Sports and leisure activities Rhônes-Alpes

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.

Difficulty: .

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. 

The OSUG was created in 1985 on the university domain of Grenoble with the aim of uniting scientific research units in various fields such as astrophysics, planetology, geophysics, climatology, and ecology. This observatory is open to the public through various interesting places to visit such as the museum space (rocks, minerals, fossils), the Alpine botanical garden, or the discovery trail of the Solar System. Sky observation evenings from a 400 mm diameter telescope under dome (the January to March only, starting at 7 p. m.) are also proposed. Finally, it is possible to see the surprising Planeterrella, a unique system that allows to create polar aurora at will! Most of these activities are free but require registration from the observatory website.

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.

A good overview of a part of the Monts du Lyonnais, length 11 km, duration 3 h 15, average walkers, difference 390 m/790 m).

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!

The ski area of Les Houches/Saint-Gervais is one of the ski areas of the Chamonix Valley. Below 2,000 meters, it's mainly forest terrain, but it's also a technical area where our national teams come to train and where major international competitions are held (notably on the famous "Verte des Houches", a World Cup downhill). Whether you're a family or a fun-loving skier, you'll enjoy the thrills and spills of the Mont-Blanc Massif in this superb area.

If our gaze tends to go to the mountains, it should not be forgotten that Grenoble is also a city of water crossed by the Isère where we have been sailing passionately for a long time. This association, born more than 100 years ago, is one of the oldest in the city. It allows everyone to discover this wonderful sport where the French, especially the Grenoble, shine regularly during international competitions. Leisure, young and competition are the three sections of this club that Le Smart, lover of shovels and dame, wishes to pay particular tribute.

It is without doubt the city's most emblematic elite club. Founded in 1963, it has 8 French Championship titles to its name, as well as 4 French Cups and 4 Champions Trophies. And this season, BDL will be playing in the Continental Cup! Field hockey at the Pôle Sud rink is always a great spectacle for lovers of the sport, where the 3,500 fans in the stands - when it's possible again - are hotter than the ice! Evenings with entertainment for a real show. On-site and online ticketing, with the possibility of buying tickets on the club's website and winning tickets on the Facebook page.

Accompanied by Joël, a qualified and highly experienced professional, you'll have the opportunity to take a tandem flight to discover or deepen your knowledge of paragliding. The youngest among us, from the age of 4, can take part in discovery flights, as can the less young, right up to an advanced age! Please note, however, that it takes around 45 minutes in total, including preparation, access to the summit for take-off, flight and landing. The flights are safely accessible to all, including people with reduced mobility.

The GUC in purple and yellow colours with its 10 000 members and 26 sections is 3rd rank of French university clubs! It allows all Grenoble (we know little, but it is open to all) to practice virtually every sport from athletics to diving through sail or kick-kick. Located on the university site, it is easy to access via the tram line C and should host many members (including all our readers).

Climb to new heights in one of the 30 Climb Up gyms, but especially in the emblematic Gerland gym. Vertical sensations in one of France's largest climbing gyms! Numbers to make you dizzy: 2,500^m2 of climbing space for grades³ to ⁸, 14 m of roof height, 120 rope lines, 200 routes up to 13 m high secured by a rope, 120 boulders for all levels. A gym on a human scale, where beginners and experts share the pleasure of climbing. Children's area, indoor adventure course, fitness area, sauna, on-site catering (picnics accepted)... A real place to live for independent climbers and beginners alike. A benchmark.

It is under the impulse of Emmanuel, passionate about pétanque, that this boulodrome recently opened its doors. In competitions, tournaments or simple friendly games, the amateurs of the kind will have fun during the games, thanks to the 19 grounds of which 12 outside and 7 inside. Atmosphere and conviviality are the order of the day, and they can be enjoyed over a beer or during thematic evenings with a meal prepared for the occasion. Friends of bowls, think of reserving your session in advance to be sure of the availability of the court.

Facing the village and the Aravis massif, an 800^m2 indoor ice rink, ideal for bad weather. For children aged 3 to 10, an Ice Garden with play modules is available free of charge on certain mornings, to help them learn to skate independently. There's also entertainment for youngsters and adults, who are invited to discover the rink in the evening under the spotlights. Don't miss the "Frozen Dancefloor", a festive formula with a live DJ on Wednesday evenings!

