📷 Palandöken
Asia
Palandöken
Pre-season — not open yet
Projected to open November 29, 2026
Best months to book: March, February, April · 30-yr snow record
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Pre-season — not open yet
Weather data is still collected for informational purposes.
Last Snowfall
Oct 5
todayPast 24 Hours
1cm
Past 48 Hours
1cm
Past 10 Days
2cm
7-Day Forecast
3cm
Snow Depth
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Palandöken is closed for the season. Here is when it is usually best to book.
Best months to book
- #1March58cm avg
- #2February40cm avg
- #3April40cm avg
Ranked on 30-year snowfall and base-depth record. The live score returns when the lifts turn.
Current Conditions
Reported Mon, Oct 5, 05:04 PM UTC
Terrain Open
Pre-season — not open yet
Projected to open November 29, 2026
55 runs · 16 lifts — live counts and the SnowSure™ Score return when the lifts turn.
Days 8–14 and every model are in SnowSure Pro.
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About Palandöken
Palandöken Ski Resort is located in Erzurum, Turkey, and is renowned for its long ski season, high-altitude slopes, and modern lift infrastructure. The resort features a variety of runs suitable for all levels, including some of the longest and steepest pistes in Turkey, and offers night skiing, snowboarding, and snow parks. Visitors benefit from direct access to the slopes from nearby hotels, a family-friendly atmosphere, and panoramic views of the surrounding mountains. Palandöken stands out for its reliable snow conditions and proximity to Erzurum city, making it easily accessible for both local and international guests.
Read the full resort guide →Frequently asked questions about Palandöken
- Where is Palandöken?
- Palandöken is a ski resort in Turkey.
- How high is Palandöken?
- Palandöken runs from a base elevation of 2,200 m (7,218 ft) to a summit of 3,176 m (10,420 ft), giving a vertical drop of 976 m (3,202 ft).
- How big is Palandöken?
- Palandöken has 1,100 acres (445 hectares) of skiable terrain, 55 marked runs and 16 lifts.
- Which ski pass covers Palandöken?
- Palandöken is on the Indy Pass. Access terms such as blackout dates and day limits vary by pass tier, so check the pass operator for the current season.
- How much snow does Palandöken get in a typical season?
- Palandöken averages 120 inches / 305 cm of snowfall in a typical season. Any individual season can run well above or below that.
- How will El Niño affect Palandöken in winter 2026-27?
- El Niño Signal Rank: #134 of 488 SnowSure resorts · Tier B · strong-event signal +6% vs its own 30-yr average. In the three strongest El Niño winters on record ('97-98, '15-16, '23-24), Palandöken averaged +6% versus its own 30-year snowfall baseline. The pattern has historically been a friend here. With a record-strength event forecast for winter 2026-27, Palandöken sits on the favorable side of the ledger. Analog winters: '97-98 -21%, '15-16 -24%, '23-24 +63%. A pattern, not a promise.
