Saint-Lary-Soulan at a glance
- Ideal for
- For skiers who want variety: 3 sectors, over 100 km
- Families: snowtubing, Kid Park and sledging at Pla d'Adet
- Beginners: introductory pass at €42 at Pla d'Adet
- Less suitable if
- If you want to ski in April: closes on 29 March
- Without a car: Lannemezan station, then 1h by coach
Weather, snow and webcams in Saint-Lary-Soulan
MET Norway forecast, updated daily at 1 am and 9 am.
Snow report · Avalanche bulletin
Where to stay in Saint-Lary-Soulan
Recommended hotels for your budget
Comfort
Upscale
What to do in Saint-Lary-Soulan besides skiing
Saint-Lary-Soulan piste map and ski area
Beginners: introductory pass at €42, 7 lifts at Pla d'Adet · 1h on 2 magic carpets, €21.50
OpenSkiMap data · © OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL), unofficial. Official piste map
Saint-Lary-Soulan lift pass prices
| Lift pass | Adult | Child |
|---|---|---|
| Saint-Lary · 1 day | €54.70 | €48.70 |
| Saint-Lary · afternoon | €49.70 | €44 |
| Saint-Lary · 6 days | €285 | €250 |
| End of season · 6 days | €213.80 | €187.50 |
2026-2027 prices · Reduced: 5-17, students, 65-74 · 1-4 years: €3/day · free for over-75s · official ticket office
Ski rental and lessons in Saint-Lary-Soulan
Book your skis before you go
- 3 Skiset shops in Saint-Lary-Soulan, near the lifts
- Equipment, shop and dates chosen online, in a few minutes
Skiset and Snowrental, 3 shops each: village and Pla d'Adet, plus Vignec for Snowrental
Ski lessons and schools
| Lessons (2026-2027 season) | Price |
|---|---|
| Adult group lesson, 5 or 6 mornings | from €199 |
| Children's lesson ages 5-12, 5 or 6 mornings | from €199 |
| Piou-Piou club, 5 or 6 days | from €152 |
| 1-session adult group ticket | from €55 |
Piou-Piou club from age 3 at the Piou-Piou chalet at Pla d'Adet; group lessons for ages 5 to 12 · At Espiaube, the ESF offers children's lessons from age 7 in late morning (the “lie-in” slot).
When to ski in Saint-Lary-Soulan
Best time: January to March
Getting to Saint-Lary-Soulan
On site
37 rue Vincent Mir, 65170 Saint-Lary-Soulan
Where to eat and unwind in Saint-Lary-Soulan
At Pla d'Adet, the Ô Chalet 1700 and Ride Beer · in the village, Le Kinito, Le Cintra and Le Central
Restaurants in the resort
Former barn: foie gras, local lamb, black pork
📍 Route d'AutunCheese specialities, grilled dishes, tapas menu, 4 dining rooms
📍 Village centreFrench classics, seasonal menu, conservatory
📍 Rue Vincent-MirWines, craft beers, regional boards
📍 Rue Vincent-MirHomemade, dishes of the day and cocktails
📍 Rue Vincent-MirMountain restaurants
Spa and relaxation
Family thermal and leisure centre in the middle of the village
Thermal spa: body and face treatments, rituals
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Frequently asked questions
When does Saint-Lary open?
The ski area opens on Friday 4 December 2026 and closes on Monday 29 March 2027, subject to snow conditions. From 13 to 29 March, passes switch to the “end of season” rate.
How much is a lift pass in Saint-Lary?
A day pass costs €54.70 for an adult and €48.70 at the reduced rate (ages 5-17, students, 65-74); a 6-day pass costs €285 and €250. The pass is free for over-75s and costs €3 a day for ages 1 to 4.
How many kilometres of runs does Saint-Lary have?
Over 100 km and 59 runs (7 green, 26 blue, 15 red, 11 black), between 1,600 and 2,515 m, served by 24 lifts.
How do you get from the village to the slopes?
By the cable car, which arrives at Pla d'Adet, or by the gondola, both leaving from the village and included in ski passes. Free shuttles also serve the car parks at Pla d'Adet and Espiaube.
Is Saint-Lary good for beginners?
Yes: Pla d'Adet has a beginner area and a €42 introductory pass gives access to 7 lifts in that sector. ESF lessons start there from age 3 (Piou-Piou club).
How do you get to Saint-Lary without a car?
By train to Lannemezan, then the liO 963 coach to the Ardoune car park in Saint-Lary, in about 1 hour.
Sources and method
Resort profile: altiservice.com, saintlary.com, wikidata.org, fr.wikipedia.org
Lift passes: altiservice.com, forfaits.altiservice.com
Accommodation: data.classement.atout-france.fr, saintlary.com
Ski area: altiservice.com
Equipment rental: skiset.com, snowrental.com, saintlary.com
Getting there: saintlary.com, altiservice.com, tourisme-occitanie.com
Restaurants and activities: altiservice.com, saintlary.com
Webcams and reports: altiservice.com
Comparison: n-py.com
Runs and lifts: OpenSkiMap · © OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL). Terrain: Mapzen Terrain Tiles (AWS Open Data). Forecasts: MET Norway (CC BY 4.0). Snow on the ground: Météo-France, automatic stations (Open Licence 2.0). Schools, restaurants, spas and practical information: venue websites and tourist office.
Photos: Romain ganteille, CC BY-SA 4.0, Wikimedia Commons · Guillaume336, Public domain, Wikimedia Commons · Le grand Cricri, CC BY-SA 3.0, Wikimedia Commons · Gilles Guillamot, CC BY-SA 3.0, Wikimedia Commons · LySioS, CC BY-SA 4.0, Wikimedia Commons.
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