Flaine is a purpose-built resort, with instant access to one of the largest linked ski areas in France known as 'Le Grand Massif.’ Le Grand Massif stretches over a network of 122 pistes with enough variety for skiers and snowboarders of all skills and ambition. Flaine is car free and is split into three sections which are all very neat and compact. The three sections are on different levels called, ‘Flaine Foret’, (highest level) ‘Flaine Forum’, (middle level) and ‘Flaine Altair’, (lower level). Each section is easy to get to along a path or via a lift and there are plenty of shops and cafes at each place.
Flaine is all about convenience. It offers access from your doorstep to its superb ski area and stunning scenery. The 'Grand Platieres' cable car goes direct from the heart of the resort of Flaine to the highest point in the area. Before heading downhill, take time to check out the awesome view across to Mont Blanc (Western Europe's highest mountain, 4808m), and beyond!
There are 3 "Jam Parks" throughout Le Grand Massif with several kickers, rails, banked turns and tables. The features are often changing and redeveloped. For up to date details, check out the Grand Massif Resort Website.
One of the best things about Flaine is its exceptional snow cover with virtually guaranteed snow from December to April! If you want to give yourself the best chance of powder next season then we suggest you give Flaine a go.
Beginners - In 2008/09, a brand new ‘Beginners Zone’ was built in Flaine. It is reserved purely for beginners with a large range of sun-blessed green runs, promising the perfect learning environment.
Intermediates - Can navigate the 265kms of groomed pistes linking Flaine to the more traditional villages of Les Carroz, Morillon, Samoens and Sixt Fer à Cheval. There is a great variety of blue and red runs with wide open carving pistes and tree-lined routes along the way.
Experts - Will find many challenges on the steep north-facing mogul runs or the, literally, breath-taking narrow tree-lined gulleys linking into the wider pistes! Flaine also has fantastic off piste skiing amongst the trees and the powder-filled bowls which are easily accessible by lift.
car free and split into three sections and all very neat and compact. The different parts are on different levels, called Flaine Foret (highest) Flaine Forum (in the middle) and Flaine Altair (lower level). Each section is easy to get to, either along a path or via a lift! There are plenty of shops and cafes at each one.
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