Grand Massif Skiing

There are 5 different resorts that make up the ski area of the Grand Massif and there is 265km of piste in total. The skiing that is on offer is varied and good for all abilities although it does have to be said that the area is probably more suitable to beginners and intermediates that expert skiers due to the size of the area. Skiers who love areas with 400-500km of piste might find the Grand Massif to be a little small but if you appreciate quality skiing over quantity and don't like to venture too far afield for fear of missing the last lift home then the Grand Massif will be right up your street.

Beginner Skiing Grand Massif

The Grand Massif ski area is brilliant for beginners, especially if you have chosen Flaine to stay in. There are loads of easy access blue runs as well as a couple of areas designated for beginners. There are also plenty of red runs to progress onto which are also easy access from the resort centre. The fact that Flaine is located is a big snowy bowl is also very beneficial for beginners as it is very hard to get lost. No matter where you are, as long as you are within that bowl nearly every run will take you back to the resort centre.

Intermediate Skiing Grand Massif

Indeterminate skiers will be in heaven when skiing in the Grand Massif, with 265km of piste and an abundance of blue and red runs to choose from. There are also a selection of resorts within the area for you to ski to and from and stop at for lunch or a coffee. The 14km blue from down from Flaine to Sixt will be of particular interest. It is a lovely run from 2600m all the way down to the valley at 700m. It is a lovely ski but be prepared to have to get a bus from Sixt to Samoens in order to get home. So plan your day to make sure that you don't miss the last lift!

Advanced Skiing Grand Massif

In total there are 14 black runs and 46 red runs in the Grand Massif, so there is plenty of skiing to keep advanced and expert skiers happy throughout the course of a weeks ski holiday. The Grand Massif might not be the biggest ski area in the world but the skiing on offer is great. It is also just a short transfer from Geneva and the prices are nowhere near as high as they are in the other major ski areas in France.

Freestyle Skiing And Snowboarding Grand Massif

The Grand Massif might not be massive on the freestlye skiing and snowboarding scene but there is plenty of suitable terrain on offer. In fact Flaine actually has a ski school which is dedicated to freestyle (Ecole de Ski Internationale). They have specific freestyle instructors and regularly do freestyle park lessons for those looking to brush up on their skills. If you are not after lessons then there is still plenty on offer. There are 3 snowparks spread throughout the area the Jam Park in Flaine is very well maintained. There is also a whole manor of natural terrain to be found with loads of wooded areas and natural jumps and pipes. There is a lovely natural half pipe which can be found close to the Serpentine piste.

Off Piste Skiing Grand Massif

There is loads of off piste skiing to be found in the Grand Massif. Flaine has an abundance of off piste opportunities, most notably the Gers Bowl and the Corbalanche freeski zone. There is also great tree skiing on offer on the way down to Les Carroz and Samoens.