What to do before the ski season in La Clusaz?
Before hitting the slopes in La Clusaz, enjoy a variety of activities from November 4 to December 20, 2024. The resort invites you to take in the autumn colors through different experiences before the snow starts covering the peaks.
CULTURAL ACTIVITIES & ENTERTAINMENT
Hameau des Alpes : 04 50 66 94 34
A modern, interactive museum space covering themes such as reblochon cheese, the history of the resort, and the evolution of skiing, all within a heritage site that includes a traditional chalet, old granaries, a communal oven, and an old sawmill.
Open from December 9 Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday: 10:00 am to 12:30 pm and 2:00 pm to 6:00 pm.
Distillerie des Aravis : 04 50 02 63 80
Store open Tuesday to Saturday from 10 AM to 12 PM and from 2 PM to 6 PM (until 7 PM starting December 2).
Paid visits are available on Thursday, Friday and Saturday by online reservation only: distilleriearavis.fr/visite-de-la-distillerie/
Bridge club : 06 66 42 24 88
Tournaments every Monday and Thursday at 4:15 PM at Salle Edelweiss (15 route de l’Etale).
Simply show up on-site.
Library : 04 50 02 41 01
Open from December 9, Monday from 10 AM to 12 PM, Wednesday and Saturday from 5 PM to 7 PM. New address for the winter season: 223 Place de l’Eglise.
Bowling : 07 83 03 52 56
Open every day from 4:00 pm to 1:00 am, and on weekends from 2:00 pm to 1:00 am.
Children’s birthday parties: Wednesdays, Saturdays, or Sundays between 1:00 pm and 6:00 pm.
More information at www.bowling-laclusaz.fr
Ice rink : 04 50 02 48 45
Open Wednesdays, Saturdays, and Sundays from 2:00 pm to 6:00 pm. “Family” sessions on Sundays from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm. Public “Hockey for All” sessions on Fridays from 8:30 pm to 10:30 pm.
More info at www.laclusaz.org/fr/associations-et-loisirs/patinoire/patinoire.htm
Treasure Hunt Joxo and the Golden Horn : 04 50 32 65 00
Help Joxo find the Golden Horn, which will protect the village for centuries to come! An exciting treasure hunt to enjoy with your family throughout the village of La Clusaz.
Free activity, pick up your booklet at the Tourist Office during opening hours.
EVENTS
Weekly Market :
Every Monday morning, all year round.
Tiers lieu « Le Bouillon » :
Many activities (dance, creative workshops, writing, sewing, kinesiology, sophrology, pilates, etc.)
Program, information, and registration on jeparticipe.laclusaz.org
LCZ Freeski Films :
Saturday, December 7 at 6:30 PM at Cinéma Le Danay. Discover the latest productions from our riders and ambassadors!
Reservations at www.laclusaz.com/reservation/experiences.
OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES
Hiking :
Many trails in the Aravis range. Be aware that the markers are being removed for winter, more information at the Tourist Office.
- A comprehensive map of hiking trails is available for €5, and the thematic guidebook “Family Walks” is available for €3 at the Tourist Office.
- The geoguiding app *Virées en Aravis*, available for free download on the Apple Store and Google Play, features some of the routes.
- Guided hikes are available upon request. For information, contact the Guide Office (Fred De Wargny: 06 14 11 58 68 / Frédéric Bourdat: 06 75 75 90 19).
Mountainbiking (XC / e-Bike) :
Rental possible through Alpes Aventures by prior appointment via phone: 04 58 23 10 00 (subject to a minimum number of participants).
Climbing :
Climbing school at Aravis in La Clusaz and various sites in the Aravis region, open access depending on snow conditions.
Guidebooks are available for consultation at the Tourist Office and for sale at the Maison de la Presse (located at “impasse du mini-golf”).
Guided sessions possible with the Guides’ Office (Fred De Wargny: +33 6 14 11 58 68)
Cycling (Road Biking):
Numerous mountain passes and circuits nearby, depending on snow conditions. Be aware that the Col de la Colombière is now closed.
A free map or a detailed guide of the region’s circuits is available for €5 at the Tourist Office.
Equestrian Center “Aravis Équitation” : 06 71 56 62 53
Open year-round. Pony/horse rides and riding lessons available by reservation. Please contact the equestrian center in advance.
- S’En Ciel : Tanya 06 11 82 72 05 ou Fred 06 60 55 33 57
Available year-round upon request.
Reservations by SMS or email at sencielparapente.laclusaz@gmail.com - Aravis Parapente : 06 88 07 04 72
Open year-round by reservation. To book, please send a text message or email to samuelporret@gmail.com.
Natural sites to visit :
- Hameau des Confins (5 km above La Clusaz): traditional chalets, lake, chapel, goat farm, walks.
- Col des Aravis (7 km above La Clusaz): panoramic views of Mont Blanc in clear weather, souvenir shops, restaurants, walks.
- Plateau de Beauregard (access from Col de la Croix Fry, 7 km from La Clusaz, then a 1-hour walk to the plateau): plateau with views of the Aravis Range, pastures, farms, Natura 2000 area with peat bogs, walks.
