PASSION VERTICALE
Read moreLovers of thrills and vertigo, you have found your guide. Michel Mondié (30 years spent in the elite of mountain rescue) invites you to a sportive and playful discovery of the beautiful Catalan Country: climbing, via ferrata, canyoning, hiking. There is something for all levels and all publics. Attention: small structure so pampered supervision and absolute safety! And we can tell you, it really favours human relations and knows how to adapt to the level of each one. Le Petit Futé really loved it and spent unforgettable moments!
H20 RAFTING
Read moreSince 1994, the H2o Sport Landry Center has distinguished itself as the preferred choice for outdoor activities in Savoie, benefiting from recognized expertise in whitewater and mountain sports. With four strategically located bases in the region, including the Isère River in Landry and the Doron de Bozel in Moutiers, as well as a variety of options such as E-Mountain Scoot, E-Bike and Deval Bike in Vallandry, H2o offers adventures to suit everyone. This diversity guarantees memorable outdoor experiences for all adventure enthusiasts.
BIG BALL
Read moreThe Grand Ballon is a truly astronomical coup… High point of the Vosges massif (1,424 m altitude) it is easy to access when snow is not part of the game, and fully accessible in the winter, including when a thick layer of fresh snow covers its gentle slopes and access paths. To get there, just take the roads open on its slopes (the Cranes Road, on the other side, is closed in winter), for example from Thann, and then snake nicely until the foot of the summit via Goldbach-Altenbach. The last kilometers in winter may require the establishment of chains or the use, at minimum, of snow tires. In winter always, unless you know the place perfectly, we strongly advise you to go up the day to track the path to go to the radôme and even mark the route through a GPS. This detection avoids a few disagreements when, very close to the summit, possible locks interfere in the last hectometers. It is equally imperative to take into account the weather conditions (only a completely clear night can give the green light for such a shipment). The ideal way is to make the end of the day, attend the sunset, then descend by the same path during the evening or night. Snowshoes may be required. In all cases the climb, which lasts less than 30 minutes, must take place from the parking lot of the Grand Ballon pass (and the corresponding hotel), i. e. slope is, and not on the other side (west slope) whose path is less direct, thus more difficult (the transformed snow can be icy!). Finally, last advice: it can be very cold up there, all the more so since the wind (ice in winter) can get off the side and accentuate the sensation… Very hot clothes are therefore mandatory, as are front lamps (white or red light) for the rise or descent at night. The other basic accessories are added to this package: mobile phone with duly loaded, thermos with hot drink, cereal bars in case of fringal, foot and hands heaters in case of very cold, and photographic material (box + tripod) if you wish to immortalize the event and the celestial vault.
What do we see once up there? At this altitude and with much of the light pollution rejected in valleys and east towards the big cities, it is a small slap waiting for the visitor, caught between the quality of the sky offered, the vision on the valleys around (sometimes submerged by sea of spectacular clouds), and the ghosts of the radôme, its control building, and the Blue Diables monument a little lower. If the moon is present during the visit (in neighborhood for example), blafards and strange white reflections on snow slopes appear to be unreal. In summer, the vision is less spectacular and access is easier, it is not rare to cross a few lovers of night lights coming to impregnate the atmosphere of the place. In any case, and regardless of the number of hours spent up there, once you're down, you're coming to pinch and wonder if we really have experienced this adventure!
VIA FERRATA ROCHE DU MONT
Une aventure au pays de Courbet. Depuis la roche du mont, un parcours ...Read more
STATION DE SKI DU COL DE BONNECOMBE
Read moreNext to Lac de Bonnecombe, this family-friendly resort offers 35 km of trails dedicated to skiing (3 trails), snowshoeing (2 trails) and Nordic hiking (2 trails). Next to the reception building, there's a beginners' area and a toboggan run. In the Relais des Lacs area, another zone is reserved for the growing number of snow-kite enthusiasts. Outside the winter season, this is the place to be for the fête de la transhumance and to enjoy the fine weather by the lake!
