What to do before the Christmas holidays in La Clusaz?

From 2 November to 18 December 2026

Fancy some fresh air and a rest?
From November until mid-December, La Clusaz welcomes you amidst the mild autumn weather and the first snowflakes, for a rejuvenating break in the heart of the Alps.

Last updated on 24/10/2026

Practical information

Tourist Office opening hours

Monday 2nd to Sunday 8th November: open every day from 9.00 am to 12.00 pm and from 2.00 pm to 5.00 pm.
From Monday 9th to Sunday 15th November: closed to the public for the season (emails will, however, be dealt with on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays).
From Monday 16th to Sunday 22nd November: open Monday to Saturday from 9.00 am to 12.00 pm and from 2.00 pm to 5.00 pm.
From Monday 23 November: open Monday to Saturday from 9.00 am to 12.00 pm and from 2.00 pm to 6.00 pm.
Open on Sundays only if the ski lifts are operating.

CULTURAL ACTIVITIES & ENTERTAINMENT

Le Hameau des Alpes

A modern, interactive museum space exploring the themes of Reblochon cheese, the history of the resort and the evolution of skiing, set within a heritage site comprising a traditional chalet, old granaries, a communal oven and a former sawmill.
📅 Open from 7 December 2026, Mondays and Tuesdays from 2 pm to 6 pm, and Thursdays and Fridays from 10 am to 12 noon and from 2 pm to 6 pm.
📞 04 50 66 94 34

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Le Hameau des Petits

The Musée du Hameau des Alpes is transformed into a space for play and discovery for children aged 18 months to 8 years, during specific time slots.
In an area specially dedicated to the famous Reblochon cheese, little ones can marvel and learn through educational games and interactive modules designed especially for them. On the programme: games and hands-on activities, free exploration and creative workshops.
Online booking is compulsory.
📅 Open from 7 December 2026, on Wednesdays with three 1½-hour sessions: at 10.00, 14.00 and 16.00.
📞 04 50 66 94 34
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Distillerie des Aravis

📅 Shop open Tuesday to Saturday from 10.00 am to 12.00 pm and from 2.00 pm to 6.00 pm.
Guided tours on Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays by online booking only.
📞 04 50 02 63 80

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Bridge Club

📅 Tournaments every Monday and Thursday at 4.15 pm at the Salle Edelweiss (15 Route de l’Etale, 3rd floor)
Please turn up directly at the venue.
📞 06 66 42 24 88

Library

📅 Mondays from 10.00 am to 12.00 pm, Wednesdays and Saturdays from 5.00 pm to 7.00 pm.
📞 04 50 02 41 01

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Aquatic centre

📅Open from Saturday 12 December 2026.
– Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays, from 12 noon to 7 pm
– Wednesdays, from 10 am to 8.30 pm
– Sundays, from 10 am to 7 pm
📞 04 50 02 43 01

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Bowling

📅 Open every day from 4 pm to 1 am.
📞 07 83 03 52 56

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Ice rink

📅Open on Wednesdays and Saturdays from 2 pm to 6 pm.
On Sundays from 10.00 am to 12.00 pm (family session) and from 2.00 pm to 6.00 pm.
Open exceptionally on 11 November.
📞 04 50 02 48 45

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JOXo and the Golden Horn

Help Joxo find the Golden Horn, which will protect the village for centuries to come! A thrilling treasure hunt for the whole family to enjoy through the village of La Clusaz.
Free, suitable for families, taking place within the village centre (duration approx. 1 hour 30 minutes).
📅The booklet is available from the tourist office during opening hours.
The game concludes at the tourist information office, also during opening hours.
📞 04 50 32 65 00

LA MAISON DES HABITANTS

Art and craft workshops, wellbeing and fitness activities, exhibitions, games library, games evenings, etc…
📅Monday to Friday, 10.00–12.00 and 14.00–17.00.
📞 maisondeshabitants@laclusaz.fr

PROGRAMME

outdoor activities

SKI

  • Balme massif: early opening on the weekend of 5 and 6 December, and open daily from 12 December 2026
  • Aiguille and Beauregard massifs: open continuously from 12 December 2026

Opening dates may vary depending on snow conditions.

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Climbing

The Aravis training crag in La Clusaz and various sites in the Aravis, freely accessible depending on snow conditions.
Guidebooks available for consultation at the Tourist Office.

