Sports and leisure activities Provence-Alpes-Côte D'Azur

The discovery of sumptuous landscapes by snow scooter, a real nature adventure. The rental of snow scooters is offered for guided tours, for 1 or 2 people per machine. The ride is done in a part of the ski area (plains sector) for 30 minutes or 1 hour, with a view on the heights at sunset. For safety reasons, the first departure is at 5:30 pm, after the slopes have closed. Information and reservations are required depending on the weather conditions at the bottom of the Aiguille slope.

Accommodation, catering, access to the boat, parking, the reception of the non-divers, are grouped on the same site, by the sea. Divers operate in the waters of Port Cros National Park, on wrecks - according to their level - and around Porquerolles.

The center was built in 1968 and renovated for the comfort and welcome of individuals, schools and sportsmen of the Val de Durance. It is equipped with indoor and outdoor infrastructures. Within its walls, a multi-activity pool of 25 m with 6 swimming lanes and a paddling pool. Outside the walls, there is a vintage diving pit, a 25 m Nordic pool and a multi-sports field. All year round, swimming lessons are given for children and adults.

Little known for its wine tradition compared to other Provençal communes, Martigues is nevertheless an interesting destination for lovers of good wines. A discovery trail with several circuits allows you to take the pulse of the local production and admire magnificent landscapes during your walk. You will pass through estates that are mostly PDO Aix-en-Provence or PGI Mediterranean. Sun-drenched wines that you will be able to discover throughout your walk

In the Queyras, opportunities for exploration abound, but a good level of fitness is essential due to the significant differences in altitude. If you're interested in this prospect, an excellent starting point would be to acquire the "Promenades VTT dans le Queyras" topo-guide, available from all the region's Tourist Offices. This guide features itinerary sheets at different levels, with detailed descriptions. For mountain bikers, the Saint-Véran and Col d'Izoard climbs are exciting challenges.

The Thirty strains pass - 2 018 m altitude -, the field pass - 2 095 m altitude. The altitude farms, interesting specimens of agriculture and mountain breeding, get to know the town hall because some are closed at different times of the year. The Saint Barnabé Plateau, accessible by car by the D 78, offers a very beautiful view over the whole Val d'Entraunes. Chastelonnette and Chapel Notre-Dame-de-la-Mercy, always by the D 78.

Mat & Eau Rafting is a small structure specialized in white water sports. The humor in the name we have chosen guarantees a good time. Mathieu Bresson, Lolo and their team of state-qualified guides offer you to discover activities such as rafting, canoe-raft (hot dog), kayak-raft (air boat), white water swimming (hydrospeed), aquatic trekking or canyoning. Requirements: be able to swim and be at least 8 years old (14 years old for hydrospeed). Special rates for groups and families.

This group of friends, all seasoned mountain professionals, share their extensive mountain experience with the public. Their activities include the supervision of many mountain activities, in all seasons: white water sports, climbing and mountaineering, hiking, cross-country skiing or snowshoeing, via ferrata of Tende, La Brigue and Peille. They provide the necessary equipment and also offer multi-activity stays adaptable to families.

A good address for all whitewater activities in the region, to be enjoyed with the whole family (including a special package for children aged 7 and over and "family" rates) and above all in complete safety with seasoned professionals: rafting, hydrospeed, cano-raft, air-boat... all whitewater sports on the Guisane and Romanche rivers. More than 15 years' experience for descents on more or less challenging courses. On the Pontillas lake, paddle and yoga for zen in the middle of the mountains. Picnic facilities available.

A circuit that has exceeded its 50 years of sliding. Perfect for learning and perfecting ice driving in winter. Sport baptism, lessons and training courses of various lengths and levels, gift ideas, competitions, the opportunities to measure yourself against ice driving are numerous and adapted to everyone. In January, stage of the 100% electric E-Andros Trophy. Don't miss the Ronde Hivernale in January to slip into older sports cars.

Long live the white water in the Serre-Chevalier valley! On the Guisane river, we leave with the family for a white water swimming course, in canoraft or with the air boat, exclusive to Rivières Évasion. Instructors passionate about beautiful rivers and alpine torrents will take you on board in complete safety to discover white water activities, from rafting to kayaking, canyoning and hydrospeed. Length and technicality adapted to the courses, availability and sympathy of the instructors, you will escape on the rivers. Possibility of welcoming people with disabilities.

