Col de Plainpalais vs La Rosière
Col de Plainpalais (Savoie) and La Rosière (Savoie) head-to-head: stats, terrain, and 2026-27 pass coverage.
| Stat | Col de Plainpalais | La Rosière |
|---|---|---|
| Vertical drop | 912 ft (278 m) | 5,272 ft (1,607 m) |
| Summit elevation | 4,754 ft | 9,183 ft |
| Base elevation | 3,842 ft | 3,911 ft |
| Lifts | 1 | 29 |
| Runs | 3 | 117 |
| Beginner terrain | 67% | 62% |
| Intermediate terrain | 33% | 28% |
| Expert terrain | 0% | 10% |
| Night skiing | - | - |
La Rosière has the bigger vertical (5,272 ft vs 912 ft); La Rosière has more runs (117 vs 3); La Rosière skews more expert (10% expert terrain).
Which pass covers them?
| Resort | Pass coverage (2026-27) |
|---|---|
| Col de Plainpalais | Not on a major pass; lift tickets only |
| La Rosière | Not on a major pass; lift tickets only |
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