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Pra Loup Ski Resort Guide

Pra Loup, France

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Ski Area Highlights
Recommended ForIntermediates, Snowboarders, Snowfall and Apres-Ski!
Total Piste Length165km
Highest Lift2,600m
Resort Height1,500m
 Nearest AirportsTurin Cuneo and Nice
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Pra Loup

Pra Loup is a popular ski resort in the Southern Alps of France. It offers a diverse range of slopes for all skill levels.

 Summary

With over 180 kilometers of ski runs, Pra Loup provides an extensive playground for winter sports enthusiasts. The resort is known for its family-friendly atmosphere and stunning alpine scenery.

The ski area of Pra Loup is in the French Alps at an altitude of 1,500m, with 165km of marked runs.

Pra Loup is part of the Espace Lumière ski area with access to 136 marked pistes, served by a total of 120 ski lifts. In addition to the skiing in Pra Loup itself (165km of pisted ski runs), the appropriate ski Lift Pass will allow you to ski or snowboard in the other Espace Lumière ski resorts of La Foux d'Allos, Seignus (Val d'Allos 1500) and Val d'Allos.

With ski lifts as high as 2,600m, skiing and snowboarding is assured throughout the season.

 Notable Ski Runs

The most difficult run is the 'La Noire', which is 3km in length.

Snow and Weather

Pra Loup typically enjoys reliable snow conditions, with an average snow depth of around 150 cm during peak season. Snowfall usually occurs from December to April, but it's advisable to check the latest snow information on J2Ski for current conditions.

When will it snow in Pra Loup?

There is currently no significant snow in the 7-day forecast for Pra Loup.

See our long-range Snow Forecast for the latest update.

Snow this week

Snow Forecast by day for Pra Loup
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Ski Area Stats

Pra Loup Ski Area

Piste and Lift Stats
Black Pistes
Expert Trails
 5 13km
Red Pistes
Intermediate Runs
3489km
Blue Pistes
Easy Trails
2658km
Green Pistes
Beginner Runs
1520km
Downhill
Total Length
165km
Cross Country
Total Length
6km
Ski Lifts
Number of Lifts
53

Espace Lumière Ski Area

Piste and Lift Stats
Black Pistes
Expert Trails
12
Red Pistes
Intermediate Runs
57
Blue Pistes
Easy Trails
45
Green Pistes
Beginner Runs
22
Ski Lifts
Number of Lifts
120

Pra Loup Altitudes

Lift Heights and Resort Altitude
Highest Lift2,600m
Lowest Piste1,500m
Resort Altitude (Pra Loup)1,500m
Max Vertical1,100m

Ratings & Suitability

Ratings for Pra Loup
Intermediate Skiers
Beginners
Snowboarding
Snow
Apres-Ski

Skiing

Pra Loup features two main ski areas: Pra Loup 1500 and Pra Loup 1600, with elevations reaching up to 2,500 meters. Notable pistes include the red run 'La Casse' and the black run 'L'Aiguille', serviced by modern lifts like the 'Télémix' and 'Télésiège de la Clappe'.

Pra Loup offers good sking, particularly, for Intermediate and Beginner skiers.

Ski Lessons in Pra Loup

Find a Ski Instructor

To choose a Ski School, and book Group Ski Lessons or a Private Instructor, see Pra Loup Ski Schools and Pra Loup Ski Instructors.

Snowboarding

Snowboarders can enjoy the terrain park at Pra Loup, which offers a variety of features for all skill levels. The park is well-maintained and provides a fun environment for freestyle enthusiasts.

Location and Map

Where is Pra Loup?

This ski resort is in the French Alps.

Map

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How to get there

 By Air

The nearest airport to Pra Loup is Turin Cuneo, 133 minutes drive away.

Nice, Avignon and Grenoble airports are all within three hours drive.

Pra Loup is accessible via major airports such as Nice Côte d'Azur and Marseille Provence. The resort is approximately a 2-hour drive from these airports, with well-maintained roads leading to the ski area.

Infrastructure

Ski Lift Capacity

The 53 ski lifts are able to uplift 43,800 skiers and snowboarders every hour.

Snow Making

Snow-making is available, on 122km of ski runs, with 252 snow cannons.

Season Dates

When is Pra Loup open?

We don't currently have confirmed season dates, but hope to soon.

Usual opening is early 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, visitors can unwind at popular spots like Le Bar des Neiges and La Taverne. For nightlife, check out the lively atmosphere at Le Bunker nightclub.

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