At the gateway to Italy and facing the Vanoise National Park, Valfrejus (1550m) is nestled amongst pine forests and boasts stylish wooden architecture inkeeping with the resorts natural settings. Valfrejus also has a pedestrianised centre and this charming Savoyard village is the ideal location for an active holiday spent enjoying the Alps fresh mountain air.
OTHER ACTIVITIES Mountain sports: rambling and mountain walks suitable for all levels of fitness and organised around various themes (geology, flora and fauna etc), canyoning, climbing, summer skiing, hiking to glacier-level
General sports/activities: mountain biking, tennis, archery, horse riding, ball games (football, basketball, volleyball), table tennis, boules, mini-golf, fishing
Water sports: rafting and hydrospeeding on the Isere or Doron rivers.
3 childrens clubs for children aged between 6 and 18 years (inclusive), all offering age-appropriate activities.
The Savoie region is known as the rooftop of Europe. Its status as a mountain activity destination hides the multitude of treasures the area has to offer.
The flora and fauna of Savoie is varied and exceptional... From tiny paths to steep tracks, discover the Alpine peaks, the gastronomy, small villages with a colourful past and most importantly recharge your batteries, take a deep breath and fill your lungs with fresh revitalising and pure air.
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A word of advice from Lagrange: French roads are excellent, but not free, so keep some euros handy.