Building reserved for the ski patrol; it houses equipment for administering first aid to injured or sick skiers.
lodging
The businesses, buildings and dwellings that make it possible to enjoy a relatively long-term stay at a ski resort.
expert slope
Extremely difficult slope geared to expert skiers and snowboarders; these slopes are usually very steep and include moguls and tight turns.
difficult slope
Steep slope geared to experienced skiers and snowboarders.
intermediate slope
Relatively steep slope geared to intermediate skiers and snowboarders who know the basics of their sport.
easy slope
Wide gentle and well-cleared slope for skiing and snowboarding beginners.
summit
Highest point on the mountain; it marks the starting point of most alpine ski trails.
chair lift
Mechanical lift that is suspended from a single cable; it is made up of a series of seats for two to eight skiers or snowboarders who wear their equipment while going up and down.
gondola
Mechanical lift made up of a series of closed cabins that are suspended from a single cable; skis and snowboards are hung outside the cabin.
ski lift arrival area
alpine ski trail
Slope groomed for alpine skiing or snowboarding; a sign indicates the level of difficulty by means of a pictogram.
ski area
Network of trails that makes up a ski resort; they can be built on one or more slopes, on one mountain or on adjacent mountains.
main lodge
Building that brings together various services such as restaurants, bars, boutiques and day care.
