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Lake Annecy nearby the Mont-Blanc, with Switzerland and Italy just next door, the
region can boast of a great tourist appeal. Why not come and enjoy the sun and fresh air and water at 24°C, why not come and be tempted by the beauty of the area and be greeted by a friendly welcome. The lake's surroundings offer more than meets the eye. Make your stay a cultural one by visiting the museums and castles. Meet genuine craftsmen with unrivalled skills. Come on board one of the boats touring the lake or take a walk in the mountains. | |
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Chamonix Mont-Blanc in the heart of the Northern Alps is located at the intersection of an international communication network; only 20 km from Switzerland and linked to Italy by the Mont-Blanc Tunnel. Chamonix is located at the foor of the Mont-Blanc, Europe's highest summit (4.810 m / 16.000 ft). The exceptional natural
surroundings have made the Chamonix valley one of the most visited natural sites in the world. | |
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The Vanoise National Park has 2 zones: the central zone and the peripheral zone. The central zone is a highly protected zone and its regulations are very strict. The peripheral zone covers 28 villages. The park's mission consist in enhancing the touristic,
cultural and economic local resources and encouraging the respect of environment. The park also has five nature reserves. | |
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Champagny en Vanoise Charm of a village, pleasure of a large terrain Situated in the Alps, in Savoy (Tarentaise - Vanoise) Champagny en Vanoise is a mountain village and a tourist station with a 'bubbly' name which
cultivates its difference: 2 sites in one for your stay and your leisure: Champagny Station (alt. 1250m) : The heart of the village and the station where you can find all the shops and main services. The Valley of Champagny le haut (alt. 1450 m) : A superb preserved valley, classified in 'the natural monuments and sites of France' for its beautiful countryside and the preserved architecture of its villages. It is also the Gateway to the Vanoise National Park (the oldest National Park in
France, founded in 1963) and the starting point for many walking activities. | |
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La Plagne located in the Tarentaise valley, at the very gates of the Vanoise National Park, La Plagne brings together 6 high altitude resorts (from 1800 to 2100 metres), and 4 village resorts. Its geographical
position makes La Plagne the ideal starting point for cultural and sporting outings in the Alps. You can take part in a wide range of white water sports on the Isère and Doron rivers, which form the area's boundaries. For the less intrepid, the shady beaches and relaxing cool of the lake at Macot may be more appealing. Walking on the ice fields under the watchful eye of the Bellecôte Glacier, which reaches 3416 metres, opens up the world of the high mountains at the gates of the Vanoise
National Park. | |
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Peisey-Vallandry boasts a century-old tradition of mountain hospitality made possible by the number of different types of accommodation in the resort. Peisey-Vallandry is the farmer's heaven! Come and meet farmers and farm animals in the alpine meadow. You will
discover their trade secrets and you will enjoy snacks with farm products, hum, delicious! In summer, Peisey-Vallandry is an ideal spot to practice numerous mountain activities at the gate of Vanoise National Park! Professionals will be happy to escort you, you will have fun here! | |
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Saint Martin de Belleville with 22 hamlets and villages, the township of Saint
Martin de Belleville is a living witness of yesteryear life in a mountain community. Once a week, local volunteers give guided visits of the valley's villages. For amateurs of history and patrimony, this is an opportunity to get to know the valley better, via olden day life, pastoral traditions and local anecdotes . | |
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Val Cenis located in the
Vanoise National Park and a few steps of Italy, has kept its hospital tradition, because this resort has been a long time trought by the pilgrims and the travellers. Val Cenis is the starting point of many excursions and a formidable play-ground for everybody to spend unforgettable holidays. | |
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Valfréjus a typical Savoyard resort, is located just above the village of Modane in the Maurienne Valley. A great resort to experience French cuisine in one of the varied restaurants. | |
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Val-d'Isère is situated in the heart of the Alps/Savoy region, and there are many opportunities for excursions to surrounding valleys to enjoy the magnificent mountain scenery. In the summer, there are plenty of remote hiking and camping destinations where you can be alone with just the mountains, valleys, lakes and streams as company. Lyon's St Exupery International Airport or Geneva International Airport are the closest to Val
d'Isere, and transportation to the town is frequent and reliable.. | |
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Tignes has great summer skiing; 16 ski lifts and over 20 kilometres (130 hectares) of runs & a vertical drop of over 750 m, gives you plenty to do. A popular hangout is the snow park, offering 2
half pipes, rails, bumps and jumps of all sizes. On the lake itself you can hire sailing boats, wind surfers, canoes, rowing boats and pedalos, for some of which lessons are available. You'll notice Europe's highest golf course on either side of the lake, horse riders and fishermen. | |
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La Rosière in
the heart of the Alps, La Rosière is situated near the Petit St. Bernard pass, close to the Vanoise National Park, Italy and the Mont Blanc. Exposed directly south, La Rosière benefits from forests, mountain pastures and amazing views over the whole valley, with a perfect mix of traditional and modern architecture. A wide range of Summer activities for all ages both cultural and sporting make La Rosière an ideal destination for your Summer mountain holidays. |
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