Métabief - Mont d'Or Ski Resort Guide
Métabief - Mont d'Or, France
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| Recommended For | Intermediates, Snowboarders, Snowfall and Apres-Ski! |
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| Total Piste Length | 42km |
| Highest Lift | 1,460m |
| Resort Height | 1,000m |
| Nearest Airports | Geneva and Berne |
| Save on Ski Hire | Save up to 50%  |
Métabief - Mont d'Or
Métabief - Mont d'Or is a charming ski resort nestled in the Jura Mountains. It offers a diverse range of slopes for all levels of skiers and snowboarders.
Summary
This resort features over 30 kilometers of skiable terrain, with a variety of pistes suitable for beginners and advanced skiers alike. Its family-friendly atmosphere makes it a perfect destination for winter sports enthusiasts.
The ski area of Métabief - Mont d'Or is in the French Jura at an altitude of 1,000m, with 42km of marked runs.
Métabief - Mont d'Or has direct access to 42km of downhill skiing, with 24 marked pistes, served by a total of 20 ski lifts.
The skiing is at relatively low altitude, so snow cover can be variable.
Notable Ski Runs
The longest possible descent in Métabief - Mont d'Or is 4km long.
Snow and Weather
Métabief - Mont d'Or typically enjoys reliable snow conditions, with an average snow depth of around 80 cm during peak season. Regular snowfall ensures a good skiing experience, but for the latest updates on snow conditions, check J2Ski.
When will it snow in Métabief - Mont d'Or?
There is currently no significant snow in the 7-day forecast for Métabief - Mont d'Or.
See our long-range Snow Forecast for the latest update.
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Ski Area Stats
Métabief - Mont d'Or Ski Area
| Black Pistes Expert Trails | 2 | |
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| Red Pistes Intermediate Runs | 11 | |
| Blue Pistes Easy Trails | 8 | |
| Green Pistes Beginner Runs | 5 | |
| Downhill Total Length | 42km | |
| Cross Country Total Length | 270km | |
| Ski Lifts Number of Lifts | 20 | |
Métabief - Mont d'Or Altitudes
| Highest Lift | 1,460m |
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| Resort Altitude (Métabief - Mont d'Or) | 1,000m |
| Lowest Piste | 880m |
| Max Vertical | 580m |
Ratings & Suitability
| Intermediate Skiers | |
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| Beginners | |
| Snowboarding | |
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| Apres-Ski |
Skiing
Métabief - Mont d'Or boasts an elevation of 1,463 meters, with several ski areas including Les Vouvryes and La Cluse. Key pistes include the red La Combe and the blue L'Etang, accessed by lifts like the Télésiège du Morond and Téléski des Vouvryes.
Métabief - Mont d'Or offers good sking, particularly, for Intermediate skiers.
Snowboarding
Snowboarders will enjoy the terrain park at Métabief, which features a variety of jumps and rails suitable for different skill levels. The park’s well-maintained features provide an excellent venue for freestyle enthusiasts.
Location and Map
Where is Métabief - Mont d'Or?
This ski resort is in the French Jura.
Map
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How to get there
By Air
The nearest airport to Métabief - Mont d'Or is Geneva, 60 minutes drive away.
Berne, Sion, Dole–Jura, Annecy, Chambery, Basel, Zurich, Basel-Mulhouse-Freiburg and Lyon St-Exupéry airports are all within three hours drive.
Geneva is just one hours drive away, in good driving conditions, so you can be on the piste quickly.
To reach Métabief - Mont d'Or, the nearest major airport is Geneva, approximately 2 hours away by car. Alternatively, you can take a train to the nearby town of Pontarlier and use local transport to the resort.
Infrastructure
Ski Lift Capacity
The 20 ski lifts are able to uplift 19,389 skiers and snowboarders every hour.
Snow Making
Snow-making is available, on 15km of ski runs, with 47 snow cannons.
Season Dates
When is Métabief - Mont d'Or open?
We don't currently have confirmed season dates, but hope to soon.
Usual opening is mid December, and usual closing is Late March.
NOTE:- Ski area, lift and piste opening is subject to Current Snow Conditions.
Aprés Ski
Après-ski at Métabief is vibrant, with cozy bars like Le Café de l'Etang and lively restaurants such as La Grange offering regional cuisine. For nightlife, check out the local venues for a relaxed atmosphere after a day on the slopes.
