The longest run in the resort stretches over 14 km, through wide valleys and narrower sections. It offers a varied and dynamic route in the heart of the mountains. On the first quarter, Mont Blanc reveals its full splendor, while the run continues through forests and the natural reserves of Sixt-Fer-à-Cheval and Passy. The route is punctuated by several waterfalls, which gave the run its name. A total immersion in a preserved environment, to be enjoyed at your own pace, with opportunities to pause, admire the scenery, and capture unforgettable moments.
🕒 Open from 10 AM to 2 PM
⌛Allow 3 hours for the round trip
⚠️ Make sure to plan your return to the resort!
⛷️ Start in the morning to enjoy a relaxed return to the resort
⛔ Once you set off, there is no way back — no ski lifts available
This red run is technically accessible, but its 14 km descent requires good fitness and stamina. Because of its length and some narrower sections, it is not recommended for beginners or young children who are not yet very enduring.
We recommend bringing your picnic to enjoy a meal with a view. Along the trail, there are plenty of spots to take a break and admire the scenery. The hardest part will be choosing among all these incredible panoramas!
The Piste des Cascades crosses a nature reserve: there are no restaurants on site, so be sure to bring your own food and take your waste with you to help preserve this exceptional environment.
The Cascades Run starts at Grandes Platières in Flaine. To reach it, take the Grandes Platières gondolas, accessible directly from the base area. At the top, enjoy an incredible view of Mont Blanc. First, descend the Serpentine run until the intersection at the top of the Désert Blanc chairlift — the Cascades Run is on the right.
Coming from Les Carroz, Samoëns, or Morillon? You can reach Flaine directly by ski using the connecting runs. Access by car is also possible, with paid parking available; parking lot P2 is the closest to the starting point.
The descent leads to the village of Sixt-Fer-à-Cheval, listed among the most beautiful detours in France. Between traditional chalets and preserved nature, the Savoyard landscape provides a perfect ending to this adventure. A refreshment hut at the bottom of the run allows you to enjoy a final moment of rest.
Heading back to Flaine, Samoëns, or Morillon? Ski buses run at the base of the Cascades Run and serve the Sixt-Fer-à-Cheval – Maison de la Montagne or Samoëns – Grand Massif Express stops. From Samoëns, take the Grand Massif Express gondola, then use the ski lifts to return to your resort.
⚠️ ⚠️ Plan your return carefully to avoid being stranded at the connections. The schedules of the last lifts vary throughout the season. ⚠️⚠️
Traffic is subject to the opening of the run and the ski area.
Depending on crowd levels, it is not uncommon for the first shuttle to be full, requiring a wait for the next one.