Ski touring itinerary: Le Plan des Dames

A family-friendly ski area, located between alpine forests and mountain pastures, facing the beautiful Mont-Blanc massif, the Aravis and Fiz ranges. Access is possible from three different villages; Combloux, Le Jaillet (Megève) or La Giettaz."Les Portes du Mont-Blanc" between 1020m and 1930m of altitude includes the villages of Combloux, Le Jaillet (Megève), La Giettaz, and Cordon (no access by ski). There are 23 ski lifts: 2 gondolas, 7 chairlifts, 11 button lifts and 3 magic carpets, giving access to 61 slopes: 8 black, 28 red, 14 blue and 11 green. It also includes 1 boarder crosses, 11 mountain restaurants and 13 restaurants at the bottom of the ski slopes! You will also find 18 picnic spots, 2 indoor picnic rooms (at the bottom of the slopes in Combloux and at the top of Jaillet gondola) and 4 sledge slopes. The ski area is accessible to disabled skiers and has made a variety of improvements to help them exploring the slopes. Several chairlifts have been adapted and 7 button lifts are suitable for those using uni-ski or dual-skis.

From the top of the Jaillet gondola to the summit of Christomet, this trail offers breathtaking panoramic views over the Aravis mountains to Mont-Blanc.Combloux village and its ski area "Les Portes du Mont Blanc" offers already a large choice of alpine disciplines... And now they are going one step (or slide!) further by offering to mountain fanatics new ski touring routes! ... When to go? All day long...from the slopes opening to their closing. And to go back down? Several slopes possible: the blue slope 'La Croix' for a last forest journey, the red run 'Les Ambourzalles' for sliding pleasure, or if you are playful, you could also be tempted by the 'Blaireau' black slope.....or even the Boarder cross! What if I am a beginner? Contact the French Ski School (ESF) to discover the joys of ski touring with a professional at your side. Want to go higher or further? Ski touring pass 13€. One way up Beauregard, Pertuis and Jouty chairlifts to reach Croisse-Baulet, an off-piste, not secured and not marked itinerary. The presence of a ski instructor or a mountain guide is highly recommended, particularly when considering an excursion into an 'off-piste' area. Pay close attention to the snow conditions and weather forecasts. Do not forget to take with you an avalanche transceiver (Arva in french), a snow shovel and a probe. Before going, tell someone where you are planning to go. In mountain, each detail has its own importance. Even if the Crève Cœur itinerary is marked, secured and in an area where the avalanche risk is non-existent, make sure you have all the necessary equipment in your backpack. When you are climbing along ski slopes, please stick to the right hand side, and be aware of those around you.

12 marked ski hiking trails throughout the Portes du Mont-Blanc area.Far from the downhill slopes in a quiet environment, in a preserved environment, you will safely enjoy marked trails dedicated to ski touring. A true sport of nature and freedom in a grandiose setting. Some are common with snowshoeing and pedestrian routes. The descent is done by groomed tracks: no need to be an expert to try the discipline. Ask for the plan and any other information at the checkouts. Routes accessible during ski area opening hours. In case of accident: call 112. Yellow markings for ski touring and purple markings for snowshoeing. Possibility of accompaniment by the ski schools present on the ski area. Possibility of rental of equipment from sports shops. Some recommendations: - Have the right equipment. - Adapt your route to your physical abilities, weather conditions and weather conditions. - You are responsible for your own safety and that of others. - Never leave alone and inform those around you of your itinerary. - Respect the nature and tranquility of the place. The "Portes du Mont-Blanc" teams work for ski touring enthusiasts: damage, marking, security, rescue if necessary... This involvement of the Portes du Mont-Blanc represents a significant investment & a long-term effort to continue to offer nature lovers magnificent ski touring routes. This is why a contribution is suggested to the practitioners: 5€ per day or 50€ in the season. Sold in crates only. One-off rate for all age categories. A gift will be given for any purchase. Ski pass required to access the ski lifts. Possibility to buy a Combloux Rando package to borrow the chairlifts of Beauregard, Pertuis and Jouty (only one climb per facilities). Single rate per day. Free parking. Dedicated car parks from the Jaillet sector: Parking of the Fouettaz and Maisonneuve on the town of Demi-Quartier.