With its 9- and 18-hole courses, the Chanalets golf course has something for every swing enthusiast. Just a few kilometers from Valence, you'll be able to play in a peaceful setting, with the Rhone Valley on one side and the Vercors on the other... The undulating, verdant course borders the local vineyards and beautiful buildings. The clubhouse offers a charming welcome and a wealth of golfing and tourist information. Golf school, from beginners to competition. Restaurant on site.

With Lake Geneva as its playground, the Sciez nautical base offers great leisure time for the whole family. Optimist, catamaran, handivoile, rowing, canoe-kayak, stand-up paddle, all disciplines are open, especially to the youngest ones from 4 years old, with only one word of order: pleasure! Find out about all the courses on offer and book yours on the website. A competitive spirit? Take part in the regattas, friendly meetings between the three clubs of Lake Geneva: Sciez, Thonon and Evian. Find the calendar on the website.

The Exalto leisure park offers a multitude of activities for all ages. With its trampoline park, Ninja course, laser game and Funclimb, there's plenty of fun to be had with family and friends. Children under 3 have their own area with early-learning games and a bouncy castle, while older children can enjoy the Jungle course and the inflatable slide. For thrill-seekers, there are also sports activities such as trampolines and the Urban Tower. Parents are not left out either, with a relaxation area equipped with hammocks, poufs and deckchairs. A mini-golf course and wooden games are also available for family fun. The park also offers on-site catering.

This cultural association is dedicated to promoting the fusion of cultures! Every day of the week, alternating dance and world music classes: zumba, batucada (Brazilian percussion), children's circus, Cuban salsa, bachata... A wide range of courses and workshops. Evenings and events are organized regularly, including a batucada meeting (Pentecost weekend)!

Do you have an event to celebrate, or would you like to learn the secret of successful macaroons, with friends, children or even colleagues? Be Happy invites itself into your kitchen to give you some good advice on sweet and savory treats. Thanks to the courses and invaluable advice of this outstanding cook and naturopath, you'll learn or perfect your skills, all while having fun. Choose a theme, a date, indicate your preferences and let's go for a gourmet moment!

The Salon de Musiques is a must for music lovers in Lyon. Located in the 5th arrondissement, it offers a variety of musical activities, including singing lessons and choirs. Le Salon de Musiques is renowned for the quality of its teaching and its friendly atmosphere.

Putting yourself in the green, walking in a peaceful setting while doing sports: that's what golf is all about. In the middle of the vineyards, the Beaujolais golf course is an 18-hole course of 6 100^m2 located in Lucenay. The course is accessible to everyone, despite some rather technical parts. There is a covered driving range and a grass practice area, as well as a 5-hole "compact" course. For beginners, a discovery formula allows a first approach of this sport on a magnificent course. A comfortable club-house is also available with its restaurant Le Trou en Un.

Eurokart offers you 700 meters of open-air, floodlit karting track. An open circuit for thrill-seekers. Here, sports enthusiasts and amateurs alike have a choice of activities. Ideal for seminars, birthdays or stag/hen parties. A team of professionals will welcome and supervise you, for a full or half day. Also an escape game and a virtual reality space. Play, travel and hallucinate in a 60m² room, fully immersed in incredible worlds. 18-hole mini-golf course.

If you come from Chambéry, you can reach the Porte de Bush-Rond, starting point of this Green Avenue, through the 3,5 km cycle path that runs through the city. Are you there? Your journey will take you to Saint-Jeoire-Priory via the towns of Barberaz, La Ravoire and Challes-Les-Eaux. And there, beautiful views over the mountains and valley are your journey. Arriving at the destination, a roundabout route will take you to the lake of Saint-André through small roads, but attention: If the Green Avenue is feasible on foot or by bike, this second portion is more like a bike ride, accessible only to the two wheels.

Tariff: free.

Distance: 7 km.

Difficulty: average (a few differences are to be mentioned).

In its long journey between Lake Geneva and the Mediterranean, Via Rhôna passes through you! But before you get to the 450 kilometres that stretch in Rhône-Alpes, here's what you're doing gradually! Between Loire-sur-Rhône and Condrieu, 20 km from the green lane await you along the right bank of the Rhône. With a smooth coating of good quality, the track is feasible on foot, cycling, roller and skateboard. And if you are still looking premature, you can of course shorten your journey!

Tariff: free.

Distance: 10 km.

Difficulty: .

