Sports and leisure activities Alpes

The Roll'air Cable is one of Europe's longest zip lines. The cable is 1.8km long and links the Drouvet summit (2650m) to Lac Long (2500m). Visitors can enjoy a 1min20 journey between heaven and earth as they launch themselves headfirst down the zip line. In summer, good sneakers are recommended for access to the site. Payment is by cash or vacation vouchers only. In winter, the zip line is accessible to skiers (return via the Rochasson red run) and pedestrians (return along a ski run, with walking shoes or shoes suitable for snow). It is open to pedestrians from 9am to 2pm. Allow a 15-minute walk from the end of the zip line to the Télémix de Rocherousse. The zip line is open daily from 01/07 to 03/09/2023 and from 16/12/2023 to 14/04/2024, subject to favorable weather conditions. Tickets can be purchased online.

Covering an area of almost 10 hectares, Lac de Carouge offers a multitude of activities to suit all tastes, from diving into the water to paddle-boarding adventures. At first light, sports enthusiasts meet up for a morning jog, while idlers look forward to the afternoon. The shores of Lac de Carouge offer an ideal haven of peace, between sunny beaches and hiking trails.

Annecy otherwise? Embark for a lake tour with a panoramic view from the bridge. With its fleet made up of theAllobroge, the Belle Etoile, the Cygne, the Savoie and the famous and imposing MS Libellule, the Compagnie des Bateaux du Lac d'Annecy offers cruises to discover dream landscapes and the natural riches of the wild shores. Possible stopovers in the charming little ports of Veyrier-du-Lac, Doussard, Duingt, Talloires... The most romantic will dine on board.

The O Form is a 4 000 m ² space with indoor and outdoor pools with mineral and vegetable beaches, a spa area with spa, sauna and steam bath and fitness area. In summer, a good alternative to the region's lakes and rivers and to winter biking activities, as well as an additional source of relaxation. A form that offers a superb view of nature and the surrounding mountains.

Climb up to Chamrousse to discover an accrobranche park set in unspoilt natural surroundings. A magical experience in the trees with Alté Chamrousse Aventures, taken over 6 years ago by Philippe, a Chamroussien with a passion for the mountains. 11 courses with continuous lifelines for all ages. Access from age 4 for adventures just like the grown-ups, who can "put their heads through the clouds" on the sporting courses. Climbing, via ferrata and canyoning.

Exploring the majesty of the mountains along hiking trails is an incomparable joy! Equip yourself with sturdy shoes and a detailed map, and embark on an adventure along the trails. The vastness of the La Plagne ski area offers a variety of routes to suit all levels, from families to sports enthusiasts. A trail guide is available from the tourist office for a fee. Take time to contemplate nature, the panorama from the summit, and the sight of a marmot along the way.

The La Plagne ski area, linked to those of Les Arcs and Peisey-Vallandry to form Paradiski, offers an incomparable playground. With 425 km of runs for all levels, Paradiski will delight beginners and experts alike in alpine, freestyle and freeride skiing. And with 70% of the ski area at altitudes of over 2,000 metres, snow cover is guaranteed throughout the season, making La Plagne a must-see ski destination in Savoie.

Annecy and its lake are even more beautiful seen from the sky in the silence of a majestic balloon flight. Enjoying a certain comfort but especially a breathtaking view, we let ourselves be carried by balloons that show us Annecy and the Alps from another angle. The pilots are professionals ensuring a perfect safety of the flight. From take-off to landing, the sensations of pleasure are intense. The only condition to our happiness is the weather. The hot air balloons cannot take off in case of rain, snow or fog and by wind higher than 20 km/h. Unforgettable sensations and a show to share in complete safety with a great team of enthusiasts.

From Les Carroz 1200, you can choose to ski either on the Les Carroz domain with a "vill4ges" ski pass also giving access to the Morillon-Samoëns, Sixt slopes: 75 runs and 38 lifts; or on the Les Carroz and Flaine domain, in the so-called "Grand Massif" version (the other linked Grand Massif resorts are Samoëns and Sixt-Fer-à-Cheval) opening up 139 runs and 5 ski resorts. Direct access to the Grand Massif domains is from Les Carroz 1500 via the Tête des Saix chairlift in just a few minutes, or via the traditional Kédeuse gondola at 1200. Return via the blue Combe or the red Timalets. For fun experiences, Le Grand Massif has got it covered, with 18 specially-designed zones accessible to all, including the Woops on the Coin Coin green run for younger skiers to get their first bumps in complete safety, and the Corbalanche freeride zone for more experienced skiers. Picnic tables, ski lockers with boot warmers... The comfort of skiers first and foremost. Other white activities: 35 km of cross-country trails at Centre Nordique d'Agy (11 km from Les Carroz - free shuttle service) and 17 km at Col de Pierre Carré in Flaine. Telemark and snowpark. For over 10 years, the resort has held the "Famille Plus" label, thanks to its appreciable amenities. What's more, the resort facilitates access to winter sports for people with motor disabilities. Futé loves it!

While the resort is renowned for its glacier at 3,600 m, winter offers skiing at all levels, with 2,300 m of vertical drop. Les Deux-Alpes is a ski area with 410 hectares of marked runs for all levels, but the resort's DNA is extreme skiing, with sensations and vertical drops that are unique in the world. The resort is also renowned for its exceptional Freestyle Land and the major events it hosts. The extent of the ski area also allows for off-piste skiing, but always with caution.

