Located at 1,060m altitude on the Plateau des Petites Roches, the Col de Marcieu is a family resort nestled in the heart of the Chartreuse massif. Accessible in under an hour from Grenoble, it offers a preserved natural setting and friendly atmosphere. The resort offers varied activities in both winter and summer, with a particular focus on fun leisure activities suited to all ages. Its ski area, though modest, is ideal for learning and family skiing enjoyment. In summer, the fun area transforms to offer original outdoor activities. Col de Marcieu is thus a favoured destination for families seeking simplicity and nature.
Le col de Marcieu
Overview
Le col de Marcieu
📏 Altitude: 1050 m
🎿 Alpine skiing: 5 km
⛷️ Cross-country skiing: 24 km
🌟 Resort style: Snow stadium
💰 From 14 €/day (2025-2026)
Overview of Le col de Marcieu
Le Col de Marcieu mainly consists of a central fun area, surrounded by forests and meadows. The architecture is discreet, with a few welcome buildings and facilities integrated into the landscape. The resort is designed to be functional and accessible, with ski lifts suited to beginners and dedicated fun activity areas. The whole creates a warm and family-friendly atmosphere, conducive to relaxation and discovery.
Our review — Le col de Marcieu
2.3/5
Ski area — key figures — Le col de Marcieu
- 🌟 Snow stadium (Isère)
- 📏 1050 m Village altitude (1300 m Top altitude)
- 🎿 8 runs
🚠 7 ski lifts
Average lift age: 35 years
When to visit
Le col de Marcieu in summer
In summer, le Col de Marcieu offers a vast outdoor playground. The fun area offers activities such as tree-top adventure courses, banked zip-lines, summer tubing, mountain cart, mini-golf, paintball, trampolines and swings. Forest walks and orienteering courses also allow you to discover the natural richness of the Chartreuse massif. An ideal destination for family days combining adventure and relaxation.
🎯 Things to do in summer:
✅ Road cycling • ✅ Enduro MTB • ✅ Hiking • ✅ Tree climbing
Le col de Marcieu in winter
In winter, when snow is present, le Col de Marcieu offers a ski area for beginners, with alpine runs, a learning area and accessible ski lifts. The toboggan area — one of the largest in the Isere — offers 17,000 m2 of groomed and secured terrain, with several runs of different levels. Activities such as tubing, snake gliss and snowshoeing complete the winter offering, making le Col de Marcieu a popular destination for families.
🎯 Things to do in winter:
✅ Alpine skiing • ✅ Snowshoeing
Skiing
Below are the 2 ski areas accessible from Le col de Marcieu: Le col de Marcieu (alpin), Le col de Marcieu (nordique).
Ski area — Le col de Marcieu
⛰️ Altitudes: 1050 m – 1300 m
🎿 Alpine skiing: 5 km
💰 Day pass: 14 €
The Col de Marcieu alpine ski area extends between 1,060 and 1,350 m altitude, offering 3.5 km of runs across 3 green, 3 blue and 2 red pistes. The facilities include 3 ski lifts, suited to beginner and intermediate skiers. The ski area is particularly appreciated for its relaxed atmosphere and natural setting — ideal for learning and family outings.
Cross-country ski area — Le col de Marcieu
⛰️ Altitudes: 1050 m – 1270 m
🌲 Cross-country skiing: 24 km
💰 Day pass: 9 €
Perched on the Petites Roches plateau, the Col de Marcieu Nordic ski area offers an exceptional panorama facing the Belledonne range and overlooking the Gresivaudan valley. Between 1,000 and 1,400 metres altitude, the site offers 24 km of trails winding through fir forests and snowy plateaus. The ski area is divided into two sectors — one dedicated to initiation and one to more sporty practice — allowing rapid progression whatever your level. Both skating and classic technique are catered for with well-maintained, adapted routes. Marked snowshoe and Nordic walking trails also invite gentle exploration of these preserved landscapes.
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Ski pass prices — Le col de Marcieu
Current lift pass prices for ski areas accessible from Le col de Marcieu.
| Ski area | Day pass | 6-day pass | Season pass | Season (prices) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Le col de Marcieu (alpin skiing) | 14 € | 67 € | 82 € | 2025-2026 |
| Le col de Marcieu (nordique skiing) | 9 € | N/A | N/A | 2025-2026 |
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