Best Runs in Abriès

Looking at Abriès-Ristolas ski area, I've dug into the real pistes you'll actually find on the mountain - here's what stands out:

• Les Alpets (Green): A mellow run that starts from the Alpets drag lift, ideal for complete beginners getting their legs under them.

• Piste des Marmottes (Green): A wide, confidence-building slope that lets first-timers practise their snowplough without worrying about speed.

• Piste du Belvédère (Blue): A cruisy intermediate run offering stunning panoramic views across the Queyras valley as you carve your way down.

• Piste du Village (Blue): A rolling blue that winds its way back down to Abriès village, perfect for those end-of-day confidence-boosting laps.

• Piste du Roc (Red): A properly steep section that'll test your edge control and gets your thighs burning on the way down.

• Piste Noire de Péas (Black): The resort's headline challenge - a genuinely gnarly black run with steep pitches and technical sections that demand respect.

• Col de Péas descent (Red/Black): The high-altitude run from Col de Péas offers excellent snow quality and a proper sense of mountain exposure for confident skiers.