Peak Elevation
3,176 m
10,420 ft
Vertical Drop
976 m
3,202 ft
Skiable Area
445 ha
1,100 ac
Avg Snowfall
305 cm
120 in
Lifts
6
Palandöken Ski Center Weather Forecast
About
Palandöken Ski Center sits on Palandöken Mountain just southwest of Erzurum in eastern Turkey, also branded Ejder 3200. The area runs from about 2,200 m to 3,176 m, served by a gondola and chairlifts feeding roughly 28 km of pistes, with a top-to-bottom run near 12 km. Built for the 2011 Winter Universiade, it offers long, high-altitude descents and reliable cold-climate snow.
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Operated by Erzurum Metropolitan Municipality
Data validated from official sources but may be incomplete or outdated. Always verify with the resort directly.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many lifts does Palandöken Ski Center have?
Palandöken Ski Center has 6 ski lifts, with a combined uphill capacity of approximately 8,100 riders per hour.
What is the vertical drop at Palandöken Ski Center?
Palandöken Ski Center has a vertical drop of 3,202 feet (976 meters).
What is the peak elevation of Palandöken Ski Center?
The summit of Palandöken Ski Center sits at 10,420 feet (3,176 meters) above sea level.
How many trails does Palandöken Ski Center have?
Palandöken Ski Center has 22 marked trails, totaling roughly 17.4 miles of skiing.
How big is the skiable terrain at Palandöken Ski Center?
Palandöken Ski Center covers 1,100 acres (445 hectares) of skiable terrain.
Does Palandöken Ski Center offer night skiing?
Yes, Palandöken Ski Center offers night skiing. Hours and trail availability vary by season, so check the official website for current schedules.
Does Palandöken Ski Center have snowmaking?
Yes, Palandöken Ski Center has snowmaking to supplement natural snowfall and extend the ski season.
How much snow does Palandöken Ski Center get each year?
Palandöken Ski Center averages around 120 inches (305 cm) of snowfall per season.