Col de Plainpalais vs Valmorel
Col de Plainpalais (Savoie) and Valmorel (Savoie) head-to-head: stats, terrain, and 2026-27 pass coverage.
| Stat | Col de Plainpalais | Valmorel |
|---|---|---|
| Vertical drop | 912 ft (278 m) | 3,871 ft (1,180 m) |
| Summit elevation | 4,754 ft | 7,871 ft |
| Base elevation | 3,842 ft | 3,999 ft |
| Lifts | 1 | 33 |
| Runs | 3 | 144 |
| Beginner terrain | 67% | 86% |
| Intermediate terrain | 33% | 9% |
| Expert terrain | 0% | 5% |
| Night skiing | - | - |
Valmorel has the bigger vertical (3,871 ft vs 912 ft); Valmorel has more runs (144 vs 3); Valmorel skews more expert (5% expert terrain).
Which pass covers them?
| Resort | Pass coverage (2026-27) |
|---|---|
| Col de Plainpalais | Not on a major pass; lift tickets only |
| Valmorel | Not on a major pass; lift tickets only |
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