Experience CHALET L'ACCROCHE COEUR in Montvalezan, alpine paradise

Walk through the mountain pastures and admire the rustic chalets d’alpage in Putétruit, Le Vaz, Le Devanchaz and Les Eucherts. Start: Plan de l’Arc. Easy. PASTORAL LIFE Montvalezan’s gradient and high altitude used to make life fairly hard for the locals. To counter the effect of the sloping landscape and the long, cold winters, the commune’s population would use the layered growth of the vegetation and grass to their advantage. Each family owned three or four houses, built at different altitudes between Montvalezan village (at an altitude of 1150m) and the high altitude hamlets in the pastures around La Rosière and Les Eucherts (1850m). The families moved around according to their stocks of hay and the growth of the grass. In winter, they lived in houses lower down the mountain, and then gradually moved up the mountain as the seasons progressed. Families who owned high mountain pastures would spend the summer up on the mountain. Those who did not own their own pastures would make use of the communal pastures, situated above Les Eucherts and La Rosière (where the ski slopes are during the winter). During the day, the farmers would bring their cows together in one big herd and take them up to roam the communal pastures, and every evening the cows were taken back to each separate farmer to be milked. The milk was then made into “tomme de ménage”, a cheese which is now known as Tomme de Savoie. In summer, the women carried out the work in the alpine pastures, while the men headed down the mountain to make hay for the winter. In winter, the families moved back down the mountain, leaving the hamlets in Les Eucherts and La Rosière unoccupied for several months. These traditional farming methods continued right up until the 1960s and 1970s, when agricultural machinery started to evolve and La Rosière’s ski resort was developed. ITINERARY From Les Eucherts village, head towards Putétruit and Plan Pigeux. Go through the Plan de l’Arc and follow the track down. Keep going down the track until you reach the river. Cross the Torrent des Moulins. Go past the EDF water supply point and continue down the path towards Le Vaz. Leave the path and go down the trail on your right. Follow the trail until you reach the bridge crossing the Piche waterfall. Take the track towards Le Vaz. When you reach the water trough in Le Vaz, go along the path to your right. Go up towards the La Planche bridge and cross the Torrent des Moulins river. Head up towards Les Eucherts and Le Devanchaz. Follow the path up then turn right at Roche Raymond. Take care not to confuse the marked pathways with the farm tracks across the fields. Just above Les Tronchets, you will get to the Chemin des Foins or The Hay Trail. Keep going up towards the chalets in Le Devanchaz. Further on you will come out onto the road in Les Eucherts village.

This circuit boasts breathtaking views of the Combe des Moulins valley and its torrents. Start: Plan de l’Arc. Competent hikers. CATTLE In the past, the landowners around Plan Pigeux would get together to share the use of their pastures, grouping their cattle into one big herd. In 1924 these farmers formed the Plan Pigeux Farmer’s Association, which brought together 17 farmers and 35 Tarentaise cows, the native breed of the Tarentaise area. This association employed a full team of four men during the summer season in the high altitude pastures, with one person responsible for making the cheese. The herd was managed by the head herdsman (maître berger), assisted by the deputy herdsman (petit berger) and the calf herdsman (berger de veaux). The cows were milked twice a day in specially-built farm buildings high up on the mountain, used as shelter for both the animals and the farmers. The farmers took turns to provide supplies for the alpine pastures, as well as selling the produce. The introduction of this “cooperative” had several advantages, not least giving each farmer more time to take care of other essential tasks, such as haymaking and looking after his other animals. Grouping the cows together in one herd meant that the farmers produced a larger quantity of milk, allowing them to make larger cheeses, which were more profitable. The cheese-maker made a type of gruyère, which later became known as Beaufort, the area’s most famous cheese. The Plan Pigeux Farmer’s Association came to an end in 1963 due to the diminishing herd and the development of agriculture following the war. Today, the high mountain pastures are still roamed by heifers, which are taken up to enjoy the lush mountain grass in the warm summer months. ITINERARY After Les Eucherts village, just before the Plan de l’Arc, take upper track towards the Combe des Moulins. Go under the Landelières chairlift and carry on down the same track. Just after the bottom of the Fort chairlift turn right onto a pathway. At the sign for the “Source Captée”, keep going straight up. Cross the Combe des Moulins, and when you reach “La Pierre Gravée” take the path to your right. Cross the Torrent des Moulins stream and continue along the side of the mountain towards Plan Pigeux. When you reach Plan Pigeux, take two right turns as you walk amongst the ruined buildings and head down towards the Torrent des Moulins. Climb up towards Putétruit. Go past the chalets then follow the track back up to the Plan de l’Arc.