Mountain biking is the trendy sport that replaces winter skiing on the steep slopes in the summer. You will be able to exercise while enjoying the fresh air and the beautiful landscapes of the resort which blossoms in the beautiful days. The terrain of Montgenèvre is mostly suitable for this and the ski lifts play the game, with a gondola for example. You can easily access to various downhill runs (1 bike park with 12 trails) adapted to all levels. You can get information by phone : 04 92 21 91 73.

What a beautiful name that the wood of lovers! To reach it, you must get down to the second stop of the lift and go to the Lovers bar. Nature lovers and strong sensations, since it is an acrobatic journey in the forest, from larch to larch by hanging strings. Courses in trees with a duration of about two hours, with vertigineux passages more than 10 metres.

Linked to the one of Molines, the ski area of Saint-Véran offers the largest area of Queyras. At this high altitude, the domain culminates at 2 830 meters, the snow is well present under a sun which allows us to enjoy splendid landscapes. Panoramic view with the emblematic Mont-Viso as a focal point. Descents on virgin slopes for freeriders or in the larch trees at your ease. 34 trails for all levels. 55 km of Nordic trails and itineraries.

In Montgenèvre, the mountains aren't just for winter activities, even as one of the world's oldest winter sports resorts. In summer, too, the terrain offers descents, races, flights, slides and rides. Since the inauguration of the Bike Park, Montgenèvre has established itself as the ideal place for mountain bikers of all levels: downhill, of course, but also cross-country, four-cross and trials for thrill-seekers. And let's not forget the summer toboggan, the famous Monty Express, with its 1,400-metre downhill run!

This is the place of meeting on the snow front to know about the activities of the station. The Espace Partenaire is home to the tourist office of the tourist office, ski schools, the possibility of biking-biking, ski club, a medical office, a seminar space… the central and indispensable location of the station for all requests for information, it also has the elegance of wooden constructions.

During the winter season, Auron's main square is transformed into a magnificent ice rink. Whether you're a novice or a seasoned skater, you'll enjoy gliding across the ice, provided you dress appropriately if you decide to venture out for this nocturnal experience. During the festive Christmas season, merry melodies accompany the turns and accelerations of the sliding enthusiasts. Be aware of the crowds if you are accompanied by young children. Seats are available to watch the skaters and relax.

A fairly versatile address in light aviation, but mainly interested in glider fans. A good, more global idea: the relief and the climate very well suited to it, offering a discovery from the sky of all the countries of the Buëch.

The tourist office in Veynes will be pleased to inform you of the contact details of the. Ask them specifically about the extension of a fairly practical flat-rate formula, called «Retrouvance»: for several days, luggage transportation, meals and home-inn accommodation. Probably the best way to discover the whole country in summer… or even in winter with a "Retrouvance" version snowshoes. In any case, climate data here are such that walking can be almost permanent, even if one is not a fanatic of this activity.

Over 30 years' experience, supervision and equipment to make the most of the surrounding torrents, with most white-water activities: rafting, hydrospeed, hot-dog - inflatable canoe - or canyoning. This experienced office also organizes hiking tours to discover the flora and fauna, as well as via ferrata and quad biking. From the Durance to the Ubaye, via the Drac leisure park, the range is wide. We advise you to book a full day or even an adventure weekend.

The paragliding school has been based in Embrun for 30 years, but takes off in winter from the resorts of Les Orres and Risoul, and from Mont-Guillaume and Savines in summer. The school caters for all paragliding enthusiasts, with tandem flights over Lac de Serre-Ponçon on offer. The school is accredited by the Fédération française de vol libre. Another adventure to share is a seaplane ride over the turquoise waters of the lake. Jennif'Air also offers a giant zip line in Les Orres and many other activities to discover.

The ski area of these two stations is interconnected and between 1 500 metres and 2 510 metres of altitude: 29 lifts, 60 tracks - 5 black, 16 red, 23 blue and 16 green - 100 km. There are more snow cannons - 80 between 1 500 m and 2 225 m -, a slalom stadium and a new glides - snow scoot and boardercross space. Also, on or near the premises, 80 km of trails for the cross-country and 20 km of trails for pedestrians. A beautiful swimming pool in SuperDévoluy open every afternoon from to. Upon reservation: sauna, steam bath and whirlpool.

