Peak Elevation
2,500 m
8,203 ft
Vertical Drop
820 m
2,690 ft
Skiable Area
110 ha
271.8 ac
Avg Snowfall
405 cm
159.4 in
Lifts
15
Luz Ardiden Weather Forecast
About
Luz Ardiden is a French ski resort above the village of Luz-Saint-Sauveur in the Hautes-Pyrénées. Nine lifts open 26 kilometres of mostly easy and intermediate pistes between 1,680 and 2,500 metres, an 820 metre vertical above the tree line. The road to its slopes is a Tour de France climb that has hosted eight summit finishes, most recently in 2021.
Terrain
Difficulty Breakdown
Local symbols shown first, North American second
Lifts & Conditions
Amenities
Operated by Régie de Luz Ardiden
Data validated from official sources but may be incomplete or outdated. Always verify with the resort directly.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many lifts does Luz Ardiden have?
Luz Ardiden has 15 ski lifts, with a combined uphill capacity of approximately 20,000 riders per hour.
What is the vertical drop at Luz Ardiden?
Luz Ardiden has a vertical drop of 2,690 feet (820 meters).
What is the peak elevation of Luz Ardiden?
The summit of Luz Ardiden sits at 8,203 feet (2,500 meters) above sea level.
How many trails does Luz Ardiden have?
Luz Ardiden has 32 marked trails, totaling roughly 17 miles of skiing.
How big is the skiable terrain at Luz Ardiden?
Luz Ardiden covers 271.8 acres (110 hectares) of skiable terrain.
Does Luz Ardiden offer night skiing?
No, Luz Ardiden does not offer night skiing.
Does Luz Ardiden have snowmaking?
Yes, Luz Ardiden has snowmaking to supplement natural snowfall and extend the ski season.
How much snow does Luz Ardiden get each year?
Luz Ardiden averages around 159.4 inches (405 cm) of snowfall per season.
