French Pyrenees, France 🇫🇷
Beneath the Col du Tourmalet, the climb that breaks Tour de France riders every summer, sits the largest linked ski area in the French Pyrenees. Grand Tourmalet spans Barèges and La Mongie on either side of the pass.
Generally yes. From 1250 m at the base to 2500 m up top, the profile holds snow well across a normal winter (score 81/100).
Ski-in/ski-out depends on the address here: some hotels are on the snow, others need a short walk or shuttle. Pick a slopeside address if skiing from the door matters to you.
With 100 km of piste on 28 lifts, it is a mid-size area, easy to get to know over a long weekend. The terrain is balanced (8 green, 17 blue, 13 red, 3 black), which suits a mixed-level group skiing together.
The season usually runs Dec 14 to Apr 7 (about 16 weeks). For the most dependable cover, the deep-winter window of January to February is the safe bet. Conditions soften as spring arrives, so earlier in the window is the safer call.
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Hotels we like for ski access and value. Prices are indicative; check live availability.
Excellent · 211 reviews
One of the highest-rated places to stay in Grand Tourmalet, with guests singling out the service and comfort.
Guests rate this hotel as excellent (4.8/5 from 211 reviews). It sits about 2.5 km from the slopes. A mid-range option for Grand Tourmalet, with live nightly rates shown for your exact dates so you always see the best price.
Good · 223 reviews
A dependable, well-reviewed choice for a stay in Grand Tourmalet.
Good · 376 reviews
A dependable, well-reviewed choice for a stay in Grand Tourmalet.
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