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Sainte-Foy-Tarentaise ski resort
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📷 Sainte-Foy-Tarentaise

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Sainte-Foy-Tarentaise

Projected to open December 14, 2026

Best months to book: March, January, February · last season + 30-yr record

Projected to open Dec 14 — closed April 19

Weather data is still collected for informational purposes.

Last Snowfall

Oct 8

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Updated: Oct 12, 11:02 PM•Weather at base: 1,550m
SnowSure™ Score2025-26 season
Projected to open Dec 14

Sainte-Foy-Tarentaise is projected to open December 14, 2026. Here is when it is usually best to book.

Best months to book: March, January, February. Best weeks: 27 Mar–1 Apr, 19 Mar–25 Mar, 2 Apr–8 Apr.Dec2Jan3Feb1MarAprOpens 14 DecCloses 19 Apr

Best months to book

  1. #1March79cm avg · last season 41.2
  2. #2January90cm avg
  3. #3February69cm avg

Best weeks to book

  1. #1 27 Mar – 1 Apr · last season 43.3
  2. #2 19 Mar – 25 Mar · last season 39
  3. #3 2 Apr – 8 Apr · last season 23.4

Ranked on 25% last season's SnowSure score (2025-26) · 75% 30-year snowfall and base-depth record. The live score returns when the lifts turn.

Current Conditions

Reported Mon, Oct 12, 11:02 PM UTC

Terrain Open

Projected to open Dec 14

Projected to open December 14, 2026

25 runs · 6 lifts — live counts and the SnowSure™ Score return when the lifts turn.

Snow Summary

2,620m

Updated Oct 12, 2026 at 11:02 PM

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About Sainte-Foy-Tarentaise

Sainte-Foy-Tarentaise is a ski resort located in the French Alps, renowned for its preserved natural setting and traditional Savoyard architecture. The resort offers 800 hectares of skiable terrain with a mix of groomed runs and extensive off-piste opportunities, appealing to both families and advanced skiers seeking tranquility and unspoiled landscapes. Key amenities include ski-in/ski-out accommodations, a ski school, and a welcoming village atmosphere, making it distinct for its authentic charm and uncrowded slopes.

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Frequently asked questions about Sainte-Foy-Tarentaise

Where is Sainte-Foy-Tarentaise?
Sainte-Foy-Tarentaise is a ski resort in France.
How high is Sainte-Foy-Tarentaise?
Sainte-Foy-Tarentaise runs from a base elevation of 1,550 m (5,085 ft) to a summit of 2,620 m (8,596 ft), giving a vertical drop of 1,070 m (3,510 ft).
How big is Sainte-Foy-Tarentaise?
Sainte-Foy-Tarentaise has 25 marked runs and 6 lifts.
When is ski season at Sainte-Foy-Tarentaise?
Sainte-Foy-Tarentaise 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 Sainte-Foy-Tarentaise get in a typical season?
Sainte-Foy-Tarentaise averages 148 inches / 376 cm of snowfall in a typical season. Any individual season can run well above or below that.
How will El Niño affect Sainte-Foy-Tarentaise in winter 2026-27?
El Niño Signal Rank: #124 of 488 SnowSure resorts · Tier B · strong-event signal +7% vs its own 30-yr average. In the three strongest El Niño winters on record ('97-98, '15-16, '23-24), Sainte-Foy-Tarentaise averaged +7% versus its own 30-year snowfall baseline. The pattern has historically leaned mildly in this resort's favor for winter 2026-27. Analog winters: '97-98 -22%, '15-16 -3%, '23-24 +46%. A pattern, not a promise.