CAP GUÉRY - CENTRE MONTAGNARD
Read moreThe Cap Guéry mountain center is an outdoor Nordic activity center perched at an altitude of 1,268 meters. It boasts 58 km of classic and skating trails, 30 km of Nordic itineraries and 28 km of marked snowshoe trails. In winter, you can enjoy cross-country skiing, of course, as well as snowshoeing, dog sledding and introductory laser rifle shooting. Many outings are supervised, allowing you to discover the wide-open spaces of the Sancy. Some nature outings are truly exceptional and rich in emotion. To round off the day, dine in the kota grill (reservations required). For the little ones, there's a play area for learning about the snow-covered mountains.
In summer, nature changes, and so do the activities. Hike, mountain bike or ride an electric scooter to discover the volcanic landscape and its flora and fauna. With friends or family, you can have fun on the Terra Alta trail, an unusual exploration course. There's something for every taste and level. You'll find all the equipment you need to rent, as well as a reception area, an out-of-bag room, a snack bar and why not stay in one of the two wooden cabins in winter, or in the lodge tents in summer... A real nature break awaits you!
STATION DES 7 LAUX
Read moreA station made up of three interconnected stations on two slopes: Le Pleynet on the sunrise side, Prapoutel and Pipay on the sunset side. A resort full of resources in every season to offer us the best of the mountains. A resort that has opted for modernization and now boasts a superb range of facilities, including some of the most modern ski lifts in France. Several Nordic skiing areas. Magnificent landscapes for nature and snow lovers.
SNOWWORLD
Read moreFrance's longest indoor ski slope, Snowworld has everything you need to experience the pleasures of winter sports, whatever the season! A 100 m long beginners' slope and a 620 m long run, all 35 m wide. Come and ski, snowboard, toboggan and even float down the snow-covered slopes. New evening passes even let you ski after work at a special rate. All the equipment you need is available for hire. Catering and drinks on site.
LES SAISIES ESPACE DIAMANT
Read moreA family resort which is among the vast ski fields that make the Savoy rich, especially with the Espace Diamant linking Notre-Dame-de-Bellecombe, Crest-Voland Cohennoz, Flumet and Praz-sur-Arly with Saisies. An alpine ski area composed of 84 ski lifts, 154 tracks for a total of 185 km. Seizures is still a world-class cross-border skiing area.
STATION DU MARKSTEIN
Read moreSituated at an altitude of 1,247 m, the resort renews summer and winter activities, making it a popular place for sports enthusiasts. The alpine ski slopes are open at night and the slalom stadium for World Cup races has been completely refurbished and equipped with snow-making machines. In the summer, the resort remains very attractive, as it is equipped with toboggans on rails, a salto-trampoline and a miniature golf course. Don't miss out on a paragliding or hang gliding tour either, as the site is a perfect place to take off. To get there, there is the ridge shuttle.
STATION DE SKI DU LAC BLANC 1200
Read moreMore than 14 km of downhill ski runs and 67 km of cross-country ski runs, 153 snow guns, 7 ski lifts and a 6-seater detachable chairlift, but also a freestyle area (with a boardercross), a snowpark, a Nordic Park (which has been awarded the So Nordic label ), a trail for sled dogs and ski joering, two secure toboggan runs and a 1 km Trick Track (4 seasons)... This superb resort has absolutely nothing to envy to its Alpine alter egos! And in summer, it's mountain biking!
LIORAN AVENTURE
Read moreYou will find nearly one hundred activities arranged from 1.20 meters to 25 meters high in the green jungle of Lioran. A course has been specially designed for toddlers - 1 m minimum. This set of aerial games: zip lines, bridges, lianas, can be practiced in complete safety with family, friends or colleagues. You just have to adapt your course to your physical level and your apprehension threshold. If you feel like it, or if you are still in the mood, you can try bungee jumping from a big tree.
