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ORCIÈRES MERLETTE | 1850 - 2725 m
The Hautes-Alpes resort of Merlette stands high above the village of Orcières. But do not stop to admire the historical aesthetic appeal of the buildings... leave at once to explore this superb ski terrain! Its orientation guarantees lots of sunshine and you will deeply enjoy skiing through the marked trails, knowing that you will be able to ski all the way back to the resort. For those who love a rush of adrenaline or wide open spaces, the off-piste opportunities and snow park are at your beck and call. And after a day of skiing, why not try the resort's recently built, outstanding sports centre? Orcières Merlette ski resort special negotiated prices
 
puce The pistes' southern orientation guarantees bountiful sunshine.
puce The return runs to the resort are kept open by snow cannons.
puce Numerous off-piste skiing opportunities.
puce The sports stadium and its swimming pool (access included in the skipass).
 
puce 1960's architectural style.
 
Skiable area Facilities for children
After-ski activities Accessibility of the resort
Beginners Intermediate skiers
Experienced skiers Snow coverage
       
Skiable area
Village altitude : 1850 mVillage altitude : 1850 m
Minimum/Maximum altitude : 1850 / 2725 m
Orcières Merlette : 44 slopes (85 km + 50 km Cross-country skiing )
Green ski slope for Learners. These are usually not marked trails, but tend to be large open, gently sloping areas at the base of the ski area.  9 slopes Blue ski slope are Easy. Similar to the North American Green Circle, and are almost always groomed, or on so shallow a slope as not to need it  11 slopes Red ski slopes are Intermediate. Steeper, or narrower than a blue slope, these are usually groomed, unless the narrowness of the trail prohibits it  18 slopes Black ski slopes are Difficult. Steep, may or may not be groomed, or may be groomed for mogul. It is worth noting that 'Black' can be a very wide classification, ranging from a slope marginally more difficult than a 'Red' to an icy mogulfield  6 slopes
Some of our products in Orcières Merlette
Here is a selection of our best offers for this resort. To find out if these products are available please click here for Orcières Merlette ski resort special negotiated prices and we will indicate the products and prices that correspond to your holiday..
Résidence Le Pra Palier
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Résidences Sogestour Centre Station
Standard comfort, beautiful view, friendly
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Village Club du Soleil Orcières-Merlette
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Résidence Les Balcons du Soleil, 3-Star
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Resort slopes                                  Orcières Merlette ski resort special negotiated prices
 
  Orientation : S
  No. of slopes : 44
  Total slope length : 85 km
  Max. vertical drop : 1205 m
  Slope distribution :
Very easy : 9
 		    Easy : 11
 		    Intermediary : 18
 		    Expert : 6
 
Ski lifts in the resort
  No. Of tow lifts : 19
  No. of chair lifts : 7
  No. of cabin lifts : 2
  Uplift capacity : 22500 people
     

Cross-country skiing itineraries

 
  In the resort : 50 km
     

Freestyle                                           Orcières Merlette ski resort special negotiated prices

 
  No. of snowparks : 1
  Snowpark special pass : yes
  No. of half-pipes : 1
  No. of modules : 1
  Daily maintenance : yes
     
Facilities specially for Children
  No. of day-care centres : 1
  Number of snow play centres : 1
     
Sports activities
  Fitness centres : 1
  Indoor pools : 1
  Snow scoots : yes
  Parasailing : yes
  Icefall : yes
  No. of skating rinks : 1
     
Recreation & leisure                        Orcières Merlette ski resort special negotiated prices
  Saunas : 1
  Jacuzzis : 1
  Hammams : 1
  Movie theatres : 2
  Libraries : 1
  Game rooms : 2
  Internet access points : 1
     
Night life
  No. of restaurants : 24
  No. of bars : 5
  No. of nightclubs : 1
     
Stores - Services
 
  No. of self-service places : 4
  No. of post offices : 1
  No. of banks : 2
  No. of laundromats : 1
  No. of service stations : 1
  No. of bakeries : 3
  No. of butchers : 3
  No. of bookstores : 3
  No. of tobacco shops : 1
     
Health Care                                        Orcières Merlette ski resort special negotiated prices
 
  Nearest hospital Gap
  Number of dentists 2
  No. of physiotherapists 1
     
Accommodations
 
  2-Star Hotels : 4
  Unrated Hotels : 1
  Cottages : 1
  Club : 2
  Total capacity : 14450
     
Closest city : Gap
Distance from major cities
  Paris : 680 km Marseille : 220 km Lyons : 220 km
       
Airport
 
  Lyon Saint Exupéry resort at 220 kms 
Transit time : 2 h 35 min
 
  Marseille resort at 212 kms 
resort shuttle service : yes
Transit time : Navettes blanches, le samedi du 17/12/2005 au 15/04/06. Dép 14h/ Ret 11h30. Resa 0891024025
 
Road access                                     Orcières Merlette ski resort special negotiated prices
 
  Highway exit : La Saulce
  Distance from exit : 40 km
  Road info tel.: : 00 33 4 91 78 78 78
  Michelin road map : 77 pli 17
     
Train
  Closest train station : Gap
  Distance : 38 km
Train schedules, maps, prices
  Available shuttle : yes
  Travel time : 1h
     
Access map

 


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