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LES GENTIANETTES, your full moutain experience at Les PORTES DU SOLEIL
Now that the summer vacations are behind you, you are already starting to prepare for the winter vacations. For an incredible alpine holiday, with family, friends or as a couple, the Gentianettes and its many winter activities are waiting for you. There is something for everyone!
In La Chapelle d'Abondance, in winter, we get active! If you wish to live an unforgettable experience during your next stay in our chalet hotel "Les Gentianettes" in La Chapelle d'Abondance, go and meet the huskies and put yourself in the shoes of a musher for a few hours to offer you an unforgettable dog sledding ride! Departure located at 100m walking distance from the hotel: we advise you to book this incredible experience well before your arrival, once there it is often too late.
"La grande Odyssée" will stop at La Chapelle d'abondance on Monday, January 9, 2023. It is the largest gathering of sled dogs in Europe, more than 65 mushers and their 600 dog athletes.
For alpine skiing enthusiasts, the Portes du Soleil ski area has over 600 kilometers of marked trails between France and Switzerland. You will find ski departures from La Chapelle d'Abondance to ski in Châtel and Avoriaz. The diversity of the slopes of the second largest ski area in Europe corresponds to every level: from the slopes for beginners to experienced skiers.
If you prefer Nordic skiing and biathlon, you should know that the Nordic domain of La Chapelle d'Abondance has 30 km of trails with double track. Lessons and initiation are organized by the French Ski School of la Chapelle d'Abondance. You will be able to enjoy beautiful snowy landscapes while doing some exercise.
Nordic trail map: http://ot-peva.ski/plan-chapelle-nordique/
Skating is another great winter activity and several artificial ice rinks but also an incredible natural ice rink: Lac des Plagnes ice rink are accessible within 5 km from the hotel. Several skating shows are organized during the winter as well as lessons if you want to learn or improve your technique.
Finally, sledding is an ideal activity for young and old. You will find several sledding trails within walking distance of the hotel... And everything you need to spend an unforgettable winter vacation at Les Gentianettes!
Want to discover biathlon? Try an initiation at the Panthiaz Nordic site, only a few hundred meters from the Gentianettes hotel. You will be able to fully enjoy the joys of skiing while learning a complex sport that combines cross-country skiing with rifle shooting.
If you stay at the Gentianettes hotel during the winter season, you can enjoy all the activities offered by the French ski school ESF la Chapelle d'Abondance. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced skier, the ESF instructors will accompany you and help you progress throughout your stay.
La raquette est une autre activité hivernale très populaire dans la région. Les itinéraires balisés vous permettront de découvrir la beauté des paysages enneigés tout en vous évadant.
The Abondance Valley is known for its snowshoeing trails, which allow you to enjoy the beautiful snowy landscapes. For the lovers of frozen waterfalls, the Bayard offers a magnificent view on the waterfall of the same name. The waterfall on Bayard is a particularly popular place for snowshoers in winter because its snowy trails are perfect for a little excursion in the middle of nature.
For hiking enthusiasts, Lake Arvouin is a must-see destination. This winter excursion allows you to discover a breathtaking landscape, between snowy forests and immaculate expanses. The most adventurous can even take a lunch break in front of the magnificent frozen lake!
Take the road to Chevenne and head towards one of the 3 magnificent viewpoints of the village: the coast, the batelle, the chalet of Chevenne and enjoy a breathtaking panorama on the valley of Abondance. Easily reachable in all conditions, our 3 secret-spots will plunge you into another universe.
Taste the local products ! The valley of Abondance is known for its cheeses, in particular the Abondance cheese, the Beaufort and the Reblochon. You can buy local products directly from the producers at the cheese dairy of la Chapelle d'abondance. Or go to the weekly market of la Chapelle-d'Abondance which takes place every Friday morning during the winter season.
If you prefer to taste the cheese specialties in the restaurant and discover all the flavors of the Haute-Savoie, choose our restaurant la Baratte, where all the dishes are based on local products. It is possible to eat at the baratte while staying in half-board at the hotel.