Les Portes du Mont-Blanc vs Passy Plaine-Joux
Les Portes du Mont-Blanc (Haute-Savoie) and Passy Plaine-Joux (Haute-Savoie) head-to-head: stats, terrain, and 2026-27 pass coverage.
| Stat | Les Portes du Mont-Blanc | Passy Plaine-Joux |
|---|---|---|
| Vertical drop | 2,979 ft (908 m) | 1,289 ft (393 m) |
| Summit elevation | 6,316 ft | 5,650 ft |
| Base elevation | 3,337 ft | 4,360 ft |
| Lifts | 30 | 7 |
| Runs | 171 | 17 |
| Beginner terrain | 49% | 75% |
| Intermediate terrain | 41% | 25% |
| Expert terrain | 10% | 0% |
| Night skiing | - | - |
Les Portes du Mont-Blanc has the bigger vertical (2,979 ft vs 1,289 ft); Les Portes du Mont-Blanc has more runs (171 vs 17); Les Portes du Mont-Blanc skews more expert (10% expert terrain).
Which pass covers them?
| Resort | Pass coverage (2026-27) |
|---|---|
| Les Portes du Mont-Blanc | Not on a major pass; lift tickets only |
| Passy Plaine-Joux | 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 →
Stay near Les Portes du Mont-Blanc
Lodging near the base fills up first during peak weeks. Search stays near Les Portes du Mont-Blanc
Related comparisons
Les Portes du Mont-Blanc vs Saint-Jean-d'AulpsPassy Plaine-Joux vs Saint-Jean-d'AulpsLes Portes du Mont-Blanc vs PlanprazGrands Montets vs Les Portes du Mont-BlancLes Portes du Mont-Blanc vs Praz de Lys-SommandLa Chapelle d'Abondance vs Les Portes du Mont-BlancAbondance Ski Valley vs Les Portes du Mont-BlancLes Portes du Mont-Blanc vs Semnoz station
More detail: Les Portes du Mont-Blanc stats · Passy Plaine-Joux stats