Practical informations and partners in Le Grand Bornand
An authentic village resort
At the heart of Aravis range
Between Mont Blanc, Annecy lake and Switzerland
A traditional quality agriculture
Birthplace of the famous Roblechon Fermier
A preserved NATURA 2000 area
A modern ski area
90 km of tracks on 360 hectares
A renowned snowpark
Ranked among the top 10 in France
184 snow cannons on 86 hectares
22km of pistes : 1/4 of scope
Book your skis in advance
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Le Grand Bornand is an authentic village resort which harmoniously combines tradition and modernity such as agriculture and tourism.
The town consists of two villages in the heart of the Aravis. Le Grand-Bornand village, where is located Favre Sports, is at 1000m altitude. This is the main village with its direct access to the entire alpine ski area by cable car and the departure of many cross-country ski loops. The Chinaillon it is located at 1300m altitude on the road to Col de la Colombiere.
Holidaying in Grand-Bornand is enjoying modern facilities for skiing, while retaining the charm of a traditional village where agriculture has retained an important place. Witness the famous regional products like the Roblechon “fermier” manufactured in the surrounding farms with local milk.
The ski area of Grand-Bornand and winter sports
Le Grand-Bornand is a great place for skiing, snowboarding and telemark on the 90km of its domain with 42 tracks . Snow cover is guaranteed by its 184 snow cannons, which cover a quarter of the field.
The classic nordic ski and skating are also very important there with 10 loops that enable 58km of skiing. Not to mention the two stages of biathlon …
You will also find the Grand Bornand other winter sports activities including an indoor ice rink of 800m2, a cascade of ice or a space for speed riding.