The station of Alti Aigoual
Alti Aigoual is a small resort of medium altitudebut it is equipped with 14 tracks downhill skiing and 7 slopes cross-country ski trails, enough to have fun during several days of affiliation. Slopes steepof the folds suitable for learning to ski as well as passages more technical passageswith experienced people will undoubtedly favour the red tracks. These tracks allow them to link the turns supported and the curves carefully carved.
In addition, the station also has green slopes specially designed for theinitiation and blue runs for those who have not had their first ski experience. As for the infrastructure, the resort has 12 ski lifts.
In the Cevènnes National Park
This station is located just at the heart of the Aigoual massif, in the Cevènnes, between the departments of Gard and Lozere. It is located at 1 h 30 from Nîmes and Montpellier and it can welcome visitors during the whole year, because the proposals ofactivities There are many activities, summer and winter.
In addition, a visit to the Cevennes National Park is ideal during your stay in the ski resort of Alti Aigoual. The station is located inside the park which has an area of 937 km2.
In addition, you must visit theobservatory which houses the last weather station of mountain in service and the museum of meteorology. All this, near the authentic villageof the Aigoual Valley, full of ancestral traditions and good restaurants.
Many activities proposed
At the level of disciplinesIn addition to alpine skiing, the resort has about thirty kilometers of cross-country ski trails on which you can practice skating and the nordic skiing.
And the main attraction for families with children is especially the Family Park. Thus, you can find many activities to practice with your family, including alpine ski slopes adapted to beginners.
At the bottom of the runway, there is the parking lot, the ticket office and the reception. However, you can also eat your meal on the tables picnic tables.
Finally and in summer, the resort is a gateway to departure very interesting for the hikesThanks to its numerous marked paths, in the heart of a natural environment virgin of any construction, where only the pastoralism and nature in its raw state finds its place.
The ski area of Alti-AIgoual
| ⛷️ Ski resort ⛷️ | Alti Aigoual |
| Commune | Val-d’Aigoual |
| Massif | Central Massif |
| Department | Gard |
| Mountain | Central Massif |
| ? Ski area ? | |
| Size of the village ski area (in klm): | 9 |
| Size of the village ski area with connection(s) (in klm) : | 9 |
| Longest downhill ski run (in km) | 1 |
| Name of the ski area | Alti Aigoual |
| Connected station(s) | No |
| ❄ Altitude of ski area ❄ | |
| Altitude at the bottom of the ski area (in m) | 1 250 |
| Altitude at the top of the ski area (in m) | 1 567 |
| Average altitude of the ski area (in m) | 1 409 |
| Total height of the domain (in m) | 317 |
| Surface area of artificial snow (in ha) | 7 |
| ? Difficulty of ski trails ? | |
| Number of green runs | 4 |
| Number of blue trails | 6 |
| Number of red trails | 4 |
| Number of black runs | 0 |
| Total number of downhill ski trails | 14 |
| ? Ski lifts ? | |
| Ski lifts | 9 |
| Children’s treadmill | 0 |
| Fixed grip chairlifts | 0 |
| Detachable Chairlifts | 0 |
| Funiculars | 0 |
| Gondolas | 0 |
| Cable cars | 0 |
| Total number of lifts | 9 |
| ? Nordic ski area ? | |
| Number of cross-country ski trails (or Nordic area) | 7 |
| Size of the Nordic ski area (in klm): | 60 |
| ?️ Services in the station ?️ | |
| Presence of a snowpark: | No |
| Presence of an aquatic complex and spa | No |
| Trails accessible on foot from the village : | Yes |
| Number of year-round inhabitants (including low-lying village) | 1431 |
| Slogan of the station | Alti Aigoual Station |
| ? Access to the station ? | |
| Nearest train station: | Ste Cecile d’Andorges |
| Bus shuttle to a train station: | No |
| Distance from Paris (in kilometers) | 659 |
| ? Price survey in the station ? | |
| Price list of the ski pass (1 day) in high season (access to the entire ski area) | 20 € |
| Price of the weekly pass (6 days) in high season (access to the whole ski area) | 120 € |
| Ski equipment rental rate per week (adult) | 90 € |
| Ski equipment rental rate per week (child) | 40 € |
| Rental studio 2 persons (school vacations) | 420 € |
| Family apartment rental 4 persons (school vacations) | 600 € |
| Total cost of stay for 2 adults (excluding transportation and food) | 840 € |
| Total cost of stay for 2 adults and 2 children (excluding transportation and food) | 1 232 € |
| ? Average real estate rate ? | |
| Average price per m2 of an apartment | 2 100 € |
| Average price per m2 of a chalet | 2 400 € |
| Average price of a 60m2 apartment | 126 000 € |
| Average price of a 100m2 chalet | 240 000 € |
| ? Station evaluation on 7 criteria ? | |
| Score on the average snowmaking capacity of the massif / 10 | 7 |
| Note on the ratio between the size of the ski area vs. the stay rate / 10 | 6 |
| Evaluation note of the ski area and ski lifts / 10 | 5 |
| Note on the diversity of activities offered (except skiing) / 10 | 5 |
| Note on the charm and interest of the Village / 10 | 7 |
| Note on the average cost of a stay / 10 | 8 |
| Score on the average evaluation of Internet users /10 | 7 |
| ? Final station average via 7 criteria ? | |
| Final average score according to Skidata.io / 10 | 6,4 |
| ? Ranking according to Skidata.io ? | 177th position out of 232 stations in France |
Alti Aigoual ski slopes map
Alti Aigoual in Questions / Answers
- What are the activities in winter in Alti-Aigoual?
