Auron, a village resort at the gateway to the Mercantour Park

Located 1h30 from Nice, the ski resort of Auron is the largest ski area in the Alpes-Maritimes. At the gateway to the Mercantour, this village resort, nestled at an altitude of 1,600 m, offers all winter sports enthusiasts 135 km of marked runs combining both pleasure and technique. Downhill skiing, snowboarding, freeride, telemark… all forms of snow sports await you in Auron! You’ll discover a veritable haven of peace along the slopes, with 360° panoramas and traditional barns punctuating the descents in the heart of the fir forests.

The resort will open on December 7, 2024, and close the season on the weekend of April 12-13, 2025.

The largest ski area in the Alpes-Maritimes!

At the heart of a ski area divided into 4 sectors, Auron welcomes winter sports enthusiasts of all levels and disciplines: 135 km of pistes including 3 green runs, 17 blue runs, 15 red runs and 8 black runs, snow gardens, family park… something for everyone in this Alpes-Maritimes resort!

The ski area is directly linked to the village of Saint-Étienne-de-Tinée by the Pinatelle gondola.

Auron is one of only two resorts in the Southern Alps, along with Valberg, to have been awarded both the Famille Plus label for its family-friendliness and the Flocon Vert label for its commitment to sustainable tourism.

For a change of scenery, Auron offers you the privilege of discovering its exceptional landscapes during your stay: 360° panoramic views, snow-covered mountain pastures adorned with their traditional barns and verdant fir woods… A natural spectacle not to be missed!

Auron station

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Outdoor off-ski activities: get your adrenalin pumping!

Auron has been awarded the “Qualité Tourisme” and“Famille +” labels, making it an ideal ski resort for families.

Every effort is made to welcome families: 2 snow gardens for learning to ski with Club Piou-Piou, a toboggan run, the Family-Park, free ski lifts, the new day-care center for children aged 6 months to 3 years, and numerous activities and events for children during the vacations.

The village’s skating rink is the perfect place to unwind, relax and have fun. A warm après-ski atmosphere lulled by the resort’s entertainment and evening events.

Don’t miss the dog sled ride in Auron! Discover snow-covered landscapes in an original way.

From the start of the season, young and old alike can enjoy themselves at Auron.

Discover 5 great family activities

A resort with the Famille Plus label

Auron skating rink
Put on your skates and head to the skating rink on the village’s central square, open every day during the winter season. Enjoy the ice-skating with your children.
Admission + skate hire: €5
Admission without skate hire: €3.50
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Discover the Blainon summit on a snow groomer
From age 6, come and discover the work of snow groomers at night. You’ll reach the summit of Blainon by snow groomer, where you can admire the stars illuminating the Mercantour peaks.
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Children’s treasure hunt
Supervised by a state-qualified mountain leader, don your investigator’s hat and learn to read and recognize Auron’s natural environment with the help of a map. The aim? Have fun as a family while learning from the clues on this treasure hunt!
Activity for ages 7 and up.

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Luge tubing
You like luge? You’ll love tubing! Slide down the toboggan run using a large round buoy. From the age of 6, enjoy this fun family activity.
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Snake slide
Join forces with individual sledges to form an ice snake. Once back on the snow groomer, you’ll race down the Nabines piste together.
A fun activity for 12-year-olds and up!

Sled dogs
If you’re passionate about winter adventure, you’ll love sled dogs! Let a pack of huskies lead you through the snowy landscapes of Auron. Accessible to all, this unforgettable experience offers an adventure for all the family, from the age of 8.
New: Discover this activity from the accessible summit of Blainon. On the program: spectacular panoramic views of majestic Mont Mounier!
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Don’t miss Auron!

Aquatic complex
Recently inaugurated in July 2021, Auron now boasts a brand-new aquatic complex featuring a children’s pool and balneotherapy area. An aqua-ludic and balneotherapy area for the enjoyment of young and old alike!

Colombier slope for athletes
The Auron resort has created a ski slope dedicated to training athletes for competition: a diversified offering with the Colombier slope and slalom stadium ski lift.

New day-care center
For children aged 6 months to 6 years, the new “Les Marmottes” day-care center is pleased to welcome your children to more spacious and functional facilities! Awarded the “Famille +” and “Qualité tourisme” labels, the drop-in day-care center guarantees a quality welcome for your little ones!

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DISCOVER ALL OUR SNOWSHOE HIKES

Put on your snowshoes from Auron resort!

Plateau d’Anelle

Level of difficulty: Easy. Duration: 3h30.
Distance: 6 km. Difference in altitude: 330 m.
Starting point: Car park in the village of Saint-Dalmas-le-Selvage.
Starting from the village of Saint-Dalmas-le-Selvage, a pleasant walk for beginner snowshoers. Enjoy a magical moment at the foot of the snow-covered Col d’Anelle. Local houses integrated into the landscape punctuate your itinerary.

Gianto trail

Difficulty level: Easy. Duration: 3 hours.
Distance: 6 km. Difference in altitude: 420 m.
Starting point: Saint-Dalmas-le-Selvage village parking lot.
Discovery walk in the Sestriège woods at Saint-Dalmas-le-Selvage. Follow the footprints of alpine fauna along the forest tracks. This itinerary will take you to the delightful Gianto shelter.

Le Puy d’Auron

Difficulty level: Easy. Duration: 3 hrs.
Distance: 5 km. Difference in altitude: 310 m.
Starting point: Car park in the village of Saint-Dalmas-le-Selvage.
Climb the mountainous summit of Puy D’Auron at 1929 m altitude in the heart of the Mercantour National Park. Here’s a great walk to discover the adret of Puy d’Auron. Admire the incredible panorama of the Auron ski area through the woods.

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