DOMAINE DU GRAND-BORNAND
Read moreThe downhill ski area covers the village of Grand-Bornand and the high-altitude hamlet of Chinaillon. Lifts leave from Le Lachat (lower village or Grand-Bornand) and from La Floria and Le Maroly (upper village or Chinaillon). Accessible by TandemSki, a wheelchair adapted for people with reduced mobility and driven by a qualified instructor. Don't hesitate to extend your ski pass to the Aravis ski area, with the resorts of La Clusaz, Manigod and Saint-Jean-de-Sixt (211 km of pistes), where ski-bus connections are available throughout the day. You can buy your ski pass online, without waiting. New snow sports enthusiasts are not forgotten either, with the SnowparkGB regularly ranked as one of France's top facilities. You can record your run on the VideoparkKGB (Airbag) video zone and view it at the park hut or on your cell phone. Downhill enthusiasts can take to the Dénivel'Maxx, a 3 km non-stop descent with a 1,100 m vertical drop. On Tuesday and Thursday evenings, the Charmieux chairlift is in operation and the slope is lit up from 5pm to 9pm for night-time descents. New sensations on skis, yooner, paret, snow-coot, véloski and fatbike! The Rosay site is ideal for beginners, with a world-record 230 m-long, fully-covered Alpage Express carpet for a wide range of descents. Don't miss the superb Grandborama gondolas, like a contemporary art gallery suspended in mid-air.
SKIMANIA LYON
Read moreEcological, economical and 100% practical, Skimania is still the best way to get to the resorts of the Alps. With Skimania, you can take the metro to one of the 7 departure points in the Lyon metropolitan area and be whisked away to the snowy peaks in a Grand Tourisme coach. Skimania will provide you with a ski pass and a breakfast snack. Head for the finest resorts - Alpe d'Huez, Chamrousse, Courchevel, La Clusaz, La Plagne, Les 7 Laux, Les Arcs, Les Saisies, Méribel, Tignes and Valmorel - in the best conditions.
TREMPLINS OLYMPIQUES
Read moreThe captivating history of ski jumping is rooted in the enchanting setting of Courchevel, a recognized sanctuary for the discipline, acclaimed for its Olympic stadium and its unwavering commitment to nurturing emerging talent. Let's go back in time to the 1940s, when a handful of daring adventurers wrote the first chapters of this saga on a humble wooden springboard. Over the years, ski jumping has become an integral part of alpine ski training, perpetuating the birth of this growing legend.
MOUNTAIN TWISTER
Read moreAn "all-weather" toboggan run on rails awaits you, offering a breathtaking experience for even the bravest of riders. This adventure stretches for almost 800 meters, with sections reaching up to 8 meters above the ground. You'll face blistering accelerations, sheer turns, 360 and 540-degree spins, as well as a series of thrilling waves. But don't worry, if you prefer a less intense experience, simply grab the joysticks and adjust your speed to your heart's content!
STATION HIVER ET ÉTÉ
Read moreA magical site overlooking the lake of Serre-Ponçon in the heart of an immense larch forest. A ski area with beautiful slopes for experienced skiers and areas designed for beginners through the woods. In total, 100 km with 36 slopes, 17 lifts and 1 recent and well thought out snowpark. Numerous white activities - snowshoeing, tobogganing, paragliding, snow scooters - and many summer possibilities - hiking, mountain biking, SpeedLine... - when the heat crushes the shores of the Serre-Ponçon lake below.
GLISSES
Read moreIn recent years, Risoul, in association with the Forêt Blanche ski area, has made its mark in the field of new snow sports. With 116 runs totalling 185 km, the area offers a wide variety of courses, including 7 snowparks, 2 boardercrosses, a renowned KL run, and two natural toboggan runs. Forêt Blanche is a welcoming destination for all skiers. Cross-country ski enthusiasts also have 17 km of marked trails at their disposal. In summer, white water sports await you on the Durance and Guil rivers.
DOMAINE DU CHIOULA
Read moreIt is the second Nordic resort of the Ax valleys after the Plateau de Beille. Intended for cross-country skiers, hikers and walkers, the Domain benefits from numerous forest paths in the middle of 5,000 hectares of woods and virgin spaces. A total of 65 km of tracks, groomed and marked out following the natural course of the paths to the gates of the villages or at the foot of the remains of the Cathar castle of Montaillou. Pedestrian itineraries and 15 km of marked trails for snowshoeing. Restaurant in the center of the resort with panoramic terrace.
STATION DE SKI AX 3 DOMAINES
Read moreFrom the Bonascre plateau to the Saquet peak, the largest ski area in Ariège and the most complete in the Pyrenees extends, an admirable site where snow and sun are married for eternity in the heart of a wild nature. The 3 Domaines unite the slopes of Bonascre, Saquet and Campels and communicate with each other in a single, vast carpet of skiing. Thanks to the quality of its facilities for the disabled, Ax has been awarded the Handisport label. A cable car links the town to the resort.
