2020 2021 WINTER CONTENTS

03 04 06 SAINT-GERVAIS THE THERMAL BATHS SKI FACTS & FIGURES SAINT-GERVAIS THE EVASION MONT-BLANC

08 10 12 ACCOMMODATION EVENING ADVENTURES SAINT-GERVAIS & RESTAURANTS BENEATH THE STARS & THE MONT-BLANC WHAT’S NEW TRAMWAY THIS WINTER?

14 15 16 ENCOUNTER LOCAL HIGH LEVEL ATHLETES FAMILY MEN & WOMEN FROM SAINT-GERVAIS FUN

18 19 20 CULTURE EVENTS CONTACTS & HERITAGE AT THE SUMMIT & ACCESS

2 SAINT-GERVAIS FACTS & FIGURES

4 4808.72 M 2 5 779 2 SKI AREAS VILLAGES CULMINATING POINT PERMANENT RESIDENTS Evasion Mont-Blanc Le Fayet, Saint-Gervais, st and the summit of Mont-Blanc on 1 January 2020 Les Houches / Saint-Gervais Le Bettex and Saint-Nicolas

500 KM 253 123 NEARLY 50 KM OF SKI SLOPES RUNS SKI LIFTS OF SIGNPOSTED TRAILS 445 KM Évasion Mont-Blanc 228 Évasion Mont-Blanc 108 Évasion Mont-Blanc 37 KM of snowshoe trails 55 KM Les Houches / Saint-Gervais 25 Les Houches / Saint-Gervais 15 Les Houches / Saint-Gervais 12.56 KM of ski-touring trails

6 500 YEARS 20 000 72 1 HOUR THE DURATION OF THE TOURIST BEDS PLACES TO EAT BY MOTORWAY JOURNEY OF SPRING WATER including 28 mountain from Geneva airport from Mont-Blanc restaurants to the Thermal Baths

LABELS OF QUALITY

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FAMILLE PLUS QUALITÉ TOURISME TERRE DE JEUX 2024 The guarantee of a friendly Quality control measures Recognition of the active contribution welcome and activities for local professionals in the aim of certain communities towards suitable for families. to continuously improve facilities the Olympic and Paralympic Games and customer satisfaction. in Paris 2024.

ACCUEIL VÉLO STATION CLASSÉE DE TOURISME CLASSEMENT CATEGORIE 1 VILLAGE AMI ÉQUIPE DE DE SKI The guarantee of a friendly The highest recognition in the ranking A guarantee of the quality welcome and quality services of tourist towns. of the services proposed A voluntary commitment for cyclists, along the cycle by the Tourist Office in the fields to support the French teams. paths. of hospitality, promotion and communication.

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THERMAL BATHS SAINT-GERVAIS MONT BLANC Wind down and relax

Enjoy a moment of well-being In Saint-Gervais Mont-Blanc, at the Thermal Baths Nestled at the heart of a 10-hectare wooded park, the Saint-Gervais we believe that the force Thermal Baths are the perfect place to indulge in a little pampering. Enjoy a day at the spa or enrol on a hydrotherapeutic treatment of water can move course in the millennial spring waters of Saint-Gervais Mont-Blanc. mountains.

1806 70 000 4 500 10 DATE OF CREATION VISITORS PER ANNUM SQ-M HECTARES OF PARKLAND

SPRING WATER 60 + 30 1 RECOGNISED BY THE FRENCH MEMBERS OF STAFF DIFFERENT TREATMENTS CONCEPT STORE ACADEMY OF MEDICINE

Teaser This winter is the promise of a new ephemeral range of gentle spa treatments and massages. New this winter

The Mont-Blanc Baths, in constant evolution A trip to the thermal spa is the perfect reward after a day up the mountain. In constant evolution, the holistic spa circuit at the Mont-Blanc Baths boasts new sensory experiences and redesigned modules every season. The ideal place to relax and recharge your batteries in a unique location!

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THERMAL BATHS

SAINT-GERVAIS MONT BLANC Saint-Gervais Mont-Blanc, a registered trade mark Moisturizers, night creams, anti-redness treatment creams etc. have been available on the internet, at chemists and in drugstores since 2012. The restorative power of Mont-Blanc spring water combined with the anti-oxidant properties of alpine plants make this range of products suitable for all types of sensitive skin. Ingredients include linen, edelweiss, genepi, black elderberry, blueberry and fireweed.

