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to Le Grand-Bornand

Ski areas

• The Aravis space and an area connected by shuttle. This space includes the stations of le Grand-Bornand, Clusaz, Manigod and St-Jean-de-Sixt. This domain account 220 km of slopes in an altitude between 1000 m and 2600 m altitude. The link between la Clusaz and le Grand-Bornand is by ski - bus with a rotation every half hour (6km). It is free for owners of Aravis package. Also note the Nordic ski area (more than 100km) on the field.
• Located in the heart of the massif des Aravis, La Clusaz has kept the charm of a mountain village. A multitude of sporting or cultural events for children and adults, without forgetting local traditions, fairs and festivals of village... each y touvera how to activate or to rest, according to its rhythm. International ski resort, land of 8 champions world and homeland of freestylers of talent, La Clusaz is undoubtedly all slip station. 53 lifts serving 132 km of slopes. 5 areas of skis for the pleasure of skiers. Many trails for pedestrians or snowshoes... The Nordic space is shared between 2 sectors and offers 36 km of pistes on the sector of Beauregard and 50 km of track on the plateau of the Confins.
• In the middle of the aged authentic chalets of hundreds of years, at the foot of the Aravis chain, a preserved mountain offers flanks for a plethora of activities. In le Grand-Bornand, whether you are "100% ski" or relaxing, come and discover the perfect balance between tradition and modernity! In winter, it is 90 km of slopes served by 31 lifts.
• Preserved mountain village, located in the massif des Aravis, the village and its valley offer many discoveries: the Church and its pipe organ, visits to the farm, its centuries-old chalets, its many activities. Homeland of the famous chef Marc Veyrat, regional gastronomy holds a high place in this region (diots, polenta, farcement, country sausage, fried potato... and many other specialities to enjoy). Manigod ski area includes the Croix-Fry and Merdassier.Ces sectors both sides are complementary and offer 25 km of trails signposted all difficulties: 3 green, 14 blue, 8 red, 1 black, served by 17 lifts. Ideal for relaxing skiing but for cross-country skiing.
• Located at 1450 m above sea level, the ski area of the plateu of Glières offers a beautiful Nordic skiing course. The station has 50km of slopes (20km from the black slopes), 7.5 km of red and blue runs, and 5 km from green slopes. In addition to skiing, trails, slopes sleds and lands are arranged for children and families. The ski area is located on the site of the monument dedicated to the resistance fighters of the second world war.

lake and mountain range

• Since the 13th century, the image of the villages of Aravis is associated Reblochon, the century-old cottages, pastures and steeples bulbs. Here the mountain is accessible and alive; It has a soul. Browisng the market streets of Thones, that we admire the castle of Menthon Saint Bernard of the top of Bluffy trails, that it runs through the middle of chalets in balade du Bouchet or keys, you can feel the history of the inhabitants of the mountain and it permeates their freedom. Equidistant of the ski resorts of the Aravis mountains and Lake Annecy, these villages are the ideal place of residence for travelers who do not want to choose between countryside, mountain and Lake.

• You will find the complete equipment necessary for the reception of children under 2 years: cot with linen provided, Chair high, small bath bathroom transat, mattresses langer, mix, bottle warmer or microwave.