Pra Loup Ski Resort Guide
Pra Loup, France
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| Recommended For | Intermediates, Snowboarders, Snowfall and Apres-Ski! |
|---|---|
| Total Piste Length | 165km 103 miles |
| Highest Lift | 2,600m 8,530ft |
| Resort Height | 1,500m 4,921ft |
| Nearest Airports | Turin Cuneo and Nice |
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Pra Loup
Pra Loup is a popular ski resort in the Southern Alps of France. It offers a diverse range of slopes for all skill levels.
Summary
With over 180 kilometers of ski runs, Pra Loup provides an extensive playground for winter sports enthusiasts. The resort is known for its family-friendly atmosphere and stunning alpine scenery.
The ski area of Pra Loup is in the French Alps at an altitude of 1,500m 4,921ft , with 165km 103 miles of marked runs.
Pra Loup is part of the Espace Lumière ski area with access to 136 marked pistes, served by a total of 120 ski lifts. In addition to the skiing in Pra Loup itself ( 165km 103 miles of pisted ski runs), the appropriate ski Lift Pass will allow you to ski or snowboard in the other Espace Lumière ski resorts of La Foux d'Allos, Seignus (Val d'Allos 1500) and Val d'Allos.
With ski lifts as high as 2,600m 8,530ft , skiing and snowboarding is assured throughout the season.
Notable Ski Runs
The most difficult run is the 'La Noire', which is 3km 2 miles in length.
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Snow and Weather
Pra Loup typically enjoys reliable snow conditions, with an average snow depth of around 150 cm during peak season. Snowfall usually occurs from December to April, but it's advisable to check the latest snow information on J2Ski for current conditions.
When will it snow in Pra Loup?
The next notable snow forecast is 2cm 1in , expected on 16 December, with around 18cm 7in forecast over the next 7 days.
See our long-range Snow Forecast for the latest update.
Snow this week
| Su | Mo | Tu | We | Th | Fr | Sa |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Snow to resort | Snow to 2,059m 6,755ft | Snow to 1,839m 6,033ft |
Ski Area Stats
Pra Loup Ski Area
| Black Pistes Expert Trails | 5 | 13km 8 miles |
|---|---|---|
| Red Pistes Intermediate Runs | 34 | 89km 55 miles |
| Blue Pistes Easy Trails | 26 | 58km 36 miles |
| Green Pistes Beginner Runs | 15 | 20km 12 miles |
| Downhill Total Length | 165km 103 miles | |
| Cross Country Total Length | 6km 4 miles | |
| Ski Lifts Number of Lifts | 53 | |
Espace Lumière Ski Area
| Black Pistes Expert Trails | 12 | |
|---|---|---|
| Red Pistes Intermediate Runs | 57 | |
| Blue Pistes Easy Trails | 45 | |
| Green Pistes Beginner Runs | 22 | |
| Ski Lifts Number of Lifts | 120 | |
Pra Loup Altitudes
| Highest Lift | 2,600m 8,530ft |
|---|---|
| Lowest Piste | 1,500m 4,921ft |
| Resort Altitude (Pra Loup) | 1,500m 4,921ft |
| Max Vertical | 1,100m 3,609ft |
Ratings & Suitability
| Intermediate Skiers | |
|---|---|
| Beginners | |
| Snowboarding | |
| Snow | |
| Apres-Ski |
Skiing
Pra Loup features two main ski areas: Pra Loup 1500 and Pra Loup 1600, with elevations reaching up to 2,500 meters. Notable pistes include the red run 'La Casse' and the black run 'L'Aiguille', serviced by modern lifts like the 'Télémix' and 'Télésiège de la Clappe'.
Pra Loup offers good sking, particularly, for Intermediate and Beginner skiers.
Ski Lessons in Pra Loup
To choose a Ski School, and book Group Ski Lessons or a Private Instructor, see Pra Loup Ski Schools and Pra Loup Ski Instructors.
Snowboarding
Snowboarders can enjoy the terrain park at Pra Loup, which offers a variety of features for all skill levels. The park is well-maintained and provides a fun environment for freestyle enthusiasts.
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Location and Map
Where is Pra Loup?
This ski resort is in the French Alps.
Map
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How to get there
By Air
The nearest airport to Pra Loup is Turin Cuneo, 133 minutes drive away.
Nice, Grenoble and Avignon airports are all within three hours drive.
Pra Loup is accessible via major airports such as Nice Côte d'Azur and Marseille Provence. The resort is approximately a 2-hour drive from these airports, with well-maintained roads leading to the ski area.
Infrastructure
Ski Lift Capacity
The 53 ski lifts are able to uplift 43,800 skiers and snowboarders every hour.
Snow Making
Snow-making is available, on 122km 76 miles of ski runs, with 252 snow cannons.
Season Dates
When is Pra Loup 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.
Aprés Ski
After a day on the slopes, visitors can unwind at popular spots like Le Bar des Neiges and La Taverne. For nightlife, check out the lively atmosphere at Le Bunker nightclub.
