Abriès Ski Resort Guide
Abriès, France
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Recommended For | Intermediates and Snowboarders. |
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Total Piste Length | 30km |
Highest Lift | 2,450m |
Resort Height | 1,550m |
Nearest Airports | Turin Cuneo and Turin Caselle |
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Abriès
Abriès is a hidden gem in the Southern Alps, offering a charming atmosphere and diverse skiing options. This resort is perfect for families and those seeking a more relaxed skiing experience.
Summary
Nestled in the stunning Queyras Regional Park, Abriès provides a unique blend of picturesque scenery and well-groomed pistes. With a strong emphasis on family-friendly skiing, it features a range of slopes suitable for all abilities.
The ski area of Abriès is in the French Alps at an altitude of 1,550m, with 30km of marked runs.
Abriès has direct access to 30km of downhill skiing, with 13 marked pistes, served by a total of 5 ski lifts.
The ski resort itself is at 1,550m, so skiing or boarding back to the resort is usually possible. With ski lifts as high as 2,450m, snow cover is generally reliable.
Snow and Weather
Abriès typically enjoys good snow reliability, with average snow depths ranging from 80 cm to 150 cm throughout the season. For the latest snow updates, check J2Ski for real-time conditions and snow forecasts.
When will it snow in Abriès?
There is currently no significant snow in the 7-day forecast for Abriès.
See our long-range Snow Forecast for the latest update.
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Ski Area Stats
Abriès Ski Area
Black Pistes Expert Trails | 2 | |
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Red Pistes Intermediate Runs | 6 | |
Blue Pistes Easy Trails | 4 | |
Green Pistes Beginner Runs | 1 | |
Downhill Total Length | 30km | |
Cross Country Total Length | 40km | |
Ski Lifts Number of Lifts | 5 |
Abriès Altitudes
Highest Lift | 2,450m |
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Lowest Piste | 1,550m |
Resort Altitude (Abriès) | 1,550m |
Max Vertical | 900m |
Ratings & Suitability
Intermediate Skiers | |
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Beginners | |
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Skiing
The ski area of Abriès covers approximately 30 km of marked runs, with elevations reaching up to 2,750 meters. Notable pistes include the challenging 'La Casse' and the scenic 'Les Clots,' served by lifts such as the Télébenne and Le Soufre.
Abriès offers good sking, particularly, for Intermediate skiers.
Snowboarding
Snowboarders will appreciate the dedicated terrain park at Abriès, featuring a variety of jumps and rails suitable for different skill levels. The park complements the natural terrain, allowing for a fun mix of freeriding and park riding.
Location and Map
Where is Abriès?
This ski resort is in the French Alps in Abriès-Ristolas, Briançon.
Map
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How to get there
By Air
The nearest airport to Abriès is Turin Cuneo, 115 minutes drive away.
Turin Caselle, Chambery and Grenoble airports are all within three hours drive.
To reach Abriès, the nearest major airports are Turin (Italy) and Marseille (France). From there, take a train or rent a car for a scenic drive through the Alps, with clearly marked routes leading to the resort.
Infrastructure
Ski Lift Capacity
The five ski lifts are able to uplift 9,000 skiers and snowboarders every hour.
Snow Making
Snow-making is available, with 1 snow cannons.
Season Dates
When is Abriès open?
We don't currently have confirmed season dates, but hope to soon.
NOTE:- Ski area, lift and piste opening is subject to Current Snow Conditions.
Aprés Ski
After a day on the slopes, head to Le Café de la Place for a cozy drink or try the local cuisine at La Grange. The laid-back vibe makes Abriès perfect for relaxing evenings with friends.