This route, ideal for advanced ski tourers (a fairly challenging itinerary), offers a panoramic finale overlooking the entire ski area at the top of the Aup de Veran gondola.
Enjoy this tour, with a vertical gain of 586 m, and immerse yourself in the wild beauty of the mountains of Flaine, where breathtaking landscapes meet local wildlife and ...

Enjoy this tour, with a vertical gain of 586 m, and immerse yourself in the wild beauty of the mountains of Flaine, where breathtaking landscapes meet local wildlife and flora.

The route is marked, and its maintenance is carried out by users. To follow this itinerary, it is recommended to be able to perform kick turns. You will use sections of open ski runs—keep to the side and proceed in single file. Descent is strictly via open pistes only. The ski patrol reserves the right to partially or fully close the route for safety reasons.

Equipments

  • Parking nearby

Opening

From 06/12/2025 to 19/04/2026 daily between 9 am and 4 pm.
The route is accessible only when the ski area is open.
Subject to snow conditions.

Languages

  • French

Further information

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It is recommended to be equipped with safety gear: avalanche beacon, shovel, probe, phone, and survival blanket.

Rates

Free access.

How to find us

The route starts at the Aup de Véran gondola station in Flaine Front de Neige. It ends at the top of the Lapiaz slope, at an altitude of 2,196 m.

To get there on foot from Flaine Forum, take the small path near the Ecumenical Chapel leading down to Flaine Front de Neige or via the ski slopes, to the right of the Grandes Platières cable car.

Coming by car? The nearest car parks are P5, P1 and P0, located just before the entrance to Flaine Front de Neige and downhill towards the ice driving circuit.
Montée du Lapiaz ski touring itinerary
  • Flaine Front de Neige
  • From December 6, 2025 to April 19, 2026