow does Abriès-Ristolas get each year?
Abriès-Ristolas averages around 157.5 inches (400 cm) of snowfall per season.
