Be active in Portes du Soleil!
For all the sporty people who go on holiday to this part of France, there are plenty of sports to do. You can go cycling, hiking, kayaking, mountain climbing, canyoning and much more in this area of the French Alps.
Hiking
The Haute-Savoie and especially the Portes du Soleil has beautiful landscapes which are great for going on all sorts of hikes. After every turn on the winding mountain roads you will be greeted by a completely different landscape. Especially during the winter but also in the summer, the mountain tops are covered with snow. You can either hike on an easy path or go higher into the mountains where there is more of an elevation difference. If you are up for a challenge you should do one of the trails which are meant to be completed running. [More]
Cycling
The Portes du Soleil is a paradise for mountain bikers who often visit the area in big groups. You can take the cable car up to the top and then down again. If you want to take it a little easier, you can cycle through the valleys between the mountains. There are relaxing flat cycle paths that lie along Lake Geneva. There are great trails for all different types of cyclist in the Portes du Soleil. [More]
Rafting
Rivers flow down to the valleys from the snowy peaks of the Alps. When the snow starts to melt, the water in these rivers rush down with great speed making it a great place to go rafting. In parts where the riverbed is narrow, the water swirls and roars with great force against the boulders. For rafting enthusiasts, these are the most challenging places to conquer. There are various places along the river Dranse and along other rivers, where you can go rafting. [More]
Kayaking
If you are less experienced or just want to take it easy, go kayaking. You can either go into a kayak with your partner or child, or you can go by yourself. You can also go on a kayaking tour with a group and stop at various villages to rest on a terrace, during your trip. Kayaking is a perfect way to explore the most beautiful places from a completely different point of view.
Mountain climbing
The high mountains and especially Mont Blanc let the hearts of mountaineers race and they have an irrepressible urge to climb the mountains. They often do so in groups and are equipped with all the necessary equipment. Yearly, many mountaineers attempt to reach the top. There are also less intense trails which you can do together with a guide and where you climb somewhat easier mountains.
Via Ferrata
This special sport requires necessary experience and endurance. Brackets and supports that are connected to each other with ropes, have been built onto the rock walls . You are securely attached to these ropes whilst you move along the trail both sideways and up and down. Entire trails are set out with ropes so that you can go mountaineering either alone, with your partner or with a group. [More]
Snow parks
For a successful winter holiday, you should go on holiday to the Portes du Soleil in France. This area is perfect for skiing, snowboarding and cross-country skiing. And if you are looking for more of a challenge you should head to one of the snow parks. Which tricks will you be able to master? The snowparks have various ramps, slides and jumps suitable for all sorts of levels. In the vicinity of FranceComfort – AlpChalets Portes du Soleil you’ll find snowparks in LaChapelle, Châtel and Avoriaz. [More]
Alternative winter sports
Would you like to do something other than skiing or snowboarding for a day? Go on a dog sledding tour! Or what about car racing on an ice circuit? In some places you can also go night skiing! The slope is illuminated but for the rest you will only be able to see the lights of the houses in the villages below. Snow MTB is also popular. Race through the snow on a MTB with thick tires with a group or by yourself!