The Compagnie du Mont-Blanc has just unveiled its provisional schedule for the 2027 winter season. First in line, the die-hard fans of Grands Montets and La Flégère could be back on the slopes as early as the end of November, weather permitting.
Many have already bought their lift passes, and the snow has just dusted the peaks. Some are taking their skis out of storage to file their edges and wax their bases. No doubt about it, winter is approaching.
La Flégère and Les Grands Montets
As last year, La Flégère should be the first to reopen, perhaps as early as November 28th, partially and depending on the snow conditions. The Grands Montets ski area is expected to reopen, with the added bonus of the new Argentière > Lognan gondola lift, the first section of the major revival of the Grands Montets summit, eight years after the 2018 fire.
No Vallée Blanche before December 19th
The Brévent and Balme ski areas, both on the Le Tour and Vallorcine sides, are slated to follow suit on Saturday, December 12, 2026. In Les Houches, where a partial opening is also planned, skiers will have to wait until December 19th, the first day of the Christmas holidays, for full access.
December 19th is also the reopening date for the Aiguille du Midi cable car. The Mer de Glace gondola lift will also reopen. This could potentially lead to the first descents of the Vallée Blanche. But as the ridge is not yet cut and equipped at the start of the season, the mythical off-piste will remain reserved for skiers who are also experienced mountaineers.
Le Dauphiné
