Praz de Lys – Sommand, a Haute-Savoie resort spread across the communes of Taninges and Mieussy, is spread over two altitude plateaux (at around 1,500m), offering a preserved natural setting and family atmosphere. Known for its vast, magnificent Nordic area, one of the largest and most highly rated in the region, the resort also offers a friendly alpine area, ideal for all levels. Summer and winter, Praz de Lys – Sommand charms with its exceptional panoramas, notably over Mont-Blanc and the Aravis, its generous sunshine and its commitment to sustainable tourism. It’s a four-season destination combining skiing pleasures, outdoor activities and tranquillity.
Praz de Lys Sommand
Overview
Praz de Lys Sommand
📏 Altitude: 1450 m
🎿 Alpine skiing: 55 km
⛷️ Cross-country skiing: 60 km
🌟 Resort style: High-altitude resort
💰 From 37.5 €/day (2026-2027)
📅 Open 19 December 2026 to 4 April 2027
Overview of Praz de Lys Sommand
The Praz de Lys – Sommand resort is characterised by its two high-pasture plateaus — Praz de Lys (on the Taninges side) and Sommand (on the Mieussy side) — linked in winter by the ski runs. In summer, the Col de la Ramaz — well known to cyclists — provides the connection. The architecture mainly consists of chalets and residences that integrate harmoniously into the mountain landscape, without oversized constructions. In the distance, the eternal snows of Mont Blanc can be glimpsed. The settlement is dispersed in hamlets and at the foot of the slopes, favouring space and views. Welcome centres and Nordic lodges are key hubs, offering services and conviviality. The environment is marked by vast spruce forests and high pastures, contributing to the natural charm and peaceful atmosphere of the resort.
Our review — Praz de Lys Sommand
3.5/5
Ski area — key figures — Praz de Lys Sommand
- 🌟 High-altitude resort (Haute-Savoie)
- 📏 1450 m Village altitude (1950 m Top altitude)
- 👤 5.890 inhabitants
- 🏨 12.396 tourist beds
- 🎿 52 runs
🚠 25 ski lifts
Average lift age: 37 years
When to visit
Praz de Lys Sommand in summer
In summer, Praz de Lys – Sommand transforms into a vast playground for nature and outdoor activity lovers. Hiking is king, with numerous marked trails leading to remarkable sites such as the Lac de Roy — a magnificent mountain lake — or the Pointe de Marcelly, offering a 360° panorama over the Alps and Lake Geneva. Mountain biking is also very popular, with routes for all levels through high pastures and forests. Paragliding finds well-regarded launch sites here. It is an ideal place for discovering alpine flora and fauna, mountain lake fishing, or simply enjoying the calm and beauty of the landscapes.
🎯 Things to do in summer:
✅ Road cycling • ✅ Downhill MTB • ✅ Enduro MTB • ✅ Hiking • ✅ Paragliding
Praz de Lys Sommand in winter
In winter, Praz de Lys – Sommand is a privileged destination for its exceptional Nordic offering and family alpine skiing. The Nordic ski area — one of the largest in Haute-Savoie with 60 km of trails — attracts cross-country skiers of all levels in a grandiose setting. The alpine ski area, with 55 km of runs, is ideal for families and intermediate skiers, offering varied descents with unbeatable views. The resort also offers numerous marked snowshoe routes, toboggan pistes and activities such as dog sledding or biathlon initiation. The atmosphere is convivial and authentic.
🎯 Things to do in winter:
✅ Alpine skiing • ✅ Cross-country skiing • ✅ Ski touring • ✅ Snowshoeing • ✅ Winter walks
Skiing
Below are the 3 ski areas accessible from Praz de Lys Sommand: Magic Pass (alpin), Praz de Lys Sommand (alpin), Praz de Lys – Sommand (nordique).
Ski area — Magic Pass
True skiing revolution, Magic Pass is seasonal pass giving unlimited access to 80+ ski-resort network. Born in Switzerland, this skiing key conquered the Alps and Jura by massively spreading in France. For 2025 season, it integrates 9 French resorts offering exceptional terrain diversity from North Alps’ grand domains to Jura’s authentic landscapes. Magic Pass concept is simple and attractive: single pass bought pre-season at more competitive price if purchased earliest. It offers unlimited access to all partner resorts from early November to late April. Promise of total freedom for gliding enthusiasts exploring new horizons each weekend without repurchasing passes. 2025 French offer deploys across three distinct, complementary territories: North Alps gems — with Grand-Bornand arrival, Magic Pass gets one Aravis jewels, renowned for varied skiing and charming village. Completed by Praz de Lys – Sommand offering nature skiing with grandiose panoramas. Léman balconies — pass accesses trio of resorts overlooking Lake Léman. Thollon Les Mémises, Les Brasses, Hirmentaz and Les Habères are family-excellence destinations renowned for spectacular views and convivial atmosphere. Jura massif strength — Magic Pass becomes Jura reference integrating its largest domains. Metabief, Mont d’Or sporty resort, Monts Jura and four gate-Geneva sites plus transborder Jura-sur-Léman space (French Rousses side) offer immense terrain for massif enthusiasts.
Ski area — Praz de Lys Sommand
⛰️ Altitudes: 1250 m – 1950 m
🎿 Alpine skiing: 55 km
💰 Day pass: 37.5 €
The Praz de Lys – Sommand alpine ski area offers 55 kilometres of runs between 1,240 and 2,000 metres altitude, linking the two plateaus of Praz de Lys and Sommand. It has 23 ski lifts (mainly drag lifts and several chairlifts) serving 55 runs: 7 green, 29 blue, 11 red and 6 black. This distribution makes it a particularly suited ski area for families and beginner to intermediate skiers, while offering some challenges for more experienced skiers. The ski area benefits from good sunshine and offers spectacular panoramas over Mont Blanc, the Aravis and the Chablais. A snowpark and boardercross runs complete the offering for new-discipline enthusiasts.
Cross-country ski area — Praz de Lys – Sommand
⛰️ Altitudes: 1420 m – 1640 m
🌲 Cross-country skiing: 60 km
💰 Day pass: 9 €
The Praz de Lys – Sommand Nordic ski area, labelled Nordic France, is one of the largest and most well-regarded in the region, extending across 60 kilometres of trails. Located on high-altitude plateaus at 1,500 m, it generally benefits from excellent snow cover. The trails are laid out for both classic and skating technique, offering great diversity of routes (3 green, 4 blue, 3 red, 1 black) through grandiose landscapes of high pastures and forests, with unbeatable views of Mont Blanc. Nordic lodges at Praz de Lys and Sommand provide equipment hire, information, warm rooms and sometimes light refreshments. The site is also ideal for biathlon.
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Ski pass prices — Praz de Lys Sommand
Current lift pass prices for ski areas accessible from Praz de Lys Sommand.
| Ski area | Day pass | 6-day pass | Season pass | Season (prices) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Magic Pass (alpin skiing) | N/A | N/A | 1010 € | 2026-2027 |
| Praz de Lys Sommand (alpin skiing) | 37.5 € | 187.5 € | 492 € | 2026-2027 |
| Praz de Lys – Sommand (nordique skiing) | 9 € | 51 € | 96 € | 2025-2026 |
Additional information
- Magic Pass: Le forfait prix du forfait Magic Pass est progressif. Ainsi, entre le 11 mars et le 8 avril 2025, le forfait était disponible à 444 € pour un adulte alors qu’il vous coûtera 999 € au cœur de la saison de ski.
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