LES MONTS D’OLMES - STATION DE SKI
Read moreThe Monts d'Olmes have a significant snow coverage with a battery of snow cannons. The slopes are short, but technically interesting and very pleasant. Ideal for skiing or surfing thanks to facilities that will delight surfers. On-line ski pass refill. Very nice and patient reception of the cashiers. A resort that we like for its family side. In summer, Tyrolean descent in mountain bike, arapaho. In summer and winter, discover a grandiose natural setting.
GLACIER DES DEUX-ALPES
Read moreAs a result of global warming at high altitude, this glacier - one of Europe's largest skiable glaciers - is losing its thickness, making it impossible to ski in July and August. So, depending on conditions, it's a late spring/early summer opening to enjoy this unique site. After taking the Jandri Express and a sub-glacial funicular, you can climb the Dôme de Puy-Sallié to an altitude of 3,421 metres, opening up a superb panorama from the Belvédère des Écrins. Pedestrian access for a unique walk on the heights.
ESPACE VILLARD DE LANS - CORRENCON
Read moreA 4-season resort that has invested heavily in recent years to improve its ski area - 57 runs, 125 km of trails, 21 ski lifts - by offering all the new glides. Hands-free ski passes that can be recharged via the Internet. In summer, the resort is transformed to make room for many outdoor activities: road biking, mountain biking, bike park, hiking, trail, adventure course, via ferrata... Exceptional playground.
LE COLLET D’ALLEVARD
Read moreAt an altitude of 1,450 m, Le Collet d'Allevard is a family resort par excellence. It also owes its reputation to its nightlife! One evening a week from 8pm to 10pm (most likely on Fridays, but the day can change), Collet d'Allevard becomes one of Europe's biggest night skiing areas, with 10 floodlit runs. Other winter activities include snowshoeing on 5 marked itineraries with free access, or Nordic skiing with 50 km of trails. In summer, hiking takes center stage, with numerous marked trails.
PRA LOUP
Read morePleasant and friendly, Pra-Loup is one of the most famous resorts of the Alpes de Haute Provence. Its 180 km of tracks allow to connect the domain of Foux-d'Allophones by the Agneliers. The station has 4 lifts, 80 of which are cable, 40 of which have a purple brand Milka… and the famous Rider Space, which offers ha of facilities for extreme sports. The resort on a family atmosphere (Label family Plus Mountain in 2006) with activities for all ages : a fitted luge space, quad and 4 x 4 children and a creative animation program : creation of neige, hunting of clues, contes,), modelling and carving… Practice if time isn't the !
SPEED LUGE VERCORS
Read morePractical and sensational, the first 4-season sled just outside Grenoble, in the heart of the Vercors. Alone, with family or friends, experience and share strong emotions as you hurtle down the slope at a maximum speed of 40 km/h. Adrenalin in the middle of nature by running 1.3 km of track on rails. 134 meters of difference in level, slopes up to 25%... In short, 6 minutes of unforgettable sensations accessible to all (children from 3 years old in duo, children from 8 years old in solo, accessible to PRM). Parents can also wait for their children at the Speed-Luge Café.
VIA FERRATA DU REGARDOIR
Read moreOpened in 2012, this via ferrata is becoming an essential part of the region. This 350 m ski hiking route runs through the «Sous» cliff and offers stunning views of the lake Vouglans and its surroundings. Neither too simple nor too athletic, it allows everyone, according to its abilities, to begin to embark on this type of touristic-sports excursion thanks to 2 itineraries. Take an average of 1 hours to make this trip as a couple, group or family. An initiation course of 90 m (45 minutes and 15 minutes échappatoire) allows children (minimum size required: 1,10 m) to discover too, the joys of via ferrata. We advise you to do it in the morning in the morning to avoid the hot and reverberation of the rays of the sun on the lake. For non-insiders: it is possible to have you accompanied by: all information on the website or at the Moirans tourist office.
TÉLÉPHÉRIQUE DU MONT-BOCHOR
Read moreIt all began in 1951 with the construction of a service ropeway, a rudimentary device designed to transport equipment and tools by cable. In 1952, the cableway was officially inaugurated. Today, the cableway takes you to an altitude of 2,010 meters in just 3 minutes, offering spectacular views in both summer and winter. With gradients of up to 92%, an ascent of 586 meters, and some 170,000 passengers carried in winter.
