A hiker wearing an orange t-shirt and a blue backpack walks along a mountain trail with their dog, surrounded by vast meadows and a forest in the background in Flaine.
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Holidaying in Flaine with your dog: useful tips and accessible hikes

Going on vacation to Flaine with your dog?

Tips and authorized hikes

Flaine is an ideal summer destination for enjoying the mountains, and your four-legged companion can absolutely join you! However, some precautions are necessary to ensure their well-being and respect the mountain environment.

Essentials to Pack

Before heading out on a hike or exploring the resort, make sure you have:

  • Their up-to-date vaccination record.
  • A bowl and plenty of water, as temperatures can rise even in the mountains.
  • A leash for regulated areas and risk zones (presence of livestock or guard dogs).

 

 

Rules to Follow

In Flaine, certain guidelines must be respected:

  • Dogs are not allowed in the Grandes Platières nature reserve to protect local wildlife.
  • Swimming is prohibited in the lakes of Flaine, Vernant, and Airon.
  • Beware of ticks! Check your dog after each walk and use a suitable tick repellent.
  • Dog waste bags are available at several locations throughout the resort—please use them to keep the area clean.
  • In case of a veterinary emergency, contact the St. Martin Veterinary Hospital in Allonzier-la-Caille (+33 (0)4 50 600 900).

 

 

Dog-Friendly Hikes

While some areas are off-limits to dogs, several trails remain accessible:

  • Tour de l’Arbaron (2h)
  • Circuit du Lac de l’Airon (1h15)
  • Tour du Lac de Flaine (1h30)
  • Bois de Flaine (1h30)
  • Circuit du Lac de Flaine (3h)
  • Circuit des Grands Vans (3h20)

However, be cautious of lapiaz (crevices and cracks in the ground) and livestock herds, which may be guarded by Patou dogs (livestock guardian dogs).