A festive day: skiing and challenges in the Portes du Mont-Blanc ski area, La Giettaz sector. On the programme: ski testing, snowscoot, dual ski, biathlon, mountain bike downhill, ice treasure hunt, VR skiing and snowboarding, mushing presentation, musical entertainment.
9:00 to 10:00 a.m.: Welcome coffee offered by the Val d'Arly Tourist Office.
9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.: Ski testing with Bibollet Montagne and Dynastar.
Come and try out this year's Dynastar skis and get a sneak preview of next season's models.
Between 9:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m.: Discover the profession of musher with Benjamin Grosdaillon.
Come and meet our four-legged friends, with a presentation of the dogs and their origins. Schedules available at the Tourist Office or at the welcome stand.
9:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.: Introduction to ‘Snowscoot’ with the ‘Val d'Arly Snowscoot’ Association
Come and discover snowscoot, an original way of sliding that is accessible to all, with half-hour sessions.
10:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.: Blind test with Kyllian, resort hostTest your musical knowledge in a friendly and fun atmosphere. Prizes to be won!
10:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.: Free access to wooden games
On the programme: giant mikado, ring toss, Connect 4, tangram, cow mountain...
From 11:00 a.m.: Musical entertainment at the foot of the slopes with ‘Moontain Trio’
Guitar, vocals, percussion on quad sound system. This trio reinterprets famous songs from France and elsewhere. Hits, but also lesser-known tracks for the audience to (re)discover: Norah Jones, Edith Piaf, Miley Cyrus... Angie's vocals are accompanied by Mike's guitar, percussion and sometimes samples.
We will meet them again in the ski area between 2:00 p.m. and 4:00 p.m.
11:00 a.m.: Welcome drink offered by the Tourist Office.
Mulled wine and hot chocolate tasting. Presentation of the week's entertainment and activities with our host Kyllian and the ambassadors.
11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.: Ice treasure hunt with Sébastien Cohendet, professional sculptor.
Take part in an original treasure hunt. Sculpt the block of ice, find the hidden coin and win the treasure!
12:30pm to 4:30pm: Dualski demonstration sessions, supervised by a ski instructor from Flumet/St Nicolas La Chapelle.
Presentation of the equipment, tips on how to use it and accompanied descent on a suitable slope, to discover the sensations of seated skiing in complete safety.
1.30pm to 4.30pm: Virtual reality skiing and snowboarding with Montagne'Arc
Immersed in a mountain environment, explore the slopes, freeride trails and freestyle competitions across the globe in virtual reality.
2.30pm: Presentation of the profession of ‘Pisteur Secouriste’ (ski patroller and first-aider)*, with professionals from the Les Portes du Mont-Blanc ski area: Registration at the reception stand before 12 noon – Free** – Meet at the top of Torraz (*Cancelled in case of rescue operations)
3.30pm and 4pm: Laser Challenge with the ESF
Laser biathlon shooting sessions with the ESF in La Giettaz. Introductions and fun challenges
4.15pm: Presentation of the job of snow groomer*, with professionals from the Les Portes du Mont-Blanc ski area: Register at the reception stand before 3.30pm – Free – Meet at the bridge next to Club Piou-Piou
4.30pm: Downhill mountain biking on snow with Alpes Aventures and its state-certified instructors
Embark on a 6 km descent (45 mins) – Guidance, bike and helmet included, chairlift ride not included – Minimum height 1.40 m. Meet at 3.50 pm at the foot of the slopes, at Le Plan.
Minimum of 4 participants and maximum of 8 – Required level: intermediate to expert
Registration on 04 58 23 10 00 (La Clusaz shop) – Price: €67 (excluding ski pass or pedestrian lift)
*Programme subject to change
9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.: Ski testing with Bibollet Montagne and Dynastar.
Come and try out this year's Dynastar skis and get a sneak preview of next season's models.
Between 9:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m.: Discover the profession of musher with Benjamin Grosdaillon.
Come and meet our four-legged friends, with a presentation of the dogs and their origins. Schedules available at the Tourist Office or at the welcome stand.
9:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.: Introduction to ‘Snowscoot’ with the ‘Val d'Arly Snowscoot’ Association
Come and discover snowscoot, an original way of sliding that is accessible to all, with half-hour sessions.
10:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.: Blind test with Kyllian, resort hostTest your musical knowledge in a friendly and fun atmosphere. Prizes to be won!
10:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.: Free access to wooden games
On the programme: giant mikado, ring toss, Connect 4, tangram, cow mountain...
From 11:00 a.m.: Musical entertainment at the foot of the slopes with ‘Moontain Trio’
Guitar, vocals, percussion on quad sound system. This trio reinterprets famous songs from France and elsewhere. Hits, but also lesser-known tracks for the audience to (re)discover: Norah Jones, Edith Piaf, Miley Cyrus... Angie's vocals are accompanied by Mike's guitar, percussion and sometimes samples.
We will meet them again in the ski area between 2:00 p.m. and 4:00 p.m.
11:00 a.m.: Welcome drink offered by the Tourist Office.
Mulled wine and hot chocolate tasting. Presentation of the week's entertainment and activities with our host Kyllian and the ambassadors.
11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.: Ice treasure hunt with Sébastien Cohendet, professional sculptor.
Take part in an original treasure hunt. Sculpt the block of ice, find the hidden coin and win the treasure!
12:30pm to 4:30pm: Dualski demonstration sessions, supervised by a ski instructor from Flumet/St Nicolas La Chapelle.
Presentation of the equipment, tips on how to use it and accompanied descent on a suitable slope, to discover the sensations of seated skiing in complete safety.
1.30pm to 4.30pm: Virtual reality skiing and snowboarding with Montagne'Arc
Immersed in a mountain environment, explore the slopes, freeride trails and freestyle competitions across the globe in virtual reality.
2.30pm: Presentation of the profession of ‘Pisteur Secouriste’ (ski patroller and first-aider)*, with professionals from the Les Portes du Mont-Blanc ski area: Registration at the reception stand before 12 noon – Free** – Meet at the top of Torraz (*Cancelled in case of rescue operations)
3.30pm and 4pm: Laser Challenge with the ESF
Laser biathlon shooting sessions with the ESF in La Giettaz. Introductions and fun challenges
4.15pm: Presentation of the job of snow groomer*, with professionals from the Les Portes du Mont-Blanc ski area: Register at the reception stand before 3.30pm – Free – Meet at the bridge next to Club Piou-Piou
4.30pm: Downhill mountain biking on snow with Alpes Aventures and its state-certified instructors
Embark on a 6 km descent (45 mins) – Guidance, bike and helmet included, chairlift ride not included – Minimum height 1.40 m. Meet at 3.50 pm at the foot of the slopes, at Le Plan.
Minimum of 4 participants and maximum of 8 – Required level: intermediate to expert
Registration on 04 58 23 10 00 (La Clusaz shop) – Price: €67 (excluding ski pass or pedestrian lift)
*Programme subject to change
