Passy Plaine-Joux vs Praz de Lys-Sommand

Passy Plaine-Joux (Haute-Savoie) and Praz de Lys-Sommand (Haute-Savoie) head-to-head: stats, terrain, and 2026-27 pass coverage.

StatPassy Plaine-JouxPraz de Lys-Sommand
Vertical drop1,289 ft (393 m)2,343 ft (714 m)
Summit elevation5,650 ft6,430 ft
Base elevation4,360 ft4,088 ft
Lifts723
Runs1793
Beginner terrain75%65%
Intermediate terrain25%26%
Expert terrain0%9%
Night skiing--

Praz de Lys-Sommand has the bigger vertical (2,343 ft vs 1,289 ft); Praz de Lys-Sommand has more runs (93 vs 17); Praz de Lys-Sommand skews more expert (9% expert terrain).

Which pass covers them?

ResortPass coverage (2026-27)
Passy Plaine-JouxNot on a major pass; lift tickets only
Praz de Lys-SommandNot on a major pass; lift tickets only

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