Recognized as a mountain bike site by the French Cycling Federation, the Pays des Écrins offers 200 km of marked trails, with no fewer than 15 circuits suitable for all levels, whether you're a beginner or an experienced rider. These varied routes, some with higher levels of difficulty, offer access to exceptional natural sites. Among the options on offer, the Vallouise "trans-territoire" offers a 36 km loop starting from Argentière, passing through Ailefroide, with a brown grading.

Méluzine is a forest fairy who takes us to the trees through a real "exploration" of remarkable trees. The workshops are adapted to children from 7 years old and adults can experience strong sensations by learning to climb while getting back in touch with nature. At night, the thrills are different and we recommend you to try a night bivouac in the trees. A great experience to try for those who love sensations and are passionate about nature and the forest.

Since 1974, the ASAND has shaped small and large to the joy of the little ball. Born from a merger, the association has always been a club focused on the promotion of young people. Crowned with numerous titles, the club offers its guests one of the largest halls in the region. With an area of 500 m 2, it offers a valuable training and pleasure area for all lovers. Please note that the ASAND is the organizer of the table Tennis. This national tournament meets each year with the best French pongistes.

If Massilia Plongée proposes, like all the structures, autonomous or supervised exploration dives on the most beautiful sites of Marseille, the master of the place, Mariusz is also a great specialist of tek diving. This is rare enough to mention. The training courses are well known and really very specialized, both for discovering this particular dive, which can be frightening, and for perfecting your skills at a high level. The center is located directly on the port of the Pointe Rouge, in fitted out containers where you will find all the conveniences: reception, showers, WC and changing rooms. Inflating is also done on site, for air, nitrox or even trimix. The boat is only a few meters away, ready to take to the sea for extraordinary dives. One of the rare addresses in the region for tek divers. Ultra-professional welcome and dive management.

The municipal sailing centre allows everyone, within the limits of available places, to practice sailing. The site hosts an educational centre for schools, a French sailing centre and a UCPA diving centre. The municipal sailing centre also cooperates with the educational centre for the sea during school holidays. Registration from 6 years old. There is no doubt that sailing will become even more important in Marseille in the run-up to the 2024 Olympic Games, which will see the nautical events taking place there.

What a spectacle to take a look at these beach volleyball players, more or less experienced but still players. In this ideal setting and on the fine sand, one smashes, serves and receives in the sun, under the gaze of the curious. The Catalan Club is one of the oldest in the city, founded in 1947. Volleyball practice has since changed, much more spectacular today but the state of mind remains the same. Above all, we do more beach volleyball here all year round. Good atmosphere, tradition and team spirit are the order of the day. Join and take the plunge!

Courses on catamaran, Optimist, HobbieCat and Pico Laser, the sailing school welcomes moussaillons from 5 years old. Internships are organised throughout the year, ranging from the simple contact of an Optimist to the HobieCat Twixxy catamaran regatta. For the most experienced, challenges are proposed by the SNEM in partnership with the clubs of the Estaque. Challenge of the Clubs clubs, Trophy of the charter charter, A man, a woman, a boat, The Regatta in Optimists. The club also offers sailing boats.

The committee organises the championships of Bouches-du-Rhône. It accompanies the qualified teams until the French championships and other official competitions. In this respect, he organizes and watches the good development of tournaments and marathons. It controls, unites and issues the licenses to the 200 boulistes circles identified on the Department, a good score for the seventieth sport most practised in France. At the committee, you can obtain information on qualifications, a list of the many annual tournaments. The world championships of bowls in August are particularly popular with La Provence as an official partner. The club's club or friendly contacts will be delivered to you as well as an exact science on the world of perfect bouliste, because it should not be confused with Provençal bowls and game - the first one playing between 6 and 10 meters, while the second is from 10 to 15 metres. Do not hesitate to register or register your children in a club of bowls, the sport king in the region! There is no age to start playing the bowls and to play around this dscipline which is much more than a sport in the department.

Founded in 1948 in an inner room at bar (including many other clubs at the time), the club Burel never broke with the popular side of marseille football. It is a real monument and elsewhere, m. Morini, founding member, tells us, as an open book, its history and its adventures. Today, there are more than 450 bachelors, all volunteers, and some 25 teams, which is not without placing some problems with facilities for training! Note though that the club won practically all titles like all cuts of the District of Provence, and especially enabled to many young people to pursue a career in football.