Quality charter CLICK HERE TO DISCOVER THE →  100% Mont-Blanc spring water ENTIRE RANGE →  No phenaxyethanol →  Made in France →  Organic anti-oxidant alpine plants →  Hypoallergenic →  Paraben-free

Concept-store: an experience in itself Located within the Baths, the concept store was inspired by the course of Mont-Blanc spring water. An experience in itself, a vist here is the opportunity to discover alpine plants and crystals. Open 7 days a week, the entire range of Saint-Gervais Mont-Blanc skin care products are available for purchase.

Modern and eco-friendly Thermal Baths

From the architecture of the building to the concept store, from the hydrotherapeutic cure treatments to the thermal spa, the Mont-Blanc Baths in Saint-Gervais are committed to the safeguard of the local environment. Awarded the “Biodivercity” and “Aquacert” certifications, the thermal baths recently invested in a geothermal system to heat the entire building and control the temperature of the indoor and outdoor pools. Economical, the new installation also prevents the release of approximately 200 tons of CO2 into the atmosphere! Other sustainable actions include the distribution of ecocups and reusable bags, the use of local suppliers, short-circuit products and new recycling facilities.

5 SKI THE EVASION MONT-BLANC

One area, hundreds of possibilities!

228 400 + 108 850m 1 503m RUNS KILOMETRES OF SLOPES SKI LIFTS OF VERTICAL 2 353m ALTITUDE

Partial opening: on 12th December 2020, depending on snow conditions. Official opening: everyday from 19th December 2020 to 11th April 2021, What’s new on the piste? depending on snow conditions. New novice ski area at 1,840 m altitude This winter, the ski-lift management company (STBMA) launches a redevelopment programme for beginners, at the summit of Mont-Arbois in Saint-Gervais. Learn how to ski and introduce your family to the sport in optimal conditions. 1.5 million euros are being invested to create a brand new, varied and progressive ski area dedicated to novice skiers. This new facility is easily accessible via the Bettex-Mont d’Arbois gondola which carries skiers and snowboarders to 1,840 m altitude. By undertaking this project, the ski lift management company (STBMA) aims to: • Cr eate a novice ski area at altitude. • Guarantee optimal snow conditions on a busy area. • Enhanc e the panorama by using innovative landscaping methods. Top 5 benefits

1 CREA TION OF A SPECIFIC SKI AREA FOR NOVICE SKIERS AT 1,840 M ALTITUDE.

2 NEW FACILITIES FOR IMPROVED COMFORT AND SAFETY.

3 OPTIMIZA TION OF THE FLOW OF SKIERS AND PEDESTRIANS.

4 IMPROVEMENT OF THE LANDSCAPE BY REDUCING VISUAL IMPACT.

5 A CTIVE DEVELOPMENT OF A NEW “4 SEASONS” PROGRAMME.

6 Innovation on Mont d’Arbois

2 new ski lifts The environment at the heart in the pipeline of daily concerns The new novice ski area will be equipped For more than 10 years, the Saint-Gervais Mont-Blanc ski area with 2 innovative ski lifts! has engaged in an environmental approach aimed at reducing the ecological footprint of its daily activity on the surrounding The present drag lift (TS du Col) will be replaced natural environment. by a faster and safer system. A little further up slope, a covered magic carpet will be installed. A constant concern to enhance the natural Zoom in… environment has led the STBMA to innovate its landscaping. The magic carpet will be The Mont-d’Arbois development project adheres semi-buried in the mountainside. This method to specific sustainable development plans, of installation, the first of its kind, will significantly integrating environmental technology and reduce the visual impact of this new lift. The lift an improved approach to landscaping. itself will provide access to a new novice ski area Recent actions include a pre-project impact study, with a constant and very gentle 9% gradient. environmental monitoring during construction, an adaptation of ground work to favour a return to alpine pasture, natural revegetation using local hay and the creation of a hibernaculum.

The Joux mountain lake is a perfect example of an eco-friendly Save the date! development project in collaboration with the resort and local farmers. This 35,000 m3 lake serves a triple purpose: to control How do the ski lifts work? Why is this new facility the provisions of water for snowmaking, to encourage the use unique? Take part in the official opening of this historical alpine pasture and to develop agrotourism. on Saturday 16th January 2021 and discover behind the scenes!

