Ski Resorts News
20/09/2017
Visitors to the Grand Massif can expect to see major changes this coming winter. In a press release issued this morning, the Grand Massif is pleased to announce the following projects are currently underway.
The Coulouvrier Bowl
Considerable expansion of the Grand Massif ski area with the development of the Coulouvrier Bowl between Samoens and Morillon:
- Creation of 4 new ski runs (2 blue runs followed by 2 red runs for the 2018/19 winter season), equating to the addition of 42 hectares of pistes to the ski area.
- New 6-seater, detachable Coulouvrier chairlift, departing from 1200m and arriving at 2120m. With a record length of 2850m, this will be the longest lift of its kind in Europe, transporting skiers in just 10 minutes at a rate of 3000 passengers per hour.
- Development of the snow-making network with the implantation of 70 new snow canons to cover the new ski area.
Pistes: Samoens & Morillon
Extensive landscaping of the Tête de Saix summit is being undertaken in order to improve the flow of this vital intersection zone. The goal is to improve safety for skiers traveling between Flaine, Les Carroz, Morillon and Samoens. The transformed landscape will offer fabulous 360 degree views over the surrounding alpine landscape.
Green Globe
The Grand Massif was awarded “Green Globe” certification in the Autumn of 2016 and is the first resort for the entirety of its services (ski lifts, pistes and associated services).
Latest Resort News
The Grands Montets reconstruction in Chamonix
After a year of studies, fine-tuning, and preparatory work, the Mountain Planet 2024 Exhibition in Grenoble is the occasion for the Compagnie du Mont-Blanc and Doppelmayr France to bring together the stakeholders of the Chamonix Grands Montets reconstruction project and officially launch the construction phase of the various infrastructures.
04/18/2024
Vail Resorts to acquire Crans-Montana ski resort in Switzerland
US ski resort operator Vail Resorts is expanding its presence in Switzerland. Following Andermatt-Sedrun, the "big player" now also takes over the mountain railways in Crans-Montana.
02/10/2024
A new San Martino di Castrozza lift connection between Ces and Tognola
A new gondola in the heart of the skiarea San Martino di Castrozza Passo Rolle. The lift connection between Ces and Tognola area in San Martino di Castrozza has been improved.
03/25/2024