Le Grand Bornand Ski Resort Guide
Le Grand Bornand, France
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| Recommended For | Beginners, Snowboarders, Snowfall and Apres-Ski! |
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| Total Piste Length | 90km |
| Highest Lift | 2,100m |
| Resort Height | 950m |
| Nearest Airports | Annecy and Geneva |
| Save on Ski Hire | Save up to 50%  |
Le Grand Bornand
Le Grand Bornand is a picturesque ski resort in the French Alps. It offers a blend of traditional alpine charm and modern skiing facilities.
Summary
With over 90 km of ski slopes, Le Grand Bornand caters to all levels of skiers and snowboarders. The resort features a stunning backdrop of the Aravis mountain range, ensuring breathtaking views and diverse terrain.
The ski area of Le Grand Bornand is in the French Alps at an altitude of 950m, with 90km of marked runs.
Le Grand Bornand is part of the Annecy Mountains ski area with access to 173 marked pistes, served by a total of 150 ski lifts. In addition to the skiing in Le Grand Bornand itself (90km of pisted ski runs), the appropriate ski Lift Pass will allow you to ski or snowboard in the other Annecy Mountains ski resorts of La Clusaz, La Sambuy / Seythenex, Manigod and Saint Jean de Sixt.
With ski lifts as high as 2,100m, snow cover is generally reliable.
Notable Ski Runs
The most difficult run is the 'Lachat'.
Snow and Weather
Le Grand Bornand generally enjoys good snow reliability, with an average snow depth of 150 cm during peak winter months. Snowfall is typically abundant, but for the latest snow information, be sure to check J2Ski.
When will it snow in Le Grand Bornand?
There is currently no significant snow in the 7-day forecast for Le Grand Bornand.
See our long-range Snow Forecast for the latest update.
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Ski Area Stats
Le Grand Bornand Ski Area
| Black Pistes Expert Trails | 3 | 6km |
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| Red Pistes Intermediate Runs | 14 | 26km |
| Blue Pistes Easy Trails | 15 | 26km |
| Green Pistes Beginner Runs | 10 | 29km |
| Downhill Total Length | 90km | |
| Cross Country Total Length | 60km | |
| Ski Lifts Number of Lifts | 39 | |
Annecy Mountains Ski Area
| Pistes Number of runs | 173 | |
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| Ski Lifts Number of Lifts | 150 | |
Le Grand Bornand Altitudes
| Highest Lift | 2,100m |
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| Lowest Piste | 1,000m |
| Resort Altitude (Le Grand Bornand) | 950m |
| Max Vertical | 1,150m |
Ratings & Suitability
| Intermediate Skiers | |
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| Beginners | |
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| Apres-Ski |
Skiing
Le Grand Bornand boasts a ski area that spans 90 km, with elevations reaching up to 2,100 meters. Notable pistes include the red run 'La Floria' and the black run 'Les Pistes Noires', while lifts such as 'Les Gettiers' and 'Le Rosay' provide excellent access to the slopes.
Le Grand Bornand offers good sking, particularly, for Intermediate and Beginner skiers.
Ski Lessons in Le Grand Bornand
To choose a Ski School, and book Group Ski Lessons or a Private Instructor, see Le Grand Bornand Ski Schools and Le Grand Bornand Ski Instructors.
Snowboarding
Snowboarders will find excellent terrain parks at Le Grand Bornand, including the 'Snow Park' which features various jumps and rails suitable for all skill levels. The varied terrain also offers opportunities for freeriding.
Location and Map
Where is Le Grand Bornand?
This ski resort is in the French Alps.
Map
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How to get there
By Air
The nearest airport to Le Grand Bornand is Annecy, 37 minutes drive away.
Geneva, Chambery, Grenoble, Lyon St-Exupéry, Lyon Bron, Sion, Saint-Étienne, Berne and Dole–Jura airports are all within three hours drive.
Annecy and Geneva are just one hours drive away, in good driving conditions, so you can be on the piste quickly.
Le Grand Bornand is easily accessible via major airports in Geneva and Chambéry. From Geneva, take the A40 motorway and follow signs to Le Grand Bornand for a scenic drive.
Infrastructure
Ski Lift Capacity
The 39 ski lifts are able to uplift 36,400 skiers and snowboarders every hour.
Snow Making
Snow-making is available, on 18km of ski runs, with 100 snow cannons.
Season Dates
When is Le Grand Bornand open?
We don't currently have confirmed season dates, but hope to soon.
Usual opening is early December, and usual closing is Late April (Closing date determined in season due to snow cover.).
NOTE:- Ski area, lift and piste opening is subject to Current Snow Conditions.
Talking about Le Grand Bornand
Mentions in recent J2Ski News Items and Snow Reports from our users...
Aprés Ski
After a day on the slopes, enjoy the lively après-ski scene at bars like 'L'Igloo' and 'Le Bistrot', or dine at restaurants such as 'La Table de l'Ours'. For nightlife, check out 'Le Rencard', a popular nightclub.