Improved mobility and customer CLICK HERE FOR A VIRTUAL service in Saint-Nicolas de Véroce TOUR OF THE SKI AREA A shuttle bus service in Saint-Nicolas now carries skiers to the foot of the new Chattrix chairlift. Extremely successful last winter, this new improved service promises: • Fast and free access to the new Chattrix chairlift. • More space on the Chattrix car park. • Reduction of the environmental impact associated with the use of personal vehicles.

New at Chattrix

To further improve facilities for our customers, connected ski lockers will be available at Chattrix this coming winter season.

7 LES HOUCHES SAINT-GERVAIS & THE MONT-BLANC TRAMWAY

Take the time to enjoy an authentic experience

The ski area

55 15 900m KILOMETRES SKI LIFTS OF VERTICAL OF SKI SLOPES

Partial opening: on weekends from 21st November onwards. Full area open: everyday from 19th December 2020 to the end of the season, depending on snow conditions.

Save the date!

On the 30th & 31st January 2021, the famous Kandahar Alpine Ski World Cup will take place on the Saint-Gervais/Les Houches ski area.

Take a famous train towards a mythical summit Since 1909, visitors have been riding the Mont-Blanc Tramway to admire the highest peak in Europe. All aboard Purchase a daily or weekly ski pass for Les Houches/Saint-Gervais and enjoy free access to the TMB between Saint-Gervais Le Fayet and Bellevue!

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Why not take part in clearing snow from the tracks? Interested? Contact us, and we’ll arrange it for you!

8 A long-term project to improve customer service and experience This winter, more than a century after the creation of the Mont-Blanc Tramway, an ambitious, modern and environment-friendly project promises a new lease of life for the highest rack and pinion railway in France! 2 70 M € PROJECT DEVELOPERS INVESTMENT PROGRAMME The aim is twofold: Haute Savoie Regional Council, 90% of investment within Compagnie du Tramway du Mont-Blanc the first 5 years • To develop the attractivity of the Mont-Blanc Tramway by creating an immersive experience: digital areas within the different station buildings to raise awareness of nature and a guided hiking circuit YEAR towards the Bionnassay glacier. 15 300 M CONTRACT TRACK EXTENSION : a 300 m extension of the • To improve the comfort of customers Long-term development project current track, renovation of the stations and the building in Le Fayet and the creation of a new station at the Nid d’Aigle terminus. This new development – safe, technical and carried out with respect + 70 000 + 45 for the environment – will enable an increase in the operational dates PASSENGERS DAYS PER ANNUM of the train, from 200 to 245 days. 140,000 currently, 185,000 expected An increase from 200 to 245 days by 2026 and 210,000 in 2034 4 50 STATIONS MEMBERS OF STAFF 1 new station to be built by 2026 New ambitions (6-year programme) and 3 refurbished stations 1 1 DECEMBER 2021 JUNE 2022 OBSERVATION PLATFORM THEME TRAIL

Opening of the station in Saint-Gervais Opening of the station and ticket and its newly refurbished restaurant. office in Le Fayet. Deployment of a new marketing & communication strategy.

JULY 2022 DECEMBER 2022

Launch of 3 new trains. Opening of the new hangars and A global approach workshops in Le Fayet.

JULY 2023 JULY 2025 to environmental protection

Launch of the new hybrid train and Opening of the track extension and partial In terms of landscape integration and eco-design opening of the new station at Bellevue. opening of the station at Nid d’Aigle. this project responds to expectations concerning Opening of the new theme trail and the glacier observation platform. the ongoing conservation of the site and the preservation of the environment. JULY 2026 In addition, the creation of a new station, services on site Opening of the station at Nid d’Aigle, and integrated trails will enable better visitor flow control, its observation centre, immersive area, avoid public dispersion and thus reduce the risk of pollution restaurant and shop. VIDEO! and degradation.

The station at Nid d’Aigle (Eagle’s Nest) will be of high environmental quality in terms of design and construction (insulation, materials, measurement of the carbon impact), energy consumption (targeting RT 2012 standards and maybe even RT 2020 standards), water and waste management. All other buildings, whether new or refurbished, will benefit from the same approach.