OFFICE DES SPORTS DE MONTAGNE
Read moreFor over 35 years, the Office des Sports de Montagne has been offering a wide range of activities to satisfy visitors' thirst for adventure. Forerunners in canyoning, they introduced the first all-inclusive packages for these activities. They also offer year-round outdoor activities such as via ferrata, water trekking in Spain, rafting on the Neste d'Aure, downhill scootering, paragliding, snowshoe trekking, and much more!
STATION DE SKI DE GOULIER
Read moreAbove Auzat and Vicdessos, it is by a winding road that you will reach this small Sport Nature resort at the foot of Montcalm. One of the most convivial of the department, far from the spirit of competition. You almost feel at home. It is possible to combine two sporting activities by going from the spatulas to the stirrup with weekends of skiing and horse riding. 4 ski lifts, 6 trails including 2 green 2 red 2 blue summarize the whole circuit of 7km. Children's area.
SITE NORDIQUE DU HAUT VERCORS
Read more122 km of skating and alternating cross-country trails with 2 access points: Villard de Lans/Bois-Barbu and Corrençon en Vercors/les Hauts Plateaux. A space of freedom in a grandiose setting often compared to Canada. Restaurants and refuges for breaks. 2 stadiums for discovering biathlon, the Nordic discipline that won the most medals at the last Olympic Games. Discovery and children's areas.
ESPACE DIAMANT
Read moreThe Espace Diamant ski area comprises 6 village resorts, including the charming Praz-sur-Arly, with a skiable area stretching from 1,000 to 2,069 meters above sea level, between the Beaufortain massif, the Val d'Arly and the Mont-Blanc region: 192 kilometers of downhill skiing, 170 trails, 82 lifts, 123 kilometers of Nordic skiing, as well as 5 snowparks and 3 boardercrosses make up this vast winter sports area, which is more than equal to the biggest in the Alps. Located 4 kilometers from Megève, the Praz-sur-Arly ski area focuses on family activities that are accessible to all: downhill and Nordic skiing, and new winter sports. Nostalgic skiers will appreciate an introduction to the yooner, the modernized version of the paret, a toboggan with one runner, or ski joëring, pulled by a horse. The ski school runs a "snow garden" area for ages 3 and up. From the age of 8, snowshoeing is the perfect way to discover animal tracks. More unusual and for all ages, a hot-air balloon flight over the Alps for an unforgettable day. For those who prefer to keep their feet on the ground and watch the majestic ballet of the balloons, the "montgolfiades" bring the resort to life every January. In summer, the Espace Diamant opens its trails to mountain bikers, trail runners and hikers, who enjoy a unique panorama of the Mont-Blanc chain. A sparkling, multi-faceted area, like a Diamond, an exceptional outdoor playground for vacations in all seasons.
DOMAINE LA BRESSE LISPACH ALPIN
Read moreIn Alpine skiing, the Bresse Lispach is a small family resort of six tracks (2 green, 2 blue, 1 red, 1 black) with 5 ski lifts and 7 snow cannons, of all levels overlooking the lake of Lispach.
DOMAINE SKIABLE DE VAL LOURON
Read moreOverlooking the Aure and Louron valleys, this modestly sized resort is specially designed for families and beginners. A vast, dedicated area lies in the heart of the fir trees, offering special attention to young children with services such as day care. Ski lessons, given by experienced instructors and adapted to all levels, are also available. Explore the website to discover in detail all the offers dedicated to children and families. One of the highlights of the resort is its setting, dominated by peaks and overlooking the Col d'Azet. At the top of the slopes, experienced skiers can enjoy an exceptional panorama, stretching from the mountains to Lac de Génos and even the Lannemezan foothills. In this car-free resort, getting around is both short and safe. It's important to emphasize that pleasure takes precedence over performance here. A magnificent tobogganing area is accessible free of charge, and every Thursday during the vacations, a torchlight descent adds a special touch. 2018 marked a notable innovation with the installation of an incredible covered carpet in the beginners' area. Thanks to a splendid play of lights, the carpet changes color as you ascend, creating a spectacular, hypnotic bubble. With guaranteed snow cover, affordable ski passes and a wide range of accommodation, Val Louron has everything it takes to win you over
DOMAINE SKIABLE DES CONTAMINES
Read moreAlpine skiing in the Contamines-Hauteluce area is possible thanks to the 25 ski lifts located between 1,200 and 2,500 meters of altitude, giving access to 48 runs over 120 km. 3 secured Xzones dedicated to new glides. This ski area is part of the larger Evasion Mont-Blanc ski area. For Nordic skiing, 23 km of groomed and marked trails (paying), on the classified site of Notre-Dame-de-la-Gorge. In the summer, beautiful hikes or mountain bike rides.
