Col de Pierre Carrée cross-country skiing area
At 1844m of altitude, overlooking the Arve Valley and the resorts of Flaine and Les Carroz, The 'Col de Pierre Carrée' cross-country skiing area is the highest and the most snowsure nordic skiing area in the Alps.
Description
The Col de Pierre Carrée site in Flaine is open from mid-December to mid-April. The loops are traced in alternating and skating. Skating is easy and fun to learn.
Environments
- Mountain location
Rates
Free of charge.
Bons plans
On the car park, it is possible to buy the nordic passes from the reception in the 'Nordic Chalet'. Free shuttle bus services from Flaine and Les Carroz. Information at the local tourist offices. 17 km (10.5 miles) of trails that all separate classic XC skiers and skaters. A daily maintenance is organised.
Opening period
From 14/12 to 21/04.
Subject to snow conditions.
Ouverture complémentaire
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Subject to snow conditions
Location
From Les Carroz, take the direction of Flaine and drive for around 15 minutes.
Park in the car park at the pass (just before going back down to Flaine).
Informations domaine skiable
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Altitude minimum : n/c
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Nombre de pistes : 1
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Nombre de pistes bleues : 1
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Km de pistes : 2.5km
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Km de pistes vertes : n/c
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Km de pistes bleues : 2.5km
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Km de pistes rouges : n/c
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Km de pistes noires : n/c
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Remontées gratuites : Yes
Animals
Pets allowed : No
Thèmes
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Tips : On the car park, it is possible to buy the nordic passes from the reception in the 'Nordic Chalet'. Free shuttle bus services from Flaine and Les Carroz. Information at the local tourist offices. 17 km (10.5 miles) of trails that all separate classic XC skiers and skaters. A daily maintenance is organised.