9 ACCOMMODATION

Don’t dream your life away... Live your dreams!

New this winter 4* Hotel Mont-Blanc & Spa By Sowell OPEN THIS WINTER FROM 12TH DECEMBER 2020 TO 17TH APRIL 2021.

Located in the heart of the village of Saint-Gervais, the MMV holiday centre becomes a 4-star hotel: Hotel Mont-Blanc - Spa by Sowell. The establishment boasts 102 rooms including a number of mini-suites for families, for an overall capacity of approximately 300 people. The Mont-Blanc Hotel and Spa by Sowell also proposes a range of facilities for guests including a dining room with panoramic views, sun terraces with stunning views of Mont-Blanc, a spa area with a range of treatments, a lounge area with fireplace and an entertainment room. Relax and enjoy moments of complicity as a couple, with family or friends.

Plus, this winter, the Hotel Mont-Blanc & Spa by Sowell introduces “Silver” and “Gold” all-inclusive packages deals.

L’Armancette - Hotel, Chalets & Spa Ideally located above Saint-Gervais, L’Armancette - Hotel, Chalets & Spa is nestled amidst nature at 1,150 m altitude. The establishment was designed to satisfy a clientele in search of something a little different. Designed in synergy with the surrounding environment, L’Armancette is an intimate destination located in a preserved setting, a place where visitors rub shoulders with locals.

The establishment boasts a range of bespoke services including a bakery and tea rooms, a wine bar, a SPA and wellness centre, concierge services, a ski-room and a terrace with CLICK HERE TO DISCOVER SPECIAL stunning views of the Dômes de Miage and OFFERS AND ALL-INCLUSIVE the Mont-Blanc range. PACKAGE DEALS

Our aim: eco-responsibility and zero waste!

Coached by the association Raise Awareness for the Oceans, the staff at L’Armancette are committed to the safeguard of the planet. Plastic bottles in the rooms have been replaced by specially designed glass bottles. Our next step? An alternative to using sample products!

10 RESTAURANTS

Enjoy a taste of local cusine

Alpine gastronomy reinvents itself regularly, for the pleasure of amateur foodies.

Because outdoor activities give you an appetite, Saint-Gervais Mont-Blanc proposes a superb range of eateries both on and off the slopes. Choose from a selection of venues for all tastes. Enjoy a successful combination of local produce and contemporary cuisine or simply relax and enjoy mulled wine on a sunny terrace.

New! Le Mont-Joly TEASER: COMING SOON TO SAINT-NICOLAS!

Located opposite the Dômes de Miage, Le Mont Joly, a new bar/brasserie with a lounge atmosphere and penthouse suite, is due to open in spring 2021! On the menu: fresh, healthy, local or regional produce prepared by the Chef Julien Darcy (Chef at La Table d’Armante). Also on site: a lounge with pool table and home cinema plus a ski/bike rental shop run by Jerome Penz (local boy and former member of the French ski team). La Ferme de Cupelin Located above Saint-Gervais, in a fully renovated 1870s farmhouse, this boutique hotel and restaurant was recently awarded a BIB Gourmand by the Michelin Guide. Their fresh and refined cuisine meets the label’s demanding criteria: great quality food at a good price! The Chef, Romain Desgranges, is a local boy who strives to select the best that his mountains have to offer, from one season to the next!

Awarded: Bib Gourmand, 1 Toque by Recommended by Gilles Pudlowski.

Le Rond de Carotte The restaurant Le Rond de Carotte is the result of an encounter between a chef from the Alps and a sommelier from Nantes. In a cosy chalet decor, the duo propose a range of beautifully presented seasonal dishes with regional flavours, accompanied by the best vintage wines.

Awarded: 1 toque by Recommended by Gilles Pudlowski, Assiette Michelin 2020

Le Sérac* Restaurant For a gourmet experience that lends pride of place to local Le Royal produce, enjoy a meal at Le Serac, concocted by the Chef Olivier Bardoux. A Michelin-star restaurant since 2014, Located in Saint-Gervais village centre, Le Royal is a family Le Serac proposes fine cuisine served with a selection run brasserie, ideal for lunch in a simple decor. On the menu: of carefully chosen vintage wines. Savoyard specialties and home cooking using local produce. Plus, Le Royal boasts a beautiful terrace to fully enjoy the Awarded: 1 * in the Michelin Guide pleasures of outdoor dining in fine weather! and 3 Toques by Awarded: Maître Restaurateur

11 BENEATH THE STARS

Saint-Gervais is a village resort full of surprises... to be enjoyed during the daytime but also at nightfall!

