Arc 2000 vs Col de Plainpalais

Arc 2000 (Savoie) and Col de Plainpalais (Savoie) head-to-head: stats, terrain, and 2026-27 pass coverage.

StatArc 2000Col de Plainpalais
Vertical drop6,581 ft (2,006 m)912 ft (278 m)
Summit elevation10,515 ft4,754 ft
Base elevation3,934 ft3,842 ft
Lifts871
Runs5243
Beginner terrain74%67%
Intermediate terrain19%33%
Expert terrain7%0%
Night skiing--

Arc 2000 has the bigger vertical (6,581 ft vs 912 ft); Arc 2000 has more runs (524 vs 3); Arc 2000 skews more expert (7% expert terrain).

Which pass covers them?

ResortPass coverage (2026-27)
Arc 2000Not on a major pass; lift tickets only
Col de PlainpalaisNot on a major pass; lift tickets only

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