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Le Grand-Bornand The village resort

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Whether you’re looking for sport, nature or culture, everything here exudes authenticity, excellence and good living, just like the village centre with its beautiful houses clustered around the granary and church. The pastures cascade down to the typical hamlets and their 450 chalets, some of which date back to the 17th century, creating the perfect backdrop for discovering a well-preserved mountain with a strong character, a boundless outdoor playground where visitors and locals form a single, invigorating, open and happy community.

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    Three moods, A single mountain soul

    Le Grand-Bornand can be discovered in three distinct places, each with its own character and charm. Le Grand-Bornand Village, the historic heart of the resort, nestles at an altitude of 1,000 m, with its lively little streets and emblematic church. Higher up, at 1,300 m, Le Chinaillon is the place to be for lovers of skiing, wide open spaces and heritage, with its vast ski area in winter, lush green mountain pastures in summer and century-old chalets. The more discreet Vallée du Bouchet offers a peaceful yet sporty atmosphere, ideal for contemplation and Nordic activities. Three facets of the same territory, where everyone finds their own BO!neur to the rhythm of the seasons.

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    Le Grand-Bornand, the BO village! Live it up!

    Facing the emblematic Aravis mountain range, Le Grand-Bornand cultivates that extra touch of soul that makes all the difference. Here, the authenticity of a true mountain village blends with the energy of a lively, friendly resort. From the timeless charm of the historic village to the century-old chalets of Chinaillon, not forgetting the Bouchet valley, a peaceful backdrop for Nordic skiing and a land of traditions, every corner of the resort exudes true mountain spirit. A land of champions and a land of events, Le Grand-Bornand brings together those who love the mountains, live them and share them.

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    Sport, nature, culture
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    Land of champions
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    A land of events

    The BO! Mag News, advice, experience... we've got it all!

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    The secret of potato fritters
    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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    The most beautiful viewpoints
    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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    The irresistible Aravis range!
    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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    The chalet, an ingenious dwelling
    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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    Experience discovering a natural and cultural heritage

    The limestone faces of the Aravis and Jallouvre mountains and the relief of Mont Lachat and Danay invite you to contemplate landscapes that are both wild and man-made. Over 160km of signposted footpaths link mountain pastures, high altitude lakes, forests and peaks, offering panoramic views from the Jura to Mont Blanc. Le Grand-Bornand is as much a place to discover as it is to contemplate. La Source, in the heart of an authentic farm, offers workshops, an educational farm and shows about life in the mountains. The Maison du Patrimoine, an eco-museum in a 19th-century farmhouse, passes on traditions and know-how. History is also expressed through the unique, evolving and quirky L’Art Vache trail. Let yourself be guided or explore the heritage trails, between ancient chalets and unspoilt hamlets.

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    Natural sites
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    Guided tours
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    Heritage trails
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    The Heritage House
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    La Source
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    Cow Art
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    Why not get into action mode?

    Hiking in front of the Aravis mountain range, skiing in the setting sun, enjoying the fresh mountain air while admiring hundred-year-old chalets, meeting the farmers, guides and craftspeople and enjoying a good farmhouse Reblochon cheese: these are all moments that make summer and winter in Grand-Bornand a unique experience… and help to make it a place that belongs to all of us in a small way. The BO! Life is good for body and soul!

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      Le Grand-Bornand, a history since... The dawn of time!

      Before it became the resort-village we know today, Le Grand-Bornand passed through the centuries, marked by major clearings for crops and livestock, power struggles, the rise of skiing and the birth of Reblochon cheese. From the historic village of Chinaillon to the Bouchet valley, each place tells its own story of this mountain epic.

      With its farming traditions, preserved natural heritage, old-fashioned know-how and tourism development, the area has achieved a unique balance between the past and the present.

      Want to find out more? Immerse yourself in the fascinating history of Le Grand-Bornand!

      Etymology du Grand-Bornand

      The adjective “Grand” distinguishes the village from Petit-Bornand and “Bornand” comes from the name of the river “Le Borne”, which rises on Mont Fleury and joins the Arve.

      Sports, leisure, well-being what to do in Grand-Bornand

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      Urban sports
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      Water sports
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      Snowshoeing
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      Ski touring
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      Ball sports
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      Alpine skiing
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      Walks and hikes
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      Handisport
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      Mountain biking
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      Road bike / Gravel
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      Nordic skiing
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      Climbing / rope sports
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      Cycling sports
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      Skill sports / shooting