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Flaine

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Ski Opening 2008
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About the resort

Flaine is famous for its ski area, quality of snow cover, and variety of slopes (from beginner to expert). Its special characteristics: the altitude- range and lenght of the pistes (2500m to 1600m) and its sheer expanse (140km of slopes). A ski resort on three levels (Flaine Front de Neige, Flaine Forum et Flaine Foret), ski-in ski-out, , Flaine is remarkable concept, a blend of modern arhitetecture and spectacular mountain scenery. Snow conditions are impressive, among the best in the French Alps, often reaching six metres depth at the Grandes Platieres. The centre of Flaine is pedetrianised, with car parks tucked away nearby. JAMPARK Flaine :On red pistes Diable and Topaze all freestylers can develop their skills, admire the scenery and have fun. Entertainment with DJ and barbecue. More information: www.jampark.com.

General information Min. altitude 1600m Max. altitude 2500m Airport connections Nearest Airport Geneva (CH) (65km) Bus from airport True Shuttle from airport False Closest railway station Gare de Cluses (30000km) Direct bus from railway station True Direct shuttle from railway station False --- winter --- Ski slopes Number of ski runs 57 all (km) 140 Longest slope (km) 14km Night skiing False Opening date 13.12.2008 Closing date 26.4.2009 Maximum vertical drop (m) 900 Artificial snow (%) False Green (km) 0 Green 7 Blue (km) 0 Blue 23 Red (km) 0 Red 23 Black (km) 0 Black 4 Lift facilities Drag lift True Chair lift True Cable car True Gondola True Connected resorts Connection available with other ski resorts with one ski-pass True Connected resorts Max. length reachable with one ski-pass (km) 265 Snowboard, free style park Half pipe Fun park Corner Wave rides Snowboard cross True Jumps Slides Boxen Snowboard park description Cross country skiing Classic cross country runs (km) 14 Skate cross country runs (km) 14 Additional activities Snow tubing Curling Tobogganing Paragliding True Sleigh trips Heli skiing Dog sled True Ice skating True Winter hiking True Public infrastructure Indoor pool Indoor tennis Sauna True Hot spring Fitness centre True Casino Massage centre True Camping Children Child slope True Child lift True Children's park True Childcare True Child carpet lift True Gastronomy Restaurants 24 Bars / Pubs 5 Discotheques 1 Ski huts 0 Rentals Rent-a-ski, boots, ski poles True Rent-a-snowboard True Rent-a-touring ski True Rent-a-telemark ski True Rent-a-sport outfit Ski depot True Rent-a-car False		--- summer --- Sporting activities Tennis True Beach volley True Inline skating Kayak Paintball True Animal observation spots Adrenalin park Hunting True Squash Basketball True Cycle paths True Canoe Gliding Panorama flights True Archery True Diving Badminton True Football True Surfing Hiking True Fishing True 808098'08080'8908 [field:sport_winter_skiing] Nordic walking True Volleyball Skateboard Sailing Horse riding Mini golf True Cave exploring Running paths True Golf Golf holes Mountain bike Signposted MTB routes 100 Downhill route 0 Free ride route Bike park Climbing Fixed rope route True Climbing park True Climbing centre True Climbing tours True Adventure Rafting Paragliding True Bungee jumping Canyoning Hydrospeed Adrenalin park Course, school, guidance, animation Tennis True Climbing True Kayak Public animation True Badminton Mountaineering Horse riding Squash Surfing Paragliding True Golf True Sailing Nordic walking Nature experience Zoo Petting zoo Stables Nature trail National park Rentals Bicycle / Mountain bike True Surfing / Sailing Kayak Canoe Walking boots Mountain sports equipment Nordic walking poles Boats Fishing equipment Scooter, motorcycle Public infrastructure Supermarket True Camping Chemist True Cinema True Railway station Bowling True Internet café True Billiards True Public wellness Solarium True Thermal spa Bathing river Fitness centre True Outdoor pool Bathing lake Massage centre True Indoor pool Beauty farm Sauna centre True
Additional information ... Specials Happy Birthday Flaine!, Flaine celebrates its 40th anniversary, 19th-26th December 2008 and 24th-31st January 2009; End of Year Magic!, 20th December to 3rd January 2009, Get bewitched and bewildered by the magic of Christmas and New Year. Big and small are invited to celebrate in Flaine dressed in a thousand lights; FIS World Cup Ski Cross14th January 2009; Made by Me, 14th to 20th February 2009, Let your artistic side shine throught; The Carnival, 21st to 27th February 2009, Parade, bazaar, costume party, and more!; Girl Session, 7th to 13th March 2009, A week dedicated to the active woman. Enjoy winter and snow fun organized for girls only!; Bon Appetit !, 14th to 20th March 2009, A gastronomical rendez-vous for those who love refined cuisine. It's the opportunity to get traditional Savoyard cuisine out of its fluffy socks and turn it into a modern cooking art; Jazzy !, 4th to 10th April 2009, Flaine's jazz week; Children are kings, 1th to 17th April 2009, A special week is organised just for them, with free events: - Children's village - Labyrinth - Treasure hunt and quiz - Snowman competition - Clowns and magic shows - Special snacks with storyteller - Wood sculpture workshop... And the under 12s ski pass is free when you buy an adult ski pass! Plus many other offers for children in the resort. Tips More information Skipass rates: 6-day skipass: Adult - 192.00 € Free of charge for children under 5.