Col de Plainpalais vs Sainte-Foy-Tarentaise (ski resort)
Col de Plainpalais (Savoie) and Sainte-Foy-Tarentaise (ski resort) (Savoie) head-to-head: stats, terrain, and 2026-27 pass coverage.
| Stat | Col de Plainpalais | Sainte-Foy-Tarentaise (ski resort) |
|---|---|---|
| Vertical drop | 912 ft (278 m) | 3,645 ft (1,111 m) |
| Summit elevation | 4,754 ft | 8,596 ft |
| Base elevation | 3,842 ft | 4,951 ft |
| Lifts | 1 | 6 |
| Runs | 3 | 33 |
| Beginner terrain | 67% | 42% |
| Intermediate terrain | 33% | 45% |
| Expert terrain | 0% | 13% |
| Night skiing | - | - |
Sainte-Foy-Tarentaise (ski resort) has the bigger vertical (3,645 ft vs 912 ft); Sainte-Foy-Tarentaise (ski resort) has more runs (33 vs 3); Sainte-Foy-Tarentaise (ski resort) skews more expert (13% expert terrain).
Which pass covers them?
| Resort | Pass coverage (2026-27) |
|---|---|
| Col de Plainpalais | Not on a major pass; lift tickets only |
| Sainte-Foy-Tarentaise (ski resort) | Not on a major pass; lift tickets only |
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