The resort of Alti-Aigoual is a very rich in activities, especially in winter it offers activities such as:
Hiking This activity is perfect to discover at your own pace the nature that the Alti-Aigoual area has to offer. You can enjoy 60 kilometers of hiking through the Cevennes forest.
On board the Dameuse This activity offers an immersion in the profession of groomer. You will be accompanied by a professional groomer to discover the backstage of the ski resort.
Sledding The Alti-Aigoual resort also offers perfect sledding runs for young and old. They are perfect for family fun.
Alpine skiing Alpine skiing: you can enjoy the sensations of skiing in the heart of the Aigoual massif. With its 14 tracks of Alpine skiing and its Family Park, this station is perfect for all fans of sports like skiing.
- What are the activities in summer at the Alti-Aigoual resort?
The Alti-Aigoual resort also offers many summer activities such as :
Mountain biking The Alti-Aigoual resort offers many secure mountain bike circuits. They allow you to enjoy the pleasures of mountain biking in complete safety. Whether you are a mountain biker or electric biker, you will find your happiness in the 200 kilometers of trails developed for the occasion.
Hiking Aigoual : it also offers guided hikes so that you can enjoy the nature of Aigoual. This activity will allow you to relax and unwind.
Water activity It also offers water activities such as canoeing, canyoning. These activities will allow you to have fun with your family or friends.
Yoga Yoga: this perfect for yoga enthusiasts will allow you to do yoga at the top of Mount Aigoual. These courses are given by a qualified professional in the field. Whether you are a beginner or a professional, you can attend his classes and enjoy the well-being brought by yoga.
- What to visit in and around Alti-Aigoual?
Among these places that you must visit in Alti-Aigoual, we can mention : The Abysses of BramabiauThe Cave of Aven ArmandThe Silk MuseumThe Dargilan cave.
- Where to eat in Alti-Aigoual ?
The resort of Alti-Aigoual offers more than 30 restaurants among which we can mention : Lou Regalou, Cevennes InnThe Lusette.
- Where to sleep in Alti-Aigoual ?
Alti Aigoual offers a number of different accommodations such as the Hotel Family Spa, Chateau D’Ayres Hotel & Spa, The Garden Of Valleraugue.
- What is the size of the Alti-Aigoual ski area?
The ski area of the resort of Alti-Aigoual has a size of 9 kilometers, divided into 14 slopes. Of these, the longest is 1.2 kilometers. This area also has 60 kilometers of cross-country ski trails.
- What is the altitude of the Alti-Aigoual trails?
This area has an altitude between 1250 meters and 1567 meters high.
- What is the price of the Alti-Aigoual package?
Their packages start from 9 euros per day, 60 euros per week.
- What is the average price of a rental in Alti-Aigoual?
For a furnished studio for 2 people, the average price is 420 euros, and for an apartment for 4 people, the average price per week is 600 euros.
- How to get to Alti-Aigoual by train ?
You can easily get there by being at the station of Sainte Cecile d’Andorge. Then you just have to take a cab to get to the station of Alti-Aigoual.
- What is the zip code of Alti-Aigoual ?
The zip code of Alti-Aigoual is 30570.
- In which department is the Alti-Aigoual station located ?
The Alti-Aigoual station is located in the department of Gard .
- Are there any webcam on Alti-Aigoual ?
Yes, there is a webcam, which you can find at this web address https://www.stationaltiaigoual.com/webcams
- Where can I find information about the weather in Alti-Aigoual?
You can find the latest weather report from the Alti-Aigoual station at https://meteofrance.com/previsions-meteo-france/valleraugue/30570.
- What is the opening date of the lifts at Alti-Aigoual?
In Alti-Aigoual, the ski lifts usually open the first week of December, until the beginning of April, but it all depends on the snow conditions of the massif.
- Is there an ESF school in Alti-Aigoual?
Yes, it is at Lotissement les Bousquets L Esperou 30570 Valleraugue.
What is skidata.io’s opinion about Alti-Aigoual ?
In the end, skidata.io gives the average rating of 6.42/10 to the resort of Alti-Aigoual, which places it among the 172e French ranks. Its strengths are : the cost of a stay, Charm of the resort, average snowfall.
Other sources:
https://www.midilibre.fr/2019/12/20/gard-week-end-douverture-pour-la-station-de-ski-alti-aigoual,8617512.php
https://www.sudcevennes.com/Bouger/Sports-d-Hiver/Station-Alti-Aigoual
https://cdn.website-editor.net/2b9c93e5909e4ff89dcf7bae8df7f612/files/uploaded/brochure_alti_aigoual_2021.pdf
https://www.lozere-tourisme.com/station-alti-aigoual/
https://www.stationaltiaigoual.com/
https://www.sudcevennes.com/Bouger/Sports-d-Hiver/Station-Alti-Aigoual
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