Peak Elevation
1,340 m
4,397 ft
Vertical Drop
290 m
951 ft
Skiable Area
27 ha
67 ac
Avg Snowfall
200 cm
78.74 in
Lifts
4
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About
Le Markstein is a ski station in the Vosges mountains of eastern France, set on the plateau below the Grand Ballon. It has 13 runs and roughly 7 km of pistes served by 8 lifts, between 1020 and 1268 meters. The resort hosted Alpine World Cup races in 1983 and 1987 and lights two pistes for night skiing.
Terrain
Difficulty Breakdown
Local symbols shown first, North American second
Lifts & Conditions
Amenities
Operated by SMMGB (Syndicat Mixte du Massif du Markstein Grand-Ballon)
Data validated from official sources but may be incomplete or outdated. Always verify with the resort directly.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many lifts does Grand-Ballon have?
Grand-Ballon has 4 ski lifts.
What is the vertical drop at Grand-Ballon?
Grand-Ballon has a vertical drop of 951 feet (290 meters).
What is the peak elevation of Grand-Ballon?
The summit of Grand-Ballon sits at 4,397 feet (1,340 meters) above sea level.
How many trails does Grand-Ballon have?
Grand-Ballon has 11 marked trails, totaling roughly 5.34 miles of skiing.
How big is the skiable terrain at Grand-Ballon?
Grand-Ballon covers 67 acres (27 hectares) of skiable terrain.
Does Grand-Ballon offer night skiing?
No, Grand-Ballon does not offer night skiing.
Does Grand-Ballon have snowmaking?
No, Grand-Ballon relies on natural snowfall and does not operate snowmaking equipment.
How much snow does Grand-Ballon get each year?
Grand-Ballon averages around 78.74 inches (200 cm) of snowfall per season.
