French Alps, France 🇫🇷
A working reblochon-cheese village in the Aravis, Le Grand-Bornand is small, scenic and deeply French. Its sunny, intermediate-friendly slopes and Tour de France pedigree make it a low-key favourite near Annecy.
Usually, with help. From 1000 m to 2100 m the resort leans on grooming and snowmaking in lean spells, so check the live report before booking early or late dates (score 78/100).
Ski-in/ski-out depends on the address here: some hotels are on the snow, others need a short walk or shuttle. Pick a slopeside address if skiing from the door matters to you.
With 84 km of piste on 32 lifts, it is a mid-size area, easy to get to know over a long weekend. The terrain is balanced (16 green, 26 blue, 22 red, 6 black), which suits a mixed-level group skiing together.
Le Grand-Bornand stands out for a family-friendly setup.
The season usually runs Dec 14 to Apr 7 (about 16 weeks). For the most dependable cover, the deep-winter window of January to February is the safe bet. Conditions soften as spring arrives, so earlier in the window is the safer call.
Hotels, piste breakdown, snow month by month, lift and rental info, map and more.
Hotels we like for ski access and value. Prices are indicative; check live availability.
Excellent · 407 reviews
One of the highest-rated places to stay in Le Grand-Bornand, with guests singling out the service and comfort.
Guests rate this hotel as excellent (4.9/5 from 407 reviews). It sits about 3.5 km from the slopes. A mid-range option for Le Grand-Bornand, with live nightly rates shown for your exact dates so you always see the best price.
Good · 1.6k reviews
Moments from the lifts in Le Grand-Bornand, so you can ski back to the door and skip the morning queues.
Very good · 521 reviews
Moments from the lifts in Le Grand-Bornand, so you can ski back to the door and skip the morning queues.
Excellent · 383 reviews
Strong value for Le Grand-Bornand, with a high guest rating that punches above its nightly price.
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