SPAS, MASSAGES & WELLNESS
Nuxe Spa : 04 58 10 51 70
Located in the Hôtel St Alban: indoor pool, sauna, herbal tea room, Kneipp path, sensory shower, single and duo treatment cabins, personalized massages, etc.
Open from December 5, from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm and from 3:00 pm to 8:00 pm.
Carlina Spa : 04 50 02 43 48
Body treatments with natural cosmetics, PHYT’S facial treatments (organic cosmetics). Various body treatments, discovery days, specific programs: full list of treatments available on the Carlina website.
Open from December 13, daily, from 10:00 am to 8:00 pm, by reservation.
Cristal Spa : 04 50 05 61 61
Wellness area available to hotel guests, as well as to external clients who have booked a treatment of €140 or more (60-minute access, one hour before the treatment).
Open from December 14, daily, from 8:00 am to 10:00 pm.
Physiotherapy / Osteopathy Office : 04 50 02 51 78
Wellness massages available year-round, by appointment.
Institut by Lucie : 06 95 13 11 89
Offers beauty treatments: facials, body treatments, waxing, beauty makeovers, massages, manicure and pedicure, as well as treatments for men.
Open year-round, from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm and from 2:00 pm to 6:00 pm, by appointment.
Alpine Institut : 04 50 02 57 10
Your beauty destination in the mountains, open year-round, by appointment.
Facial treatments, manicures and pedicures, semi-permanent nail polish, makeup advice, and more.
Tuesday to Friday from 9:00 am to 7:00 pm, and Saturday from 9:00 am to 6:00 pm, by appointment.
Maison Hälsa : 06 75 38 87 82
Sessions for facial, cranial, and foot reflexology for complete relaxation.
Energetic treatments based on the principles of Traditional Chinese Medicine.
Sessions by appointment, year-round.
restaurants oPEN
In the Village Center
- Le Bistro, 04 50 02 64 37, open every day for lunch and dinner.
- La Ferme, 04 50 02 50 50, open every day for lunch and dinner.
- La Calèche, 04 50 02 42 60, Tuesday to Sunday, lunch and dinner (except for Sunday, lunch only). Closed on Monday.
- La Cordée, 04 50 02 46 18, Thursday to Tuesday noon, and Friday and Saturday evenings. Closed on Wednesday.
- L’Ecuelle, 04 50 23 67 91, Friday to Tuesday, evenings only. Closed from November 25 to December 5 inclusive.
- Le Bal, 04 50 01 06 73, open every day from 4 PM to 1 AM. Open Saturday from 11 PM to 1 AM.
- La Scierie, 04 50 63 34 68, Tuesday to Sunday evenings, and Friday to Sunday noon. Closed on Monday.
- La Terrasse Gourmande, 04 50 44 29 96, open every day, from breakfast until tea time.
- Le Petit Montagnard, 04 50 63 38 38, Monday lunch, and Tuesday to Saturday, lunch and dinner. Closed on Sunday.
- Le Freka, 04 50 19 41 64, every day, lunch and dinner, except Wednesday (closed) and Sunday (lunch only).
- La Fruitière, 04 50 63 13 66, Starting from 23/11, every day except Thursday, lunch and dinner (except Wednesday and Sunday, lunch only).
- Les 2 Mules, 04 50 10 47 81, Starting from 28/11, every evening, and Sunday lunch.
- Le Grenier, 04 50 19 28 73, Wednesday to Sunday evening, closed on Monday and Tuesday. Starting from 12/04, open every evening.
- Déli Schuss, 04 50 23 19 94, Starting from 11/12, every day, from 8:30 am to 7:30 pm.
- Alpes Aventures: Bistro Vélo & Co, 04 58 23 10 00, Starting from 14/12, Wednesday to Sunday, from 9:00 am to 5:30 pm.
- Le Cœur, 04 50 01 50 01, Starting from 14/12, every evening.
At Balme (starting from 14/12. Possible opening on the weekend of December 7-8, if the ski area opens early)
- La Cabane D’Heidi, 06 66 45 23 54: Every day.
- La Trace, 04 50 02 56 84: Every day, from 8:30 am to 5:00 pm.
- La Bergerie, 04 50 02 60 44: Every day, from 9:00 am to 4:30 pm.
In Confins
- Chenillette, 04 50 02 51 88, starting from 06/12, every day, lunch and dinner.
At Col des Aravis
- La Porte des Aravis, 04 50 02 47 15, until 11/11, every day from 9:30 am to 6:30 pm.
- Les Rhodos, 04 50 64 53 56, open from Friday dinner to Sunday lunch.
At Etale
- Le Chalet des Joux, 04 50 45 18 47, Open Friday and Saturday, lunch and dinner, as well as Sunday lunch.
At Beauregard (starting from 14/12, opening dependent on the operation of the cable car)
- Le Grizzly, 04 50 23 79 44: Every lunchtime.
- Le 1647, 04 56 19 03 65: Every day, from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm.
The information above has been collected from service providers and tourist sites as of a specific date.
The Tourist Office cannot be held responsible for any changes and encourages you to contact the service providers or sites directly for final confirmation.