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SAVOIE GRAND REVARD - AILLONS-MARGÉRIAZ MASSIF DES BAUGES INCREDIBLY TRUE ! PRESS PACK WINTER 2017-2018 1 MASSIF DES BAUGES GETTING BACK TO THE BASICS Leave the overcrowded runs, queues at the cash desks, endless traffic jams, SUMMARY artificial and ‘oversized’ places, and noisy terraces behind. It's simple! Just turn left when leaving Chambéry, SAVOIE GRAND REVARD 04 and head for the Massif des Bauges, for LES AILLONS-MARGERIAZ 18 the promise of family holidays with real ‘added value’ : Escaping, going back A BIT OF CULTURE 30 to your roots, meeting local families, regional products... 2 3 The Massif des Bauges, at an altitude of the Vanoise massif and the Beaufortain, more than 2200m, is an exceptional area the Bauges offer wonderful panoramas. with magnificent landscapes which will Whatever pace you choose, winter holidays charm those who love nature and calm. in the Bauges will be all about relaxation, For the richness of both the fauna and the well-being and authenticity. flora, the natural heritage is remarkable and constitutes one of the major assets of the The massif’s ski stations, villages and Massif des Bauges Regional Natural Park. hamlets plunge visitors into a world rich in Located between the Aravis and Chartreuse rural traditions, where you have a choice chain, bordered by the Annecy and Bourget of various sporting activities which are in lakes, facing the Belledonne mountain range, perfect harmony with nature. 4 5 SAVOIE GRAND REVARD A GREAT NORTH ATMOSPHERE GUARANTEED Nestled at the heart of the Massif des Bauges Regional Natural Park, just 25 minutes from Chambéry and 35 minutes from Annecy, Savoie Grand Revard has various activities on offer in a landscape that will take your breath away: downhill skiing, cross- country skiing, biathlon, snowshoeing, dog sleds, skijoring, troika, yooner, snow scooter, snowmobile... This high plateau with its Great North atmosphere is a real invitation to travel. Between forests and pastures, the scenery changes on a plateau overlooking Lake Bourget. Ranked among the best areas for cross-country skiing in France with 150km of tracks, the resort also has 50km of downhill ski slopes and numerous routes to cross this preserved landscape. Whether snowshoeing, cross-country skiing, skijoring, with dog sleds, a troika or even on horseback it is an unparalleled pleasure to discover its forests and vast snow-covered expanses. 6 SAVOIE GRAND REVARD 7 The domain is accessible from its 3 stations : La Féclaz, St François de Sales and Le Revard. 150km 3 nursery LA FÉCLAZ ST-FRANÇOIS DE SALES of cross-country tracks : most popular cross-country slopes You’ll appreciate the tranquillity and the with free moving carpet beautiful landscapes, a change of scenery, St-François de Sales is more discreet and is resort in France* with pastures, clearings and huge forests, for superb for families, rest and relaxation. The a moment of relaxation. 4 ridge lines along the Massif des Bauges (*by number of visitors) The domain is a real playground for families protect the area from all urban pollution and and the more athletic thanks to the numerous make it the ideal place for star gazing. St- activities available on the plateau. François de Sales has an astronomy centre and is classed as a ‘Village Étoilé’ (Starry Village). 6 sledge runs LE REVARD 1 biathlon First ski resort created in France, rich in a flamboyant history, Le Revard has kept its stadium charm and authenticity. The summit of Mont built to international standards Revard offers a unique view of the entire 1 Combination Alps chain, Mont Blanc and Lake Bourget. Pass giving access to the 1 downhill cross-countrydomain and the downhill domain ski pass €20/day, €95/6 days giving access to 50km of runs : 7 green runs, 13 blue runs, 9 red runs, 3 black runs €91/6 days 6 ski academies SAVOIE GRAND REVARD KEY FIGURES 8 SAVOIE GRAND REVARD 9 THE REFERENCE STATION A Biathlon Stadium built to international standards Savoie Grand Revard has a biathlon stadium More and more popular: sized to international standards, where FOR CROSS-COUNTRY SKIING national and international teams train From a single Olympic event in 1960, biathlon regularly, but which is also accessible to now has six. Its popularity is growing, to the THE BIGGEST SPORTS ARENA IN THE WORLD amateurs thanks to its second shooting range: point of being a national sport in Germany, Russia and Scandinavia. In France, interest in • a 50m shooting range with 30 the sport increased after the women's relay international standard lanes for 22 long team won the gold medal at the 1992 Olympic rifle shooting. Winter Games. • a 10m shooting range (with up to 10 lanes) forbeginners with air rifles or laser Biathlon is now France's leading