Flaine is in the Haute-Savoie region of the French Alps, within the Grand Massif ski area. It sits between Geneva and Chamonix, with views of the Mont Blanc massif.
Flaine’s ski area ranges from 1,600 m at the base to 2,500 m at the highest slopes. The main village sits at 1,600 m.
The ski season usually runs from early December to mid-April, though exact dates vary each year depending on snow and operational conditions.
Yes, Flaine is generally very snow-sure from mid-December to late April, thanks to its high altitude, north-facing slopes, and snowmaking. The main resort bowl keeps good snow even when lower areas in the Grand Massif are more variable.
The easiest way is by shared or private transfer from Geneva, Lyon, Grenoble, or Chambery. You can also take a train to Cluses and then a bus to Flaine, though transfers from Geneva are usually the quickest.
Yes, AlpNav offers both shared and private transfers to Flaine. You can choose a cost-effective shared transfer with multiple drop-off points or a private, with standard or premium vehicles.
Transfers to Flaine take about 1 hour to 1 hour 30 minutes from Geneva, 2 hours to 2 hours 30 minutes from Lyon or Grenoble, and around 1 hour 45 minutes from Chambery. Airports in Italy, like Turin or Milan, are further, usually 3 hours or more.
Flaine has a variety of terrain including wide-open pistes, long scenic runs, challenging steep slopes like Diamant Noir, off-piste itineraries, and freestyle/fun zones. Its high-altitude, north-facing slopes ensure good snow across 265 km of marked pistes.
Flaine offers something for everyone: gentle green runs for beginners, wide-open pistes in the main bowl, challenging red and black runs like Diamant Noir, plus off-piste routes and fun zones. Its high-altitude, north-facing slopes ensure good snow across 265 km of marked pistes.
Yes, Flaine has several ski schools, including ESF Flaine and ESI Grand Massif, with English-speaking instructors.
Yes, Flaine was designed for easy slope access, offering many apartments and hotels with ski-in, ski-out convenience. This allows you to reach the lifts directly from your accommodation.
Yes, Flaine has snowparks and freestyle zones, including Jampark, the wooded Ze Forest trail, and the more advanced Acticross. The resort offers freestyle areas across the Grand Massif
In Flaine, you can enjoy bars and pubs like the Flying Dutchman and Le White Pub and a nightclub called Les Caves de Flaine. Also there is an aquatic center with a spa and gym. You can also enjoy the cinema, bowling, indoor climbing, and shopping.
Yes, Flaine has many rental shops, including Skiset, Intersport, Sport 2000, and smaller local stores. Online booking is recommended for availability and better pricing. You can buy a Flaine-only pass for the local slopes or a Grand Massif pass for access to all 265 km of the ski area, including Samoëns, Morillon, Sixt, and Les Carroz.
Yes, Flaine is very family-friendly, with safe, car-free areas, kid-friendly ski terrain, excellent ski schools, and activities like swimming, bowling, indoor climbing, and ice skating. The resort also offers childcare and free skiing for children under 8.
Flaine offers ice skating, snowshoeing, sledging, dog sledding, ice driving, and helicopter tours. You can also enjoy the aquatic center, cinema, spa, and guided architectural walks to explore the resort’s unique design.
Yes, Flaine has many restaurants, bars, and shops, including groceries, sports stores, and places serving local and international cuisine. These can be found across the resort, including Flaine Forum, Flaine Forêt, and near the slopes.
Yes, there are freestyle zones with jumps and rails, off-piste areas, and challenging terrain. While there isn’t one large dedicated park, fun and freestyle zones are spread across the mountain within the Grand Massif.
Yes, Flaine is connected to the Grand Massif ski area. You can use lifts like the Grand Vans chairlift and reach Les Carroz, Samoëns, and Morillon, accessing all 265 km of pistes.
