Isola 2000 ski resort stands as the highest ski destination in the Alpes-Maritimes at 2,000 metres elevation, delivering 120 kilometres of diverse terrain spanning altitudes from 1,800 to 2,610 metres above sea level. This purpose-built Southern Alps resort, established in the 1970s just 90 kilometres from Nice and the Mediterranean coast, combines exceptional snow reliability with stunning panoramic views extending from the Mercantour massif to the Mediterranean Sea. The Isola 2000 ski resort offers 45 alpine slopes distributed across three distinct sectors - Pelevos, Saint Sauveur, and Lombarde - providing varied terrain from gentle learning slopes to challenging black diamond runs, all situated within the spectacular natural amphitheatre bordering Italy and adjacent to Mercantour National Park.
Total Runs
45
Total Area
120km
74.6 miles
The Isola 2000 ski resort operates an extensive network of 22 modern lifts including two gondola systems, nine chairlifts, ten surface lifts, and one funicular railway, providing efficient uphill capacity of 20,000 skiers per hour across the expansive terrain. The sophisticated lift infrastructure ensures seamless access to all three skiing sectors while maintaining minimal queuing times throughout the 810-metre vertical drop from base to summit. Strategic lift placement connects the purpose-built resort village directly to the slopes, enabling true ski-in-ski-out convenience, while the comprehensive system serves 47 marked pistes ranging from gentle greens to expert blacks. Advanced snowmaking technology covers 75% of the skiable terrain using over 210 snow cannons and artificial reservoirs, guaranteeing reliable skiing conditions throughout the extended season.
Total Lifts
20
Lift Types
7
Strategically positioned just 90 kilometres north of Nice and 70 minutes from Nice Côte d'Azur Airport, Isola 2000 ski resort offers unparalleled Mediterranean accessibility combined with authentic high-altitude Alpine terrain. The resort occupies a spectacular elevated basin at the Italian border within the Southern French Alps, providing direct access to the pristine wilderness of Mercantour National Park and breathtaking vistas of 3,000-metre peaks including Monte Viso. This exceptional location enables unique ski-and-sea holiday combinations, allowing visitors to experience both world-class Alpine skiing and potential Mediterranean coastal excursions during a single stay. The purpose-built mountain village sits centrally within the ski domain, offering convenient pedestrian access to all resort amenities while maintaining the intimate atmosphere of a high-altitude Alpine destination.
