La Forclaz and la Cha alpine pastures - Hike

The old Carthusian monastery, now Carmel, is classified as a Historic Monument. In the shadow of Pointe Percée (2752m), it was founded in 1151 by Carthusian monks.The buildings, refurbished in 1686 and 1717, contain the old cells of the monks, the large and the small cloister in Flamboyant Gothic style (open for visits only during the European Heritage Days), the harmonious chapel (1480-1530) and the common rooms. After having cleared the soils for centuries and organized pastoral and agricultural life, the Carthusians left the place in 1901, leaving the place since 1932 to Carmelites. Inside, the nuns broadcast a commented slide show about their way of life. A model of the buildings is also displayed. Contact our heritage guide Anne-France Binder for a guided tour of the monument. Do not hesitate to take a look at the chapel of John from Spain the Blessed to learn more about the origins of the building.

Le Reposoir's church was built by the same architect than the church of Saint-Sigismond : the priest Rouge. Constructed in 1849 on a Greek cross plan, it had no steeple for lack of means.In 1888, the church declared too small for 430 inhabitants, was extended on a Latin cross plan. The wooden belfry was replaced by the current steeple and the works were paid by the Carthusian monks. Inside, you will be able to see 8 stained-glass windows made by the factory of Bessac near Grenoble and a statue of John from Spain the Blessed. For a detailed story of the church and the village, please contact our heritage guide Anne-France Binder.

A typical farmstead-style apartment on a hillside facing the Col de la Colombière.Come and enjoy this quiet place to relax in the countryside and savour the owners’ famous reblochon cheese. In summer, there are hiking trails from the farm. Experience to live with you family. Independent entrance. Lounge/dining room with fitted kitchen, living area. 1 bedroom with double bed, 1 bedroom with bunkbeds. Bathroom with toilet.

The Domaine de Fréchet is located in Le Reposoir. It welcomes children, families and groups all year round. The comfort of its facilities makes it a privileged place for learning and finding your bearings.The Domaine de Frêchet is a huge cottage with a maximum capacity of 150 beds. It could welcome you during summer or during winter with you family, in group (sportive or not), in team building or for a familial events. It has 26 large and confortable bedsrooms and studios. It make availaible to you rooms and materiel which you need to carry out your activities. Restauration is friendly and tasty with local products. During summer, the Domaine de Frêchet propose numerous and funny activities during your holidays (poney rides, treetop adventure course, farms visits…). During winter, the Domaine de Frêchet is next to the skiing area and to the snowshoe treks. Le Reposoir is a familial ski resort wich is ideal for children and for adults who want to learn ou learn again ski.