Guided tours available with:
Le Bureau des Guides
📞 06 14 11 58 68 (Fred De Wargny)
Evolution 2:
📞 04 50 02 81 29

Paragliding

Tandem introductory flight

  • S’En Ciel:
    📅
    All year round, by booking.
    📞
    06 60 55 33 57
  • Aravis Parapente:
    📅
    All year round, by booking.
    📞
    06 88 07 04 72

Cross-country/electric mountain bikes

Available to hire from Alpes Aventures by prior telephone appointment.
Please note that the mountain bike trails are no longer signposted.
📞 04 58 23 10 00

Cycling (road cycling)

Numerous mountain passes and routes nearby. Subject to snow conditions.
Check road and pass openings at https://www.inforoute74.fr/.
A map (free) or detailed guidebook (on sale for €5) of the region’s routes is available from the Tourist Office.

Hiking

Please note: the summer hiking trails are no longer signposted and the winter trails have not yet been signposted; please contact the Tourist Office for further information.

  • Guided walks available on request.
    For further information, please contact the Guides’ Office
    📞 Christophe Besson: 06 89 98 50 47

Natural sites to visit

  • Hameau des Confins (5 km above La Clusaz): traditional chalets, lake, chapel, goat farm, panoramic views of the Aravis mountain range.
  • Col des Aravis (7 km above La Clusaz): panoramic view of Mont Blanc in good weather, souvenir shops, restaurants.
  • Beauregard Plateau (depending on snow conditions, access from Col de la Croix Fry, 7 km from La Clusaz, then walk to the plateau, approx. 1 hour): Plateau with views of the Aravis mountain range, mountain pastures, Natura 2000 area with peat bogs.

spas, massages & wellness

Physiotherapy and osteopathy practice

Wellness massages. By appointment only.
📅 Monday to Friday, 8am to 9pm.
📞04 50 02 51 78

INSTITUT BY LUCIE

Offers beauty treatments: facials, body treatments, hair removal, make-up, massage, manicures and pedicures, as well as treatments for men.
📅 Due to Saturday, by appointment.
📞
06 95 13 11 89

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Alpine Institut

Offers beauty treatments: facials, body treatments, hair removal, make-up, massages, manicures and pedicures, as well as treatments for men.
📅Tuesday to Friday from 9am to 7pm and Saturday from 9am to 6pm, by appointment.
📞04 50 02 57 10
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Carlina spa

At the Carlina/Beaulieu Hotel: a range of body treatments, taster days, specialised programmes, and more…
📅Open from 9 December 2026, every day from 10.00 to 20.00, by appointment.
📞04 50 02 43 48

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Cristal Spa – Au Coeur du Village

At the Hôtel Au Coeur du Village: a leisure pool with a counter-current swim, swan-neck jets and a bubble bath, a relaxation area and herbal tea room, a rock crystal hammam with a starry sky, a sauna with chromotherapy lighting, and five treatment rooms for solo or duo sessions.
📅Open from 11 December 2026, every day from 10.00 to 20.00, by appointment.
📞04 50 05 61 61

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CRISTAL SPA – HOTEL BEAUREGARD

Our large indoor swimming pool, measuring 17 m x 8 m, surrounded by large bay windows and heated to 30°C, invites you to relax whatever the season. Next to it, you’ll find an 8-person jacuzzi, a hammam and a sauna with panoramic views of the village of La Clusaz. Continue your sensory journey at the Cristal Spa, the PVG Group’s signature wellness centre. Our experienced therapists invite you to discover the signature treatments from Alpeor and Phytomer, two exceptional brands renowned for combining nature, effectiveness and sensory pleasure.
On offer: facials, relaxing massages, body treatments and signature rituals, to be enjoyed alone or as a couple.
📅 Wednesday to Monday, 10.00–20.00. Closed on Tuesdays.
📞 04 50 02 99 29
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Nuxe Spa

At the Hôtel St Alban: indoor swimming pool, sauna, herbal tea room, Kneipp circuit, sensory shower, single and duo treatment rooms, personalised massages, …
📅Open from 3 December 2026, from 10.00 to 20.00, by appointment.
📞04 58 10 51 70

