Mont Olympia facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Sommet Olympia
Location	Piedmont, Quebec, Canada
Nearest city	Saint-Sauveur
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Vertical	656 ft (200 m)
Top elevation	1,443 ft (440 m)
Base elevation	787 ft (240 m)
Skiable area	80 acres (0.3 km2)
Runs	37
Lift system	6 total 2 quadruple chair 1 triple chair 1 magic carpet 2 double T-bars
Night skiing	19 out of 37 trails

Sommet Olympia is a popular ski resort and ski school located in Piedmont, Quebec, Canada. It's a fantastic place for people of all ages to enjoy winter sports like skiing and snowboarding. The resort is nestled in the beautiful Laurentian Mountains, not far from the big city of Montreal. It's especially known as a great spot for beginners to learn how to ski.

Discovering Sommet Olympia

Sommet Olympia offers a fun and exciting experience for everyone, from first-time skiers to experienced riders. It's part of a group of ski mountains called "Les Sommets," which means "The Summits" in French. This resort is well-loved for its friendly atmosphere and excellent learning programs.

Where is Sommet Olympia Located?

Sommet Olympia is found in the province of Quebec, Canada. It's specifically in a town called Piedmont, which is in the scenic Laurentian Mountains. This area is famous for its snowy winters and beautiful natural landscapes, making it perfect for winter sports. The resort is also quite close to Saint-Sauveur, a lively town known for its shops and restaurants.

Mountain Facts and Figures

Sommet Olympia has a total skiable area of about 80 acres (0.32 km²). This means there's plenty of space to explore and enjoy the snow. The mountain has a top elevation of 1,443 ft (440 m) and a base elevation of 787 ft (240 m). This gives it a vertical drop of 656 ft (200 m), which is the difference in height from the top to the bottom of the ski runs.

Trails for Every Skill Level

The resort boasts 37 different ski trails, offering a variety of challenges for all skill levels. If you're just starting out, you'll find gentle slopes that are perfect for learning. More experienced skiers and snowboarders can enjoy steeper and more exciting runs. According to Ski Express magazine, Sommet Olympia is considered "the best" ski mountain for beginners, making it an ideal place to take your first turns on the snow.

Lifts to the Top

To help you get up the mountain, Sommet Olympia has 6 ski lifts. These include:

• 2 quadruple chair lifts (which can carry four people at once)
• 1 triple chair lift (for three people)
• 1 magic carpet (a moving conveyor belt, great for beginners)
• 2 double T-bars (a type of surface lift where two people hold onto a bar)

These lifts make it easy and quick to get to the top of the trails so you can spend more time skiing or snowboarding down.

Night Skiing Adventures

One of the exciting features at Sommet Olympia is night skiing. You can hit the slopes even after the sun goes down! About 19 out of the 37 trails are lit up at night, allowing for a unique and fun skiing experience under the stars. It's a great way to extend your day on the mountain.