Mountain and winter sports Lorraine

Deval'Kart makes available to fans of speed for bob, luge, electric mini-kart or De (scooter on low pressure tyres).

The Nordic area of Les Bas-Rupts offers 30 km of marked and marked out trails in alternating and skating, in the heart of the largest cross-country skiing area in eastern France. 9 trails for all levels, 3 snowshoe itineraries starting from the Bas-Rupts and 2 trails starting from the Hautes-Vannes. There are also links with the cross-country ski trails of La Bresse and Xonrupt-Longemer. The domain also offers a high altitude stadium, a sledging stadium and a play area for children.

A climbing wall in the city centre. Located at the entrance to the Rue des Sighs, the Collot quarry is the rendezvous of climbing enthusiasts. A magnificent natural site with a pink sandstone wall 45 metres high and 60 metres long! With its arc of circle, this wall offers many possibilities! The wall has 35 channels adapted to all levels. For more information, please do not hesitate to contact the sports management of the city.

The Gazon cross Ski Centre offers three Circuits in the form of free access loops: an easy (green) course of 3,5 km, a medium course (blue) of 7 km and a track for good skiers (red) 10 km. The opening of the tracks depends on the snow of the station. You can find information about the current state of snow (with a webcam live of tracks) on the site of the northern domain. A luge area and two snowshoe circuits from 1 h and 2 h 30 are also accessible from the station.

Tariff: free.

Duration: from one hour.

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Who never dreamed of a dog sled ride? Franck Reinbolt invites us to share his passion for nature, mountain and Nordic dogs by offering us baptism and initiation to the conduct of dog sleds (possible all year through the use, in the absence of snow, of wheels), cani-hiking (connected to the dog by a belt belt and moving on foot if there is no snow. or in snowshoes if there is snow), snowshoes and discovery of the life of sled dogs and the one who drives them and sharing their lives (the musher) (with a visit of the pack all year, slide show, explanations, conferences on the Great North…)

1,200 parking spaces are at the foot of alpine ski slopes. For children practicing not skiing, there is the childcare center Jean Macé (03 29 63 16 25) and the family (nursery and childcare center) - 03 29 27 12 20. For children practicing skiing, Club des Piou-Piou offers courses First slip for 4 or 5 years (03 29 63 33 23).

There are three areas for Alpine skiing:

Located in Gérardmer, Skis L'eclair is a ski store offering a range of services including in-store shopping, drive-through and delivery. Skis L'eclair also offers online quotations and rental rates for the current season. Customers have left positive testimonials about the staff's warm, professional welcome, and the quality of the ski equipment rented. Skis L'eclair is therefore recommended for those looking to rent ski equipment in Gérardmer.

Downhill or cross-country skiing.

20 km of signposted and ski trails. Information at 29 61 56 45 03.

INFO SNOW (TEL) 03 29 61 51 11

Here's the only number to find out about the snow bulletin summits. By calling, you are informed of the snow height at the top of the slopes but also at the bottom. The number of open alpine ski slopes of the existing ten is also indicated. Cross-country skiing enthusiasts can also know whether the three cross-country ski runs are open or not. Finally, the date of the last snowfall can be communicated to you if you are really curious! This number is also valid for anyone who wants to go hiking.

Lovers of sliding, come and test this 500 m long sledging circuit which overhangs the Plan Incliné basin and runs along the river. Once your belt is fastened, you will slide down the track at 40 km/h, surrounded by protection nets, which glides through the surrounding landscape. You can enjoy this beautiful view while having fun! The activity is accessible from 3 years old (but children under 8 years old must be accompanied by an adult). A fun activity for the whole family!

The town boasts several alpine and Nordic ski resorts, including La Bresse-Hohneck, La Bresse-Lispach and La Bresse-Brabant. In addition to skiing, you can also enjoy other activities such as snowshoeing or sliding on other types of snow. The town also offers a wide choice of accommodation, from hotels to vacation rentals and bed & breakfasts. For lovers of culture and heritage, La Bresse offers museums, exhibitions and historic sites to visit.

This paragliding and snowkiting school offers first flights in two-seater paragliders. Courses for all levels in kite, snowkite or paraglider. Themed trips supervised by experienced professional paragliding instructors.