Grand Massif Ski Resort Guide
Grand Massif, France
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| Recommended For | Freeriders, Expert Skiers, Intermediates, Beginners and Snowboarders! |
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| Total Piste Length | 265km |
| Highest Lift | 2,500m |
| Lowest Lift | 700m |
| Nearest Airports | Annecy and Geneva |
| Save on Ski Hire | Save up to 50%  |
Grand Massif
Grand Massif offers stunning views and diverse skiing options. With over 265 km of slopes, it caters to all levels of skiers and snowboarders.
Summary
Nestled in the French Alps, Grand Massif boasts a variety of terrains across five interconnected resorts: Flaine, Les Carroz, Morillon, Samoëns, and Sixt. The resort features 143 pistes, ensuring a memorable experience for everyone from beginners to experts.
The ski area of Grand Massif comprises the ski slopes of 5 ski areas, including Flaine, Les Carroz and Samoëns.
The ski area includes 5 Ski Resorts with a combined total of 265km of downhill skiing, with 351 marked pistes, served by a total of 78 ski lifts. The appropriate Lift Pass allows you to ski or snowboard in any of the ski areas of Flaine, Les Carroz, Morillon, Samoëns and Sixt Fer à Cheval.
With ski lifts as high as 2,500m, snow cover is generally reliable.
Snow and Weather
Grand Massif typically enjoys a reliable snow depth, with consistent snowfall throughout the season. For the latest snow conditions and updates, be sure to check J2Ski for accurate and timely information.
When will it snow in Grand Massif?
There is currently no significant snow in the 7-day forecast for Grand Massif.
See our long-range Snow Forecast for the latest update.
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Ski Area Stats
Grand Massif Ski Area
| Black Pistes Expert Trails | 37 | |
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| Red Pistes Intermediate Runs | 132 | |
| Blue Pistes Easy Trails | 140 | |
| Green Pistes Beginner Runs | 42 | |
| Downhill Total Length | 265km | |
| Ski Lifts Number of Lifts | 78 | |
Grand Massif Altitudes
| Highest Lift | 2,500m |
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| Lowest Piste | 700m |
Ratings & Suitability
| Freeriders | |
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| Expert Skiers | |
| Intermediate Skiers | |
| Beginners | |
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Skiing
Grand Massif's ski area spans 265 km and reaches an elevation of 2,500 meters at the summit of the Grand Platé. Notable pistes include the long descent from Flaine to Sixt, while lifts like the Grand Massif Express and the Tête des Saix provide efficient access to the slopes.
There are a variety of pistes to suit all levels of skier ability, from Beginner to Expert.
Ski Lessons in Grand Massif
To choose a Ski School, and book Group Ski Lessons or a Private Instructor, see Grand Massif Ski Schools and Grand Massif Ski Instructors.
Snowboarding
Snowboarders will find excellent terrain parks, including the popular Flaine Snow Park, which features various jumps and rails catering to all skill levels. The diverse terrain also offers plenty of off-piste opportunities for adventurous riders.
Location and Map
Where is Grand Massif?
This ski resort is in Haute-Savoie, Rhône-Alpes, France.
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How to get there
By Air
The nearest airport to Grand Massif is Geneva, 53 minutes drive away.
Annecy, Chambery, Sion, Lyon St-Exupéry, Grenoble, Lyon Bron, Clermont-Ferrand, Saint-Étienne, Berne, Turin Caselle and Dole–Jura airports are all within three hours drive.
Geneva is just one hours drive away, in good driving conditions, so you can be on the piste quickly.
The resort is easily accessible via Geneva Airport, located approximately 70 km away. From the airport, travelers can take a shuttle or rent a car, with well-marked routes leading directly to the resort.
Infrastructure
Ski Lift Capacity
There are 78 ski lifts.
Season Dates
When is Grand Massif open?
We don't currently have confirmed season dates, but hope to soon.
NOTE:- Ski area, lift and piste opening is subject to Current Snow Conditions.
Piste Map
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Aprés Ski
Apres-ski at Grand Massif is lively, with notable spots like Le Grizzly and La Folie Douce offering a mix of drinks and entertainment. For dining, check out Les Dromonts for a cozy atmosphere and delicious mountain cuisine.
