Peak Elevation
1,800 m
5,906 ft
Vertical Drop
900 m
2,953 ft
Skiable Area
202 ha
500 ac
Avg Snowfall
97 cm
38.2 in
Lifts
5
La Planolet Weather Forecast
About
Le Planolet is a small ski area at Saint-Pierre-de-Chartreuse in the Chartreuse massif, about 45 minutes from Grenoble in France's Isere. Five lifts serve roughly 5 km of mostly easy and intermediate pistes between 900 and 1,800 meters. The connecting lifts to the wider Saint-Pierre-de-Chartreuse domain were dismantled in 2025, leaving Le Planolet to operate on its own.
Terrain
Difficulty Breakdown
Local symbols shown first, North American second
Lifts & Conditions
Data validated from official sources but may be incomplete or outdated. Always verify with the resort directly.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many lifts does La Planolet have?
La Planolet has 5 ski lifts.
What is the vertical drop at La Planolet?
La Planolet has a vertical drop of 2,953 feet (900 meters).
What is the peak elevation of La Planolet?
The summit of La Planolet sits at 5,906 feet (1,800 meters) above sea level.
How many trails does La Planolet have?
La Planolet has 7 marked trails, totaling roughly 3.11 miles of skiing.
How big is the skiable terrain at La Planolet?
La Planolet covers 500 acres (202 hectares) of skiable terrain.
Does La Planolet offer night skiing?
Yes, La Planolet offers night skiing. Hours and trail availability vary by season, so check the official website for current schedules.
Does La Planolet have snowmaking?
Yes, La Planolet has snowmaking to supplement natural snowfall and extend the ski season.
How much snow does La Planolet get each year?
La Planolet averages around 38.2 inches (97 cm) of snowfall per season.