7 evening outings to try this winter

For amateur foodies Fancy a memorable evening with delicious food? After an hour-long hike on snowshoes or ski-touring skis, enjoy a hearty meal at the Porcherey mountain refuge. On the menu: original cuisine and traditional Savoyard home-cooked dishes. At the end of the evening, the belly full and the heart warm, head back home in the moonlight (and the light of your headlamp) down a blue or red run!

→ For more information & reservations, contact: www.refuge-de-porcherey.fr

For those in search of a little relaxation Reach for the stars with your feet in the water! The Mont-Blanc Baths are open to adults and children aged 13 upwards, Monday to Saturday from 6.00 pm to 9.30 pm. After a tiring day on the slopes, every occasion is a good occasion to indulge in an evening session at the Mont-Blanc Baths! Reservation compulsory. → For more information & reservations, contact: www.thermes-saint-gervais.com

Night & Day Evening ski, for you and me, every Thursday evening of the school holidays, from 6.00 pm to 8.30 pm in Le Bettex. The Saint-Gervais Tourist Information Office, the ski lift company, the ESF ski school and Drekan strive to provide you with access to the ski area by night. On the programme, a range of activities including parallel slalom courses, snakegliss and illuminated snowball targets.

→ For more information & ski pass purchase: www.ski-saintgervais.com

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12 For budding astronomers Climb higher to observe the stars, develop your scientific mind and learn how to use a telescope... Saint-Gervais is a village resort full of surprises... Managed by a group of volunteers, the Mont d’Arbois Observatory to be enjoyed during the daytime but also at nightfall! is located at an altitude of 1,800 m - only 300 m from the summit of the Bettex - Mont d’Arbois gondola. The facility boasts an observation dome and a 30 sq-m area that houses a planetarium stellarium. → For more information & reservations, contact: www.mont-darbois-astronomie.org Feature idea

Journalist friends, we’re taking you to the stars! At the end of the day, climb from Le Bettex to Mont d’Arbois on snowshoes or ski-touring skis. When you reach the summit, enjoy a sunset photo workshop and observe the stars through a range of different telescopes. To end the evening in style, head home in the light of your headlamp! Interested in writing a feature on this activity? Please contact us !

For ski-touring fans Every Tuesday and Friday throughout the winter season, the “Orgères” slope is open to ski-touring skiers from 5.00 pm to 9.00 pm. The snow-grooming programme has been specifically adapted to allow this activity to take place (absence of piste bashers and cables on slope during this precise time schedule).

→ For more information & ski pass purchase, contact: www.ski-saintgervais.com

For downhill dudes At dusk, when skiers have deserted the slopes, families and groups of friends can experience a new sledging adventure from Mont d’Arbois to Le Bettex – a 4 km downhill run opposite Mont-Blanc on go-cart type sledges with foot pedal breaks. Great fun guaranteed!

→ For more information & reservations (compulsory), contact: Saint-Gervais Tourist Information Office +33 (0)4 50 47 76 08 • [email protected]

For gambling geeks This winter, why not head down to the casino in Le Fayet to try your luck on one of our 75 slot machines, at one of the two Black Jack tables or on the electronic Roulette? Plus, enjoy live entertaiment on site. Jackpot!

→ For more information, contact: Casino de Saint-Gervais - Groupe Tranchant +33 (0)4 50 47 59 88 • www.casinostranchant.com/saint-gervais

13 ENCOUNTER LOCAL MEN & WOMEN

Meet those talented local people who continue to make their mark on Saint-Gervais!

Thibaut • Au Coeur de Montjoie Just off the Baroque foot path, a stone’s throw from the fishing lake, visitors can meet Thibaut SERRI and his herd of goats! Thibaut is responsible for the goat farm, nestled in the heart of the Montjoie valley. Visit the farm and learn more about milking, the manufacture of cheese and other dairy produce.