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Restaurants open

In the centre of the village
  • Le Bistro
    📅
    Every day, lunch and dinner
    📞 04 50 02 64 37
  • La Ferme
    📅
    Every day, lunch and dinner
    📞 04 50 02 50 50
  • L’Outa
    📅
    Tuesday to Saturday, lunch and dinner, and Sunday lunch
    📞 04 50 02 45 35
  • La Calèche
    📅 Tuesday to Saturday, lunch and dinner; Sunday from 12 noon to 3 pm
    📞 04 50 02 42 60
  • La Cordée
    📅
    Every day for lunch and dinner
    📞 04 50 02 46 18
  • Titina
    📅 Until 30 November 2026, for lunch and dinner from Friday to Tuesday. Closed on Wednesdays and Thursdays
    From 1 December 2026, open every day for lunch and dinner
    📞 04 50 23 97 47
  • Le Bal
    📅 Until 30 November: Tuesday to Thursday from 5 pm to 1 am and Friday to Saturday from 4 pm to 1 am.
    From 1 December: every day from 4 pm to 2 am
    📞 04 50 01 06 73
  • La Scierie,
    📅 until 15 November 2026: Thursday to Monday, lunch and dinner
    From 16 November 2026: every day, lunch and dinner.
    📞 04 50 63 34 68
  • Le Petit Montagnard,
    📅 Every day, lunch and dinner (dinner by reservation only)
    📞 04 50 63 38 38
  • La Fruitière,
    📅 Until 29 November 2026: Mondays, Tuesdays, Fridays and Saturdays, for lunch and dinner. Wednesdays for lunch only.
    From 30 November 2026: every day except Thursdays
    📞 04 50 63 13 66
  • Les 2 Mules,
    📅 Wednesday to Saturday, in the evening; and Sunday, for lunch and dinner.
    📞 04 50 10 47 81
  • Le Grenier,
    📅 Until 30 November 2026: from Thursday to Sunday evenings.
    From
    2 December 2026: every evening.
    📞 04 50 19 28 73
  • Déli Schuss,
    📅 From 9 December 2026: every day, from 8.30 am to 7.30 pm
    📞 04 50 23 19 94
  • Alpes Aventures: Bistro Vélo & co
    📅
    From mid-December 2026: every day from 9.00 am to 5.30 pm
    📞04 58 23 10 00
  • Crêperie le Refuge
    📅 From 12 December 2026: every day from 8am to 6pm
    📞 04 50 23 78 59
  • La Grolle
    📅 From 3 December 2026: every day, for lunch and dinner
    📞 04 50 32 39 45
  • Pizz’Avalanche
    📞 09 87 28 60 28
In Balme

(From 12 December – may open at the weekend of 5 and 6 December, should the ski area open early)

  • La Trace
    📅
    Every day, from 8.30 am to 5 pm
    📞 04 50 02 56 84
  • La Bergerie
    📅
    Every day: from 9.00 am to 4.30 pm
    📞 04 50 02 60 44
Aiguille massif (Route du Crêt du Merle)
  • Chalet des Praz
    📅
    From mid-December: every day from 9.00 am to 4.30 pm
    📞 04 50 02 59 84
Aux Confins
  • Chenillette
    📅 From 4 December 2026: every day, for lunch and dinner
    📞 04 50 02 51 88
  • Le Chalet du Lac
    📞 04 50 02 53 26
  • L’Endryre
    📅 From 24 November 2026: every day
    📞 04 50 02 48 92
At the Col des Aravis
  • La Porte des Aravis
    📅
    Every day
    📞 04 50 02 47 15
  • Les Rhodos
    📅 Until 15 November 2026: Wednesday to Saturday for lunch and dinner, and Sunday for lunch
    From 27 November 2026: every day, for lunch and dinner
    📞 04 50 64 53 56
In L’Etale
  • Le Chalet des Joux
    📅 Fridays and Saturdays, for lunch and dinner, and Sundays for lunch
    📞 04 50 45 18 47
  • U’Fredy
    📅 From 1 December 2026, lunchtime and evening
    04 50 02 45 39
In Beauregard

(From 13 December, opening subject to the cable car’s operating schedule)

  • Le Grizzly
    📅
    Depending on the cable car’s opening times, please contact the establishment
    📞 04 50 23 79 44
  • Le 1647
    📅 From 13 December, every day, from 9 am to 5 pm
    📞 04 56 19 03 65

EVENTS / ACTIVITIES

THE AGENDA

Things to discover in the surrounding area:

Manigod (20 minutes by car):

  • Paccard maturing cellar (visits by appointment on Tuesdays and Thursdays)

Thônes (15 minutes by car):

  • Thônes Heritage Museum
  • Departmental Museum of the Resistance (until 15 November)
  • Le Farto, cheese cooperative
  • Karting
  • Via ferrata

Menthon-Saint-Bernard (à 30 min en voiture) :

  • Menthon-Saint-Bernard Castle

The above information was collected from service providers and tourist sites on a specific date.
The Tourist Office cannot be held responsible for any changes and invites you to contact the service providers or sites directly for final confirmation.