Where to stay
Hotels in Le Grand Bornand
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4-star 6-person apartment Chinaillon mountain view
1390 Route De Samance | Le Grand Bornand, 74450, FR
Les Chalets de L'Aiguille C302 - vue montagne
1390 Route De Samance | Le Grand Bornand, 74450, FR
Village Lessy - Apt Milou
Apt Milou Village De Lessy - 6903 Route Du Chinaillon - | Le Grand Bornand, 74450, FR
Bel appartement rénové pour 6 au Grand-Bornand balcon exposé sud - FR-1-458-144
1213 Route Du Chinaillon | Le Grand Bornand, 74450, FR
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At a glance
Climate
Alpine
Languages
French and English
Local currency
EUR
(EUR)
Local time
(GMT+2)
Ideal trip length
3–7 days
Cost level
4 of 5 · our research
Suggested area to stay
Le Grand-Bornand Village
Tap water
Generally described as safe to drink
Tipping
Optional, small amounts for good service.
What this place is for
History
95 · Outstanding
Culture
90 · Outstanding
Food
90 · Outstanding
Family
90 · Outstanding
Our own 0–100 ratings for this one destination. They describe a city; they are not a league table of cities.
Food to try
Tartiflette
Raclette
Fondue Savoyarde
Reblochon cheese
When to visit Le Grand Bornand
How good each month is here, on this destination's own scale. It compares months within this city, never one city against another.
Best months: February
Busiest: Dec-Mar
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Jan90
Cold, snowy, excellent skiing
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Feb95
Cold, snowy, busy skiing
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Mar85
Cold, snowy, good skiing
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Apr50
Melting snow, spring hiking
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May60
Green, mild, hiking starts
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Jun75
Warm, green, good hiking
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Jul85
Warm, sunny, peak summer
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Aug80
Warm, sunny, summer activities
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Sept70
Mild, colorful, quiet hiking
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Oct40
Cool, autumn colors, quiet
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Nov30
Cold, first snow, pre-season
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Dec80
Cold, snowy, ski season
Things to do in Le Grand Bornand
7 places worth your time, grouped by when they are at their best.
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Best in the morning
3 places
Hiking in the Aravis Mountains
Aravis Mountains 4 hrs
Discover diverse trails from gentle walks to challenging ascents with breathtaking panoramas.
Snowshoeing through winter landscapes
Surrounding Forests 3 hrs
Explore tranquil snowy trails, perfect for enjoying the serene winter scenery.
Via Ferrata on the Roc des Tours
Roc des Tours 3.5 hrs
Climb a protected mountain route with ladders and cables, offering thrilling views.
Best in the afternoon
2 places
Visit a Reblochon Farm
Local Farms 1.5 hrs
Learn about traditional cheese making and taste the famous local Reblochon.
Paragliding over the Valley
Le Grand-Bornand 1 hr
Soar above the Alpine landscape for an unforgettable bird's-eye view.
Any time of day
2 places
Skiing/Snowboarding on Mont Lachat
Mont Lachat 6 hrs
Experience world-class slopes and stunning views across the Aravis range.
Explore Le Grand-Bornand Village
Le Grand-Bornand Village 2 hrs
Wander through the charming village, admire traditional chalets, and browse local shops.
Practical ratings
Our own ratings and key insights for this destination.
Near Le Grand Bornand
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