A memorable hike that you will be eager to repeat! Start: Plan de l’Arc. Competent hikers. THE LAC DU RETOUR Like many high-altitude lakes, the Lac du Retour was formed in a basin hollowed out by the glaciers. Perched high in a glacial cirque at an altitude of 2,400m, the lake covers an area of around 2 hectares. The lake is almost 10m deep and sits on the rocky edge of this glacial amphitheatre. It is frozen for about 8 months of the year, and the ice only melts around the beginning of July. The harsh climate at such a high altitude makes it hard for living things to survive. The aquatic creatures that live in the lake only enjoy the sunshine for a very short period, and the frogs that live here take two years to reach adulthood. Brown trout and minnow can also be found in the lake: they are introduced every year by the local fishing society, but only the minnow manage to breed. Around the lake are wetlands, and if you look closely you can see some rare alpine vegetation. One of the most striking plants found here is cottongrass, or Eriophorum, whose flowers look like balls of cotton wool. This type of high-altitude habitat is very fragile - take care not to damage any of the area’s wild plants or flowers and, as always, show respect for nature. ITINERARY From Les Eucherts village, head towards Putétruit and Plan Pigeux. Go through the Plan de l’Arc and follow the track down until you get Putétruit, then turn left onto the path which passes above the chalets. Cross the bridge over the Torrent des Moulins. Climb up towards Plan Pigeux and go up the path on your left after the big cow shed. Turn immediately right and go up the steep winding path towards the Lac du Retour. At the Passage du Retour go straight on, and walk past the lake up to the Retour pass. Go across the pass and further down at the fork turn left. Walk around the mountain face under the tip of Les Couloureuses until you reach the Louïe Blanche passage. At the pass, go down the steep path towards the Combe des Moulins. Go past the “Pierre Gravée” (engraved stone). At the following junction, take the pathway down to your left. Go past the sign for the “Source Captée”. Head towards the bottom of the Fort chairlift and follow the track back to the Plan de l’Arc.

Breathe in the scent of the wild flowers in the vast meadows above Le Châtelard. Start: La Rosière Tourist Office (Centre). Easy. HAYMAKING Make hay while the sun shines! Haymaking has always been an opportunity to catch up with friends and family under the warm summer sun. The haymaking period from mid-June to mid-July is crucial, as it serves to provide food for the herd throughout the long winter months. The start of haymaking is entirely dependent on the weather - after three days of sunny dry weather, the hard work begins. First thing in the morning, the grass is cut using a mowing machine or a tractor if the fields are not too steep. In the evening, the hay is turned until night falls. The following day, when the grass starts to dry, the hay is arranged into lines to be baled. The slope of the fields makes mountain haymaking both difficult and dangerous. Because of this, steeper fields or areas close to cliffs are still worked manually with a scythe and rake, as opposed to machines. Once the bales of hay have been made they need to be moved to the village. Many people are needed for this job to transport the bales and store them in the barns. Finally, after a long few days labouring, the workers come together to eat a hearty dinner and celebrate a job well done. ITINERARY From the Tourist Office in the centre of La Rosière, go up the road for around 100m. At the first crossroads, take the road down to the left. At the second crossroads, turn left again and head towards the Vieux Village. At the roundabout, go straight on for 100m then turn left down the steps heading off from the road. Walk through the narrow alleyway between the houses in the Vieux Village. Follow the track down until you reach the hairpin bend on the main road. Go down the road to the right for 100m then turn right down the forest trail. Cross the road at Beau Crêt. Further along the path you will reach a crossroads: turn left and head back up the hill. You will come out onto the hay fields at Corny. Head towards Le Châtelard, which you will be able to see further down the hill. At the sign for “Chamousse”, turn off the track to the left and take the path around the edge of the field. When you reach Le Châtelard, go left up the path leading back to La Rosière. As you go back uphill, take care not to confuse the marked pathways with the farm tracks crossing the fields. Head towards Le Devanchaz via Les Charmettes. When you get to Les Eucherts, turn left towards the chairlift. Cross the Place des Eucherts square and follow the road up until you reach the forest pathway, which will lead you back to the centre of La Rosière.

