Summer Activities

The long warm days in the Alps offer a huge variety of activities for all ages and abilities. Below are some that can be experienced.

Walking and Mountaineering:
The whole area has been famous since Victorian days for the amount of walking available, whether valley walks or high-mountain walks such as the Balcon Nord above Chamonix or the testing Tour de Mont Blanc circumnavigating the massif itself.

Paragliding:
The region is famous for paragliding with Mieussy, where the sport originated, only fifteen minutes away. Other areas such as Agy, Samoens, Chamonix and Annecy are all close by. There is an English speaking school offering courses close by.

Mountain Biking:
With the lifts open in summer the area attracts many mountain bike competitions and enthusiasts come from all over the world. There are some very challenging routes as well as easier ones for the not so experienced.

Golf:
There are a number of excellent golf courses within the area, all easily accessible within a short drive. Chamonix boasts a course in stunning surroundings, while Flaine at 1844 metres, is considered challenging. Evian and Annecy are world-class courses while Les Gets, above the village, is extremely pretty. Further a field Verbier in Switzerland is also excellent.

Water Sports:
There are a variety of water sports, with rafting being the most popular. There are numerous companies that offer rafting and all equipment is supplied. Canyoning is also getting more popular, again with companies that offer various grades and areas. The area is also excellent for canoeing with the Rivers Arve and Giffre being the most commonly used.

Of course, you don’t have to take part in any of these activities and can sit and sunbathe while contemplating the magnificent surroundings.