Sports and leisure activities Rhônes-Alpes

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.

Lake Champos is in the heart of an estate of more than 40 hectares where you can enjoy the various pleasures of a large leisure centre. Family swimming in optimal water quality, diving from the pontoons, windsurfing, pedal boat, large water slide (for a fee), fishing, etc. The Champos lake is also a starting point for horse riding, hiking or mountain biking to discover the paths of the Herbasse. The lake is now pedestrian for the nature and peace of the site! Also on site: a campsite.

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.

Nestled in the heart of the Monts du Forez, this year-round resort offers total immersion in an exceptional natural environment to be fully appreciated. During the winter season, enjoy a fun-filled time with the little ones with tobogganing, cross-country skiing or snowshoeing, or opt for a dog sled ride for a thrilling experience. In summer, explore the trails on foot or by bike.

The Beau Rivage beach is the private and family beach - and certainly the most pleasant - of the lake of Paladru. In this perfectly maintained space, you can settle on the grass or on the sand, rent a deckchair and enjoy real moments of vacation happiness with your feet in the water. A beach for safe bathing because the slope is gentle to splash around near the edge before swimming. It is the ideal place to have fun and relax with your family, because everyone can find an activity to their liking. Renovated pontoon for docking.

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.

Whether you're a beginner or an advanced dancer, the Dany Lays dance school in Grenoble offers a wide range of classes to suit all tastes and levels. Jazz, tap, rock, ballroom, tango, waltz, salsa, singing, musical comedy... there's something for everyone. Passionate teachers will guide your progress, whether for pleasure or competition. The school also organizes courses and preparations for various events. It's the ideal place to discover or perfect your dance skills. Ask for your free trial class.

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.

If there is a mythical place in Saint-Etienne, it is indeed the Cauldron! Inaugurated in 1931, the Geoffroy-Guichard stadium owes its nickname to the smoke that comes out on game nights. Expanded several times, it now has 42,000 seats. It hosts the CASE Rugby, occasionally concerts, but above all remains the home of the St. Etienne football team, ASSE, which has an impressive track record. 10 French Championship titles and a huge fan base! A Museum of the Greens, notably retracing the epic of the 1960s and 1970s has been installed there and visits to the stadium are organised, because the Chaudron is more than a stadium, it's almost a place of pilgrimage!

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.

At the heart of OL Vallée, Groupama Stadium is the third largest stadium in France, with a capacity of 59,186. Easily accessible via the eastern ring road (10,000 parking spaces) and with a tramway station (T7) at the stadium's doorstep, it hosts Olympique Lyonnais matches (men's and women's), as well as numerous events such as concerts by top international artists (Coldplay, Rammstein or Taylor Swift in 2024). Hotels, catering integrated into the stadium, OL the Museum and OL boutiques. An extraordinary stadium to visit. The OL Vallée leisure center offers recreational, sports and cultural areas to relax and have fun.

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.

Tariff: free.

Distance: 17 km.

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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.