Tucked into the southern French Alps in the Alpes-de-Haute-Provence, Pra Loup is a sun-drenched ski resort with a warm microclimate and an unpretentious charm that sets it apart from its more famous northern neighbours. The resort sits between 1,500m and 2,500m, with the main village perched at around 1,600m. It has the feel of a purpose-built resort that's softened with age - compact, convenient, and with a friendly atmosphere that makes it easy to settle in.

With 20 lifts accessing 90km of pistes across 49 marked runs, Pra Loup is linked with neighbouring La Foux d'Allos to form the Espace Lumière ski area, which extends the terrain further. The vertical drop of 1,000m provides satisfying descents, and the terrain skews towards intermediate and advanced skiing - over 75% of the runs are graded red or above. The season runs from mid-December to early April, and the resort's southern position means sunshine is abundant - over 300 days a year.

Pra Loup has an authentic local character. The surrounding Ubaye Valley has a proud identity, excellent food, and a pace of life that feels distinctly Mediterranean-Alpine. It's the kind of resort where you might find yourself lingering over a long lunch on a terrace, watching the sun play across the peaks, and thinking there's nowhere else you'd rather be. Check out Pra Loup ski deals to start planning your trip.