Montée des Grands Vans ski touring itinerary

74300 Flaine

Opening

From 06/12/2025 to 19/04/2026 daily between 9 am and 4 pm.
The route is accessible only when the ski area is open.

Subject to snow conditions.

Itinerary

Height difference : 464m

Max altitude : 2204m

Documents

Montée des Grands Vans ski touring itinerary_Flaine

This route, ideal for intermediate to advanced ski tourers (fairly challenging), combines forested sections, open alpine meadows, and a panoramic finish at the top of the Grands Vans chairlift.

Enjoy this hike, with an elevation gain of 464 m, to immerse yourself in the wild beauty of the Flaine mountains, amid breathtaking landscapes and encounters with local wildlife and plant life.

The route is marked, and track maintenance is carried out by users. You will use sections of open ski runs—keep to the side and stay in single file. The descent is only permitted on open runs. The piste management reserves the right to partially or fully close the route for safety reasons.

Complément d'informations

It is recommended to be equipped with safety gear: avalanche beacon, shovel, probe, phone, and survival blanket.

Equipment

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