Since February 9, wearing a mask is no longer compulsory on chairlifts, drag lifts and carpets, which are only used by one person at a time. But adults and children over 6 years old must continue to wear it in queues located in closed places and in gondolas, cable cars and funiculars.
End of wearing a mask on chairlifts and ski lifts
[Mise à jour du 11 février 2022]. Since February 9, wearing a mask is no longer compulsory on chairlifts and ski lifts and on mats that are only borrowed by one person at a time. Skiers will also not need to wear the mask if they practice alpine skiing, ski touring or Nordic skiing
In which cases is the mask compulsory for skiing?
On the other hand, it is recommended for people over 6 years old when there are crowds in the open air at the foot of the ski lifts. Wearing a mask is also compulsory in the lift queues located in closed places and in gondolas, cable cars and funiculars.
When should I present a ski vaccination pass?
the vaccination pass is required from the age of 16 to access the ski lifts of ski resorts, as well as to access cinemas, restaurants, etc. 12-15 year olds must present a sanitary pass. Checks are carried out in sales areas, in ski lift departure areas and by ski school instructors at the start of group and individual lessons.
What other activities can you do on skis?
Despite the closure of ski lifts in France last year, the French were able to take advantage ofother snow sports activities (snowshoeing, cross-country skiing, ski touring). Indeed, alpine skiing is not the only winter sport activity. It is entirely possible to make tobogganing, cross-country skiing, paragliding, cross-country skiing, ice skating, snowshoeing or even ice climbing.