Saint Francois Longchamp: Ski Slopes, Hiking Destinations and La Comète

When choosing a hotel in Saint Francois Longchamp, start by asking which activities you want to shape your stay. Winter sports, snowshoe trails, hikes, a rail toboggan run and balneotherapy offer different options for planning your days. The key considerations are the size of the ski area, lift access, hiking destination and the type of each activity.

Ski areas, snowshoe trails and lift access

The Saint Francois Longchamp ski area has 70 kilometres of ski slopes; the Grand Domaine covers 165 kilometres. These figures refer to separately named ski areas, so they are not interchangeable. For planning purposes, it is important to know which of these area sizes suits your plans. The 70 kilometres refer to the Saint Francois Longchamp ski area, while the 165 kilometres refer to the Grand Domaine. Operators may adjust the stated number of kilometres of slopes from one season to another; take this into account when planning your trip.

From Saint François 1650, the Lune Bleue chairlift makes it easier to reach the snowshoe trails. The Rail Park, a snow park with kicks, rails and boxes, is located at the top of the lift. Starlight is also accessible via the Lune Bleue chairlift; the route and lift access may vary depending on the operating season. If you plan to visit Starlight, check accessibility for the season of your trip.

Rail toboggan run and hiking destinations

La Comète is different: it is a rail toboggan run, 900 metres long, with a 540-degree turn at the end. It is located in Saint François 1650, next to the ESF and the Lune Bleue chairlift. These landmarks can help you find your way around. As the location may change for operational reasons, check it before your visit.

The Les Deux Lacs route leads to Lac Bleu and continues to Lac Blanc. The hiking trail from Bonvillard to Beaurevers ends at the Chapelle Notre-Dame de Beaurevers, considered a jewel of Baroque art. The destinations are therefore different: Les Deux Lacs focuses on two lakes, while the trail from Bonvillard to Beaurevers ends at the chapel. Those interested in Baroque art can consider the chapel as a point of interest on the hike. Cani-rando is a family-friendly hike accompanied by sled dogs. Here, the focus is on the type of experience rather than a specific destination. You can choose between a lake route, a trail with a cultural and historical destination, and a hike accompanied by sled dogs.

Balneotherapy and road access

The Centre de Balnéothérapie offers pools, a whirlpool, a sauna, a hammam, as well as wellness and beauty treatments. It combines water and heat facilities with treatments. If you are looking for another focus for your day alongside winter sports or hiking, you can consider the Centre.

Saint Francois Longchamp is located on the road to the Col de la Madeleine. For travellers planning to include the pass in their route, this is a useful reference point for the town’s road access.

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