Col de Plainpalais vs Les Karellis
Col de Plainpalais (Savoie) and Les Karellis (Savoie) head-to-head: stats, terrain, and 2026-27 pass coverage.
| Stat | Col de Plainpalais | Les Karellis |
|---|---|---|
| Vertical drop | 912 ft (278 m) | 3,064 ft (934 m) |
| Summit elevation | 4,754 ft | 8,150 ft |
| Base elevation | 3,842 ft | 5,085 ft |
| Lifts | 1 | 14 |
| Runs | 3 | 53 |
| Beginner terrain | 67% | 51% |
| Intermediate terrain | 33% | 38% |
| Expert terrain | 0% | 11% |
| Night skiing | - | - |
Les Karellis has the bigger vertical (3,064 ft vs 912 ft); Les Karellis has more runs (53 vs 3); Les Karellis skews more expert (11% expert terrain).
Which pass covers them?
| Resort | Pass coverage (2026-27) |
|---|---|
| Col de Plainpalais | Not on a major pass; lift tickets only |
| Les Karellis | 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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