At dawn, marmots...in the afternoon golfers. Start : La Rosière Centre. Easy. LA ROSIERE’S GOLF COURSE Creating a golf course in the mountains is not an easy task. Nevertheless, at the end of the 1980s there was a boom in the number of golf courses in the Haute Tarentaise area, giving two La Rosière locals the idea to bring this summertime activity to their resort. At first they tried playing around the Petit St Bernard pass, one of the few relatively flat spaces in the area. But the following spring they realised that the high altitude did not work in their favour - there was too much snow left over at the beginning of the summer season to allow them to make any more than a couple of holes. Finally, in 1988 they came to an agreement with the Montvalezan town council to create three holes in the area above the altiport. Seven years later the golf course had expanded to 9 holes. La Rosière’s golf course is open to everyone, from beginners to expert golfers, locals and tourists alike. Many Montvalezan locals have learnt to play here and have then gone on to play on other golf courses around the region and beyond, but they all come back to the Lièvre Blanc plateau as often as possible to enjoy the spectacular panorama. The course weaves between marmot holes and bilberry bushes, and is overlooked by the Mont Pourri and the Massif du Beaufortain, with an unhindered view over Bourg St Maurice and the Isère valley. ITINERARY Start your walk just up from the Tourist Office in La Rosière. Walk around the outside of the shopping centre towards Les Galopins Kids’ Club. Just after the Kids’ Club you will come to a crossroads. Go straight on, then after two bends go straight on again for around 400m, up the road leading through the forest. Turn off the road onto the slope on your right. When you reach the sign for the “Chemin des Vaches”, take the path leading up to the left and follow the trail around the top of the golf course. When you reach the road, turn left and walk past the golf clubhouse. Follow the road back towards the resort between the golf course and the altiport. When you reach the altiport hangar, turn off the road to the right and cross the fields towards the ski lifts. Follow the path under the drag lift down to the bottom of the slopes in La Rosière.

Admire the stunning views of the valley from the Arête des Zittieux ridge. Start: La Rosière Tourist Office (Centre). Easy. MYRTILLES The bilberry (also known as the blueberry), or myrtille, is one of our most popular mountain fruits, giving a uniquely Savoyard flavour to tarts, pancakes, ice cream or jam. Not only do they taste delicious, they are bursting with goodness. A great source of antioxidants, bilberries are also good for your eyesight and circulation. But before you go bilberry picking, make sure you learn how to tell the difference between a true myrtille and a similar species, the “bog bilberry” (Vaccinium uliginosum), which should be eaten in moderation. To tell these two species apart, look closely at the shape of their leaves and the colour of the fruit’s flesh: the true bilberry’s (Vaccinium myrtillus) leaves have serrated edges and the fruit’s flesh is blue, whereas the bog bilberry’s leaves are rounded and the fruit’s flesh is white. Bilberries can be picked around mid-August once they are ripe. Before then the fruit is not ripe or sweet enough to be eaten, despite the dark colour of the berries. The ideal time to pick bilberries is in the afternoon, when the berries have been basking in the day’s sunshine and are full of juicy goodness. Bon appétit! ITINERARY Starting at the Tourist Office in La Rosière, follow the road towards Italy. Go past the Maison du Ski and the Relais du Petit St Bernard hotel. When you reach the top of the drag lift, take the pathway leading down from the road. Just above the bottom of the drag lift, take the path to your right which leads through the forest. Carry on down this path, then cross the road. Keep to the lower pathway and you will come out onto the Dou de l’Envers forest trail. Turn right and go over several small streams then you will come out onto a clearing on a second ski slope. Go uphill for 50m then turn left into the forest. Continue down the path and then head up towards the Arête des Zittieux ridge. At the top of the path, you will come out onto the main RD 1090 road. Follow the road until you get to the top of the Ecudets chairlift. Cross the road and climb the slope until you get to the edge of the golf course. Head down the slope under the drag lift until you reach the bottom of the main chairlift.

A walk through the forest towards the Plan de l’Arc leisure area. Start: La Rosière Tourist Office (Centre). Very easy. THE CREATION OF THE RESORT Skiing was popular in Montvalezan long before any ski lifts were built. Way back in the 1920s, the villagers would get together to organise skiing competitions. In those days the ski slopes ran between La Rosière and Le Châtelard, and skiers had to climb the mountain on foot. After the war, a project was put in place to build a ski lift which would link Le Châtelard and the Roc Noir via Les Eucherts, although this idea was later abandoned due to the unpredictable snowfall in Le Châtelard. In 1959, the town council suggested using the communal pastures above the road to the Petit St Bernard pass as ski slopes. These areas, situated above La Rosière, were the ideal place to create a network of ski slopes. In December 1960, a team of local volunteers erected La Rosière’s very first ski lift, the Poletta drag lift, carrying the parts through the snow on their backs. In that same year the Relais du Petit St Bernard bar, hotel and restaurant opened its doors to its very first customers. From 1961 onwards, other ski lifts such as the Lièvre Blanc and the Dahu were erected, funded by private investors. The new Roc Noir hotel was built, and in the years following many other hotels, apartments and shops opened for business. This is how the ski resort of La Rosière was created. Now take the Plan de l’Arc trail for a journey around the past and present of our resort. ITINERARY Starting off at the Tourist Office in the centre of La Rosière, head downhill for about 50m then take the steps up to the forest pathway which leads to l’Averne. When you come to the end of the path, head down the road for about 400m. Turn left and follow the path into the village square. Go past the ESF building in Les Eucherts. Carry on for around 100m past the bottom of the chairlift until you reach the road through the original Les Eucherts village. Follow the road for 500m until you reach the Plan de l’Arc. You can make use of the numerous activities or equipment provided (children’s playground, picnic tables and barbecues, climbing wall, pétanque ground and football pitch), and enjoy the outstanding views of the surrounding Mont Valezan, Combe des Moulins, Roche Enverse and Montet. Take the same route to get back to La Rosière.

