‘The Col de Porte? That’s where I learned to ski! Listen to the locals and they’ll tell you that the Col de Porte is the ideal ski resort for a family holiday in the mountains, combining peace, sport and authenticity. A favourite with the inhabitants of the Grenoble Alpes region, this small resort just 30 minutes from Grenoble is perched at an altitude of 1326m in the Chartreuse Regional Nature Park.
© Alain Doucé – Station Col de Porte
The 3 peaks that proudly stand guard over the Col Porte will give you a breathtaking view:
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Chamechaude, to the east, is the highest point in the Chartreuse massif at 2,082 metres.
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The Charmant Som, to the north, is the summit to climb with the whole family in summer and winter (but with snowshoes).
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La Pinéa, to the west, is recognisable by its pointed shape. Its rocky summit offers a breathtaking 360° panorama of the Chartreuse and Grenoble.
The ideal resort for learning winter sports. Alpine skiing, Nordic skiing, ski touring and snowshoeing trails and itineraries will give you your first gliding sensations in an enchanting natural setting.
Outdoor activities in harmony with nature. For the rest of the year, the Col de Porte slopes are green and popular with mountain bikers, trail runners and hikers. All these activities co-exist and co-operate with pastoralism and the development of meaningful businesses, moving towards a more eco-responsible and environmentally-friendly 4-season tourism.
It’s no coincidence that the people of the Grenoble Alpes region hold the Col de Porte high in their hearts. Just 30 minutes from Grenoble city centre and accessible via the N62 bus route of the M reso network, it’s not unusual to come across locals at the Col de Porte, whether on their lunch break, after a day’s work or with their families at the weekend.
See you at the Col de Porte on 22 January for stage 10 of the Grande Odyssée VVF 2025!