La Joue du Loup Ski Resort Guide
La Joue du Loup, France
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| Recommended For | Beginners, Snowboarders, Snowfall and Apres-Ski! |
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| Highest Lift | 2,500m |
| Resort Height | 1,500m |
| Nearest Airports | Grenoble and Chambery |
| Save on Ski Hire | Save up to 50%  |
La Joue du Loup
La Joue du Loup offers a charming alpine experience. Perfect for families and ski enthusiasts alike.
Summary
Nestled in the Southern Alps, La Joue du Loup boasts a diverse range of slopes suitable for all levels. With its picturesque scenery and family-friendly atmosphere, it's an ideal destination for winter sports lovers.
The ski area of La Joue du Loup is in the French Alps at an altitude of 1,500m.
La Joue du Loup is part of the Dévoluy ski area with access to 100km of downhill skiing, with 120 marked pistes, served by a total of 25 ski lifts. In addition to the skiing in La Joue du Loup itself (60 pisted ski runs), the appropriate ski Lift Pass will allow you to ski or snowboard in the other Dévoluy ski resort of SuperDévoluy.
With ski lifts as high as 2,500m, snow cover is generally reliable.
Notable Ski Runs
The longest possible descent in La Joue du Loup is 4km long.
Snow and Weather
La Joue du Loup typically enjoys reliable snow conditions, with an average snow depth of 100 cm during peak season. For the latest snow reports, check J2Ski for updated information.
When will it snow in La Joue du Loup?
There is currently no significant snow in the 7-day forecast for La Joue du Loup.
See our long-range Snow Forecast for the latest update.
Snow this week
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Ski Area Stats
La Joue du Loup Ski Area
| Black Pistes Expert Trails | 5 | |
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| Red Pistes Intermediate Runs | 15 | |
| Blue Pistes Easy Trails | 25 | |
| Green Pistes Beginner Runs | 15 | |
| Cross Country Total Length | 35km | |
| Ski Lifts Number of Lifts | 26 | |
Dévoluy Ski Area
| Black Pistes Expert Trails | 10 | |
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| Red Pistes Intermediate Runs | 30 | |
| Blue Pistes Easy Trails | 50 | |
| Green Pistes Beginner Runs | 30 | |
| Downhill Total Length | 100km | |
| Cross Country Total Length | 43km | |
| Ski Lifts Number of Lifts | 25 | |
La Joue du Loup Altitudes
| Highest Lift | 2,500m |
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| Lowest Piste | 1,500m |
| Resort Altitude (La Joue du Loup) | 1,500m |
| Max Vertical | 1,000m |
Ratings & Suitability
| Intermediate Skiers | |
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| Beginners | |
| Snowboarding | |
| Snow | |
| Apres-Ski |
Skiing
The resort features over 50 kilometers of ski runs, with elevations reaching up to 2,400 meters. Notable pistes include the blue 'Les Clots' and the challenging red 'Les Combes', serviced by lifts such as the 'Télésiège de la Joue' and the 'Téléski du Pré de l'Escale'.
La Joue du Loup offers good sking, particularly, for Intermediate and Beginner skiers.
Snowboarding
Snowboarders can enjoy the terrain park known as 'Park Joue', which offers various features for all skill levels. The resort's varied terrain ensures plenty of options for freestyle enthusiasts.
Location and Map
Where is La Joue du Loup?
This ski resort is in the French Alps in Dévoluy, Gap.
Map
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How to get there
By Air
The nearest airport to La Joue du Loup is Grenoble, 90 minutes drive away.
Chambery, Marseille Provence, Lyon Bron, Lyon St-Exupéry, Avignon, Annecy and Geneva airports are all within three hours drive.
La Joue du Loup is easily accessible via the A51 motorway, with the nearest major airport being Grenoble Alpes-Isère Airport, approximately 140 km away. Regular shuttle services connect the airport to the resort.
Infrastructure
Ski Lift Capacity
The 26 ski lifts are able to uplift 2,250 skiers and snowboarders every hour.
Snow Making
Snow-making is available, on 2km of ski runs, with 8 snow cannons.
Season Dates
When is La Joue du Loup open?
We don't currently have confirmed season dates, but hope to soon.
Usual opening is mid December, and usual closing is Mid April.
NOTE:- Ski area, lift and piste opening is subject to Current Snow Conditions.
Aprés Ski
After a day on the slopes, unwind at the lively 'Le Refuge' bar or enjoy a meal at 'La Table de la Joue'. For nightlife, 'L'Igloo' nightclub offers a vibrant atmosphere to continue the fun.
