Montgenèvre vs Orcières Merlette 1850
Montgenèvre (Hautes-Alpes) and Orcières Merlette 1850 (Hautes-Alpes) head-to-head: stats, terrain, and 2026-27 pass coverage.
| Stat | Montgenèvre | Orcières Merlette 1850 |
|---|---|---|
| Vertical drop | 2,579 ft (786 m) | 2,969 ft (905 m) |
| Summit elevation | 8,468 ft | 8,960 ft |
| Base elevation | 5,889 ft | 5,991 ft |
| Lifts | 25 | 26 |
| Runs | 118 | 68 |
| Beginner terrain | 63% | 51% |
| Intermediate terrain | 26% | 38% |
| Expert terrain | 11% | 11% |
| Night skiing | - | - |
Orcières Merlette 1850 has the bigger vertical (2,969 ft vs 2,579 ft); Montgenèvre has more runs (118 vs 68).
Which pass covers them?
| Resort | Pass coverage (2026-27) |
|---|---|
| Montgenèvre | Not on a major pass; lift tickets only |
| Orcières Merlette 1850 | Not on a major pass; lift tickets only |
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