Font Romeu Ski Resort Guide
Font Romeu, France
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Recommended For | Beginners, Snowboarders, Snowfall and Apres-Ski! |
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Total Piste Length | 52km |
Highest Lift | 2,200m |
Resort Height | 1,600m |
Nearest Airports | Perpignan and Carcassonne |
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Font Romeu
Font Romeu is a premier ski resort in the French Pyrenees. Known for its sunny weather, it offers diverse terrain for all skill levels.
Summary
Font Romeu boasts over 40 kilometers of skiable terrain, making it one of the largest ski areas in the region. The resort features 37 slopes, ranging from beginner to advanced, and is well-equipped with modern lifts.
The ski area of Font Romeu is in the French Pyrenees at an altitude of 1,600m, with 52km of marked runs.
Font Romeu is part of the Neiges Catalanes ski area with access to 203 marked pistes, served by a total of 119 ski lifts. In addition to the skiing in Font Romeu itself (52km of pisted ski runs), the appropriate ski Lift Pass will allow you to ski or snowboard in the other Neiges Catalanes ski resorts of Bolquère Pyrénées 2000, Cambre d'Aze, Cerdagne Puigmal, Formiguères, La Quillane, Les Angles, Porté Puymorens and Puyvalador.
The ski resort itself is at 1,600m, so skiing or boarding back to the resort is usually possible. With ski lifts as high as 2,200m, snow cover is generally reliable.
Notable Ski Runs
The most difficult run is the 'La Record'.
Snow and Weather
Font Romeu typically enjoys reliable snow conditions, with an average snow depth of 70 cm during peak season. For the latest snow information, visit J2Ski for updates on snowfall and snowmelt.
When will it snow in Font Romeu?
There is currently no significant snow in the 7-day forecast for Font Romeu.
See our long-range Snow Forecast for the latest update.
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Ski Area Stats
Font Romeu Ski Area
Black Pistes Expert Trails | 8 | |
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Red Pistes Intermediate Runs | 8 | |
Blue Pistes Easy Trails | 9 | |
Green Pistes Beginner Runs | 9 | |
Downhill Total Length | 52km | |
Cross Country Total Length | 111km | |
Ski Lifts Number of Lifts | 25 |
Neiges Catalanes Ski Area
Black Pistes Expert Trails | 31 | |
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Red Pistes Intermediate Runs | 68 | |
Blue Pistes Easy Trails | 60 | |
Green Pistes Beginner Runs | 44 | |
Ski Lifts Number of Lifts | 119 |
Font Romeu Altitudes
Highest Lift | 2,200m |
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Lowest Piste | 1,600m |
Resort Altitude (Font Romeu) | 1,600m |
Max Vertical | 600m |
Ratings & Suitability
Beginners | |
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Snowboarding | |
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Skiing
The ski area is part of the Pyrénées 2000 and features a maximum elevation of 2,250 meters. Notable pistes include the long blue run, La Coma, and the challenging black run, Les Boulevards, serviced by lifts like the Télécabine des Airelles and the Télésiège des Esquits.
Font Romeu offers good sking, particularly, for Intermediate and Beginner skiers.
Snowboarding
Snowboarders will find exciting terrain parks in Font Romeu, including the fun park and the beginner-friendly area. These parks provide various features, such as jumps and rails, catering to all levels.
Location and Map
Where is Font Romeu?
This ski resort is in the French Pyrenees.
Map
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How to get there
By Air
The nearest airport to Font Romeu is Perpignan, 82 minutes drive away.
Carcassonne, Toulouse, Barcelona, Béziers, Girona and Montpellier airports are all within three hours drive.
Font Romeu is easily accessible via major airports like Perpignan and Toulouse, with driving routes via the A9 and N116. Regular shuttle services connect these airports to the resort.
Infrastructure
Ski Lift Capacity
The 25 ski lifts are able to uplift 18,000 skiers and snowboarders every hour.
Snow Making
Snow-making is available, on 21km of ski runs, with 500 snow cannons.
Season Dates
When is Font Romeu open?
We don't currently have confirmed season dates, but hope to soon.
Usual opening is late November, and usual closing is Early April.
NOTE:- Ski area, lift and piste opening is subject to Current Snow Conditions.
Aprés Ski
After skiing, Font Romeu offers vibrant après-ski options. Notable spots include La Cabane, known for its lively atmosphere, and Le Café de la Gare, perfect for a relaxed drink.