Examine the battle scars around the ruined Fort de la Redoute. Start: from the car park at the foot of the slopes in La Rosière centre, take the Roches Noires Express chairlift up the mountain. Easy. MILITARY STRONGHOLDS The mountains around La Rosière and the Petit St Bernard pass have witnessed several military battles. Because of its strategic cross-border position, the area’s first large forts were built here by the House of Savoy (an important European dynasty) to protect the area against the threat of French revolutionaries in 1793-1794. Following the annexation of Savoy by France in 1860, the Italians were now the enemy. Towards the end of the 19th century, French soldiers started building and occupying the Fort de la Redoute, perched high upon the Traversette pass. In the time between the two wars, the fortifications expanded as tensions grew. From June 1940 to the offensives in March and April 1945, shelters and protective measures were increased around the Petit St Bernard pass and along the crests of the surrounding mountains, particularly between the Roc Noir and the Fort de la Redoute. In 1940, the Italian army launched a three-day attack on the border, and managed to break through along the top of the mountains. The Fort de la Redoute resisted all Italian offensives, but in the end the French were forced to sign an armistice and surrender their position to the enemy. The Italians occupied the region for three years until the Germans took their place. The Germans were finally ousted in an attack launched in March 1945, when the French army took the Roc Noir. Today, the area still displays many scars from the occupation. Look carefully at the surrounding rocks and you will see messages engraved by soldiers during the long periods of observation and surveillance. A word of warning: the fort should only be viewed from the outside. It is prohibited to go inside the ruins for safety reasons. ITINEARARY Buy a ticket for the chairlift from the lift operator then take the Roches Noires Express chairlift. Please ask at the Tourist Office or the Lift Pass Office for terms and conditions of use. The chairlift will take you from the bottom of the slopes up to the highest point in the La Rosière ski area. At the top of the chairlift, head left towards the Traversette pass and the ruins of the Fort de la Redoute. Follow the ski slope until you reach the Embrasures pass. Turn off the ski slope and follow the trail along the ridge of the mountain until you reach the Fort de la Redoute. Walk around the outside of the fort then take the slope down to the right, towards the Traversette pass, heading towards the Plan de l’Arc and Les Eucherts. Turn left off the slope onto the pathway. At the foot of the Fort chairlift, take the track which leads to the Plan de l’Arc. Continue through Les Eucherts village towards the centre of La Rosière. Go through the Place des Eucherts square then take the pathway through the forest. Once you get to the centre of La Rosière, continue up the road towards the Petit St Bernard pass and you will reach the bottom of the main chairlift in La Rosière.

Scale the Bec Rouge and enjoy unhindered views of the valley. Start: the old schoolhouse in Le Châtelard. Competent hikers. ITINERARY Go through Le Châtelard village. Go past the former school and head towards Le Vaz. When you get to Le Vaz, head towards La Roche up the forest trail. Follow the signs for La Roche. After the junction, go left and follow the trail that winds up through the forest, getting steeper and steeper as you climb. When you get to the clearing at La Roche, follow the path that passes behind the chalet and goes steeply up in the forest. At the next junction, turn left. Once you come out into the meadow, keep going up until you reach the sign saying “Alt. 2086m”, then head down the trail on your right. Cross the alpine meadows and go past the rocks which are dotted around the final ascent. Follow the trail up to the cross at the top of the Bec Rouge. Follow the same route to get back down to Le Vaz and Le Châtelard.