CIRCUIT RAQUETTE
Read moreThe Mauselaine ski area offers a 9-kilometer snowshoe trail open to all. This marked trail first crosses the tobogganing area before entering the forest, temporarily following the track that links up with the Bas-Rupt Nordic area. Other snowshoe trails are also accessible, with maps available from the Gérardmer tourist office. During vacation periods and at weekends, shuttles are available from the town to take you to the starting point of the trails and snowshoe circuit.
DOMAINE DU COL DE LA SCHLUCHT
Read moreCome and discover the very first ski resort in the Vosges; the Schlucht ski area has existed since 1936. Today, the estate has two blue slopes, a snowpark and a 700 m boarder cross. Extending over 2 ha, the snowpark has a 6 m long gun box, two big air lines, rails... When the weather permits, snow scooters and downhill bicycles are allowed. In summer, don't worry, you can do other equally exhilarating activities such as the summer toboggan with 107 metres of altitude difference, 2 slopes of 850 metres! This resort is ideal for beginners and will satisfy everyone.
DOMAINE SKIABLE
21 ski slopes including the longest in the Vosges (2,900 m) for a total of ...Read more
FONT D’URLE / CHAUD CLAPIER
Read moreThis small resort ranges from 1,250 m, at the foot of the slopes, to 1,700 m, at the summit, in the shelter of a natural cirque and is aimed at lovers of all types of skiing. The Nordic area offers 176 km of trails in a wild environment on 3 sites: Chaud Clapier, Lente and Col de Carri. For downhill skiing there are 9 ski lifts and 16 trails. There are also sledges, snowshoes, dog sledding and snowkiting. In summer, it's hiking on the magnificent Font d'Urle mountain pasture, home of the marmot families.
VIA FERRATA DE LA ROCHE
The via ferrata de la Roche au Dade guarantees 1h30 to 2h of vertiginous ...Read more
SKI CLUB DE NÎMES
Read moreNîmes is fortunate to be a impartiality between the Pyrenees, the Alps and the Cévennes-Lozere, any region where skiing can be done in winter. For the Cevennes, it is less than an hour's drive away. The Ski Club de Nîmes, which celebrated its 75 years of existence in 2010, organizes skiing/surfing or day-to-day hiking, as well as weekends or snow stays. You are Méribel or Mont-Aiguoual? For the day, the departure is often given around 4 am in the morning (!) with a scheduled return around 22 pm. Will there be sport!
SKI
Read moreThe Dévoluy ski area links two resorts: Superdévoluy and La Joue du Loup. It lies between altitudes of 1,500 and 2,500 m, with 100 km of pistes, a snowpark, 2 beginners' zones and 3 high-altitude restaurants. There are also 18 km of pistes for cross-country skiers and 20 km of multi-activity trails for pedestrians.
STATION DES ESTABLES
Read moreThe Station station is the highest in the Massif Central at 1 350 m above sea level, located at the foot of Mount Mezenc (1 753 m) and Mount Alambre (1 691 m), it is part of the northern domain of Mezenc. The 70 km of the Nordic domain will delight the amateurs of alpine skiing, with 5 ski lifts and 1 babyski, 4 green tracks, 2 blue, 1 red, 1 black and 1 snow garden with snow and 50 km of ski slopes from the bottom of the forest house. Tracing is carried out for alternative skiing and skating. The large spaces of the Mezenc are suitable for snow snowshoe rides with 4 marked circuits or 15,5 km, or traîneaux dogs around Rock-pie. Over 1 500 m, the conditions are met for the practice of snowkite, for lovers of new sensations on the snow. The area of initiation and the luge space are located at the start of the tracks. Snow-controlled activities of a monitor or accompanist of the association Mezenc'Impulse are also proposed, and each will find its rhythm and level of practice. Every winter, several demonstrations animate the station.
