OUR STORY
A farmhouse in the heart of the alpine pastures, with 160 years of history
Built in 1858, Ferme Grand Montagne is steeped in history. Today fully renovated, it retains its period charm while offering optimal comfort for a most pleasant stay.
1858
Discover year after year the history of the Grand Montagne alpine pasture.
Our history
1858
The farmhouse was built by the Perillat family.
Construction of the access road to La Grand Montagne.
1930’s
1970
In 1970, there was no snow until January 26th. Then daily snowfall in February, March, and April, which caused a collapse on the North East side of the farm. It was subsequently renovated and inhabited by Christian Perillat.
Purchase of the Grand Montagne alpine pasture by Philippe GIROD, the renovation and restoration project was born.
2010
2022
After more than a year of work and the contribution of craftsmen specializing in period restoration, the Grand Montagne farmhouse is reclaiming its former form.
The reblochon, a tradition deeply rooted in the history of this farmhouse
The reblochon was born in the 13th century and was granted AOP status in 1958. Only 3 breeds of cow can produce milk for reblochon: Abondance, Montbéliarde and Tarine.
Ferme d’Alpage La Grand Montagne was built by the Perrillat family in 1858. This farmhouse housed a herd of Abondance cattle and the equipment necessary for the production of farmhouse reblochon in summer.
The Girod family, professionally very involved in the world of dairy products, took over the management of Les Aravis in Thônes. They then continued the ageing and marketing of products from 1986 to 1991, with a strong involvement from the producers of our mountains. During this period, the farmhouse reblochons made by Denis Perrillat were regularly delivered to Les Aravis.
Subsequently, Philippe Girod created the Giralp brand, commercialised dairy products and took over La Laiterie du Mont Aiguille, at an altitude of 900 metres.
This small unit collected cow’s milk, organic cow’s milk, sheep’s milk and goat’s milk, to be transformed into yoghurts and cheeses.
Philippe Girod, owner since 8 October 2010 of the southern side of La Grand Montagne, has also been an organic meadow farmer for many years.
The hay from his meadows is partly delivered to a farm in Le Grand-Bornand.
A local gastronomic experience
It is possible to have the reblochon cellar stocked before your arrival at the farmhouse. The reblochon comes from a farm in Le Grand-Bornand.
Visit our farmhouse
Discover a unique place, with a timeless soul
La Grand Montagne
Chemin de la Grande Montagne
74450, Grand-Bornand