medal- Running and fitness training have become rifles on a 4.5km network of courses winning sport at the Olympic Winter Games. leading sports activities in recent years with with variable difficulty, green, blue, red Thanks to the performances of its stars a huge increase in the number of people and black. Raphaël Poirée (now retired) and Martin taking part. By spending your holidays in the Fourcade, the sport is attracting more and Massif des Bauges, you are choosing a ‘sport • a 5km course. more followers. destination’, a place to maintain your fitness in a healthy and charming environment. To respond to this demand Savoie Grand Revard’s offering is complete, due to the size Cross-country skiing can work the same EARLY and quality of its Nordic domain, its biathlon muscles as fitness training or running with a BOOKING stadium and the beginners’ sessions that are very particular cardio dimension. Until 15th November a season Nordic Pass available. costs €80 instead Three sites, la Féclaz, le Revard and Saint of €97 François de Sales reveal the pleasures of the most famous cross-country ski area: Savoie Grand Revard. Here, you have access to 150 For our youngest beginners kilometres of silence in the forest, you can the ESF has created breathe in great lungfuls of fresh air on the high LASER BIATHLON plateaux, and meet the friendly residents of the Baujus villages. Particularly renowned for Biathlon has become accessible to all thanks the excellence of its tracks and its remarkable to laser rifle equipment. view points, the resort, dotted with immense It is great exercise, even for the little ones, as forests, guarantees quality snow throughout it combines physical stamina and the ability the winter season until April. Aficionados of to regain composure and focus so you can cross-country skiing will be able to indulge shoot. It is advisable to have some skiing their passion in a classic style, like in skating. experience before starting. Even though the skating style is used in biathlon, you can use FOR THE MORE The resort, with it’s Nordic France ! ADVENTUROUS a classic cross-country skiing style. classification, has a very high quality TRY THIS cross-country ski area with excellent track From 8 years old - €29 per lesson +33 (0)4 79 25 81 90 maintenance, signage, packing and opening, Start your day on the Creux de www.esflafeclaz.com as well as a very diversified offer both in Lachat black run, a 28km cross- terms of the network of tracks and itineraries, country route through the Massif des Bauges forest. As you travel through and the Nordic activities on offer. the natural environment, you can discover the whole domain, with its outstanding view of Mont Blanc, and a refuge on your arrival! 10 SAVOIE GRAND REVARD 11 DOWNHILL SKIING IMMERSE YOURSELF SKI FOR 6 DAYS FOR LESS THAN €100 IN THE GREAT NORTH IN A PICTURE PERFECT SETTING. Whether on dog sleds, troikas or skijoring, Savoie Grand Revard allows you to cross its wilderness on numerous marked routes but you can also glide through alpine pastures and A pass that gives access to 50km of slopes immense forests in the heart of nature, in complete freedom, off the manicured routes : adapted for skiing with family or friends. NEW Fun all week! Downhill skiing, snowboarding, A big air bag for maximum thrills in telemark, yooner, snooc, airboard... The complete safety! DISCOVER THE GREAT OUTDOORS Savoie Grand Revard downhill ski domain is great for all types of skiing. DIFFERENTLY... From beginner to advanced, the Big Air Bag allows you to slide, to try figures on skis The boarder cross and the raised turns of the or a snowboard, and finish BY BECOMING A MUSHER bear track will delight thrill seekers. on a big cushion of air. Aartu d'Artik offers an introduction to dog 3 nursery areas equipped with free moving EARLY sled driving in the middle of nature, on nature carpets welcome beginners. BOOKING trails where you don’t see many other people, th trails in the forest and the open, this is a Until 15 November a season Downhill Pass guaranteed great north atmosphere, off the costs €165 instead of €205. beaten track. Buy your pass online to avoid queues at THE HIGHLIGHTS : Maximum 3 sleds the cash desk ! maximum per outing so that Thibault can pass on his advice and you can enjoy the tranquillity of the place. Very natural routes off the standard trails. Visit to the kennel, baptism, introduction to sled driving, skijoring (skiing, pulled by dogs!), Cani snowshoeing... www.traineau-bauges.fr 12 SAVOIE GRAND REVARD 13 SKIJORING, TROIKA OR HORSE OUR Alice, a true devotee, chose a site in the middle of the magnificent plateau of Féclaz FAVOURITES to create her equestrian centre, where you can discover the area skijoring, on horseback (on snow) or in authentic Russian or Polish sleds.