Orcières Merlette 1850 vs Saint-Véran
Orcières Merlette 1850 (Hautes-Alpes) and Saint-Véran (Hautes-Alpes) head-to-head: stats, terrain, and 2026-27 pass coverage.
| Stat | Orcières Merlette 1850 | Saint-Véran |
|---|---|---|
| Vertical drop | 2,969 ft (905 m) | 3,497 ft (1,066 m) |
| Summit elevation | 8,960 ft | 9,203 ft |
| Base elevation | 5,991 ft | 5,705 ft |
| Lifts | 26 | 12 |
| Runs | 68 | 44 |
| Beginner terrain | 51% | 67% |
| Intermediate terrain | 38% | 28% |
| Expert terrain | 11% | 5% |
| Night skiing | - | - |
Saint-Véran has the bigger vertical (3,497 ft vs 2,969 ft); Orcières Merlette 1850 has more runs (68 vs 44); Orcières Merlette 1850 skews more expert (11% expert terrain).
Which pass covers them?
| Resort | Pass coverage (2026-27) |
|---|---|
| Orcières Merlette 1850 | Not on a major pass; lift tickets only |
| Saint-Véran | 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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