Risoul Ski Resort Guide
Risoul, France
Rated: 4/5 (from 6 ratings)
| Recommended For | Expert Skiers, Intermediates, Beginners, Snowboarders, Snowfall and Apres-Ski! |
|---|---|
| Total Piste Length | 180km |
| Highest Lift | 2,750m |
| Resort Height | 1,850m |
| Nearest Airports | Turin Cuneo and Turin Caselle |
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Risoul
The ski area of Risoul is in the French Alps at an altitude of 1,850m, with 180km of marked runs.
Summary
Risoul is part of the La Forêt Blanche ski area with access to 180km of downhill skiing, with 108 marked pistes, served by a total of 59 ski lifts. In addition to the skiing in Risoul itself (180km of pisted ski runs), the appropriate ski Lift Pass will allow you to ski or snowboard in the other La Forêt Blanche ski resort of Vars. Risoul is directly linked by Ski Lift to the ski areas of Vars.
The ski resort itself is at 1,850m, so skiing or boarding back to the resort is usually possible. With ski lifts as high as 2,750m, skiing and snowboarding is assured throughout the season.
Skiing
There are a variety of pistes to suit all levels of skier ability, from Beginner to Expert.
Snowboarding
Risoul is highly rated by Snowboarders and there are a variety of Snow and Terrain Parks in Risoul.
Notable Ski Runs
The longest possible descent in Risoul is 2km long and the most difficult run is the 'Les Vautours'.
Snow and Weather
When will it snow in Risoul?
The next notable snow forecast is 6cm, expected on 19 December, with around 20cm forecast over the next 7 days.
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Snow this week
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| Snow to base | Snow to base | Snow to base |
Ski Area Stats
Risoul Ski Area
| Black Pistes Expert Trails | 3 | 2km |
|---|---|---|
| Red Pistes Intermediate Runs | 14 | 25km |
| Blue Pistes Easy Trails | 18 | 38km |
| Green Pistes Beginner Runs | 10 | 15km |
| Downhill Total Length | 180km | |
| Cross Country Total Length | 30km | |
| Ski Lifts Number of Lifts | 26 | |
La Forêt Blanche Ski Area
| Black Pistes Expert Trails | 10 | |
|---|---|---|
| Red Pistes Intermediate Runs | 37 | |
| Blue Pistes Easy Trails | 42 | |
| Green Pistes Beginner Runs | 19 | |
| Downhill Total Length | 180km | |
| Ski Lifts Number of Lifts | 59 | |
Altitudes & Slopes
Risoul Ski Area Heights
| Highest Lift | 2,750m |
|---|---|
| Resort Altitude (Risoul) | 1,850m |
| Lowest Piste | 1,650m |
| Max Vertical | 1,100m |
Ski Slope Aspects
N, E, W
Risoul has ski slopes facing north (good for keeping the snow), as well as east and west.
Ratings & Suitability
| Expert Skiers | |
|---|---|
| Intermediate Skiers | |
| Beginners | |
| Snowboarding | |
| Snow | |
| Apres-Ski |
Ski Lessons in Risoul
To choose a Ski School, and book Group Ski Lessons or a Private Instructor, see Risoul Ski Schools and Risoul Ski Instructors.
Location and Map
Where is Risoul?
This ski resort is in the French Alps in Briançon, Hautes-Alpes.
Map
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How to get there
By Air
The nearest airport to Risoul is Turin Cuneo, 134 minutes drive away.
Turin Caselle, Chambery, Marseille Provence, Grenoble and Avignon airports are all within three hours drive.
Infrastructure
Ski Lift Capacity
The 26 ski lifts are able to uplift 22,000 skiers and snowboarders every hour.
Snow Making
Snow-making is available, on 35km of ski runs, with 25 snow cannons.
Season Dates
When is Risoul open?
Opened (since 14 December 2024).
Closes : 6 April 2025.
Usual opening is mid December, and usual closing is Late April.
NOTE:- Ski area, lift and piste opening is subject to Current Snow Conditions.
