Skiing in Flaine
Flaine sits in the Haute-Savoie region of France, in a high snow bowl above the valleys of Samoëns and Les Carroz. It is a purpose-built ski resort from the 1960s, known for its stark concrete architecture, and forms the heart of Le Grand Massif. From the village you ski straight into an area with 363 kilometres of pistes and 62 lifts, running between 1778 and 2319 metres. Flaine is above all a place for people who come to ski: many accommodations sit right on the slopes. We list 14 accommodations in Flaine, with winter sports holidays from 585 euros per person. In recent winters the snowpack reached up to 229 centimetres at its deepest point.
Last checked: 2026-10-27 · Sources: Open-Meteo (snow data), OpenStreetMap (lifts and pistes), partner offers refreshed daily.
Accommodations in Flaine
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Residence Andromede
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Résidence Sagittaire
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Résidence Arche
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Résidence Les Gémeaux
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Résidence Castor
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Résidence La Forêt (voordeeltarief)
Flaine8.0Le Grand Massif, Frankrijk
Dormio Resort Les Portes du Grand Massif - Voordeeltarief
Flaine6.4Le Grand Massif, Frankrijk
Residence Andromede - Maeva particuliers
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Résidence Maeva Home Arche
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Résidence Betelgeuse
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Résidence La Forêt
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Résidence Aldébaran - Maeva Particuliers
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Résidence Belier
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Résidence Les Pléïades
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Résidence P&V Premium Les Terrasses d'Eos
Flaine7.5Le Grand Massif, Frankrijk
Résidence Les Terrasses de Veret
Flaine7.4Le Grand Massif, Frankrijk
Résidence Odalys Référence Le Panoramic - voordeeltarief
Flaine8.7Le Grand Massif, Frankrijk
Résidence Premium Les Terrasses d'Helios
Flaine5.4Le Grand Massif, Frankrijk
Résidence Maeva Home Grand Massif
Flaine8.8Le Grand Massif, Frankrijk
Résidence P&V Premium Les Terrasses d'Eos - Voordeeltarief
Flaine8.1Le Grand Massif, Frankrijk
Hotel Club MMV Le Flaine
Flaine8.7Le Grand Massif, Frankrijk
Résidence P&V Premium Les Terrasses d'Helios - voordeeltarief
Flaine9.3Le Grand Massif, Frankrijk
Résidence MGM Alhena
Flaine8.0Le Grand Massif, Frankrijk
Dormio Resort Les Portes du Grand Massif
Flaine9.2Le Grand Massif, Frankrijk
Club Belambra Flaine Panorama
Flaine8.1Le Grand Massif, Frankrijk
Hotel Club MMV Le Flaine - Voordeeltarief
FlaineLe Grand Massif, Frankrijk
Chalets du Hameau de Flaine
Flaine8.4Le Grand Massif, Frankrijk
Residence CGH Le Centaure
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Hotel Le Totem
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The ski area from Flaine
Flaine lies at the centre of Le Grand Massif, one of the larger linked ski areas in France with 363 kilometres of pistes and 62 lifts. Flaine's own bowl offers wide, confidence-building runs for beginners and intermediates, while the links towards Samoëns, Morillon and Les Carroz open up long tours across several valleys.
The pistes sit between 1778 and 2319 metres. That is not an extremely high area, but Flaine's north-facing bowl tends to hold snow well. Advanced skiers will find a solid choice of red and black runs, and mileage hunters can vary their routes here for days.
Snow reliability in Flaine
With a top height of 2319 metres, Le Grand Massif is not a glacier area, but the figures from recent winters are reassuring: the snowpack reached up to 229 centimetres at its deepest point. Flaine's bowl is also known for keeping snow in good condition for a long time.
In the week before late October 2026, around 5 centimetres of fresh snow had already fallen, an early start to the season. For the full extent of the area, January and February are the safest months; in December and late March the lower valley links can be more changeable.
The village of Flaine
Flaine is a purpose-built resort in the truest sense: it was designed in the 1960s as a functional ski station, with apartment buildings in concrete architecture that have since gained listed status. Do not expect a classic Alpine village with a church tower, but a compact, largely car-free resort where everything revolves around skiing.
The village is spread over several levels connected by lifts and stairs. Supermarkets, restaurants and ski rental are all within walking distance of the pistes. Nightlife is quiet and geared towards families and early risers; for lively apres-ski, other villages serve you better.
Who is Flaine for
Flaine is first and foremost for people who want to ski a lot. Families benefit from the car-free layout and the pistes on the doorstep, beginners find wide practice slopes around the village, and advanced skiers have plenty of room with 363 kilometres of pistes.
If you mainly come for atmosphere, timber chalets and lively apres-ski, Samoëns or Morillon in the same area are better picks. Price-wise Flaine sits in the middle segment: from 585 euros per person it is not a budget destination, but you do get direct access to a major ski area in return.
Practical information for Flaine
From the Netherlands or Belgium, Flaine is roughly a day's drive towards Geneva, after which you take the mountain road up via Cluses. Flying to Geneva with an onward transfer is a quick alternative.
Booking early pays off: Christmas, half-term and the French school holidays in February fill up fast and cost more. Outside those weeks, especially in January and late March, prices are noticeably friendlier. We list 14 accommodations in Flaine, from apartments to larger residences, with holidays from 585 euros per person.
Flaine on the map
Webcams · Flaine
📷 Araches-la-Frasse › South-east: Auberge de Vernant
📷 Araches-la-Frasse › South-east: Mont Blanc
📷 Araches-la-Frasse › South-east: Tête du Pré des Saix - Télésiège Tête des Saix
📷 Flaine: Samoens from Tête des Saix
📷 Araches-la-Frasse › North-east: Le Carroz
📷 Araches-la-Frasse › North-east: Alpage de l'Airon
📷 Samoens: Tête du Pré des Saix
📷 Saint-Gervais-les-Bains › South: Espace Mont Blanc
FAQ about Flaine
How much piste can you ski from Flaine?
From Flaine you reach the Le Grand Massif ski area with around 363 km of marked pistes and 62 lifts.
What does a ski holiday in Flaine cost?
Accommodations in Flaine start from around €545 per person; Nivosola compares 24, refreshed daily.
Is there enough snow around Flaine?
Yes. Recent winters in Le Grand Massif reached a maximum snow depth of around 229 cm. December to March is the most reliable period.
How high are Flaine and its ski area?
The pistes of Le Grand Massif run between 1778 and 2319 metres. Flaine itself is one of the higher villages in the area and sits in a snow bowl that holds snow relatively well.
Is Flaine suitable for beginners?
Yes, there are wide, quiet practice slopes around the village and you can gradually progress to longer blue runs. Ski schools operate in the resort as well.
How busy does Flaine get?
During French school holidays and the Christmas period, pistes and lifts are noticeably busier. In January and late March the area is remarkably quiet for its size.
Which other village in Le Grand Massif could I consider?
Samoëns and Morillon lie in the same ski area and offer a more traditional village feel down in the valley. You ski the same 363 kilometres of pistes but stay lower and often for less.