Peak Elevation
2,220 m
7,284 ft
Vertical Drop
1,110 m
3,642 ft
Skiable Area
81 ha
200 ac
Avg Snowfall
502 cm
197.6 in
Lifts
4
Les Marécottes Weather Forecast
About
Les Marécottes is a small family ski area above Salvan in Switzerland's Valais, set between Martigny and the French border near Chamonix. Four lifts serve about 9 km of pisted slopes rising to La Creusaz at 2,220 m, a vertical drop of roughly 1,100 m, with snow reliable enough that the resort skips artificial snowmaking. The village below holds an alpine zoo and a swimming pool blasted out of the granite hillside.
Terrain
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Operated by TéléMarécottes S.A.
Data validated from official sources but may be incomplete or outdated. Always verify with the resort directly.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many lifts does Les Marécottes have?
Les Marécottes has 4 ski lifts, with a combined uphill capacity of approximately 3,825 riders per hour.
What is the vertical drop at Les Marécottes?
Les Marécottes has a vertical drop of 3,642 feet (1,110 meters).
What is the peak elevation of Les Marécottes?
The summit of Les Marécottes sits at 7,284 feet (2,220 meters) above sea level.
How many trails does Les Marécottes have?
Les Marécottes has 10 marked trails.
How big is the skiable terrain at Les Marécottes?
Les Marécottes covers 200 acres (81 hectares) of skiable terrain.
Does Les Marécottes offer night skiing?
No, Les Marécottes does not offer night skiing.
Does Les Marécottes have snowmaking?
Yes, Les Marécottes has snowmaking to supplement natural snowfall and extend the ski season.
How much snow does Les Marécottes get each year?
Les Marécottes averages around 197.6 inches (502 cm) of snowfall per season.
