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Palandöken Resort Guide

Off-season

Closed for the season · reopens Nov 29

Best months to book: March, February, April · 30-yr snow record

Off-season

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Updated: Sep 22, 4:03 AM•Weather at base: 2,200m

Resort Guide

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.

Resort Info

Summit3,176m
Base2,200m
Vertical976m
Lifts16
Runs55
Skiable Area1100 acres
Average snowfall120 inches / 305 cm
CountryTurkey
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Season dates

Projected openingNovember 29, 2026

Future dates are operator estimates and may change.

Ski passes

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Access tiers change by season — confirm benefits on the pass operator's site.

Top Après Ski

Dedeman Ski Lodge Bar – Renowned for its cozy atmosphere and panoramic mountain views, this bar at the Dedeman Palandöken Hotel is a favorite après-ski spot where guests enjoy warm drinks, live music, and a welcoming ambiance after a day on the slopes.

Season vs Historic

Updated Tue, Sep 22, 04:03 AM UTC

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Off-season · 245cm full-season avg

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Off-season · 226cm full-season avg

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5-Yr Avg by Now

The last completed season totaled ~247.5 cm. That's near the 5-year average (245 cm). Versus the 30-year baseline: 10% above the 30-year average (226 cm).

Palandöken Season Snowfall

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Palandöken Snow History

Average annual snowfall is 266cm with an average of 101 snowfall days per season. The recent decade runs 32% above this average (352cm over the last ten tracked seasons). The table below shows monthly averages across 30 seasons of archive data (modeled snowpack at mid-elevation).

Average monthly snowfall history
MonthAvg SnowfallSnowfall DaysAvg Base DepthMax Base DepthBiggest Snowfall
November25cm10 days6cm16cm9cm
December36cm14 days22cm36cm9cm
January37cm15 days42cm58cm9cm
February40cm15 days60cm76cm10cm
March58cm18 days68cm86cm11cm
April40cm15 days49cm75cm9cm
May17cm8 days8cm31cm6cm

Source: SnowSure archive · Open-Meteo ERA5 reanalysis at mid-elevation. Depth is modeled, not resort-reported.

Season at a Glance

Next season(2026-27)

Opens Nov 29, 2026

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 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.