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Chamrousse Ski Resort Guide
Projected to open December 5, 2026
Best months to book: March, January, February · last season + 30-yr record
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Projected to open Dec 5 — closed April 11
Weather data is still collected for informational purposes.
Last Snowfall
Oct 8
5d agoPast 24 Hours
0cm
Past 48 Hours
0cm
Past 10 Days
2cm
7-Day Forecast
4cm
Snow Depth
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Resort Guide
Chamrousse Ski is located in the Belledonne mountain range near Grenoble, France, offering 90 kilometers of ski slopes across varied terrain suitable for all levels. The resort features panoramic views, a family-friendly atmosphere, and a blend of alpine and Nordic skiing, with dedicated snow parks and night skiing options. Key amenities include ski schools, equipment rentals, and a range of après-ski activities, making it a versatile destination for both relaxation and adventure. Chamrousse is notable for its Olympic heritage, having hosted alpine skiing events during the 1968 Winter Olympics.
Gallery
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Terrain & lifts
Resort-reported stats for Chamrousse Ski
Lifts
16
Longest run
3.8 km / 2.4 mi
Lift fleet
- Gondola1
- High-speed 63
- High-speed quad2
- Quad chair2
- Surface lift7
Resort Info
Season dates
Future dates are operator estimates and may change.
Top Après Ski
Le K-Dox – A popular après-ski bar in Chamrousse, Le K-Dox is renowned for its lively atmosphere, regular live music events, and spacious terrace with panoramic mountain views, making it a favorite gathering spot for skiers to unwind after a day on the slopes.
Season vs Historic
Updated Tue, Oct 13, 12:01 AM UTC
2cm
Season Total
This Season to Date
-100%
vs 5-Year Avg
362cm avg by now
-100%
vs 30-Year Avg
348cm avg by now
362cm
5-Yr Avg by Now
The last completed season totaled ~0 cm. That's 100% below the 5-year average (362 cm). Versus the 30-year baseline: 100% below the 30-year average (348 cm).
Chamrousse Ski Season Snowfall
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Chamrousse Ski Snow History
Average annual snowfall is 392cm with an average of 62 snowfall days per season. The recent decade runs 30% above this average (511cm over the last ten tracked seasons). The table below shows monthly averages across 30 seasons of archive data (modeled snowpack at mid-elevation).
| Month | Avg Snowfall | Snowfall Days | Avg Base Depth | Max Base Depth | Biggest Snowfall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| November | 53cm | 9 days | 19cm | 46cm | 15cm |
| December | 75cm | 11 days | 63cm | 94cm | 17cm |
| January | 74cm | 11 days | 100cm | 129cm | 16cm |
| February | 62cm | 9 days | 128cm | 150cm | 15cm |
| March | 58cm | 9 days | 132cm | 155cm | 15cm |
| April | 39cm | 7 days | 100cm | 135cm | 11cm |
| May | 14cm | 3 days | 31cm | 73cm | 6cm |
Source: SnowSure archive · Open-Meteo ERA5 reanalysis at mid-elevation. Depth is modeled, not resort-reported.
SnowSure Score by Month
Season 2025-26
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No full season on record
52 days scored, from 22 Feb
48
Best Day
15 Mar
0
Excellent+ Days
Scored 50 or above
3
Powder Days
6cm+ fresh snow
Highest-scoring days
February 2026
- 4123 Feb
- 3922 Feb
- 3524 Feb
March 2026
- 4815 Mar15cm
- 4723 Mar10cm
- 4727 Mar4cm
April 2026
- 371 Apr3cm
- 332 Apr
- 293 Apr
March scored highest for Chamrousse Ski in 2025-26. Based on 52 days the resort was verified open. One season of scores describes what happened, not what to expect.
Season at a Glance
Next season(2026-27)
Opens Dec 5, 2026
Through Apr 11, 2027
Multi-season averages will appear once SnowSure has tracked more than one full season.
Best Months to Visit
February
Peak Season
January
Peak Season
March
Good
December
Good
Note: Based on typical ski season patterns for this region.
Frequently asked questions about Chamrousse Ski
- Where is Chamrousse Ski?
- Chamrousse Ski is a ski resort in France.
- How high is Chamrousse Ski?
- Chamrousse Ski runs from a base elevation of 1,400 m (4,593 ft) to a summit of 2,250 m (7,382 ft), giving a vertical drop of 850 m (2,789 ft).
- How big is Chamrousse Ski?
- Chamrousse Ski has 43 marked runs and 16 lifts.
- When is ski season at Chamrousse Ski?
- Chamrousse Ski typically operates from December to April. Exact opening and closing dates shift each year with snowfall — check the resort's current season dates before booking.
- How much snow does Chamrousse Ski get in a typical season?
- Chamrousse Ski averages 71 inches / 181 cm of snowfall in a typical season. Any individual season can run well above or below that.