You don't have to be a superhero to fly! Just book your flight with Ifly. You've heard of Ifly: the giant wind tunnel set up near Bron airport, where you can take to the skies in a flight suit. With wind speeds of up to 300 km/h, the sensations of flight are magical. And for even more free-fall thrills, you can take the Ultimate 4D jump and enjoy, via a VR360 headset, a parachute jump over Lyon accompanied by world free-flight champions Karine Joly and Greg Crozier, or an extreme wingsuit flight in the Alps. A great adrenalin rush on the way down! Gift pack.

This nautical base offers you canoes or kayaks for a descent of the Ardèche with or without a guide, from half a day to two days with courses from 8 to 32 km. La Petite Mer will spoil you: map of the descent of the gorges, packed lunch (on reservation), possibility of picnic on the base, swimming on the spot, coffee at the start, refreshments on the way back, rental of wetsuits, shoes and tents. And when Gino accompanies you, he offers you a different view of the caves, the bays, the springs, the fauna and flora.

One of the first French ski lift companies, created in Chamonix, manages 5 sites and high altitude ski areas: 4 in the Chamonix valley and one in the Megève valley. The Compagnie du Mont-Blanc Group has set up a foundation to support development projects on the sites and projects of general interest, and has created a subsidiary: Mont-Blanc Natural Resort, which directly manages lift reservations for all 5 sites. Ski passes on the Mont-Blanc Natural Resort website.

Cuiz'in sur Cours has moved to Place Grenette. Piermic Fatet, an experienced chef, reveals his "Secrets de casseroles" for a "de-complexed" cuisine as he calls it. In courses that bring together a small group of about ten enthusiasts, and with very specific themes, you will be able to improve whatever your level. After the effort, comfort is provided: each class is followed by a tasting accompanied by a bottle of wine chosen by Piermic Fatet. You will discover the subtleties of the tasting and will be able to appreciate the wine as a connoisseur. Friendly and friendly moments.

A team of guides who organize training courses or day trips to discover the high mountain or ice falls. Introductory and advanced courses will allow you to learn about this activity. With the right training and the right equipment, you will be able to climb icefalls from the very first day. The guides also organise snowshoeing trips, cross-country skiing courses, off-piste alpine skiing trips, ski touring - a trendy activity - and Nordic skiing.

Founded in the late 1980s by Didier Maturin, current coach of the French paragliding team (world champions in 2013), this paragliding and hang-gliding school offers introductory tandem flights, enabling students to discover the Arve Valley. The school also encourages autonomy by teaching the skills needed to fly solo, in the presence of a flight professional. For further information, please do not hesitate to contact us.

For some years now, global warming has been making itself felt, and the Croix de Bauzon ski area has been having a little trouble keeping the snow cover conducive to winter activities. Of course, the Ardèche mountains are not trying to compare themselves to the Alps or the Pyrenees. But with 9 downhill ski runs, plus a Nordic area between the Croix de Bauzon and the Col de Meyrand, this is a pleasant winter sports resort with modern facilities and magnificent views of the Cévennes. Great hiking in summer.

On foot or with snowshoes, depending on the season. With or without donkeys, depending on your fitness level. Accompanied or on your own, depending on your level of fitness. For a day or several days. Crossing the Vercors from Lans to the limestone ridges of the Diois, discovering Mont Aiguille, the Combeau valley, the Archiane cirque and the Hauts-Plateaux nature reserve, nomadic tours from yurt to yurt: the seven Vercors Escapade mountain guides share their passion for the ridges and mountain pastures of the Diois region.

A successful mountain vacation starts with the right equipment! In a resort where the mountains are king, here are 5 sports stores to help you live every emotion to the full. A huge sales area with an ever-expanding choice. Sales and rentals: in winter, all ski and snowboard equipment, snowshoes, mountaineering, climbing and telemark equipment; in summer, downhill mountain bikes, via ferrata and hiking equipment. Genuine specialists, ready to listen to your needs and desires, so you can set off to conquer the mountains.

Leman Forest is an adventure park offering a variety of adventure sports for all ages. The main attraction of the park is the accrobranche course, with routes to suit all levels of difficulty. Entrance fees include equipment hire, explanations and supervision by an instructor. Entry times vary according to the courses chosen, with a maximum duration of 3 hours for the big courses and 2 hours for the Lutin/Bambino courses. Leman Forest also offers birthday packages for children, with drinks and treats included. For groups, special rates and flexible schedules can be arranged on request. The park places great emphasis on safety, with a continuous lifeline and smart, unhookable karabiners for all participants.

