• Family adventure in the heart of the Alps
  • Family adventure in the heart of the Alps
  • Family adventure in the heart of the Alps
  • Family adventure in the heart of the Alps
  • Family adventure in the heart of the Alps
  • Family adventure in the heart of the Alps
Chambéry / French Alps

Family adventure in the heart of the Alps

Réf : OVYNMD

In summary

  • Sports
    Hiking / Trekking
  • Duration
    7 days
  • Level
    Beginner

    Levels

    Hiking / Trekking
    Beginner
    For those wishing to walk for up to 3 hours with minimal elevation gain (max. 300m) along roads, tracks, trails, or rolling terrain. Suitable for everyone.
    Intermediate
    For those wishing to hike for 4 to 5 hours a day, covering an elevation gain of around 600m on trails. You hike occasionally and are in good physical condition.
    Confirmed
    For those wishing to hike for up to 6 hours a day and/or cover an elevation gain of 600 to 800 meters, both on and off-trail. High-altitude sections are possible. You engage in a sporting activity once a week, hike regularly, and are in very good physical condition.
    Advanced
    For those wishing to undertake multi-day hikes involving over 6 hours of walking and an elevation gain of 700 to 1,200 meters, off-trail or over rugged terrain. High-altitude sections are possible. You engage in endurance sports several times a week, hike regularly, and are in excellent physical condition.
    Expert
    For those who want a challenging hike of 7 to 8 hours per day with over 1200 meters of elevation gain off-trail or on rough terrain. High-altitude sections. You have been practicing high-intensity endurance sports several times a week for several years, and you are training for this event.
  • Destination
    Chambéry / French Alps
  • Age
    From the age of 18
  • CO₂-Emissions
    74.08 kg CO2
  • Type of stay
    This group trip is perfect for travelers who want to experience a sporting adventure with other enthusiasts and be guided.
    Type of stay
    In a group
  • Languages
    French

In a few words

Explore, play, be surprised, and savor the delights of summer in the mountains... The adventure begins here in the Chartreuse Mountains, nestled in a verdant setting in the mid-mountain region . Discover the trails, build shelters, embark on a mini-adventure hike with an overnight stay in a mountain lodge in the heart of a picturesque village. Test your limits in the majestic trees of the Chartreuse during a treetop adventure course, cool off in the inn's swimming pool, go hiking, learn orienteering...


You will be accommodated in a chalet or family room, depending on the number of people, with all the necessary comforts. You will have access to the resort's facilities: outdoor swimming pool and paddling pool, playgrounds, relaxation room, and games room . Everything is designed to make your family holiday a true discovery of the mountains! This holiday is open to everyone aged 7 and over . A family introduction to the mountains awaits you.




The highlights

  • A friendly, family-run inn
  • A variety of activities to discover the beauty of the mountains as a family
  • A night in a mountain refuge for an unforgettable experience
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Sport

Level

Hiking / Trekking

Beginner

Levels

Hiking / Trekking
Beginner
For those wishing to walk for up to 3 hours with minimal elevation gain (max. 300m) along roads, tracks, trails, or rolling terrain. Suitable for everyone.
Intermediate
For those wishing to hike for 4 to 5 hours a day, covering an elevation gain of around 600m on trails. You hike occasionally and are in good physical condition.
Confirmed
For those wishing to hike for up to 6 hours a day and/or cover an elevation gain of 600 to 800 meters, both on and off-trail. High-altitude sections are possible. You engage in a sporting activity once a week, hike regularly, and are in very good physical condition.
Advanced
For those wishing to undertake multi-day hikes involving over 6 hours of walking and an elevation gain of 700 to 1,200 meters, off-trail or over rugged terrain. High-altitude sections are possible. You engage in endurance sports several times a week, hike regularly, and are in excellent physical condition.
Expert
For those who want a challenging hike of 7 to 8 hours per day with over 1200 meters of elevation gain off-trail or on rough terrain. High-altitude sections. You have been practicing high-intensity endurance sports several times a week for several years, and you are training for this event.
For those wishing to walk for up to 3 hours with minimal elevation gain (max. 300m) along roads, tracks, trails, or rolling terrain. Suitable for everyone.

