Montalbert Grangette
Montalbert Grangette
The Plagne Montalbert lift Grangette is an extending rope lift climbing out of Montalbert village which ascends around one-third of the way up Le Fornelet. It tends to be used by race-training classes more than anyone else due to its slightly steep trajectory – plus the fact it also gives quick access to the Stade de Slalom rather than having to take the Montalbert gondola to the top and ride all the way back down.
The Grangette lift crosses a bridge over the Gentil blue piste mid-way up which, combined with the decreased stability of a rope lift, can put many less experienced riders off. Avoid this lift if it’s icy – the gondola is a much easier option.
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Grangette routes and lift map
From the top of Grangette, the connecting pistes are Montalbert blue (lower), Fornelet red (lower), Montalbert Stade de Slalom.
The local map shows these routes within the Montalbert sector. The full list of lift and piste connections is included below.
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Grangette pros and cons
Village drag lift serving the lower runs and Montalbert Stade de Slalom. The table summarises the advantages and limitations described in the original lift guide.
| Pros | Cons |
|---|---|
| Long drag lift | Tricky drag lift |
| Usually quiet | Seems a little pointless |
| Near restaurants etc | Avoid when it’s icy |
| Access lower runs | Montalbert gondola is a better option with access to more runs |
| Great scenery (look behind you) |
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Grangette connections
Use these connections to plan your route from the top of Grangette.
| Connecting lifts | Connecting pistes |
|---|---|
| None | Montalbert blue (lower) |
| Fornelet red (lower) | |
| Montalbert Stade de Slalom |
Grangette stats
Grangette lift dimensions, capacity and journey time from the original guide. Unavailable figures remain marked n/a.
| Lift statistic | Detail |
|---|---|
| Length: | 0.8km / 0.5 miles |
| Base alt: | 1356 m |
| End alt: | 1616 m |
| Vert ascent: | 260 m |
| Av gradient: | 33% |
| Max gradient: | 50% |
| Capacity: | 1 person |
| People per hr: | 800 |
| Av travel time: | 4min 40s |
| Type: | Poma |
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