Lac Blanc du Galibier / Lac de la Ponsonnière

With the Mountain guides, you get fresh air and new experiences in summer and winter!SUMMER MOUNTAIN BIKING: Sessions for all levels, adults and children: beginners, improving, enduro and E-MTB. Wild, new routes, off the beaten path. Equipment included. HIKING: Everyday, a choice of thematic hikes for children and/or adults who love nature and the mountains: the observation and photography of marmots and chamois; the flora; twilight hikes; life in the mountain pastures, Savoy snacks, Nordic walking, and so much more... There are also hikes at altitude to discover our valley's most beautiful peaks: Grand Galibier, Pointe des Cerces... RUISSELING: Hiking through rivers, try and beat the current. MOUNTAINEERING: An easy climb (from 10 years old) to discover the frozen peaks, Aiguilles d'Arves, Ecrins, Mont Blanc, Vanoise... VIA FERRATA: Three routes, for children, beginners or experienced climbers, from Valloire, and more than ten others in the valley: thrills and relaxation guaranteed! CLIMBING: Every week we organise sessions and training courses for adults and children from 5 years old. CANYONING: Jumps, slides in one of the most beautiful canyon in Savoy. Fun in the water, whether it's your first time or you're coming back for more. TRAIL: Introduction for beginners or training for the most experienced. WINTER Snowshoe walks with us means being out in the great outdoors, far from the ski slopes, the noise, the crowds... It's a white desert where you can observe chamois, deer, wolves, the local history, and where you'll experience a unique atmosphere, sliding, friendship, laughter, meeting others... what a way to recharge your batteries and have fun! The programme for the week is available from the ESF offices and the Tourist Office when you arrive.

With Azize and Lucie, certified mountain guides, discover natural areas and the heritage of Valloire.WINTER - Half-days: every day for all levels. - Evenings: moonlit walks by headlamp light, with gourmet aperitif to share. - Snowshoe enthusiasts" day: a whole day to discover the wild landscapes of the Galibier. Meal: Savoyard fondue in an authentic alpine chalet. - Trapper's Day": On the Sapinière plateau, the forest is wild and beautiful. For a day, you'll be trappers, hunters of images and memories. Barbecue meal (grilled meats, grilled potatoes, hot cheese...) around a wood fire. Equipment supplied (snowshoes and sticks) - Transport provided Information and registration at "Le Contoir" wine bar SUMMER - ½ days for adults and children : From a walk to meet the marmots for the very young, young and old, to a summit outing with breathtaking panoramic views for the more athletic, there's something for everyone! Home-made snacks to enjoy! - Top day tours : The 4 lakes: A day out accessible to the widest possible audience to discover splendid scenery and majestic lakes. Savoyard picnic provided and cooked by us! Unforgettable! Le Grand Galibier: A challenging hike to 3228m, where ibex, edelweiss, alpine lakes and breathtaking panoramas will accompany you to the summit! - Night hikes: From a mountain aperitif at the summit (Monday evening), to an evening in a little alpine chalet with a Savoyard fondue (Thursday evening), these hikes, accompanied by magical sunsets over the most beautiful mountains, will make you feel like the king of the world! Full program, timetables, prices... available from the tourist office or at www.rando-montagne-valloire.fr Transport provided subject to availability.