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1st October 2026
Cold plunging in the French Alps !
Our director Kelly has been extolling the virtues of cold water plunges in her local river throughout the year, even in the depths of winter ! It’s in a gorgeously serene location with the beautiful mountain scenery changing with the seasons. There’s compelling evidence to suggest that immersion in cold water offers a… Read more »
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28th September 2026
Yoga & massage in the comfort of your chalet with Hannah Duncalf
Practicing yoga in the Alps combines traditional mindful movement with the powerful, fresh-air environment of high-altitude mountain peaks, and can bring a whole host of benefits, helping you enjoy your ski holiday to the full! Improved Recovery: Restorative stretching relaxes tight fascia and sore muscles after a day of skiing. Enhanced Breathing: Crisp alpine… Read more »
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14th September 2026
Foraging around Val d’Isere
The natural environment surrounding Val d’Isère is exceptionally rich in flora and fauna, making it an incredible Alps foraging destination during the summer and early autumn months. What You Can Forage: 🌿 Wild Herbs & Greens (Summer): Throughout the summer pastures, you can find high-altitude edible plants such as wild spinach (Good King Henry),… Read more »
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21st August 2026
Discover the lifestyle of a mountain shepherd
If you’re interested in seeing another side of mountain life, why not take the opportunity to meet a mountain shepherd! Setting off along the Balcon trail with a mountain guide you will discover pastoralism, the role of livestock guardian dogs (Patous) and life on the alpine pastures. To reach the flock, part of the walk… Read more »
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14th August 2026
Experience the thrill of Via Ferrata !
Scaling a sheer cliff hundreds of feet in the air sounds like something only experienced climbers with expensive kit would be able do, but the Via Ferrata – a series of steel rails, cables, iron rungs, pegs, bridges and steps implanted into rock to make a climbing route – makes an aerial adventure accessible to… Read more »
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24th July 2026
Foire Avaline – Savoyarde fair in Val d’Isere on 1st & 2nd August
An annual highlight of the summer season, the Foire Avaline takes place on 1st & 2nd August in the centre of Val d’Isere. Nearly 90 artisans, producers and exhibitors from the two Savoie regions, the Aosta Valley and Piedmont will introduce you to their expertise: jewellery, ceramics, cutlery, local products, textile creations, sculptures, Italian… Read more »
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30th June 2026
Get a Val Pass multi-activity card for unlimited summer fun!
Make the most of the activities on offer in Val d’Isere this summer with the Val Pass, which gives you unlimited access to a multitude of varied activities, as well as discounts on many others ! With this pass in your pocket, there’s no limit to what you can do in Val d’Isère: from… Read more »
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5th June 2026
Free pedestrian lifts in Val d’Isere in summer !
If you’re planning on doing some walking or hiking this summer you can take advantage of the free lifts for pedestrians in Val d’Isère. Both Solaise chairlift and the Olympique gondola are open from 4th July until 30th August. All you need to do is visit the lift pass office to get your free pass… Read more »
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29th May 2026
Get your summer adrenalin fix in the Tignes-Val d’Isere Bike Park!
If you’re looking for a great way to enjoy the mountains this summer why not swap your skis for a mountain bike and come and give the Tignes-Val d’Isere bike park a go?! Open from 4th July to 30th August, the bike park offers 230km of trails and dedicated courses in spectacularly beautiful mountain… Read more »
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10th April 2026
International Adventure & Discovery film festival – 13th to 16th April
The 29th edition of the International Adventure & Discovery Film Festival takes place next week from 13th to 16th April in the Centre de Congres. Over the 4 nights you will be able to see the official selection of 11 documentary films which will be judged by the combination of an exceptional jury and… Read more »
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