Le Mont-Dore Ski Resort Guide
Le Mont-Dore, France
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| Recommended For | Intermediates, Beginners, Snowfall and Apres-Ski! |
|---|---|
| Total Piste Length | 42km 26 miles |
| Highest Lift | 1,780m 5,840ft |
| Resort Height | 1,890m 6,201ft |
| Nearest Airports | Clermont-Ferrand and Brive |
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Le Mont-Dore
Le Mont-Dore offers a diverse skiing experience for all levels. Nestled in the Massif Central, it combines natural beauty with well-groomed slopes.
Summary
Le Mont-Dore is a charming ski resort in the Auvergne region, boasting over 41 kilometers of skiable terrain. With a mix of gentle slopes and challenging runs, it caters to both beginners and seasoned skiers alike.
The ski area of Le Mont-Dore is at an altitude of 1,890m 6,201ft , with 42km 26 miles of marked runs.
Le Mont-Dore has direct access to 42km 26 miles of downhill skiing, with 32 marked pistes, served by a total of 20 ski lifts.
The ski resort itself is at 1,890m 6,201ft , so skiing or boarding back to the resort is usually possible.
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Snow and Weather
Le Mont-Dore typically enjoys reliable snow conditions, with an average snow depth of around 120 cm during peak season. For the latest snow information, be sure to check J2Ski.
When will it snow in Le Mont-Dore?
The next notable snow forecast is 9cm 3in , expected on 12 February, with around 48cm 19in forecast over the next 7 days.
See our long-range Snow Forecast for the latest update.
Snow this week
| Th | Fr | Sa | Su | Mo | Tu | We |
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| Snow to base | Snow to base | Snow to base | Snow to base | Snow to base | Snow to base | Snow to 1,338m 4,390ft |
Ski Area Stats
Le Mont-Dore Ski Area
| Black Pistes Expert Trails | 2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Red Pistes Intermediate Runs | 7 | |
| Blue Pistes Easy Trails | 9 | |
| Green Pistes Beginner Runs | 15 | |
| Downhill Total Length | 42km 26 miles | |
| Cross Country Total Length | 39km 24 miles | |
| Ski Lifts Number of Lifts | 20 | |
Le Mont-Dore Altitudes
| Resort Altitude (Le Mont-Dore) | 1,890m 6,201ft |
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| Highest Lift | 1,780m 5,840ft |
| Lowest Piste | 1,230m 4,035ft |
| Max Vertical | 660m 2,165ft |
Ratings & Suitability
| Intermediate Skiers | |
|---|---|
| Beginners | |
| Snowboarding | |
| Snow | |
| Apres-Ski |
Skiing
The ski area of Le Mont-Dore features the iconic Puy de Sancy, the highest peak in the Massif Central at 1,885 meters. Key lifts include the Téléphérique du Sancy and the Télésiège du Mont-Dore, serving popular pistes like La Basse and La Crête.
Le Mont-Dore offers good sking, particularly, for Intermediate and Beginner skiers.
Ski Lessons in Le Mont-Dore
To choose a Ski School, and book Group Ski Lessons or a Private Instructor, see Le Mont-Dore Ski Schools and Le Mont-Dore Ski Instructors.
Snowboarding
Snowboarders can enjoy the terrain park at Le Mont-Dore, designed for various skill levels. The park features jumps, rails, and fun boxes, catering to freestyle enthusiasts.
Location and Map
Where is Le Mont-Dore?
This ski resort is in Issoire, Puy-de-Dôme, France.
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How to get there
By Air
The nearest airport to Le Mont-Dore is Clermont-Ferrand, 57 minutes drive away.
Brive, Saint-Étienne, Limoges, Bergerac, Lyon Bron and Lyon St-Exupéry airports are all within three hours drive.
Clermont-Ferrand is just one hours drive away, in good driving conditions, so you can be on the piste quickly.
Traveling to Le Mont-Dore is convenient, with Clermont-Ferrand Auvergne Airport being the nearest major airport, about 40 kilometers away. The resort is easily accessible via the D35 road.
Infrastructure
Ski Lift Capacity
The 20 ski lifts are able to uplift 12,645 skiers and snowboarders every hour.
Snow Making
Snow-making is available, with 53 snow cannons.
Season Dates
When is Le Mont-Dore 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.
Talking about Le Mont-Dore
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Aprés Ski
Apres-ski at Le Mont-Dore is vibrant, with cozy bars like Le Farinet and restaurants offering local cuisine. For nightlife, check out La Grange, a popular spot for music and socializing.
