History of the Lac Blanc ski resort

Nestled in the heart of the Vosges mountains, Lac Blanc ski resort is a premier destination for winter sports enthusiasts in Alsace.

Since its establishment, the resort has continually evolved to offer modern infrastructure and a variety of slopes suitable for all levels. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced skier, the resort promises an experience set in an exceptional natural environment. Discover the history of this human-sized resort that combines tradition, modernity, and environmental respect, and be charmed by the friendly atmosphere that makes Lac Blanc a unique place in the region.

Opening of the Lac Blanc resort in 1971

The Montjoie 1 ski lift and Carrefour 1 ski lift are created.
The Auberge du Vallon, with a capacity of 120 covers, opens its doors at Lac Blanc 900.
A snow groomer is acquired to ensure the maintenance of the station’s slopes.

The Carrefour 1 ski lift is doubled by the Carrefour 2 ski lift.
The Reissberg snack bar is created at 1,200 metres.

The Montjoie 1 ski lift is doubled by a new Montjoie ski lift.

The slalom stadium is created.
The “Station du Bonhomme” becomes “Station du Bonhomme – Lac Blanc” and joins the prestigious group of classified French resorts.

The Baby ski lift is created.
Nine automatic snow cannons are installed, mainly at the bottom of the Montjoie slope.

The Tinfronce ski lift is replaced by a larger ski lift.
The Montjoie slope is equipped with lighting, making it the largest slope in Europe designed for night skiing!

A ski lift is installed on the Bichette slope.
The Montjoie slope is fully equipped with automatic snow cannons, with an additional 19 high-pressure cannons.

The Auberge du Vallon is expanded, increasing its capacity from 120 to 250 covers.
A ski rental shop is created in the basement of the Auberge du Vallon.
The lower part of the slalom stadium is equipped with automatic snow cannons, with 12 cannons installed.

The resort is renamed “Station du Lac Blanc – Le Bonhomme – Orbey”.
The entire snow cannon system is fully automated and computer-controlled.
The Montjoie slope is brought up to standard for the new FIS certification.

The second part of the slalom stadium is equipped with automatic snow cannons.
The slalom stadium is also fitted with lighting.

The automatic snow production capacity is doubled with the installation of two 280 HP thermal compressors, enabling the snowmaking of a 1,500 m slope within 48 hours, with 20 to 30 cm of snow.
On 16 October, the prefectural authorization to operate the new compressors is obtained. On 17 October, the official inauguration of the new installation takes place!

The upper section (Baby and Carrefour slopes) is equipped with new generation snow cannons (lance cannons) to avoid the prolonged use of low-pressure snow cannons, thus eliminating the risk of oil leaks into nature.

The Reissberg snack bar is renovated to include 40 places for picnicking.
The ski rental at the Reissberg snack bar is expanded with the creation of a ski maintenance facility.
The high-pressure snow cannons in the lower part of the resort are replaced with new generation cannons.
The Refuge du Calvaire is acquired by the resort and renamed Auberge des Crêtes.

A water pump is added to the snow cannon system.
Shelters for snow cannons are built on the Montjoie slope and the slalom stadium.
The Auberge des Crêtes is expanded, increasing its capacity to 120 places indoors and 140 places on the terrace.

The Montjoie detachable 6-seater chairlift is put into service, remaining the only one of its kind in the Vosges Mountains to date.
A tunnel is built under the Route des Crêtes for skiers.
The La Maze blue slope is equipped with automatic snow cannons, reprofiled, and fitted with lighting.
New snow cannons, of the latest generation, are installed.
Additional parking spaces are created.