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©A group of 4 people following a snowshoeing itinerary, with views of the snow-capped peaks and neighbouring chalets.|Clément Hudry
Alpine skiing, yes, but not only that: the charm of a day in the mountains
Published on 10 February 2026
Enjoying the snow-covered landscapes, strolling between the hundred-year-old chalets, meeting the farmers, artists and craftspeople and enjoying a famous farmhouse Reblochon...
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12 to 25 years old: Youth and Ski + bus pass
Published on 26 December 2025
Askip, if you buy early, it's cheaper!And if you take the bus from Annecy or Saint-Pierre-en-Faucigny, it's even cheaper!
A family of four in colourful ski outfits and ski equipment including gloves, helmets and goggles, in a snowy environment under a clear blue sky. The people are positioned at the top of a snow-covered slope. A child in the centre throws snow into the air with his ski, creating a lively and joyful dynamic.A family of four in colourful ski outfits as well as ski equipment including gloves, helmets and goggles, in a snowy environment under a clear blue sky.The people are placed at the top of a snowy slope. A child in the centre throws snow into the air with his ski, creating a joyful and lively dynamic.
©A family of four in colourful ski outfits as well as ski equipment including gloves, helmets and goggles, in a snowy environment under a clear blue sky.The people are placed at the top of a snowy slope. A child in the centre throws snow into the air with his ski, creating a joyful and lively dynamic.|Pierre Guilbaud
Top 5 family-friendly slopes
Published on 11 April 2025
Welcome to Le Grand-Bornand, the jewel of the French Alps!

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My ski itinerary!
Published on 15 October 2025
The Grand-Bornand ski area boasts 90km of pistes for all levels, punctuated by a host of leisure facilities and other heritage features that contribute to the village's unique...
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Christmas and New Year in Le Grand-Bornand
Published on 8 October 2025
An enchanted interlude that warms the hearts of young and old alike, the end-of-year festivities in Le Grand-Bornand are all about enjoying the gentle way of life, the shared...
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The secret of potato fritters
Published on 5 August 2025
Rösti, rapins, bougnettes... There are as many names as there are ways of preparing potato fritters, an ancestral dish typical of the Alps and eastern France.
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An unprecedented record… Iris Pessey reaches her goal!
Published on 14 July 2025
On Sunday 14 July 2024, the Fête de la Montagne was held in Le Grand-Bornand, during which Iris Pessey attempted a trail record: the round trip from the church square in...
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The most beautiful viewpoints
Published on 20 June 2025
One of France's most beautiful mountain resorts, Le Grand-Bornand is a life-size piece of land art. Here are our top picks for the region's most spectacular viewpoints, a...
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Reblochon in 4 seasons
Published on 20 June 2025
Savoie Reblochon, much more than just a cheese... Le Grand-Bornand is the largest farming community in Haute-Savoie and the birthplace of farmhouse Reblochon. Ever since it was...
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The chalet, an ingenious dwelling
Published on 18 June 2025
The authenticity of the mountain village of Le Grand-Bornand is due in large part to the preservation of a traditional habitat, represented by one of the symbols of the Alps,...
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The irresistible Aravis range!
Published on 17 June 2025
Emblematic, aesthetic, fascinating and attractive all at once, the Aravis mountain range offers an exceptional panorama in every season, one of the most beautiful and...
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5 ideas for walks and hikes
Published on 12 June 2025
In need of oxygen and physical activity?
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On the paths of history…
Published on 8 June 2025
From villages to mountain pastures, more than 160 km of signposted hiking trails dot the commune of Le Grand-Bornand. So many possibilities for walks that combine the pleasure...
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Application Virées en Aravis !
Published on 2 June 2025
Discover the hiking, mountain biking and cycling trails of the Aravis…
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Among the most beautiful panoramas in the Alps
Published on 24 April 2025
One of France's most beautiful mountain resorts, Le Grand-Bornand is a life-size piece of land art. Here are our top picks for the region's most spectacular panoramas, a...