Set on the banks of the Rhône, this family-friendly Aqualoisirs base combines relaxation and games, with swimming, beach, sailing and canoeing on the program. It's a great leisure area for young and old alike! On the outskirts of the aquatic base, you can also enjoy archery, go-karting or accrobranche, with a zip-line plunging down to the water basin! There's also the option of exploring the area via ferrata, mountain biking or canyoning. There's plenty to keep you busy when the sun comes back out!

As its name indicates, this Green Lane evolves north of Chambéry. It connects precisely the city at the superb Lac du Bourget in Aix-les-Bains. If the final destination is to be reached, the journey itself is already a good show. You are in a privileged setting, under the gentle gaze of the surrounding mountains. In order to waste nothing, the smooth coating is also of excellent quality; fans of roller and skateboard quick. Finally note that the most motivated can continue north on 11 km of track along the shores of the lake, or to the south on the 3,5 kilometres crossing the city before joining the southern portion of the Green Avenue Chambéry.

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A powerful team in the free flight and the ULM for 35 years. Founded in 1991 at Alpe d'Huez in Isère and then in 2004 at Doussard by Dominique Cruciani - a pioneer in the Delta and Base Jump in the Alps since 1979, renowned for its media benefits - Delta Evasion has specialized in hang-gliding flights (a rigid wing), paragliding (a kind of wing parachute) and ULM (a small aircraft Ultra-fitted) Léger Motor). From the Col de la Forclaz, at the point of take-off, on the green carpet, with paragliding, there is a gentle rush for a straight baptism. They are parked in the air comfortably in front of the monitor. With the delta wing, the sensation is brighter. A few steps and we are immersed in the air, the body lying above the driver who manoeuvre the bar with finesse and control. A real feeling of freedom! Whatever its mode of sliding in the air, the views of the Lake of the Azur and the Alps of Geneva are amazing. The unusual walk ends on the Doussard landing area, where you can glide all the way on the ground. 

In summer and winter alike, Christophe Lebreton and his team will guide you through the high-altitude trails of the Hautes-Alpes, in the Écrins and Queyras parks, for half-day, full-day or longer excursions, depending on your preferences. Themed itineraries include fauna, flora, lakes and the most majestic 3,000-meter peaks in the Hautes-Alpes. Accessible to all, whether you're a hiking enthusiast or an experienced hiker!

For 37 years, Les Passagers du Vent has been offering take-offs at La Forclaz. The Talloires-based school, staffed by state-certified instructors, offers tandem paragliding first flights over Lake Annecy and the Aravis mountains all year round. The school also organizes a large number of advanced training courses entitled "cross-country, piloting, ascent progression, autonomous progression and travel" for connoisseurs. On the online website, you can reserve your equipment (for sale or hire). On the ground, the Plancher des Vaches is the perfect place to share a good time over a drink or a plate of food.

The Vallée des Avals in Courchevel Moriond offers a pleasant family stroll, with a natural site designed for visitors looking for an ideal spot for a picnic or a stroll. The cool forest, torrent and sunny lawns make this short hike very attractive. On the way back, the chalet-buvette serves crêpes or organic specialties, and activity options include canoeing, via ferrata, fishing or forest adventure courses.

Inaugurated in 1966, the Avoriaz resort innovates by its functional aspect around sports practices with priority given to skiing, families and children who have their village in the centre of the resort. A ski area in the centre of the Franco-Swiss Portes du Soleil. Avoriaz is at the centre of a vast area, linked to Super Morzine, Châtel (from Les Lindarets) and Champéry in Switzerland (via Mosette). It includes 50 runs, 4 snowparks and 4 snowcrosses and benefits from exceptional snow cover from December to April. Avoriaz claims to be a paradise for family skiing on its wide valleys, and for new snow sports with trails through the fir trees. The Stash (created by snowboarder Jake Burton in 2008) is the first 100% natural snowpark in Europe where two types of snowboarding can be found in the same area: free ride and freestyle. A must-see! Cross-country skiing is also possible on 23 km of marked trails through plateaus and forests of conifers and spruces. For non-skiers (or for those who wish to diversify their interests) the off-piste activities are varied: snowshoeing (or walking), dog sledding or horse riding, snow scooters, and even mountain biking on snow... but also paragliding, tobogganing (at night), ski-joëring (pulled by a team), speed riding (skiing with a paraglider) or even heliskiing and skydiving!

Do you want to become a pilot? In the exceptional setting of the ice circuit created in the center of the Alpe d'Huez resort, Evodriver is a driving school offering two activities open to individuals and professionals: ice buggy and car. With the buggy, share a fun and playful moment. In car, two courses with different objectives: on one hand safety, on the other hand sliding on board of cars prepared for the discipline. And to prolong the pleasure, everyone meets in a comfortable chalet at the edge of the circuit.

This open-air facility offers 3.5 hectares of lawns and green spaces surrounding the two outdoor pools heated to 27°C - an Olympic pool and a learning pool - and a lake swimming area - awarded the Blue Flag in 2021 - with diving board, floating pontoons and water games. A children's playground and a 160-meter slide for older children. Multiple services in addition: water ski school, swimming lessons and, of course, bar and restaurant. A splendid setting for a swim close to Lake Geneva!