Being a member of the circle, the Rolls of Marseille clubs, is an unaffordable dream for many people in Marseille. An Olympic swimming pool, 2 other 25-metre pools, one of which is outside with seawater, a weight room, a sauna, a beach, a beach volleyball court and an exceptional panorama. Unfortunately, this dream has a price and is difficult for anyone to reach. Among the registered swimmers, the Cercle des nageurs marseillais has some great talents, champions. The CNM has one of the best water polo teams in Europe.

At the beginning of the Pointe-Rouge, every day in the beautiful season, you are here, palms for a good half day. The centre is open throughout the day and the store team ensures the telephone permanence from 8 am to 19 pm. Apart from explorations and courses, Evasion Sport also offers diving equipment and clothing, including through its «Balaena» store, a custom-made neoprene specialist and occase, including bottles.

Located in the residential area of Pointe-Rouge, 5 minutes from the coves and close to any trade, Atoll Club, whose instructors have been exploring for 24 years the most beautiful sites of the Marseille harbour, will make you discover the most unusual places of the seventy dives proposed. The Abbey Club is also 1 000 m ² of infrastructure to provide you with safe diving and a hosting place for up to 55 people.

SMUC (Stade Marseillais Université Club) has seventeen sports sections, 1 multisports center and a hundred years of history. Athletics, badminton, boxing, basketball, rugby, handball, mountain biking as well as rock climbing and GRS... And floorball, the latest addition. There's something for everyone. But the main one is undoubtedly the opening of its sea pole in September 2017 in collaboration with the Y.P.C.R. You can register directly online on its dedicated website. All these disciplines benefit from remarkable infrastructures that enable members to practice the physical activity of their choice in excellent conditions. Lawn and synthetic stadiums, a gymnasium, a dojo, tennis courts and an athletics track are also available to members. SMUC is also home to thousands of members of all ages, supervised by a team of state-qualified instructors and physical trainers. SMUC enjoys an excellent reputation thanks to its atmosphere and the results achieved by its members. SMUC also offers a wide range of courses for children in all activities. An à la carte service (daily, morning or afternoon rates only), simple and effective! For further information and registration, SMUC has two other, more specialized secretariats: Smuc loisirs and Smuc tennis.

On land, sea and in the air, ASPTT Marseille is an institution that is present throughout the city. The first multi-sport club in the region in terms of members, ASPTT is a real reference in Marseille for sports. Indeed, no less than 53 disciplines are represented in this institution, which has no less than 500 volunteer leaders. The association, more than a hundred years old, even organizes prestigious events such as the Monte Cristo Challenge and the Provençal 13. On the Port of Pointe-Rouge, sail away with activities and training courses open to all. Whether you are preparing for a competition or practicing freely, you will meet a team of competent and passionate instructors.

The swimming pool of Frais vallon, located in a slightly outlying district, has the advantage of being very close to the metro, major roads and being very bright, thanks to the many portholes that run through its large mushroom-shaped structure, but which we call a sunflower pool. It should be noted that the roof is openable. Standard in size, the result of the national program for the construction of industrial-type swimming pools, launched in the early 1980s, its pool is 25 metres long and 10 metres wide. A large panel opens in summer to allow even more light to pass through. Although aging, the pool is well maintained. Only the schedules are inconvenient.

Close proximity, the swimming pool Charpentier is often frequented by firefighters whose barracks are adjacent. This may be of additional interest to some… For boys, however, between the nageurs and the firemen, the competition question is likely to prove impossible. Unless you are a Camille Lacourt in power. But sérieux a little bit. To make the most of this swimming pool, don't forget to comply with the safety and hygiene rules!

The training provided here is at an exceptional level, both by the diversity of subjects addressed and by the quality of the stakeholders. Marseille has a very high-flying facility that works in close symbiosis with the National Ballet in the same building. Meetings organised with the world's largest schools make it possible to acquire the indispensable international touch that boostera the career of the one who has completed this very beautiful but difficult training! This is not a specific course to make progress in demanding leisure, but rather a complete school (possible boarding school) which, in agreement with nearby schools, forms dancers, both in terms of artistic and classical studies, in order to make women and men complete at their disposal. From eight years onwards, students are admitted to hearings according to their level (from March to the secretariat) and integrate a sector that will lead the best of them in the most prestigious ballet bodies in the world! The classical curriculum consists of four stages: the first concerns pupils aged 6 to 10 (from CP to CM 2) and lasts 5 years; the second corresponds to the college years; the third is dedicated to young people between the ages of 15 and 16 (second and first) and the last is 3 years old for young people over the age of 17.