A hike through varied terrain at high altitude with the option of turning off towards the Lac de Retour. Start: the old schoolhouse in Le Châtelard. Competent hikers. WILDLIFE Hunting chamois or stags is not an activity for the faint-hearted. These beasts show astounding agility as they hurtle through the undergrowth and rocky scree. At the turn of the century, a chamois-hunter's kit was really something to see. They wore an impressive amount of equipment to go and track these beasts in their rocky habitat, almost as much as you would need to embark on a long expedition. Nowadays, chamois hunting is still very dangerous, but today's huntsmen have to respect the strict hunting rules in place. They are only allowed to hunt one type of animal (with regard to its age, sex, etc.) and must follow hunting guidelines, which are established by the hunting authorities according to population studies carried out before the season starts. The hunting rules and regulations have several aims: the first is to preserve endangered species, such as the black grouse or the mountain hare. The second is to stabilise numbers, which helps to limit the damage caused to the area and to avoid epidemics within the species. Every autumn, when the population count has been carried out, the huntsmen in Montvalezan are granted permission to cull a certain number of chamois, stags, does and roe deer. There are no restrictions in place with regard to wild boar. Wild animals can often be spotted in the areas around the marked pathways. Have a pair of binoculars handy to observe black grouse, golden eagles, bearded vultures, mountain hares and marmots, which have made their home in the grassland above La Rosière. ITINERARY Go through Le Châtelard village. Go past the former school and head towards Le Vaz. When you get to Le Vaz, head up the forest trail towards La Roche. Follow the signs for La Roche. After the junction, go left and follow the trail which winds up through the forest, getting steeper and steeper as you climb. When you get to the clearing at La Roche, follow the path which passes behind the chalet and goes steeply up in the forest. At the next junction, turn left. Once you come out into the meadow, keep going up until you reach the sign saying "Alt. 2086m", then go straight on. Walk around the side of the mountain and go down slightly until you reach the "Vallon du Piche" sign. Follow the winding trail until you reach the Lac du Retour. When you get to the Lac du Retour, go up towards the Passage du Retour. Turn left and head down the steep winding path towards Plan Pigeux. When you reach Plan Pigeux, turn left down the track towards Le Vaz. Go through Le Vaz and cross the bridge over the Torrent des Moulins. Keep going down the track until you reach Le Châtelard.

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Book online and enjoy the best PRICES with up to 50% off. ALPEN SKI SHOP: passion, experience and innovation at your service in LA ROSIERE. Even more services this winter at LA ROSIERE! DELIVERY We deliver your equipment directly to your residence on the day of your arrival. To do this, simply book on our website www.arpin.sport2000.fr and use the DELIVERY SERVICES option (flat rate of €20 per reservation). THE DRIVE We prepare your equipment in advance, you collect it directly from the store and go skiing without delay. To do this, simply book on our website www.arpin.sport2000.fr and use the SERVICES DRIVE option (free) THE STORES We are present in the heart of the LA ROSIERE resort, find us in one of our four stores close to your residence and at the foot of the slopes. OUR TEAM Take advantage of the advice of our team made up of mountain enthusiasts; they will guide you on the equipment best suited to your desires. COMFORT Ski boot specialist, Ski and forget your feet! Discover our selection of products for skiing in the best conditions and in complete comfort.

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The Bureau des Guides et Accompagnateurs de La Rosière is made up of qualified and experienced mountain professionals. Our job is to guide you on the most beautiful itineraries, off the beaten track, to help you surpass yourself and to teach you techniques, all with a cultural and environmental approach. Teaching and transmitting the mountain is close to our hearts. Our border location, close to the south face of Mont Blanc, means that we can also take you up the Italian side of the mountain on some exceptional, wild routes. This winter, the Guide Office will have a 9-seater vehicle to reduce private car travel and also allow greater access to new destinations without being dependent on shuttle timetables, for example. As in previous winters, the La Rosière Guide Office is working in partnership with the ESF La Rosière, which markets our winter activities. All bookings can therefore be made either directly at the ESF reception points or on the ESF website (link from our website at the bottom of the home page). Information and booking on +33 6 10 97 20 49.

Ski and snowboard hire, sale of clothing and accessories. Two shops: one in the resort centre in front of the Tourist Office and one at the foot of the slopes.

At the foot of the Roches Noires chairlift slopes. Up to 50% discount and 7th day free.

Equipment hire: Choose from ski: bike selection of the best brands and get a discount when you book via our website! On sale: Clothing, accessories, equipment. Even more services this winter at LA ROSIERE! DELIVERY We deliver your equipment directly to your accommodation on the day of your arrival. To take advantage of this service, simply book on our website www.arpin.sport2000.fr and select the DELIVERY SERVICES option (€20 flat rate per booking). DRIVE-THRU We prepare your equipment in advance, you pick it up directly at the shop and head straight to the slopes. To do so, simply book on our website www.arpin.sport2000.fr and use the DRIVE-THRU SERVICES option (free of charge). THE SHOPS We are located in the heart of LA ROSIERE resort. Find us in one of our four shops near your accommodation and at the foot of the slopes. OUR TEAM Take advantage of the advice of our team of mountain enthusiasts; they will guide you towards the equipment best suited to your needs. COMFORT Specialists in ski boots, ski and forget about your feet! Discover our selection of products for skiing in the best conditions and in complete comfort.

