Winter at the Auberge sur la Montagne:
Our position in the middle of everywhere gives you the most fantastic choice of downhill winter sports! The world famous Val d'Isere - Tignes circuit is an 8 minute drive away and Les Arcs is 10 minutes, whilst La Rosiere with it's links to Italy is 25 minutes away. The off-piste powder paradise of Sainte Foy is a 5 minute drive, and there is a regular bus service. It's uncrowded pistes also make it ideal for children and beginners. Non-skiers are well-catered for with facilities for cross country skiing, dog sledding, ice climbing, ice fishing, ice skating and swimming. Or take a leisurely stroll round the shops and weekly markets at one of the nearby resorts.
Summer at the Auberge sur la Montagne :
We're right on the edge of the Vanoise National Park and have walking and hiking routes written out and ready to give you! Sensational mountain scenery. Some of the best mountain bike and road cycling routes in the world on our doorstep, as well as a multitude of other sports e.g. glacier skiing, white water rafting, golf, horse riding, swimming, tennis, fishing, parapenting and rock climbing. Gentler pursuits include the Baroque church trail, local vineyards, concerts and local fetes.
Location:
We are in one of the most easterly and most beautiful parts of the French Alps, nestled on the side of the mountain just off the D902 between Bourg St Maurice and Val d'Isere. Our nearest airports, Chambery, Grenoble, Lyon and Geneva are about 2-3 hours drive away. In winter there is a direct Eurostar service from Waterloo to our nearest station at Bourg St Maurice, about 15 mins drive away. With pre-booking we have a 4WD minibus available for local transport or airport transfers at a reasonable charge.
Ski:
Sainte Foy offers one of the best value lift passes in the French Alps, at just 126 euros for 6 days. You can also ski for a day at each of Val d'Isere, Tignes, Les Arcs and La Rosiere at half price. We have also negotiated a specially discounted rate for the Espace Killy (Val d'Isere and Tignes). Children under 7 ski free at Sainte Foy and are well looked after by the friendly local ski school and creche (4and over). The under 3's will be happy spending the day with our fully trained nanny leaving you free to enjoy your time on the slopes.
Other Activities:
white water rafting, canyoning, hydrospeeding, climbing, dog sledding
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