Orcières 1850

Location of the alpin ski area — Orcières 1850

Alpine ski area — Orcières 1850

Located at the gateway to the Ecrins National Park, the Orcieres-Merlette 1850 ski area deploys 100 kilometres of runs from 1,850 to 2,725 metres. Combining the privileged snowfall of high altitude with the exceptional sunshine of the Southern Alps, the resort offers varied terrain served by modern infrastructure and unique panoramas. The ski area’s main altitude asset is its 1,850 m ski area base — one of the highest in the Southern Alps — guaranteed by snowmaking covering 70% of the ski area. The summit at 2,725 m offers an unbeatable view over the Ecrins massif and the Champsaur valley, allowing descents with over 875 m of vertical drop in one go. The majority of the runs are south-facing, making it one of the sunniest ski resorts. With 52 marked runs (9 green, 18 blue, 18 red and 7 black), the ski area meets all skiing needs. Beginners benefit from four secured initiation zones. The Bouquetins and Freissinieres runs descend gently from the ridges, offering a unique contemplative experience. More advanced skiers tackle the 18 red and 7 black runs, including the FIS-homologated Camile Ricou piste used for competitions. The ski area has 30 ski lifts, constantly modernised, including several fast detachable chairlifts. In 2026, the Muande chairlift completely reshapes the western sector. The ski area also has a vast 16,000 m2 Fun Zone on the Rocherousse plateau, with a snowpark for all levels and the Alizee Baron boardercross. A 1,800 m giant zip-line soars over the zone for a 1 min 20 panoramic flight. The Rocherousse high-altitude plateau — accessible to skiers and pedestrians alike — is a second ski area base at altitude, offering dog sledding, snow tubing, a cross-country ski trail and marked snowshoe routes.

Runs and ski lifts — Orcières 1850

Average lift age: 30 years

Ski pass prices — Orcières 1850

For the 2026-2027 season, the alpine ski pass for Orcières 1850 (48.50 €) is 38.6% more expensive than the French average (35.00 €). Its ski area is equivalent to the national average and its lift fleet equivalent to the national average.

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