The church, built in 1975 is the third building on this site. Illuminated on its west facade entirely glazed. Presentation of five altarpieces of previous churches, a wooden pulpit, statuettes and paintings classified ..

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Chapel dedicated to Saint Anne dating back to 1831, located in Hauteville hamlet. Inside, you can see a painting and several statues

5 km from La Rosière, the viewing area by the Saint Michel Chapel allows you to identify the various peaks that surround La Rosière.

Chapel dedicated to Saint-Michael built on the top of a rock. It was first built at the beginning of the 17th century but had to be built again several times since Inside, you can see a alarpiece dating back to the 19th century with a painting representing Saint Michael, Saint Bernard and Saint Simon. Outside you can enjoy a panoramic view on the Tarentaise valley.

Not far from the route, this unusual little chapel, perched on the promontory of Le Châtelard at an altitude of 1,450m, enjoys an incredible view over the Haute-Tarentaise valley. A special viewing system using metal tubes means you can observe the summits and villages up the mountainside from the River Isère all the way to the Haute-Tarentaise ski resorts. This chapel is dedicated to the Archangel Michael, the patron saint of high places.

These are typical grouped villages, huddled around their chapel, built up the slope and facing directly south. The materials that have endured through the ages in building these centuries-old houses are stone, wood and lauze slate, which are sourced locally and enhanced by the mountain dwellers' worksmanship. As you cycle through the hamlets of Le Mousselard, Les Moulins, Le Villaret and Le Solliet, you'll be able to admire them.Once designed to cater to rural activities, these houses have now been restored either as permanent homes or to provide additional tourism accommodation for the resort of La Rosière.

Chapel dedicated to Saint Roch dating back to 1831, located in Les Laix hamlet. Inside, you can see a painting and a staute representing saint Roch, who is invoqued against the Plague.

From the 13th century, the parish was attended by the Canons Regular of the Hospice du Petit Saint-Bernard. After a fire ravaged the original church in 1636, the priest Jean Ducloz organised for a new church to be built, in Baroque style, which was consecrated in 1688. He paid for the redeveloped extension of the main municipality's seigniorial residence, which became known as the Vicar's Tower. It was intended to accommodate not only the vicar but also the canons from the Hospice who came there in winter until 1760 or thereabouts.

Chapel dedicated to Saint Barbara dating back to 1873, located in Le Solliet hamlet. Inside, you can see a painting representing saint Barbara aid sait Catherine as martyrs and several statues

A stunning high-altitude lake, near the Pointe des Couloureuses. Like many high-altitude lakes, the Lac du Retour was formed in a basin hollowed out by the glaciers. Perched high in a glacial cirque at an altitude of 2,400m, the lake covers an area of around 2 hectares. The lake is almost 10m deep and sits on the rocky edge of this glacial amphitheatre. It is frozen for about 8 months of the year, and the ice only melts around the beginning of July. The harsh climate at such a high altitude makes it hard for living things to survive. The aquatic creatures that live in the lake only enjoy the sunshine for a very short period, and the frogs that live here take two years to reach adulthood. Brown trout and minnow can also be found in the lake: they are introduced every year by the local fishing society, but only the minnow manage to breed. Around the lake are wetlands, and if you look closely you can see some rare alpine vegetation. One of the most striking plants found here is cottongrass, or Eriophorum, whose flowers look like balls of cotton wool. This type of high-altitude habitat is very fragile – take care not to damage any of the area’s wild plants or flowers and, as always, show respect for nature.

High-altitude restaurant for skiers and mountain bikers, also accessible on foot, by car or by shuttle bus. A very good table in a beautiful typical chalet. Entirely homemade local cuisine. The terrace overlooking the valley is bathed in sunshine. The whole Sanglier qui Fume team is here to make sure you have the time of your life! For lunch, a drink at the end of the day, on skis, on foot, by shuttle or by car, there's no excuse not to come and see us!

