All winter activities

Kennel visit, Petit Musher with preparation and harnessing of dogs on a sled

Experience a unique coffee moment with Montagne Cafés, a high-altitude roaster. The experience includes an introduction to caffeology by Emmanuel Schaller, a passionate roaster, tasting of 4 coffees and an introduction to roasting with hands-on practice.

Group lessons, private lessons for initiation or improvement in classic cross-country skiing, skating and biathlon in the Nordic areas of the Abondance Valley.

Martine Dupont, AMM at the Vallée d'Abondance mountain office, proposes a hike on the Savolaire plateau in Switzerland: superb panorama of the Teeth of the South.

Like a musher, you will live an experience in the company of a team of competition huskies. Discover the fabulous history of mushing, meet these extraordinary dogs, stroke them and take photos with them, participate in their harnessing and learn how to use the equipment!

Ice driving courses this summer from July 20 in the Vallée d'Abondance!

A ski club for children aged from 3 to 6 years old to begin skiing in the fun way.

Look, listen, touch, smell, taste... With their senses alert, visitors immerse themselves in the history of Abondance cheese and its region. The visit ends around the tasting table!

Discover the wild fauna and its way of life in winter. Observe the emblematic mountain animal: the chamois or the ibex.

Martine Dupont, AMM at the Vallée d'Abondance mountain office, takes you on a tour of the vallon de Cubourre, a well-snowed area at the foot of the Pointe de Chavache and Entre-Deux-Pertuis where we can spot chamois.

Martine, AMM at the Bureau de la Montagne de la Vallée d'Abondance, proposes an easy hike in the Chevenne valley, at the foot of the Cornettes de Bise. We'll stop for an aperitif based on local produce * Elevation gain 200 m.

Come and discover ski touring in the authentic Abondance valley. Our guides will suggest hikes adapted to your wishes and abilities.

Mountain bike riding lessons for 1 or 2 people. From the basics of riding to the most technical moves: basic position, braking, steep descent, up/down turns, jumps...,. Video analysis will be provided. Suitable for all ages.

Are you familiar with the banks of the Dranse in summer? Come and discover them this winter on an electric mountain bike accompanied by a guide. From €69 per person for a 3-hour ride.

Starting from the Plagnes lake, discover the local fauna by hiking. Information and booking at the ESF office.

Snowshoe outings to discover the wild snowy spaces of the Abondance valley for individuals, adult groups, children and school groups. Possible themes: wildlife outings, trapper outings, etc.

Archery animation, 2 blazon shooting, 3D blazon shooting, Run Archery, Arc Trap, Compound bow, Sarbacane, Sarbacane Pro Évolution. In winter, possibility of raquett'arc or run'arc snow.

Climb aboard the sleigh and enjoy a 20-minute ride.

You will visit the cloister and its 15th century mural paintings, before visiting the exhibition "From history to art: sacred heritage in the Abondance valley" in the old monastery. Access to the abbey church is independent (outside of services).

Martine Dupont, AMM at the Vallée d'Abondance mountain office, proposes a hike on the Belair ridge: a superb panorama of the Vallée d'Abondance. Bring your own picnic and drink. Reservations required.

A sliding sport that involves hurtling down the slopes on an inflatable sled.

Introduction to the avalanche victim detector (DVA) from 5.30 pm to 7 pm with the ESF instructors. Minimum 5 registrations, equipment provided, 15 € per person. Registration at the ESF office.

The Vallée d'Abondance has several sites to learn about ice climbing. Our high mountain guides will take you on little steep structures to teach you the basics of ice climbing techniques.

Lessons are given by state-certified instructors. Private lessons every day, group lessons Sunday to Friday. New: "Déclic" classes for up to 6 students.

Martine Dupont, AMM at the Vallée d'Abondance mountain office, proposes a day hike in the Mont de Grange reserve (mixed snowshoe/hike), depending on conditions. Please bring a picnic and drinks.

Comfortably installed in the sled pulled by a dozen dogs, you enjoy the landscape. The musher leads you and explains the life of the pack to you.

Discovery hike in the forests and mountain pastures of Morgins with Martine Dupont, AMM at the Vallée d'Abondance mountain office.

Take advantage of the Portes du Soleil to practice off-piste skiing. Our guides will show you the secret corners of the resort in search of the best snow to make the most of your day.

The discovery of this beautiful activity that is scuba diving can begin with a first experience in an artificial environment. From the age of 8, this initiation will allow you to discover diving in a zone of depth between 0 and 4 metres depending on your age.

The Ranch Equestre de Bernex welcomes you to share its passion for horses with horse or pony rides. All levels, with lunging for the little ones. Open all year round, by reservation.

Guided hikes by our instructors on the most beautiful paths in the region: Balcons du Léman, Domaine des Portes du Soleil, Plateau de Gavot, Vallée d'Abondance.... The routes will be adapted to the level of each person. Possibility to rent the VTTAE

Discover our dogs and our activities through games and quizzes on the theme of mushing.

Take advantage of our proximity to Switzerland and Italy for a day in Heliskiing. Departure from Courmayeur (Italy) or from Le Chable near Verbier (Switzerland).

