Winter Activities in Les Gets
Snowshoeing
Snowshoeing in Les Gets is an excellent way for non-skiers to experience winter conditions up in the mountains. Snowshoes are basically raquettes or frames strapped onto sturdy walking boots to increase the surface area of each step. Many of the full day treks can be hard work and more physically demanding than skiing. But there are also beginners walks which reach altitudes without the high exertion ascents required by some of the full day treks. A wonderful way to enjoy this winter wonderland. It is possible to hire raquettes (snowshoes) and ski poles from the local shops and hire a guide.
Dog Sledging
Dog Sledging in Les Gets is great fun.Husky dogs (domestic dog/wolf crosses) are bred to work but they are also wonderfully affectionate animals and are becoming very popular as pets. A team of these beautiful animals pulling a sled is an exciting experience to have, not for the speed as it is little more than walking pace but for the enjoyment of being with these dogs in their natural environment. This is another day out that can be shared with all the family as companies offer sessions for adults to learn to drive the dogs themselves and younger guests have the opportunity to sit in the sled and enjoy a ride.
Paragliding
View the spectacular Portes du Soleil from the air and get a real feel for the massive scale of the area. Just a few small steps are all that’s needed to launch your paraglider into the air and then let the thermals lift you high above the mountain sides. There are several companies in Les Gets and Morzine who offer tandem flights suitable for all ages. Normally you get about twenty minutes in the air to enjoy the view before you touch down in the village. Paragliding tandem flights make a great gift if you have a family or group member celebrating a birthday whilst staying with us. Just ask us to book one for you.
Snowmobile
Cross Country Skiing
Cross country skiing is another of the great winter activities in Les Gets. There are 18kms of marked cross-country routes in Les Gets with many more accessible in the Portes du Soleil area. Cross-country skiing can be a great way to explore the mountain on a leisurely tour, or at the other extreme – can be a gruelling work out that any athlete would be proud of.
The versatility of the sport makes it suitable for children and is therefore popular with families as a winter sport. As with all the skiing disciplines, rental equipment is available in Les Gets and we can organise all of this for you.
Winter Events in Les Gets
There are many organised events in Les Gets during the winter season. Father Christmas resides in Les Gets over the Christmas and New Years festivities. There are regular fireworks displays and fabulous torchlight descents. The Grand Odysée dog sled race which covers the whole Savoie Mont Blanc area comes through Les Gets.
The renowned Rock The Pistes Festival and Snowboxx Avoriaz are just some of the wonderful events to enjoy during your stay in Les Gets.
Straight out of a childhood dream… As night falls in the heart of the forest, the brand new Alta Lumina trail plunges you into an imaginary world, on a wonderful interactive adventure. Enjoy the incredible adventure of a travelling music-maker who takes flight in a hot-air balloon, on a journey beyond the mountains. You will be immersed in a wondrous environment, where the story is told through a poetics of light, music, imagery, set design and interactivity.
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