Ski Area: Massif des Bauges
The Bauges offers a wealth of sporting and cultural activities in a location that’s hard to beat. It has 3 ski areas including family friendly Aillon-Margeriaz, Le Semnoz, over looking Annecy, plus Savoie Grand Revard, the largest cross- country ski resort in France.
In 2013 it gained international recognition as the venue for the final stage of the Tour de France starting in Annecy, passing through the Bauges to finish on Mt Semnoz. With it’s fantastic routes and quiet roads it is truly heaven for cyclists.
Whether you like swimming in the lake, walking in the mountains, or any other activity involving mountains or lakes, you’ll find it here in the Massif des Bauges.
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Ski Resort: Savoie Grand Revard
Savoie Grand Revard is an outstanding area of natural beauty in the Regional Natural Park of the Bauges, only 25 minutes from Chambéry, Annecy and Aix-les-Bains.
Savoie Grand Revard links three villages : La Féclaz, Le Revard and Saint-François de Sales.
La Féclaz : This is the principal village of the Savoie Grand Revard area. It has its own ski station and is home to many facilities:
Le Revard : One of the ‘first’ ski resorts created in France. Le Revard has preserved its character and authenticity. At the top of Mount Revard you will be amazed by the spectacular views of: the Alps mountain range, Mont Blanc and Lac du Bourget.
Saint-François de Sales: Nestles in the natural park of the Bauges. You can enjoy yourself all year round with many outdoor activities.
Savoie Grand Revard, has 140 km of Nordic ski runs through the largest forest in the Bauges in an amazing and unspoilt, protected environment. Cross country skiing lovers, enthusiasts of nocturnal skiing, there is something for everybody in Savoie Grand Revard. New A dedicated area for discovering cross country skiing and biathlon are available for your pleasure.
New Two alpine ski resorts, where one ski pass is all you need to enjoy, Revard and Féclaz's ski lifts giving you access to 50 km of Alpin ski runs.
New The Regional Natural Park of the Bauges in partnership with Savoie Grand Revard has established a viewpoint at the top of the chairlift in La Féclaz. It includes information on the history of urbanization, tradition of tourism and Lac du Bourget. The Revard's viewpoint area which provides a stunning view is an absolute must hot spot for the all-important Holiday Photo to send home and make all your friends and family jealous.
Savoie Grand Revard provides the opportunity to discover heritage, wildlife and local flora preserved in the heart of the Bauges Natural Park The « Tome des Bauges » is a famous cheese, and proudly produced here, once tasted you will be ‘hooked’.. Renovated old barns and farms are in abundance here and have kept all the charm and authenticity.
Many family activities: Savoie Grand Revard offers great family hiking through meadows and forests, there are numerous hiking trails to explore The trails are well marked and you can choose your walk according to your experience. The small maps called "Rando Parc" will help you to plan a safe and beautiful walk, in the Bauges. For over 10 years, the adventure park has delighted both children and adults. You can experience 7 different courses with your friends or family. For the youngest (from 3), a kid course has been specially built.
Via Ferrata: There are two via ferratas (one extremely difficult and one difficult) both are fully equipped to provide a challenge for even the most experienced.climbers. Savoie Grand Revard, has several natural sites suitable for climbing enthusiasts: Col de Doria, Le Sapey, Le Peney.
Road Bike and Mountain Bike: Electric bike, downhill, cross country, dirt ... Savoie Grand Revard is a cyclist's paradise. 120 km of tracks are waiting for you; a downhill track with ski lift and 2 more sizeable runs (average 20 km) La Féclaz to Chambery and Le Revard to Aix-les-Bains.
Finally : Horse riding, archery, kayaking, tennis, swimming, orienteering trails... the Savoie Grand Revard is an amazing area to visit whether you are on holiday or decide to invest here.
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