Summer activities
Summer activities
Hiking,
what better way to see the flora and fauna of the alpine meadows, traditional chalets, mountain life and the magnificent views of the Aravis Mountains and Mont-Blanc. 132km of signposted trails, half-day and full-day walks and hikes for all levels.
Junction with the “Tour du Pays du Mont-Blanc”.
La Giettaz hiking and heritage guide, walking map of Val d'Arly and map-guide to the “Route des Montagnes” on sale at the tourist office.
Sandrine Coulaud qualified mountain leader: (33) 4 79 32 90 82 or http://sandrinecoulaud.blogspot.com/
Mountain biking, starting from La Giettaz and for the whole of Val d'Arly. 290km of signposted trails. Map on sale at the tourist office.
The Diamant Vert: the Val d'Arly and Mont-Blanc area - for all the thrills of the descent without the pain of the climb. The ski lifts will whisk you to the top.
Superb views and varied circuits for families and top-class bikers alike!
More information: www.diamantvert-vtt.com
The Col des Aravis, Col de la Colombière, Cormet de Roselend, etc by bike La Giettaz is the starting place for numerous circuits of all levels of difficulty. Free guide to cycle tours available from the tourist office.
Off-road Saphari photo, "Les balcons des Aravis" for adults and children - minimum of 4 people.
Introductory Quad lessons and trips with professional supervision. Adults and children, whether sporty or not.
"Aravis Voyages":
Tel : (33) 6 09 47 10 74
www.aravis-services.com
Climbing - Mountaineering Via Ferrata
Bolted crag at the Rocher des Aravis, 8km from La Giettaz.
Beginners, advanced, half-day, full-day.
Col des Aravis Via Ferrata
Ice, glacier and rock climbs in the Mont-Blanc and Aravis Massifs.
Mountain Guide:
Michel Poëncet: (33) 4 79 32 92 77 - (33) 6 83 47 16 18
Trout fishing
In the Aravis, the Arondine, the Arly, etc. mountain lakes and streams. Fishing permit mandatory. 15-day holiday permits for the whole of Savoie, available from 1st June to 30th September, or day permits.
On sale at the tourist office: (33) 4 79 32 91 90
Tennis and trampolines in the village La Couronne de Savoie (33) 4 79 32 34 77
Mini-Golf course personalised 18-hole course in the village La Cordée
Pétanque There are two pétanque areas: at Le Plan and in the village.
Playground For children: slide, swings and monkey bars (in the village)
Leisure centre for children in Flumet, from Monday to Friday (transport available from La Giettaz)
Chairlift
Hikers, mountain bikers, paraglider pilots and nature lovers, the Torraz chairlift will take you up to 1930 metres, from where you can enjoy the most beautiful views of Val d'Arly.
Paraglider take-off, numerous walks, orientation table, picnic area.
Paragliding
The “ Volatiles” - paragliding courses or introductory flights
French Free Flight Federation and Sports Ministry approved. A truly professional team at your service.
(Snowmobile outings and tandem paraglider flights in winter)
Saisies site - (33) 4 79 38 95 54 - Montmin Annecy site - (33) 4 50 64 44 60
Summer sledging
At Le Jaillet in Megève, open from late-June to mid-September.
skiamegeve.com
Tel. (33) 4 50 21 01 50 - Fax (33) 4 50 91 93 89
