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Le Mourtis, French Pyrenees

Le Mourtis: 5 things to know before you go

French Pyrenees, France 🇫🇷

Le Mourtis is a small forested ski area at 1,350 m on the southern slope of the Haute-Garonne Pyrenees, above the village of Boutx. It is the closest serious snow to Toulouse, ninety minutes by car, and a low-key alternative to the bigger Pyrenean resorts further west. The Pic de Cagire makes the backdrop.

1.Is the snow reliable in Le Mourtis?

Usually, with help. From 1350 m to 1860 m the resort leans on grooming and snowmaking in lean spells, so check the live report before booking early or late dates (score 68/100).

2.Do you need a car, or can you ski in and out?

This is more of a valley base than a slopeside village, so expect a lift, train or shuttle to the snow each morning. Staying central, near the main lift, saves the most time.

3.How big is the ski area, and who is it for?

It is a compact area, 25 km of piste on 8 lifts, best for a short break or a focused trip rather than a full week. The piste mix leans gentle (8 green, 10 blue, 5 red, 2 black), so beginners and early intermediates are well served.

4.What is the resort like?

Le Mourtis stands out for a family-friendly setup.

5.When is the best time to go?

The season usually runs Dec 14 to Mar 31 (about 15 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.

The full Le Mourtis guide

Hotels, piste breakdown, snow month by month, lift and rental info, map and more.

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More questions, answered

How much vertical drop does Le Mourtis have?
About 510 m of vertical, from a 1350 m base to 1860 m at the top.
Is Le Mourtis part of a larger ski area?
No, it is a self-contained resort with its own 25 km of piste rather than part of a linked domain.
Is Le Mourtis good for beginners?
Yes. With 8 green and 10 blue runs, there is plenty of gentle terrain to learn on.

Where to stay

Hotels we like for ski access and value. Prices are indicative; check live availability.

Auberge La Soulan: Auberge/restaurant proche station de ski du Mourtis, départ randonnées Pyrénées Haute-Garonne
4.51.0k reviews
€135
★ Top pick

Auberge La Soulan: Auberge/restaurant proche station de ski du Mourtis, départ randonnées Pyrénées Haute-Garonne

Very good · 1.0k reviews

Why we like it

Strong value for Le Mourtis, with a high guest rating that punches above its nightly price.

Guests rate this hotel as very good (4.5/5 from 1,008 reviews). It sits about 2.6 km from the slopes. A mid-range option for Le Mourtis, with live nightly rates shown for your exact dates so you always see the best price.

≈ 2.6 km to the slopesMid-range
From
€135/ night
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Hôtel Le Tuc de l'Etang
4.0107 reviews
€115

Hôtel Le Tuc de l'Etang

Great · 107 reviews

Why we like it

A dependable, well-reviewed choice for a stay in Le Mourtis.

≈ 2.8 km to the slopesMid-range
From
€115/ night
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Hôtel La Grange
3.8127 reviews
€100

Hôtel La Grange

Good · 127 reviews

Why we like it

A dependable, well-reviewed choice for a stay in Le Mourtis.

≈ 2.8 km to the slopesBudget-friendly
From
€100/ night
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Les Sources - PCM Le Mourtis
4.634 reviews
€125

Les Sources - PCM Le Mourtis

Excellent · 34 reviews

Why we like it

Strong value for Le Mourtis, with a high guest rating that punches above its nightly price.

≈ 2.6 km to the slopesMid-range
From
€125/ night
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