Previously small little craft, the tapestry of furniture is now a place that it should never have lost. This is why it gives you so much satisfaction and allows you to personalise your interior by making many envious! So let's quickly bring you your tools, and forward! You can start your courses here at any time, you will have 13 weeks to attend your 10 courses. You are free to choose your pace… Beginners start working on a pieds, then on larger furniture, to perfect their technique.

No novelty resists them at XVM, and all race, rally, or circuit cars pass faster to Postérité than Goupil in adulthood when long minutes keep the nose glued to the storefront to amaze little wonders at 1/43 e ! Small cars (or medium sized), small trucks, airplanes… Also figurines to play. It is most certainly possible to combine all generations and relax without taking seriously. A good hobby!

Is the model and motorised, it your dada? Then, for cars, motorbikes, helicopters, boats or trains in miniatures, it is available in this store behind the prefecture, you will come to buy the plans of your motor boats, those who will make you patiently, built after frame! La Mecque of the miniatures in Marseille (machines of the European brand Mistral Models Train) has a specialised bookstore.

Introduction or rediscovery of go, quad or motorbike in this beautiful natural space.

When the beautiful days come, it's always more pleasant to take his slides on the earth than on the tar of indoor runways. A good time spent between friends and a good bowl of air!

Created in 1983 by a small core of passionate amateurs, this Marseillaise Association of Astronomy has an enthusiastic and dynamic group around it. If the observation of the images taken by the large telescopes does not satisfy you completely, if you feel the need to look further, this light activity will allow you to get involved closest to the stars. Beautiful white nights in perspective, with competent people, never short of advice, which builds their own glasses and telescopes.

Established for almost a century at the Estaque, the Cercle de l'Aviron de Marseille is the sports association governed by the 1901 Act which took over the Marseille Marseille Circle. Originally composed of a rowing section, CAM has been enriched from a Boating section. The Cercle de l'Aviron de Marseille received the 3-star French School of Rowing for its qualities and collective values. Awarded by the French Federation of Rowing Societies, which regularly controls the criteria, this pledge of welcome, pedagogy, good equipment and security that makes the club pride, moreover discreet and good spirit in the regional races and championships. Club membership also includes access to a gym until 21 p. m. and after all these efforts you will have access, if you wish, to the club restaurant. This club is ideal for all those who have a crazy desire for a team break. Rowing is a sport where the French excellent on the international scene and by registering in the circle, which knows, you may become the new helm tricolore.

A karate club that practises this discipline in tradition and not as a simple sports entertainment. A simple kimono is enough for the dojo's ². By age and level, courses are available all week, the most sports can come to all sessions; for the less courageous, twice a week will suffice. We learn the basics of this sport, and the more grade you climb, the more the body and the head are released to obtain full self control. Because here it is neither the boasts nor the competition that motivates the master, it is simply to do something about his body.

This called Chinese cheng boxing Da chuan, that could be translated as the great accomplishment of the essence of boxing was born in China in the 1930s. Introduced to France by the Master Guo Guizhi and taught in Marseille by Alain Agopian who will wake you up with subtle art of the micromouvements generated by moments of relaxation and tension, all accompanied by the elastic force of the tendons. Courses are regularly organised in order to perfect their technique of small bruche.

Among the many activities proposed by this centre (ju-jujitsu, Thai boxing, gym…), Roland Boudet teaches a method he himself imagined in 1989, between aikido and jiu-jujitsu, and called the tai shin shin-jiutsu (literally, this translates into: Energy, Esprit, Corps, Technical). Lessons of kick boxing are dispensed by Mr. Bartoloni. Finally, you will discover the shiatsu, a technique of ancestral reflexology, which consists of massages with pressure pressure of fingers along energy meridians.

Passage of federal examinations, preparation for competition, training: The reputation of the Pastré equestrian centre is no longer to be done! Here, there are also courses for children from 4 years old, until preparation 7, as well as courses during school holidays (full day from 9 am to 17 pm, with meals on site). For children aged 2 and over, pony baptism is also offered. Its exceptional location also allows for walks in the Forêt forest. The centre also has a restaurant open to all, riders and visitors, from Monday to Saturday and the competition Sundays.