The 15 best outdoor activities to do in Flaine

For your stay in Haute-Savoie, discover the best outdoor activities to do in Flaine!

Located between 1,600 and 2,500 metres above sea level, the ski resort of Flaine offers its visitors a total disconnect. In winter and summer, the resort offers a thousand things to do. As long as the snow falls, the 64 tracks and the 24 ski lifts open their doors for winter sports enthusiasts.

On the arrival of the beautiful days, you can enjoy a mountain environment to go hiking or paragliding. Whatever the season, Wanderlix has designed a guide to the best outdoor activities to do in Flaine.

Winter

Alpine skiing

Among the outdoor activities to do in Flaine, there is obviously Alpine skiing. This must-see winter sports allows you to descend the slopes of the mountains of Haute-Savoie. You overcome the obstacles by slaloming and you help with your sticks to move forward faster.

The many mountaineers present in Flaine allow you to easily reach the tops of the mountains. Whether you're a beginner or a professional, the Flaine estate has green, blue, red or black tracks. Depending on your level, you can have fun on these large snowy spaces.

If you want to learn alongside a professional, it is possible to take ski lessons from 40€ .

Cross-country skiing

Unlike alpine skiing, your shoes are not solidly fixed on the skate to allow you greater freedom of movement. On the other hand, the aim of cross-country skiing remains the same, namely to take the descents and turns of the different tracks.

Among the best trails to practice this outdoor activity in Flaine, we recommend the following:

• Urbanz: This green track is perfect for children. With a series of layouts, your bambins will be able to face the descents safely;
• Tourmaline: This is a blue track with many modules and jumps.

Hiking skiing

If you want to change alpine skiing, try hiking. As its name suggests, it is about hiking while skiing. Here, no rapid descent or 90-degree turn. You walk quietly in the mountains of Haute-Savoie by contemplating the natural setting around you. Far from the slopes, you evolve on undeaded paths.

Although this activity is less sporty than alpine skiing, it is nevertheless necessary to have a good physical condition to take climbs and descents.

In Flaine, we recommend that you follow the route "through the water" which is marked and perfectly secured. On the other hand, you have the opportunity to offer you a ski-touring tour from 110€ .

Snowboard

Snow surfing allows you to catch the mountain in another way. Your two feet are fixed on the same board to ease the slip. If you practice this outdoor activity regularly, try freestyle and do some acrobatics to spell your friends. And if you want to try the off-track, the descents of Lindars or Véret promise you to make the full of sensations.

On the other hand, if you have never tested snowboarding, don’t venture on the slopes before taking classes, either in particular or in a group. The monitors will teach you to place your board well, to position yourself correctly, and above all, to take turns like a pro. You can take courses from 55€ .

Heliski

Looking for an outdoor activity in Flaine that comes out of the beaten paths? Have you ever tried the heliski? This sport combines the helicopter and the ski to allow you to access inaccessible paths on foot or with motorized equipment. To climb the mountains, no need for snowshoes, the helicopter transports you directly to the top.

And reassure yourself, you will not need to jump from the helicopter. This one takes you to the ground to guarantee your safety. In addition to taking you to inaccessible places, the heliski allows you to ski where the snow is virgin. You can offer this unforgettable experience to your loved ones from 860€ .

Snowmobile

Snowmobile is a motorized vehicle that moves on the snow. If you don’t want to get too tired, this outdoor activity in Flaine is then made for you. Comfortably installed in your equipment, you can drive or let you guide while admiring the landscape. In the background, you observe the Mont-Blanc , of the Aravis or even Jura .

To make snowmobile, you have to wait in the evening once all the tracks are closed. At this point, calm reigns in the mountains of Haute-Savoie.

Quad

If you want to try a new outdoor activity in Flaine, test the quad on ice. Here, you are not on a dirt road, but on a totally frozen surface. The estate offers a circuit of 700 meters in length to guarantee a moment of pure pleasure. At 1,600 metres above sea level, you’re flying a quad on the ice.

In order to allow everyone to participate, the Flaine estate offers quads of different sizes and different powers. Thus, even the youngest (from 15 years old) can drive this equipment. You can offer this unique experience from 50€ .

Sled dogs

Do you like animals? It falls well as the Flaine estate offers its visitors a sled dog ride. This unique experience allows you to share a privileged moment with huskies while enjoying the exceptional landscapes that offer you.

This outdoor activity in Flaine is perfect for holiday families in the area. You can drive the pairing yourself or stay comfortably seated by letting you guide.

Luge

Small and large, come test the sled and spend a pleasant time with family. Located at the Flaine Forum, the sled tracks are divided according to the levels. Children between 6 and 12 years of age can try the red zone, and over 12 years of age can go directly to the black slopes. To guarantee the safety of all, the wearing of the helmet is mandatory.

Rackets

Hiking enthusiast, sock your snowshoes to walk freely on the snow.

Due to the richness of its landscapes, the Haute-Savoie has many snowshoe paths:

• Domaine de l’Arbaron : At more than 1,900 meters above sea level, contemplate the panorama that stands before you;
• Domaine de la Combe d’Enverse : enter the forest at 1,747 meters above sea level and evade the time of this snowshoe hike.

Patinoire

Want an outdoor activity to do in Flaine with the whole family? Why don't you go to the ice rink? The estate welcomes a trail where everyone can meet. If you are a beginner, slip gradually to try not to fall. And if you’re already used to practicing this sport, make some pirouettes to wreck your loved ones.

Summer

Paragliding

Want to do an outdoor activity in Flaine in the air? Fly during a paragliding session with the mountains of Haute-Savoie for decor. For your paragliding baptism, you fly in tandem with a professional who guides you to the most beautiful sites around Flaine.

Before taking off, he explains the safety instructions and gives you a few keys to drive the paragliding on the wind. Once you're in the air, you'll feel like you're pushing wings.

Paragliding is an activity accessible to everyone and can be practiced at the age of 6. So if you don’t have dizziness, it’s time to take your whole family to live new adventures.

Horse riding

For an outdoor activity in Flaine in communion with nature, nothing better than riding. Several Equestrian Centres offer one hour, two hours or a full day trips. Whether you're a beginner or a warrior horse, the horses take you to the discovery of the secrets of Haute-Savoie.

If you have come with family, this activity will delight your children who will be able to walk on pony backs. At the end of the day, it is the time to take care of the horse that accompanied you by feeding and embracing it.

Hiking

If you want to discover the Savoy and all its treasures, take good shoes and go for a hike in the Desert of Platé . This is the largest lapiaz plateau in Europe. With a surface of 1,980 hectares, the site is absolutely exceptional.

In addition to offering you a unique landscape, this plateau welcomes a wide variety of fauna and flora. During your trek, you will feel like walking on the Moon.

Helicopter

If you want to discover the Haute-Savoie in another way, Wanderlix recommends that you take a helicopter ride. Starting from Flaine, you fly to observe the most beautiful mountains in the area from the air.

In the programme; Mont-Blanc, the Red Aiguilles, the Argentières glacier, Mont Dolent and many others. To immortalize these magical moments, remember your camera.