DOMAINE DU CIRQUE DU LYS
Read moreThe Cirque du Lys ski area, one of two attached to the Cauterets resort, boasts the highest snowfall in the French Pyrenees. Offering 36 km of runs at altitudes between 1,730 and 2,450 meters, it features a wide variety of itineraries, served by 13 lifts. Accessible in 12 minutes by the Lys gondola, the heart of the resort houses a ski school, a snow garden and a high-altitude restaurant. The 20 runs include challenging descents, a slalom run and a renowned snowpark.
CHIENS DE TRAÎNEAU
Read moreTo drive a sled pulled by polar dogs under the passionate eye of Bruno - several times champion of France - and Dominique Stritmatter, experienced musher, you just have to register online or by phone. It's an enriching experience from many points of view: environment, relationship with the animal, discovery of sliding, etc. Special mention to the night trip, with trapper's meal, during which only the starlight joins the adventure. An experience in the heart of nature. Unique in France!
COMPAGNIE DES GUIDES DE CHAMONIX
Read moreA company whose name is intertwined with the history of mountaineering, and above all the best address to find qualified and passionate guides. Because of overcrowding, ropes without certified professional guides become risky. Calling on these experienced guides is therefore a guarantee of safety. Some multi-day ski tours are for experienced skiers and the ascent of Mont Blanc cannot be improvised, a real physical and technical preparation is necessary. Hiking, climbing, snowboarding, heli-skiing, snowshoeing, tour of Mont Blanc, many packages are offered, for all levels, summer and winter: TMB (Tour du Mont-Blanc) in 5 days with an option to carry a bag; the mountains and wonders of the Aosta Valley in 6 days; more affordable, for families, the Chamonix Valley in five days; an introduction to mountaineering in three days, etc. With almost two centuries of history (it was created in 1821), the Compagnie des Guides de Chamonix-Mont-Blanc has become a true legend. The mountain house, which also houses the French Ski School and the Cham'Aventure company, offers a free information point, the Office de Haute Montagne. Three weather reports are posted here every day, just like at the neighboring tourist office: always highly recommended before any outing, on any terrain, even if it is considered easy. An office is also open during the season in Argentière.
MAISON DE LA MONTAGNE DE SAINT-LARY
Read moreThe Maison de la Montagne brings together professionals who will help you discover the mountain in all its aspects. From hiking to climbing the great massifs, from dog sledding to cross-country skiing, including ice climbing, canyoning or rafting, whether in winter or summer, there are many possibilities, for all ages and all levels of practice: just ask them for advice. The prices are also very interesting.
CAMINANDO
Read moreCaminando, a group of passionate guides, offers a unique exploration of the Pyrenees. Offering a variety of activities, from hiking to mountaineering, they cater for all levels. These local experts guarantee a memorable experience, combining sport, culture and gastronomy. They will guide you off the beaten track, in small groups or on your own, for an enriching and convivial discovery. The adventure is punctuated by gourmet breaks and exchanges, creating lasting memories. An unforgettable exploration of the Pyrenees.
STATION DE SPORT D'HIVER
Read moreJust a few kilometers from the village, the resort is tucked away in the forest between 1,200 and 1,400 meters above sea level. It offers 35 km of cross-country ski trails, which can be extended to the Espace Aubrac resorts and a further 200 km. The alpine ski area includes 6 trails for beginners and advanced skiers alike, including a red run. there are 4 marked trails for snowshoeing, a tobogganing area and dog sledding routes. Rental equipment is available on site.
DOMAINE DU PONT D'ESPAGNE
Read moreThis domain is an exceptional site mainly dedicated to Nordic leisure activities. The forest covers the valley and hides the cross-country ski trails. The 5 circuits unfold their rails over 36 km. Amateurs can learn biathlon on a shooting range, from 8 years old. There are also routes for snowshoeing. In summer, there are numerous hikes of varying difficulty. The Gaube lake and the Pont d'Espagne waterfall are unavoidable.