→ For more information and farm visits, contact : La chèvrerie au Cœur de Montjoie +33 (0)6 37 85 72 08 • www.facebook.com/chevrerieaucoeurdemontjoie/

Simon • Brewhouse 74 Last winter, Simon GREENWOOD - of English origins - embarked on a crazy adventure to create a micro-brewery at the foot of Mont-Blanc. Together with his business partner Stephen FURZE, Simon opened Brewhouse 74 in March 2020. Saint-G, 868 High IPA and 2 other ranges of beer are available for short circuit distribution in the Mont-Blanc valley. Visits and tastings possible.

→ For more information or to book a visit, contact: Brewhouse 74 +33 (0)7 66 57 13 68 • www.brewhouse74.com

Julien • ESF Ski Instructor and Mountain Guide Local boy Julien PELLOUX is a true mountain man, passionate about history and winter sports, alpine skiing and ice climbing. Ski instructor at the ESF French Ski School, mountain guide and historian, Julien is THE man to meet! Every winter, he invites tourists to enjoy sporty and/or historical adventures. The guarantee of memorable souvenirs.

→ For more information, contact : ESF & Compagnie des Guides www.esf-saintgervais.com • www.guides-mont-blanc.com

Alpine Emotions: an experience to be repeated this winter! After a successful summer campaign, the resort has decided to extend its programme ”Emotions Alpines”. In this context, visitors are invited to spend a privileged moment in the company of a local resident or professional. Looking to disconnect? In search of authenticity? Saint-Gervais Mont-Blanc is the ideal place to experience new emotions!

14 HIGH LEVEL ATHLETES

A champion breeding ground

A fabulous adventure playground, the mountains offer a wide range of sports activities for every level, for fun, fitness or performance! In order to enable our local athletes to excel in their respective disciplines and to participate in national and international races and competitions, the town council sponsors 10 high-level sportsmen and women. Today, the resort is proud of its skiers, snowboarders, freeriders, trail runners, mountain bikers and ice dance champions!

Loan BOZZOLO • Snowboard cross • Age 21 Member of the French team, twice World Junior Snowboardcross Champion in 2019, 24th at the Pyeongchang Olympics in 2018, Loan aims to make the top 15 in the overall World Cup rankings in 2021 and to qualify for the Winter Olympics in Beijing in 2022.

Julia SOCQUET-DAGOREAU • Alpine skiing • Age 20 After four years competing in FIS races with the Mont-Blanc regional team and 5 podiums (including 2 victories) in Giant Slalom, Julia is now a member of the French Alpine ski team. For her, the coming season is a new challenge, a chance to perform and qualify for the Giant Slalom European Cup circuit and progress in Slalom and Super-G.

Ambre PERRIER & Joseph BOOTH • Age 13 & 14 Amber and Joseph started ice dancing at the age of 8. Passionate about the discipline, they progressed rapidly, winning title after title. They became French Champions (Benjamin category) before going on to take 3rd place in the French Championships in 2019 (Minimes category). Young French hopefuls, Amber and Joseph are now training hard for the French Junior Championships in 2021 and the World Junior Championships in 2024.

Other high-level athletes sponsored by Saint-Gervais: New label • M athis BOZZOLO – Snowboarder – age 23 – Mathis is present at all the major French events in his discipline. • Victor LOURDEL – Freeride skier – age 24 – Victor aims to PARIS 2024 qualify for the Freeride World Tour and the Freeride Ski World Saint-Gervais now boasts the official label “Terre de Jeux 2024”, Championships. which underlines the resort’s commitment to the development of sport. This new label brings together communities driven • Anne-Laure ROUX – Trail runner and ski mountaineer – Anne by the conviction that sport can change lives and that the Olympic is presently training for the French Ski Games are a unique opportunity to work together. Championships. Our commitments: • Léo ROBLIN – Trail runner and triathlete – age 29 – After finishing 6th in the Evergreen 228 2019, Leo now competes in the most 1  To share the emotion of sport and the Games by highlighting demanding triathlons in the world. the Olympic and Paralympic Games locally. • Yan VIALLET – Junior freeride skier – age 18 – After a promising 2  To introduce more sport into the daily lives of our residents start in downhill skiing, in 2018 Yan embarked by promoting sport and its values. on a freeride adventure, participating on the Freeride Junior Tour and in the Freeride World Qualifier. 3  To contribute to the growth of the Paris 2024 community, by improving bonds with local sports personalities. • Erwan BIBOLLET – Enduro cyclist (mountain bike) – age 19 – Erwan competes in European and World Cup races New actions will be put in place by 2024 in the aim to strengthen in his discipline. the positioning of the resort as a driving force in the field of sports development.

