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Flaine
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Flaine is known as the 'White Desert' for its excellent snow, but is closer to 'Grey Monstrosity' when considering its 1960s architecture. Visitors undoubtedly come for its skiing, rather than its Alpine charm. As the centrepiece of the Grand Massif ski area (fourth largest ski domain in France), Flaine is linked to Samoens, Morillon and Les Carroz, with 267km of piste in total. The skiing is extensive and varied, with trees, moguls and motorways. All levels of skier will find something to suit, with great off- piste one of Flaine's major strengths. Boarders also have a park, with one half-pipe and a boardercross course. Queues have been significantly reduced, thanks to massive investments in the lift system over the last two years. Upgrading is needed for some of the many self-catering apartments, which can be 'bijou' to say the least.

As with many purpose-built French resorts, cosy mountain charm is at a minimum; but a fine arts centre and Picasso sculptures go some way to address this situation. The one big advantage is that almost everybody can ski up to their apartments, so if you prefer comfort over charm this could be the right choice for you. For a more traditional ambience, head to Samoens. Flaine's après-ski venues aren't great; much of the evening's activities revolve around the few hotel bars and the White Grouse pub. Families, though, will like the excellent ski school kindergartens, the short transfer (90kms to Geneva - so good for weekends, too) and the car-free environment.

Overall, Flaine is for skiing - which is excellent - and that's pretty much it. Classic no-frills French skiing.

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