06.01
2011 Mountain activities

The mountains mean good times.  And with the apparition of new activities specially conceived for enjoying the snow regardless of age or skill level, there are more options than ever.  For your vacation, get ready for exciting family activities and great moments on the slopes.  

Raised turns, moguls, ski jumps…on the boardercross courses, four boarders can play the fast and furious. This discipline, spectacular when practiced by the pros, is also a game which will soon be accessible to all, with easy courses where the less experienced can test their skills.  Tunnels, mini slaloms and moguls…kids love it, and parents can also follow along.  After having discovered boardercross, give freestyle a shot.  Again, the courses are not just for the champions.  In a safe environment, kids and adults can take an initiation on accessible rails or experience weightlessness on the moguls, while experienced freestylers provide helpful advice.

 

For fans of the luge, certain stations offer specially designed pistes which allow you and your family to experience the excitement in total security. Discover the « Space Mountain » ambiance at Orres and Saisies, with luges mounted on rails : with 360 degree turns and series of waves, a smile and an adrenaline rush is guaranteed !  For four years and up. At Menuires, the luge piste Roc n'Bob is four kilometres of pure excitement.  A memorable challenge.  Twenty-two raised turns, wide curves, an « endless canyon », sharp bends, a long straight run where you can catch your breath or make up for lost time…a good time is guaranteed.  At Val Thorens, « Le toboggan », accessible from 5 years of age, is the longest luge piste in France, a 6 kilometre descent beginning at 3000 m of altitude. 

 

In numerous resorts, you can also try Snake Gliss, a train of luges piloted my a guide which offers you a memorable descent, as a family or with friends.  Don’t hesitate to try out these new winter activities.  The resorts have planned everything so you can experience fun, original, entertaining and exciting moments in a secure environment. To experience without moderation !

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