Les Carroz piste map
Located in the Haute-Savoie region of the French Alps, Les Carroz is a traditional Alpine village forming part of the wider Grand Massif ski area, which also includes Flaine, Samoëns, Morillon and Sixt-Fer-à-Cheval. Set on a wide, sunny plateau at 1,140 metres, Les Carroz combines direct access to over 260 km of interconnected pistes with the charm of an authentic mountain village. Known for its forest skiing, varied terrain and relaxed atmosphere, the resort is particularly well suited to families, intermediates and those looking for a more traditional Alpine experience.
Below you can download the latest Les Carroz piste map in PDF format, and further down, you’ll also find helpful information about the best pistes for each ability level, as well as an overview of the ski area and the lift system.
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Les Carroz piste map explained
The Les Carroz ski area occupies a central position within the Grand Massif, making it one of the easiest starting points for exploring the wider ski domain. From the village, the lift network provides direct access towards Flaine, Samoëns, Morillon and Sixt-Fer-à-Cheval, allowing skiers to move across the mountain without relying on road transfers or shuttle buses. The main gateway to the ski area is the Kédeuze gondola, which climbs from the village to Les Molliets at around 1,630 metres. From here, skiers can either explore the local Les Carroz slopes or continue directly towards Flaine via the Tête des Saix sector, making it easy to access the wider Grand Massif without returning to the valley.
- The Les Carroz sector is characterised by predominantly blue and red pistes that wind through attractive forested terrain. These tree-lined runs provide welcome shelter during poor visibility and create an enjoyable environment for beginners and intermediate skiers looking for long, confidence-building descents back towards the village. Dedicated beginner areas around Les Molliets also provide gentle terrain for first-time skiers before progressing onto the wider mountain.
- Above Les Carroz, Tête des Saix (2,120 m) forms the principal crossroads of the Grand Massif. From this central ridge, lifts fan out in several directions, allowing skiers to continue west towards Samoëns and Morillon, or east towards Flaine. Because of its strategic position, most journeys across the Grand Massif naturally pass through this area, making it one of the busiest and most important hubs in the ski domain.
- Heading east, the terrain opens onto the Flaine sector, where the landscape changes noticeably from sheltered forest skiing to wide, high-altitude alpine bowls. Flaine offers many of the Grand Massif's longest blue and red pistes, together with some of its highest skiing, reaching over 2,500 metres. The higher elevation generally provides more reliable snow throughout the season and gives stronger intermediate and advanced skiers access to a broader variety of terrain.
- Travelling west from Tête des Saix leads towards Samoëns and Morillon, where the skiing becomes quieter and more traditional. Long blue and red pistes descend through extensive forests towards both villages, creating enjoyable cruising terrain while offering excellent protection during poor weather. These sectors are particularly popular with families and intermediate skiers who appreciate quieter slopes and scenic woodland skiing.
- At the far western edge of the Grand Massif lies Sixt-Fer-à-Cheval, a smaller and more secluded sector reached via Samoëns. Although separated from the main high-altitude skiing, it offers peaceful surroundings, quieter pistes and attractive natural scenery for skiers looking to escape the busier parts of the ski area.
One of Les Carroz's greatest strengths is its position within the Grand Massif. Rather than sitting at the edge of the ski domain, it provides convenient access in several directions, making it possible to explore much of the area in a single day before returning to the village via long, scenic descents through the surrounding forests.
Les Carroz ski area overview
- Resort height: 1,100 m
- Highest lift: 2,120 m
- Maximum vertical: 1,360 m
- Number of ski pistes: 29
- Types of ski pistes: 3 green, 15 blue, 7 red, 4 black
- Kilometres of ski pistes: 37 km
- Snow making: 10 km
- Number of ski lifts: 13