In figures

Hiking

  • Average duration/day: 3h30
  • Average distance/day: 8 km
  • Average daily elevation gain: 325 m
  • Average daily descent: 325 m
  • Maximum altitude: 1405 m

Autre

  • Average duration/day: 4h
  • Maximum altitude: 1066 m

Management

During this stay, a supervisor will be present to guide and assist you.
Band : 1 supervisor for 8 to 13 people
Languages ​​spoken:
French
Supervisor

By a mountain guide and mountain guide specializing in tree climbing.

All our guides are qualified.


Program

Day 1
Day 2
Day 3
Day 4
Day 5
Day 6
Day 7

  • Welcome and setup

    • Accommodation 2-star hotel
    • Breakfast not included
    • Lunch not included
    • Dinner included

    You are welcome from 4 pm at the Alpette estate. You can immediately enjoy the swimming pool and settle in. A presentation of the stay and dinner will follow at the inn.

    Day 1

Note

Activities are organized in the Chartreuse mountains and the Maurienne valley. Depending on the group and the circumstances, we may need to ask a parent to help us transport the participants.

In this case, reimbursement will be made on site.

We may sometimes have to adapt the indicated program somewhat: either at the organizational level, or directly due to the weather or your fitness level.


Trust us, these changes are always made in your best interest, for your safety and to make your stay as pleasant as possible!

Accommodation

During this stay, you will sleep in several different accommodations.
🏨 2-star hotel - Days 1 to 2, 4 to 6
  • 🏨 2-star hotel - Days 1 to 2, 4 to 6
🏨 2-star hotel - Days 1 to 2, 4 to 6
🏠 Holiday rental - Day 3

Access

Departure
Pas De L'Alpette
Day 1 : 16h00
End of stay
Pas De L'Alpette
Day 7 - 10h00

Departure is scheduled for Saturday morning (Day 07) after breakfast.

Go to the starting point

Access by train
Take the train toGare de Chambéry Challes-les-Eaux
Meet at Chambéry Challes-les-Eaux station at 5:30 pm, inside the station, in front of the newsstand.
Access by car
Travel to the place of stay with parking available
at the Auberge au Pas de l'Alpette from 5pm. The inn is located in the Hameau de Bellecombe, above the village of Chapareillan, 2250 route des petites roches, 38530 Chapareillan.
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Price details

The price includes

  1. Full board accommodation from Sunday evening to Saturday morning
  2. The framework for activities
  3. Local transportation
  4. Access to the hostel's swimming pool
  5. The activities planned for the week
  6. The welcome drink

The price does not include

  1. Drinks and personal expenses
  2. Activities and extras during break times
  3. Tourist tax: €0.85 per day per adult
  4. The journey from your home to the place of stay
  5. Cancellation insurance

Options

  1. Flex fare and insurance

Practical information

Specific formalities

Specifics

Before your departure, check with the embassy or consulate regarding the entry and stay requirements for your destination country. You can also find this information on the France Diplomatie website ( https://www.diplomatie.gouv.fr/fr/dossiers-pays/ ).

In the case of flights with stopovers operated by different airlines, also check the entry requirements of the countries you are transiting through.

It is your responsibility to ensure that you are in compliance, particularly regarding the validity of your identity documents (

For example, some countries require your passport to be valid for at least six months after your return date. Consider visa requirements, necessary vaccinations, and health recommendations. And don't forget to take into account any customs restrictions and other potential requirements of your destination or transit country.

ℹ️ Information may change up to the departure date, remember to regularly check official websites.

⚠️ For this stay, you must also bring your health insurance card.
Equipment

Equipment provided on site

Hiking poles.

Equipment to bring

  1. Hiking boots for mid-mountain terrain
  2. Small backpack for daytime activities
  3. Sunscreen

Clothing to bring

  1. Swimsuit
  2. Hiking boots for mid-mountain terrain
  3. Clothing suitable for rain
  4. Individual cutlery for the picnic
  5. Head covering
  6. Pyjamas or suitable clothing for nighttime in a group setting
  7. Small backpack for daytime activities
  8. A sleeping bag liner for the night in a mountain refuge
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Our partner team

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A local team specializing in the Chartreuse and Pre-Alps regions, our partner is based in Chapareillan. Their work revolves around sharing, discovering unspoiled landscapes, and enjoying the warm hospitality of the mountains. Since 2021, this small, friendly organization has been inviting travelers on an authentic adventure in the heart of exceptional mountain ranges. They prioritize encounters and immersion in these natural paradises to offer an unforgettable human experience.
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