Located directely on the slopes, the Chez Léon restaurant offers Savoyard specialities such as the tartiflette, the must-try. You will be welcomed on a large sunny terrace with a magnificent view over the Mont Pourri. Mélanie and Jérémy have taken over the family business and welcome you for a gourmet break, either indoors or on the sunny terrace. Enjoy home-made specialities with a breathtaking view of Mont Pourri. During a day on the slopes, come and enjoy homemade dishes that will warm your heart. New: à la carte pasta for a quick lunch

"Cooking is a passion, a time for sharing, happiness and conviviality, in relation to the dishes on offer, my team and I do our utmost to offer you quality and taste to meet your expectations." Nicolas Charbonneau The restaurant at the Hôtel L'Alpin*** offers daring, tasty cuisine that cleverly blends tradition and modernity. The Chef and his brigade revisit the great regional classics. The menu is based exclusively on fresh seasonal produce, with a lunchtime menu and a more elaborate choice in the evening. With seating for around fifty people and two terraces, the restaurant is open to hotel guests as well as to those passing through who enjoy a delicious meal.

Bar - restaurant Home made cooking. Savoyard specialties. Fondues. Banquets (on request). Theme evenings. Sports broadcast on giant screen. Possibility to privatize the room for a birthday, wedding, etc.

At the foot of the Parchey chairlift on the way to Notre Dame des Vernettes, stop at the Kitz. You can enjoy Austrian and Alpine specialties, charcuterie and cheese platters, and homemade desserts in a warm atmosphere.

In the heart of the old village of Plan Peisey, you will find the typical Ferme restaurant. Come and enjoy a warm, welcoming Savoyard setting! We invite you to taste our homemade dishes prepared with local produce. Whether you're enjoying a meal, sipping a refreshing drink, or treating yourself to a gourmet break, you'll find something to please you: crêpes with homemade jam, artisanal ice creams, and more, starting at 4 p.m. Sit down on our magnificent terrace for a moment of relaxation. Enjoy a panoramic view of the valley and the charm of a typically Savoyard countryside setting. In the evening, come and discover our homemade Savoyard fondue in a friendly and authentic atmosphere. Reservations are preferred. We are accessible from the path leading to Notre-Dame des Vernettes, both during the day and in the evening. The chalet is just a 5-minute walk from the Parchey car park.

Welcome to La Ferme de César, the oldest restaurant at the foot of the slopes in the old village of Montchavin, in an authentic farmhouse that still smells of yesteryear. Ideally located at the arrival point of the slopes, this is a place not to be missed for a lunch break. As for the cuisine, you'll be delighted to sample meats, traditional Savoyard dishes and specialties, all prepared with care and a touch of originality. You'll have the pleasure of dining in a room heated by a wood-burning stove. La Ferme de César is the ideal place to indulge your sweet tooth. A beautiful 120-seat terrace awaits you, and you'll discover traditional cuisine, with a Brasserie "Esprit Bistrot" menu, homemade pizzas (also available to take away), as well as Savoyard specialties for connoisseurs, all with fast service. And at all hours, sweet crêpes and a tea menu will satisfy any small hunger.

This wonderful establishment is located at the foot of the slopes and in the heart of the old village of Montchavin. With several dining rooms, it's a family-run restaurant founded in 1975, offering homemade dishes made with fresh produce. On a south-facing terrace, the discovery of an original, refined menu, based on quality regional products, promises many pleasures. You'll discover meats and fish cooked at low temperatures to a superb quality. As for the decor, it will charm you with its local colors. There's a cosy area with armchairs on the terrace and at the bar, where you can relax and enjoy a menu of world teas, carefully selected wines and a menu of cocktails to "lose your mind". Non-alcoholic cocktails are suitable for children. With its three rooms featuring regional themes - the high mountains, the farm and Telemark with Ski - you'll experience three different atmospheres. Menu Lunch * Specialities * Children's menus * Quick service Evening * Cocktail bar * Numerous specialties * Refined menu * Children's menus * Wide choice of wines Accessible to people with reduced mobility. Benefits : Family Plus label, high chair, disabled WC, changing table, baby booster seat, coloring book for children. South-facing restaurant and terrace at the foot of the slopes! Skis-on arrival possible

In the heart of the Nordic area. At the foot of the beautiful north face of Bellecôte. Come and share some good moments near the fireplace and enjoy: daily specials, menus, pastries and mulled wine, you can also wait for your horse-drawn sleigh ride.

Bar and restaurant at the gateway to the Vanoise National Park. Homemade snacks, local or organic, ice creams, tarts, hot and cold drinks. Reservations are recommended, preferably in the evening.

