La Grave vs Orcières Merlette 1850
La Grave (Hautes-Alpes) and Orcières Merlette 1850 (Hautes-Alpes) head-to-head: stats, terrain, and 2026-27 pass coverage.
| Stat | La Grave | Orcières Merlette 1850 |
|---|---|---|
| Vertical drop | 1,138 ft (347 m) | 2,969 ft (905 m) |
| Summit elevation | 11,624 ft | 8,960 ft |
| Base elevation | 10,486 ft | 5,991 ft |
| Lifts | 3 | 26 |
| Runs | 3 | 68 |
| Beginner terrain | 100% | 51% |
| Intermediate terrain | 0% | 38% |
| Expert terrain | 0% | 11% |
| Night skiing | - | - |
Orcières Merlette 1850 has the bigger vertical (2,969 ft vs 1,138 ft); Orcières Merlette 1850 has more runs (68 vs 3); Orcières Merlette 1850 skews more expert (11% expert terrain).
Which pass covers them?
| Resort | Pass coverage (2026-27) |
|---|---|
| La Grave | Not on a major pass; lift tickets only |
| Orcières Merlette 1850 | 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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