If you want to ski down the mountain, you'll need to make it to the top first. Hop on Chômets 1 Ski Lift and enjoy the ride.
You'll find this mountainside transportation system in Mont-Dore. Once you've seen everything you can at Chômets 1 Ski Lift, head to nearby Puy de Sancy, Mont-Dore Station, and Lac Pavin.