Bordered by the Rhône in a green setting, Les Avenières preserved the authentic spirit of an undisturbed campaign. This small town is just a few steps away from the ski resorts of Savoy, the Rhônalpins lakes and the Monts mountains.

Hiking trails in the middle of poplar trees to the Walibi park, the many activities possible will seduce the most active as well as the quietest. From the top of the Devin Hill (291 m), the highest point of the town, a magnificent view of the Walkers. There are about clochers. The mountains of the Bugey, the Massif Massif, the Vercors summits and the soaring horizon, the snow capped peaks of the Alps, are distinguished.

The regulars of the place are unanimous, this mini-golf does not take a wrinkle. From spring to fall, we love to walk through the 18 holes armed with a club, with family or friends. The trees here are blessed by the gods when you know how much the sun of the lake's shores can plague some days! A haven of softness completed by the flowers and the groves which should contribute to our form to beat the bogey! For those who don't feel like playing the club, there is still the terrace to quietly sip a delicious milkshake, Futé tested the drink!

Get ready for an extraordinary experience as you glide down a track set in the heart of an exceptionally beautiful natural valley. Enjoy all the sensations of a toboggan run in Savoie, on over 6 kilometers of pure pleasure, accessible to everyone from the age of 5. This recreational outing will take you down tight bends and varied slopes, providing immense satisfaction for tobogganing enthusiasts. So, are you ready for an extraordinary 45-minute adventure full of thrills and spills?

This very easy walk on the Monts de Chambéry, in the heart of the Parc Piot which dominates the city, is an opportunity to escape a little from the city and to enjoy a little greenery to relax better. The Monts site offers a wide view overlooking the city of the Dukes of Savoy and a panoramic view of the Chartreuse massif. The itinerary alternates meadows and wooded areas and follows a health trail. The reward is twofold since two belvederes overlook the cluse of Chambéry. Good plan: enjoy the magic of sunset from up there....

This charming mountain village transforms itself into a haven of winter bliss, where the ski slopes become the ideal playground for family adventures in the heart of the magnificent Parc de la Vanoise. In summer, it's a nature-lover's paradise, where you can hike, climb majestic peaks, hurtle down mountain bike trails or simply take a leisurely stroll. Families are sure to love the fun activities on offer.

Val Thorens is much more than a destination, it's a true state of mind, a fusion of attitude and altitude. This resort embodies the perfect blend of quality skiing and a very pleasant atmosphere. In a relaxed, lively and gourmet atmosphere, you're free to follow your desires at your own pace. You can multiply your experiences while sharing convivial moments. The ultimate goal is to live every moment to the full!

with 25 years' experience in mountain and outdoor sports, Monté Médio shares the best sensations with nature lovers. By turning to this team of mountain professionals, outings take on a whole new dimension. In summer, water sports offer the ultimate in refreshment. Canyoning and rafting in the region's rivers and torrents, notably the torrent de Montmin, are available to all, always in complete safety. Via ferrata, climbing and paragliding complete the range of activities on offer. In winter, with skiing and snowshoeing... Last but not least, Le Petit Futé loves the way Monté Médio invites you to celebrate your hen or stag night... Feel like getting moving? An address not to be missed.

Just 20 minutes from the metropolis by car, the Lorette swimming pool welcomes you during the summer in a relaxing and family setting. Here, the water comes from the Dorlay (river of the Loire) and is treated thanks to plants in the filtering garden, nothing more natural! The layout of the place is also very well thought out: you can come and have a picnic on the grass or stroll on the wooden pontoons, with your feet in the crystal clear water. A handi-accessible place thought out for children (who must be accompanied by an adult), where everyone can be sure to spend a pleasant day! The snack bar welcomes you all day long and offers cold drinks, pancakes and fast food.

A mountain golf course opened in 1934 at the foot of the Mont-Blanc massif. In the village of Les Praz, 3 km from Chamonix, the 18-hole golf course, spread over a 6-kilometre course, enjoys a magnificent natural environment, wooded and almost flat, with no fairways or road crossings, broken only by the Arve River, which causes daring players to lose a few balls... Hole 17 offers a view of Mont Blanc and the serac cascade of the Bossons glacier. The chic clubhouse is remarkable for its log-cabin-style construction.