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Discover the snow factory and the profession of snow maker

  • Cultural
  • Traditions and folklore
  • Entertainment/recreation
  • Tourism
  • Jobs/behind the scenes of the ski industry
Usine à neige de la Sonnerie, 74450 Le Grand-Bornand
Discover the snow factory and the profession of snow maker. Access only by ski on a green slope.
Visit in French only.
Limited number of places. Booking at the Tourist Office mandatory from the previous Saturday, at the counter only.

Services offered

Quality standards

Quality standards
Famille plusFamille plus

Rates

Rates

Free of charge.
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Groups (Max capacity)

Groups (Max capacity)
  • 15 Maximum number of people

Opening times

Opening times

Each tuesday from 23 December 2025 until 27 January 2026
  • 14:30 at 15:30
Each tuesday from 3 March 2026 until 17 March 2026
  • 14:30 at 15:30

Location

Location

Discover the snow factory and the profession of snow maker
Usine à neige de la Sonnerie, 74450 Le Grand-Bornand

Spoken languages

Spoken languages
  • French

Environment

Environment
  • Ski resort
  • Mountain location
  • Village centre
  • Pedestrian area
  • Resort centre
  • Close to a public transportation
  • Near shuttle stop
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Discovering the job of a snow groomer
At nightfall in the ski area, you can see the groomers that maintain and shape the ski slopes. Meet a grommer who will tell you about his job and his machine!
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Discovering the profession of Nordic snow groomer
19Feb2026
Discovering the profession of Nordic snow groomer
Discover the equipment and chat with the teams to learn all about how grooming works in the Nordic area ! Mulled wine and hot apple juice are offered.
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The skiers' café
10Jan2026
The skiers' café
Sweet moment at the opening of the slopes to taste local flavors with les 2 Marmottes and Thomas le Prince. Come and meet the ski resort teams to find out about the week's...
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The skier's café: special festive season
22Dec
The skier's café: special festive season
Celebrate the festive season and enjoy a sweet moment at the opening of the slopes: coffee, hot chocolate and apple juice from our supplier Thomas le Prince. You can also take...
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Concert: Mister Chap's hits the ski slopes!
23Dec
Concert: Mister Chap's hits the ski slopes!
Mister Chap's will get the ski area buzzing with his banjo and microphone. Find him on the slopes and let yourself go to the rhythm of his music! Keep an eye on social media...
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Haribo kids snow: introduction to traditional sledding, the "Paret"
30Dec
Haribo kids snow: introduction to traditional sledding, the "Paret"
During night skiing, learn the local traditional way of sledding, the "Paret" (a "Paret" is a wooden sled in the form of a stool attached to a single wooden ski). Free loan of...
Le Grand-Bornand
Santa Claus on the slopes!
22Dec24Dec
Santa Claus on the slopes!
Between runs or while riding the chairlift, keep your eyes peeled— Santa Claus might just pop up on his skis! Don't miss your chance to meet him before he sets off on his big...
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Santa Claus' selfie on the slopes
22Dec
Santa Claus' selfie on the slopes
Santa Claus is waiting for you at the picnic area on the "Piste du Lac" green slope for a photo session.
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Christmas in Le Charmieux!
20Dec20252Jan2026
Christmas in Le Charmieux!
The Charmieux building is decked out in its finest decorations to celebrate the magic of Christmas with you! Come and discover this mini Santa Claus village: giant Christmas...
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Play in Charmieux: move, play and laugh!
21Jan2026
Play in Charmieux: move, play and laugh!
Le Charmieux is transformed into a giant playground : take on a series of challenges on the giant screen installed in the Charmieux building and take part in our interactive...
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Picnic room : Giant wooden games
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Picnic room : Giant wooden games
Enjoy the outdoor wooden games for family fun. Access by ski or by the Rosay cable car.
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Photo session with Santa Claus at Le Charmieux!
23Dec24Dec
Photo session with Santa Claus at Le Charmieux!
Share a photo shoot with Santa Claus! Head to the Charmieux building to have your photo taken and leave with an unforgettable souvenir! The photo will be sent directly to your...
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Night skiing : giant blind test
Night skiing : giant blind test
With a bonfire atmosphere and hot drinks to enjoy, the Charmieux snow front becomes your stage for an evening !
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Night skiing : fondue and DJ party !
Night skiing : fondue and DJ party !
Glide beneath the stars to the DJ's beats, then share a delicious and convivial moment over a fondue at the top of the skilift!
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Night skiing: Grand-Boom party!
Night skiing: Grand-Boom party!
A taste of the festivities! Join us for a magical evening to share with family or friends as we prepare for New Year's Eve in style under the stars!
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Night skiing : yooner experience !
Night skiing : yooner experience !
Swap your skis for yooners for a night-time adventure in the ski area!
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The skier's café and questions about our champions
20Dec
The skier's café and questions about our champions
Share a sweet moment at the opening of the slopes by sampling local flavours with Les 2 Marmottes and Thomas le Prince. Take part in a quiz duel about winter sports and our...
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Frozen playground games
9Feb2026
Frozen playground games
Snow-covered playground games! Head to the Charmieux snow front for a frosty game of tag in teams.
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Snowy dodgeball
16Feb2026
Snowy dodgeball
Snow-covered playground games! Head to the Charmieux snow front for a snowball dodgeball.
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Treasure hunt in the ski resort
14Jan2026
Treasure hunt in the ski resort
Set off on a treasure hunt with our partner Baouw to discover hidden or unusual places in our ski area.
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Updated on 11 December 2025 at 16:35
 by Le Grand-Bornand Tourisme
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