15 FAMILY FUN

Share the adventure

More than ever, family holidays are important for grandparents, parents and children alike. As desires and needs evolve, priorities are emphasised and a return to the essential is necessary! The important thing is to be together, to enjoy the simple pleasures of life, to share Every family experiences and emotions, to create memories... has memories, Saint-Gervais constantly adapts, proposing a range of family so create yours! activities, indoors or out, in the water, on snow or even on the ice!

A label of quality dedicated to families For almost 10 years, the resort of Saint-Gervais has been awarded the Family Plus label of quality that highlights facilities for families. OUR COMMITMENTS: 1 A personalised welcome for families. 2 Entertainment for all members of the family. 3 Prices per age group. 4 A range of activities, to enjoy together or in solo. 5 Dedicated shops and services. 6 P rofessional childcare options.

Small touches that make a big difference Eco-friendly & economical shuttle-bus service

FAMILY GUIDE CHILDCARE Every winter, Saint-Gervais Mont-Blanc The guarantee of a successful family The Snow Nurseries (in Bettex and runs a free shuttle service, holiday, the Tourist Information Office Saint-Nicolas) and the Petits Eterlous including one electric bus route. proposes a Family Guide and free gift Daycare Centre (in Saint-Gervais) The perfect opportunity to park & ride! for all young visitors. welcome children age 3 months to 9 years, throughout the winter season.

16 3 activites to enjoy as a family Great fun! Passion Igloo: a fun family adventure Become a true Inuit and build your very own igloo! This free weekly activity is proposed by Sylvie MARSIGNY - a qualified mountain leader. A fun morning session for children age 8 and upwards. Free hot drink to warm little hands and hearts!

→ For more information & reservations (compulsory), contact: Saint-Gervais Tourist Information Office +33 (0)4 50 47 76 08 • [email protected]

Boardercross : ski-adventure with Charlotte the Marmot Our good-natured, fun loving mascot, Charlotte the Marmot proposes a ski-adventure course for young daredevil skiers with freestyle flair: woops, jumps, slalom, arches and targets to hit. Fun for all guaranteed! → For more information, contact: Saint-Gervais Tourist Information Office +33 (0)4 50 47 76 08 • [email protected]

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Skates on: to discover the Ice Garden! For a gentle learning experience, the ice rink in Saint-Gervais offers families the opportunity to learn to skate in a fun and safe environment. Every Tuesday from 10.00 am to 12.00 noon, enjoy entertainment on the ice with the local mascot - Charlotte the Marmot. Specific equipment is provided to help infants find their balance.

→ For more information, contact: Saint-Gervais Ice Rink • +33 (0)4 50 93 50 02

17 CULTURE & HERITAGE

Visits & Exhibitions

Museum of Sacred Art in Saint-Nicolas de Véroce Discover the treasures of the Church of Saint-Nicolas de Véroce, its sculputres, paintings and the history of local peddlers.

→ For more information, contact: Museum of Sacred Art in Saint-Nicolas de Veroce. +33 (0)4 50 47 79 80 (Hautetour) • [email protected]

Hautetour Strong house

Mountain Guide Museum Learn more about the high mountains and the history of the mountain guides in Saint-Gervais. A rich cultural programme, housed in a 13th century building. Temporary and permanent exhibitions on site. Artists in residence.

→ For more information, contact: Maison Forte de Hautetour. +33 (0)4 50 47 79 80 • [email protected]

Castles & Strong houses Saint-Gervais is one of the few towns in the Haute-Savoie region to have preserved so many fortified houses and ruins. During an hour-long walk, discover the history of these buildings and the families who lived in them! Outdoor Along the walk, explanatory signposts teach visitors more about each building. A free pamphlet is available from the Tourist Information Office and other cultural sites. exhibitions → For more information, contact: Saint-Gervais Tourist Information Office. +33 (0)4 50 47 79 80 • [email protected] • Exhibition «Au fil des ponts». Venue: Pont du Diable. An exhibition retracing the history of the bridges of Saint-Gervais.

