Located at 1,700 metres altitude, 6km from Colmars-les-Alpes, the Ratery 1700 Nordic resort offers an exceptional natural setting for outdoor activities in every season. In winter, it offers 20km of cross-country trails set in a majestic larch forest, while in summer, hiking and mountain bike trails allow visitors to discover the richness of local wildlife and flora. Its shady exposure guarantees quality snow cover during the winter season, and its peaceful atmosphere makes it a popular destination for families and nature lovers.
Ratery
Overview
Ratery
📏 Altitude: 1700 m
⛷️ Cross-country skiing: 20 km
🌟 Resort style: Snow stadium
💰 From 10 €/day (2025-2026)
Overview of Ratery
The Ratery ski area is nestled within the Mercantour National Park, offering exceptional panoramas over the upper Verdon. The welcome chalet, built in traditional timber, integrates harmoniously into this preserved landscape. This convivial building serves as the departure point for various activities and offers services such as equipment hire and a dining area.
Our review — Ratery
2.5/5
Ski area — key figures — Ratery
- 🌟 Snow stadium (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
- 📏 1700 m Village altitude (1790 m Top altitude)
When to visit
Ratery in summer
In summer, Ratery 1700 is a privileged starting point for walkers. Marked trails cross larch forests and offer unbeatable views over the surrounding mountains. Nordic walking and orienteering enthusiasts also find routes suited to their practice. The proximity of the Mercantour National Park allows you to observe rich flora and fauna, including chamois, marmots and a wide variety of alpine flowers.
🎯 Things to do in summer:
✅ Enduro MTB • ✅ Hiking
Ratery in winter
During winter, the resort offers 20 km of cross-country ski trails across four difficulty levels: green (2.5 km), blue (4.7 km), red (5.2 km) and black (8 km). A snowshoe route allows you to explore the snowy forest, while a toboggan area is laid out for children. Activities such as biathlon and igloo building are also available, offering fun and sporting experiences for the whole family.
🎯 Things to do in winter:
✅ Cross-country skiing • ✅ Snowshoeing
Skiing
Below is an overview of the ski area accessible from Ratery: Le Ratery (nordique).
Cross-country ski area — Le Ratery
⛰️ Altitudes: 1690 m – 1790 m
🌲 Cross-country skiing: 20 km
💰 Day pass: 10 €
The Ratery 1700 ski area is exclusively dedicated to Nordic activities. The trails, laid through a full larch forest, benefit from a north-facing aspect ensuring quality snow. Though the ski area is not linked to other resorts, the diversity of its routes and enchanting setting attract cross-country skiing and snowshoeing enthusiasts.
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Ski pass prices — Ratery
Current lift pass prices for ski areas accessible from Ratery.
| Ski area | Day pass | 6-day pass | Season pass | Season (prices) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Le Ratery (nordique skiing) | 10 € | 60 € | 110 € | 2025-2026 |
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