Bed, breakfast and evening meal at 3km of tne center of Seez on the road to la Rosiere

Youth hostel with collective hostel, green key and bicycle reception label. Organization of weekly ski breaks in winter and sports breaks in summer. Reserved for "auberge de jeunesse" members (membership available on site). This youth hostel offers a friendly welcome in a natural setting, located between the forest and the cross-country ski trails in winter and on the banks of the Isère river and the Adventure Trail in summer.

In a spirit of hospitality and simple pleasures, your host Sophie and Stephane BORNET will offer food and board at the legendary and historic Hospice of Petit Saint-Bernard. Passers-by, travellers, trekkers, cyclists, pilgrims, sporty or meditative; whether you spend an hour or several days at the Little Saint Bernard Pass it is always a journey through time and space, noticing the unnoticeable, getting in touch with oneself and the world, a simple and pure exaltation.

13/12/2019 > 13/04/2020 11/12/2020 > 05/04/2021 This winter, enjoy a relaxing stay in your caravan, motorhome, or rental chalet at Huttopia Bourg-Saint-Maurice, on the road to Les Arcs. The Paradiski ski area is on your doorstep! 27/05/2020 > 27/09/2020 Enjoy a holiday in the heart of Savoie on the road to Les Arcs at Huttopia Bourg Saint Maurice campsite. Swimming pools, hiking, and open air activities await you!

Located in the valley of the Petite Sassière, the refuge is guarded in spring and summer. The rest of the year the refuge is open but there is no surveillance. On-site catering during the opening period: fresh and local produce. In winter, this refuge is a fabulous base camp for ski touring. It is fully equipped: gas, water on sink, utensils and dishes, lighting and solar heating. - Waste management - Renewable energy (photovoltaic) - Thermal panels for hot water and heating - Sleeps 39 in : a 12-place mezzanine in the upper part of the room. a dormitory sleeping 27 in bunk beds. During summer, come and discover the Safari tents for 4 to 6 people with camp beds and duvets for a comfortable mountain bivouac.

Refuge located in the hamlet of La Motte, it is very well placed on circuits of several days, such as the Alta via Glaciale, via Alpina, Grand Tour de Tarentaise. It also allows interesting loops through the pass of Mount (towards Italy) 30 sleeping places: 2 rooms for 4 people, 2 rooms for 6 people, 1 room for 2 people reserved for guides and a dormitory for 8 people. Each room has its own shower room and WC on each floor. Children are welcome from the age of 4.

"Perched at 2,410 metres in altitude, the chalet-refuge de Turia showcases its Chaloin-type architecture, which is emblematic of the simple and friendly welcome of the ""small"" refuges of Vanoise built in the 1970s. These quickly assembled wooden refuges combine rusticity, sturdiness and rapid heating. The “bachal” water (trough-shaped water reservoir) is captured under a rocky glacier, several hundred metres away. Inside, the shelter is equipped with a UV filter to purify the water."

In the protected area of the Vanoise National Park, the Mont refuge enjoys a rich fauna and flora, as well as a superb panorama of the surrounding glaciers and mountain pastures. A real refuge at an altitude of 2374 m. Refuge of the Club Alpin Français, at an altitude of 2,373 m Open from mid-June to mid-September (ask the warden for more information). Open in spring only by reservation. 2.5 hours walk from Les Lanches and 1.5 hours from the top of the Transarc. 4 dormitories. One with 20 places, two with 15 places, a "guide" dormitory with 5 places. 55 places Accommodation, half board, catering Classic starting point for high mountain tours in the Mont-Pourri massif (3779m altitude) On the "Tour du Mont Pourri" circuit Near the Geay glacier (1h30) Near the south side of the Poccard breach. Near the Regaud refuge, exhibition on the history of mountaineering in the Peisey-Nancroix valley. Meal: dinner (soup, hot dish, cheese, dessert) single service at 7pm A la carte during the day: drinks, wine, omelettes, salads, cheese, cold cuts, cottage cheese, chocolate cake, blueberry pie, apple pie, etc.

Located in Landry, 5 minutes from the train station, very close to the shuttle stop, Hotel l'Alpin has 15 en-suite rooms with TV and Wi-Fi. Located in the heart of the village of Landry in the area of Peisey Vallandry, the Hotel L'Alpin is the ideal establishment for those who want to find warmth and friendliness after a busy day. All year long, Nathalie, director of the hotel and her team, welcome you, advise you and serve you with all the generosity that characterizes the region.

This shelter, kept from the end of June to the beginning of September (providing food and accommodation), remains open for self-catering for the rest of the year. Before becoming the property of the Vanoise National Park in 1972, it was a former alpine chalet which was built from materials extracted on site starting in 1932. It was home to the Alpage de la Martin for a period of thirty years during which Beaufort, Sérac and butter were produced.