Supervised by a qualified musher, you learn to drive a sled pulled by 3 or 4 dogs. After attending the theoretical explanations, you become a pilot with: - 1/2h theory, harnessing of dogs - 1/2h driving

The ESF instructors offer half-day or full-day ski touring lessons.

You are snowboarders and you want to get away from the ski area and go to tease the most beautiful lines of our massif or the highest mountains of the Alps, the splitboard is the solution!

Lying on your stomach on an inflatable sledge, steer with your body and discover the wild excitement of riding so close to the snow! Starts at 1.25m minimum.

Martine Dupont, AMM at the Vallée d'Abondance mountain office, takes you to discover the Bayard waterfall and the Combe de Louennaz, with occasional opportunities to spot chamois. Hiking or snowshoeing depending on snow conditions.

Would you like to discover astrophotography in a simple, friendly and accessible way? Then join me for an astrophotography workshop in the Chablais region in a small group.

The ESF instructors offer you a programme of snowshoe hikes this winter.

Discover the delights of another slide away or improve your skills. Take your board and come on with our riders team!

Martine Dupont, AMM at the Vallée d'Abondance mountain office, takes you to the Col de Bassachux, between Châtel and Montriond, for a panoramic view of the Haute-Savoie mountains (lift ticket €8.70).

Lessons are given by state-qualified instructors and run from Sunday to Friday. Private and group lessons. New: "Déclic" course: 6 students max. All levels: from beginner to advanced!

8 cheeses have escaped... it's up to you to find them using a tablet (on loan from reception) or your smartphone!

Bike Léman offers you a wide range of services in winter. Come and discover new sensations on the snow!

The ESF instructors offer you gourmet ski touring in the moonlight or at sunrise throughout the winter season!

Martine Dupont, AMM at the Vallée d'Abondance mountain office, proposes a snowshoe hike to the Fécon mountain pasture in neighboring Switzerland. Booking essential.

Practice ice skating on the Abondance ice rink. Sliding animals for children.

Explore the Abbey whilst you have fun with the activities in the MuséOjeux bag: observation, location, songs, an entire programme to share with family or between friends!

We provide an Alpine ice driving experience in Abondance, Haute Savoie. On our ice circuit, you can discover the excitement of ice driving in your own car or in Porsche Cayman.

Because riding a VTTAE (electrically assisted bicycle) requires very specific skills, we have made this practice our speciality and we offer you riding lessons dedicated to this growing discipline.

Through an illustrated story, follow Juliette, a farmer from the village of Abondance and share her activities!

Martine Dupont, AMM at the Vallée d'Abondance mountain office, accompanies you to the heights of Petit Châtel, a superb panorama of the Teeth of the Midi and neighboring massifs (ski lift €8.70).

During the winter, the mid-moutain guide of the Bureau de la Montagne de la Vallée d'Abondance propose you along the week different guided snowshoes walking with different levels and themes. A program per week is available at the tourist office.

A mountain bike instructor will supervise you during your half-day or full-day electric mountain bike outings in the Abondance valley. Information and reservations at the Vélo Dranse shop.

With friends, family or colleagues, come and challenge yourselves in teams by pushing your inflatable pebble with your partner sitting on top. Who will reach the center of the target?

Discover the Abbey and the Maison du Fromage Abondance at your own pace and according to your desires!

We are not here to "buy terrain": Singletracks, hairpins, balcony/ridge paths, lakes, forests, alpine pastures, summits, sharp bends, ..., everything is there to have maximum pleasure during these E-enduro rides.

Would you like to get off the slopes and discover the secret corners of the magnificent PDS ski area? Our instructors will teach you to improve your off-piste skiing techniques, identify snow types and show you the best spots.

Martine Dupont, AMM at the Vallée d'Abondance mountain office, takes you on a tour of the Mont de Grange reserve on the Abondance side, where we sometimes see chamois. Bring your binoculars if you have them. Booking essential.

Would you like to try your hand at macro photography, but don't know where to start or don't have the right equipment? Join me for a macro photography workshop in the Chablais region in a small group (max. 6 people).

Would you like to learn landscape photography at the end of the day? Then join me for a small-group sunset photo workshop on the shores of Lake Geneva. A great opportunity to improve your skills while enjoying the last rays of sunshine.

Handiski, fun for everyone The Ecole du Ski Françaisis actively involved in teaching disabled skiers, a group that requires special knowledge. Our instructors follow advanced training so that they can teach all types of physical or mental disability.

The paret is a toboggan once used by children to get to school.

Learn about the specificities of Abondance cheese and stimulate your senses with this fun tour for the whole family.

Martine Dupont, AMM at the Vallée d'Abondance mountain office, will show you the Serranants mountain pasture and how to spot chamois on the slopes of the Pic de la Corne. Elevation 350m * Booking essential.

The instructors offer snowshoeing excursions every week. New: gourmet escapades! Your ESF instructors invite you on a snowshoeing hike with a gourmet interlude at Essert 1382 high-altitude restaurant.

Jean-Claude Bétemps and his team will be happy to offer you two-seater flights accessible to the whole family.

These 2 to 5 day courses will allow you to optimise your riding technique and work on your areas of improvement, in order to gain in confidence and pleasure. Suitable for all ages.

Would you like to learn how to photograph winter landscapes and sublimate snow-covered mountains? Join me for a small-group (max. 6 people) landscape photography workshop in the Chablais region.