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The most beautiful trails to discover

Our must-do hikes

Want to explore the most beautiful trails in Flaine?

Breathtaking panoramas, family-friendly walks, or quick escapes into nature: here’s our selection of unmissable hikes!

Top 3 Must-Do Hikes

🥾 Désert de Platé (accessible by cable car – difficult)
One of the largest limestone pavements in Europe, offering a stunning view of Mont Blanc.

🥾 Belvédère d’Aujon (difficult)
A dizzying panorama with breathtaking views.

🥾 Les Crêtes (very difficult)
A spectacular setting facing Mont Blanc, with exposed sections requiring caution.

 

Top 3 Family-Friendly Hikes

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Le Sentier des Fourmis (very easy)

A fun forest walk, with games and quizzes along the entire route.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Tour de l’Arbaron  (easy)
A loop offering exceptional views of Aujon and Pointe Percée.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Aujon Chalets (moderate)
Charming alpine chalets accessible via the beginning of the Belvédère d’Aujon trail.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Platé Refuge Circuit (difficult)
A stunning route with the option to take the Grandes Platières cable car to reach the Désert de Platé.

 

Top 3 Short Hikes (Under 1h30)

⏳ Tour du Lac de Flaine (1h30)
A wild and scenic lake: be prepared for a steep climb on the way back.

⏳ Lac de l’Airon (1h15)
A superb viewpoint over the Aravis mountain range. Accessible by car or shuttle to the trailhead.

⏳ Les Bois de Flaine (1h30)
A walk with beautiful views over the resort and Flaine Lake below.

 

📌 Plan Your Hike
A selection of our hiking routes is available for free download.

 

📱 For optimized navigation, use the free “Flaine Les Carroz Espace Outdoor” app, available on the App Store and Google Play during your adventure.