Col de Plainpalais vs Les Contamines-Montjoie / Hauteluce
Col de Plainpalais (Savoie) and Les Contamines-Montjoie / Hauteluce (Savoie) head-to-head: stats, terrain, and 2026-27 pass coverage.
| Stat | Col de Plainpalais | Les Contamines-Montjoie / Hauteluce |
|---|---|---|
| Vertical drop | 912 ft (278 m) | 4,219 ft (1,286 m) |
| Summit elevation | 4,754 ft | 8,018 ft |
| Base elevation | 3,842 ft | 3,799 ft |
| Lifts | 1 | 27 |
| Runs | 3 | 83 |
| Beginner terrain | 67% | 54% |
| Intermediate terrain | 33% | 31% |
| Expert terrain | 0% | 15% |
| Night skiing | - | - |
Les Contamines-Montjoie / Hauteluce has the bigger vertical (4,219 ft vs 912 ft); Les Contamines-Montjoie / Hauteluce has more runs (83 vs 3); Les Contamines-Montjoie / Hauteluce skews more expert (15% expert terrain).
Which pass covers them?
| Resort | Pass coverage (2026-27) |
|---|---|
| Col de Plainpalais | Not on a major pass; lift tickets only |
| Les Contamines-Montjoie / Hauteluce | Not on a major pass; lift tickets only |
No single pass covers both, so skiing both means separate passes or lift tickets. Check your full resort list in the pass finder →
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