Ski Touring Route: Ascent of the Grands Vans
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Montée des Grands Vans ski touring itinerary

This route, ideal for intermediate to advanced ski tourers (fairly challenging), combines forested sections, open alpine meadows, and a panoramic finish at the top of the Grands Vans chairlift.
Enjoy this hike, with an elevation gain of 464 m, to immerse yourself in the wild beauty of the Flaine mountains, amid breathtaking landscapes and encounters with local w...

Enjoy this hike, with an elevation gain of 464 m, to immerse yourself in the wild beauty of the Flaine mountains, amid breathtaking landscapes and encounters with local wildlife and plant life.

The route is marked, and track maintenance is carried out by users. You will use sections of open ski runs—keep to the side and stay in single file. The descent is only permitted on open runs. The piste management 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 from the Vernant parking lot, at the bottom of the Le Lac chairlift. To get there, please park in the Vernant parking lot, located about 10 minutes from Flaine. From the parking lot, it’s a 30-minute walk to reach the starting point. The route ends at the top of the Vernant chairlift, at Grands Vans.

If you don't want to take your car, you can take a free shuttle bus from Flaine and get off at the "Vernant" stop.
Montée des Grands Vans ski touring itinerary
  • Flaine Vernant
  • From December 6, 2025 to April 19, 2026

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