Peak Elevation
2,058 m
6,752 ft
Vertical Drop
578 m
1,896 ft
Skiable Area
35 ha
86.5 ac
Avg Snowfall
N/A
Lifts
7
Ascou Weather Forecast
About
Ascou is a small Pyrenean ski area in the Vallée d'Ax, Ariège, France, marketed today simply as Ascou after dropping the Pailhères name. It tops out at 2,058 meters above a 1,480-meter base, a 578-meter vertical served by 7 lifts over 20 kilometers of slopes. The longest run measures about 3.1 kilometers, and the terrain leans toward easy and intermediate skiing.
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Difficulty Breakdown
Local symbols shown first, North American second
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Data validated from official sources but may be incomplete or outdated. Always verify with the resort directly.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many lifts does Ascou have?
Ascou has 7 ski lifts, with a combined uphill capacity of approximately 5,562 riders per hour.
What is the vertical drop at Ascou?
Ascou has a vertical drop of 1,896 feet (578 meters).
What is the peak elevation of Ascou?
The summit of Ascou sits at 6,752 feet (2,058 meters) above sea level.
How many trails does Ascou have?
Ascou has 4 marked trails, totaling roughly 21.7 miles of skiing.
How big is the skiable terrain at Ascou?
Ascou covers 86.5 acres (35 hectares) of skiable terrain.
Does Ascou offer night skiing?
No, Ascou does not offer night skiing.
Does Ascou have snowmaking?
Yes, Ascou has snowmaking to supplement natural snowfall and extend the ski season.
Does Ascou have a ski school?
Yes, Ascou operates a ski and snowboard school offering lessons for a range of ability levels.