Ski Le Grand-Bornand and you will enjoy a traditional French Alpine experience in Haute-Savoie in the heart of the Massif des Aravis ski region. With over 40 pistes, it's perfect for families and intermediates so read our review.
Where
Ski Le Grand-Bornand and you'll start by finding out that it's one of the most convenient ski resorts around - just 50km from Geneva and 60km from Chambéry. It's perfect for a full holiday or just a weekend break. There are 43 pistes covering an area of around 90kms, though beginners and intermediates will find most to occupy them. You can also ski at La Clusaz, only 6km away.
Essentials |
Suitable For |
Slopes |
RESORT ALTITUDE : |
1300m |
TOTAL PISTE : |
90 km |
LONGEST RUN : |
4 km |
START SEASON : |
December |
END SEASON : |
April |
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OVERALL |
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SKIING |
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BOARDING |
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APRÉS |
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FAMILIES |
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Beginners
10 / 23% |
Intermediates
16 / 37% |
Advanced
14 / 33% |
Experts
3 / 7% |
TOTAL RUNS : |
43 |
SNOW CANNONS : |
150 / 30ha |
SNOW PARKS : |
1 |
CROSS COUNTRY : |
30 km |
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On the slopes
If you choose to ski Le Grand-Bornand, the beginners and intermediates will find most to enjoy thanks to the 30 lifts serving over 40 pistes. Of these runs more than 50% are green and blue which means beginners and intermediates are well looked after here. In fact it's great for families thanks to some great facilites and good ski instructors on hand.
As an Advanced or expert skier or boarder you have not been forgotten - 17 pisters and some great off-piste will keep you busy. Your lift pass also gives access to neighbouring La Clusaz, a 6km drive away, which opens up a much wider range of possibilities.
Ski area :
If you Ski Le Grand Bornand you are also in the ski region of Les Aravis along with the following resorts; La Clusaz, Le Grand-Bornand
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Off the slopes
An ancient farming village, the Le Grand-Bornand ski resort has managed to retain its rustic charm - you can visit the weekly farmers' market where you'll find locally produced cheese for sale. Accommodation is wonderful, with over 500 traditional chalets with their distinctive wooden exteriors and balconies. There are plenty of good restaurants, 35 bars, and two nightclubs, so you'll have plenty to do in the evening. In addition the village boasts a gymnasium, an ice-skating rink, cinema, a library, and a museum.
WE LIKE
- Access - under 65km from either Geneva or Chambery means weekends are possible
- Excellent for families and beginners - with 58km of slopes
- Rustic charm and a traditional mountain village
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WE DON'T LIKE
- Experts are a little limited here - but La Clusaz is only 6km for more slopes
- Not much nightlife or buzzing après-ski here - but that's good for families
- Surprisingly there's no ski-in ski-out - which is a shame
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Tourist Office
Office du Tourismes Le Grand Bornand
Place de l'Eglise
Le Grand Bornand 74450
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Click here for website
Phone: +33 (0) 4 50 02 78 00
Fax: +33 (0) 4 50 02 78 01
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Worldwide cover from £60.48
or Single trip Europe cover from £22.98 - get covered before you arrive!
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