• Exhibition «Auberges et refuges de la voie royale». Venue: TMB Station, Col de Voza. An exhibition retracing the history of the first Orienteering course shelters built for mountaineers attempting Saint-Gervais Mont-Blanc boasts two orienteering courses at the heart to climb Mont-Blanc via the “Voie Royale”. of the village: a course suitable for children age 8 upwards and a second for teens/adults age 12 plus. Each bollard is located next • Exhibition «Petite histoire thermale». Venue: to a remarkable village landmark. Find all the bollards and make Thermal Park in Le Fayet. An exhibition a note of the number on each bollard to complete the course. retracing the history of more than two centuries of Thermal Baths in Saint-Gervais! → F or more information: a map and free documentation are available from the Tourist Information Office in Saint-Gervais Mont-Blanc. • +33 (0)4 50 47 76 08

18 EVENTS

Entertainment at the summit!

01.02 → 04.02 2021 Weather & climate event with Louis Bodin Don’t miss out Louis BODIN, a famous French meteorologist, proposes an exclusive event Browse our entertainment programme in Saint-Gervais Mont-Blanc. This year’s theme: the adaptation of alpine activities to climate and meteorological changes. On the programme: online at www.saintgervais.com conferences, field trips and exhibitions. In light of the current health situation, dates of events and entertainment are subject to modification. 10.02 2021 Olympiades 19.12 → 20.12 2020 This new event is organised in support of the 2024 Olympic Games Christmas market to be held in Paris. Local products, handcrafted jewellery and works of art. Come and enjoy the Saint-Gervais Christmas Market and discover the work of local craftsmen. An absolute must for great gift ideas! 19.02 → 21.02 2021 Ski touring weekend 23.12 → 31.12 2020 In partnership with ZAG Skis and the local mountain guides, visitors can enjoy an introduction to ski-touring in Saint-Gervais. Throughout Illuminations in Saint-Gervais the weekend, participate in a choice of guided outings departing For the past 5 years, the renowned light festival comes to the foot from Le Bettex. of Mont-Blanc. For the duration of a week, late December, Saint-Gervais plays host to a magnificent and artistically prodigious light display. 25.02 2021 Ski festival (ESF instructors and friends) 16.01 → 17.01 2021 Come and discover the traditional Ski Festival organised by the ESF White Week-End instructors and their friends. On the programme: skiing, snowboarding, telemark and paragliding in a colourful light and sound show to enjoy For the duration of a weekend, the Saint-Gervais Mont-Blanc ski area with friends and family. goes out of its way to offer visitors and skiers a multitude of free activities on the slopes: wellness area at 1,800 m altitude, giant slalom, snowshoe outings, hiking, biathlon, avalanche victim rescue 03.03 2021 demonstrations, giant sledging run, yoga etc. The great torchlight descent Come and admire the great torchlight descent on the “Grande Epaule” in Saint-Nicolas de Véroce, organised by the ESF instructors and partner professionals.

20.03 → 26.03 2021 37th edition of the Mont-Blanc Comedy Festival For even more laughs, the 37th edition of one of the most renowned comedy festivals in France comes to Saint-Gervais in March 2021! A great opportunity to discover young talented comedians and artists of international renown.

April 2021 29.01 2021 The DMJ Telemark competition “Une bonne bambee” in Savoyard dialect qualifies a very sporty race. 1 event - 2 races! On the programme: a telemark race, on and off piste, with raised bends → The mini-DMJ (+460 m): a family oriented race departing from and Nordic sections (1,000 m of vertical). A friendly sporting Chattrix. Accessible to all. event. → The DMJ (+935 m): a steep climb in the light of your headlamp. Memorable moments guaranteed!

19 Ideally located at the heart of the Mont-Blanc region, Saint-Gervais Mont-Blanc boasts easy access

By plane: By road: By train: → From Geneva airport: 1h A40 motorway, exit 21: Le Fayet Train station in Saint-Gervais Le Fayet. → From Lyon airport: 2h The village of Saint-Gervais is only → TGV direct from Paris: 5h45 6 km from the motorway exit. → Geneva: 1h → Direct train from Geneva → : 1h (L3 Léman Express): 1h45 → Grenoble: 2h → Train from Annecy: 1h30 By bus: → Lyon: 2h30 Buses from the stations in Annecy, → Paris: 5h30 Bellegarde and Geneva.

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