Sports events Alpes

For 4 days, this festive event brings together tens of thousands of Harley enthusiasts and fans from all over Europe. In addition to the rock concerts and other entertainment that get the little resort into a frenzy, numerous rides are organized in the region by local clubs: a rich program for a festival that is no less rich. Over 10,000 motorcycles and 30,000 people are expected to descend on Morzine Avoriaz in July for this year's "pure rock" festival. It promises to be another great time!

Take the plunge when the Albigny bay turns into a giant swimming pool for an exceptional race created in 1931 by the Annéciens Dolphins club. the program includes 4 races: 1 km and 2.4 km for experienced swimmers, 5 km for open water swimmers and the Holy Grail, with the 10 km race limited to 80 competitors. The kind of event, like the marathon, that you should do at least once in your life after having trained properly (it is a real sporting event). A popular festival that attracts a large audience around Lake Annecy.

The prestige of Megève would dream more than a passion for riding… yet the price of ski lifts is often unaffordable. If your portfolio denies you access, the area has 40 kilometres of Nordic ski slopes, fortunately more accessible. Their classical or alternating lines wind between ribs, replats, levelling and bois. Beginner or confirmed cross-fertilization, expand at your pace thanks to green, blue, red and black tracks.

Tariff: from 7 € per day per adult; 4,50 € per child (6-16 years), free for people under 6.

Northern Area: 40 km divided into several tracks.

Difficulty: very easy (green) to very difficult (black).

This winter, Qualifiers has brought together parents and children throughout France. The qualified candidates are at the Corbier on March 6 th, 2009 for the final of the 9 ^th edition of this event. The goal of this championship, an amateur team composed of a couple and a child between the ages of 8 and 16, is in parallel slalom and in relay. A sporty and friendly atmosphere!

On 8 May 2009, Saint-Genix on Guiers and Yenne celebrate Cycling and cycling, a cycle trail linking the Mediterranean to the Mediterranean. You can test the portion of rides between Yenne and Brégnier Cordon by bike, roller, wheelchair. But also ask your cycle and go on canoeing on the Rhone. Competition for funny bikes. Contact tourist office Val Guiers at 04 76 31 63 16 or Yenne at 04 79 36 71 54.

Riding down the snow-covered slopes on a toboggan is a sensation you'd love to be able to experience in any season. It's possible with summer tobogganing, a real sport and discipline in its own right at Le Jaillet. Judge for yourself with these figures: an average ride of 7 minutes, at a speed of 36 km/h, over 715 m of descent and 95 m of vertical drop. Guaranteed thrills for young and old (accompaniment required for ages 3 to 9). In winter as in summer, tobogganing is a must! Check out the speed radar, and smile, you're being photographed!

Because it's hotter in plain than on summits, it's good to be able to enjoy a family of water worthy of this name.

Five outdoor basins, one equipped with removable coverage, ponds for children, slide, playgrounds and picnic, there is nothing to spend a good time.

Sports, festive and fun, these races are aimed at northern, beginner or experienced practitioners. Festive and convivial night skiing competitions that also allow champions to complete their physical preparation. a unique atmosphere in the seven stage stations of the 2012 edition, including Savoie Grand Revard. A test at Albertville for commemorating the anniversary of the 1992 Olympic Games.

For this second edition of this race on the snow, in semi-night, you travel 10,7 km with 220 m of difference. The record to beat: 39 minutes and 33 seconds. Departure at 18 pm!

Each year, the High Alps celebrate hiking through the Departmental committee on hiking and in partnership with a different association. Itineraries are offered throughout the weekend, including famous ascents. The programme, the discovery of unknown countries, trails accessible to the greatest number, even people with reduced mobility, and walks for all levels.

This summer, the Tour de France passes through Praz de Lys Sommand and Taninges! It is on July 15th that the brave cyclists will face the famous Col de la Ramaz, in an idyllic setting for the spectators and sporting for the competitors. On July 16th, the Tour will pass through the village of Taninges. For this occasion, two animated evenings will take place. For the amateur cyclists, you have the opportunity to ride the Annemasse-Morzine stage on July 9th and to precede the champions.

Prior to arrival on the Champs-Elysées, the penultimate steps of La Grande Loop take place in Savoie Mont-Blanc. In perspective, great sports moments and outstanding suspens. On July 19, with the ascent of the Glandon, Madeleine and Fry passes, followed by diving on the Grand-Bornand, 12 km long. On July 20, the arrival at Lake will be the hold-up of the last chance after the climb of the ascents, including that of Mount Revard? Passage to Saint-Colomban-des-Villards, Sainte-Marie-de-Cuines, the Chamber, Saint-François-Longchamp, La Léchère, Albertville on July 19 and July 21st to Bellecombe-en-Bauges, Le Châtelard, Aillon-le-Jeune, Saint-Jean-d'Arvey, La Féclaz and Trévignin.

Spending in summer is good; spending the whole year is much better! Do you miss inspiration and motivation in the winter? No problem, we are here to give you some tracks! And that's the case, because here's two raquette trails in Guillestrois. The first starts at the Col de Var and evolves on a trail often traced. After two short hours of walking, you will reach the hut of the Écuelle at 2227 meters. From this point, a trail allows you to go down to the Napoleon hut, where the second circuit begins. It will take you in two kilometers to the Catch cabin, at 2170 meters altitude. It is regularly traced and is oriented south. If you have a little time, why don't you get to the two courses?

Tariff: free.

Distance: Prises Cabin: 2 km, Cabane cabin: 1,5 km.

Duration: Prises Cabin: 1 a. m., Cabane cabin: 1 p. m.

Difficulty: .

Special provisions: if you leave solo, we strongly recommend that you prevent the gendarmerie before leaving, specifying your itinerary.

And now the mountain is rolling out its big white carpet for you... The resort of Les Orres, located between 1550 and 2720 meters of altitude, has a vast Nordic area with five marked trails for snowshoes and an itinerary for ski touring, marked and secured. With free access, the resort will allow you to take advantage of the panoramic views of the Serre-Ponçon valley and its bleached larch trees at a lower cost (just count on renting equipment if you don't have it). In short, a perfect setting to keep on exercising, even in winter!

From Merlette, this ATV circuit is ideal for a friendly walk. At about 1 450 metres above sea level, you are on a secure secondary road along the Drac. So, why not take advantage of this pleasant setting to stop this and there, soak your feet or picnic a balanced snack? In all, take a small hour to finish the loop: this is a sufficient daily expenditure! You only need to repeat the following days…

Tariff: free.

Distance: 8,2 km.

Duration: 50 minutes.

Difficulty: .

Markup: Blue Marking No. 2 of the ATV SITE VTT site.