Contact Details

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Peter Little

Tel - 01706 839170,

E-mail - pete@enjoythealps.co.uk

Skiing

Saint-Jean d'Aulps ski resort is part of the Portes du Soleil ski area, with 650kms of slopes the Portes du Soleil is a group of 14 French and Swiss ski resorts, and is the biggest international ski area in the world. It covers 400 hectares, 206 ski lifts, and 288 slopes (41 green runs, 109 blue runs, 110 red runs, 28 black runs, and 4 snowcross). It also has hundreds of kilometres of freeride areas. The Saint-Jean d'Aulps ski resort is not linked by the slopes to the Portes du Soleil area, so short car or ski bus ride (10 minutes) is required. This means that the local St Jean D'Aulps ski area is relatively quiet, without queues and ideal for families, paticularly those with young children. [Ski bus will be running for winter 2006/20007 (Balad'Aulps Bus, 1€ per ride) and bring you to Montriond, Morzine and les Gets]. St Jean D'Aulps ski area, a 2 minute drive from the Chalet, is called "La Grand Terche" and is served by a regular free ski bus stopping near to Chalet Etoile. La Grand Terche offers excellent intermediate level skiing and magnificent scenery. The area is also linked to the resort of Bellevaux and it's "Domaine Roc d'Enfer", with an impressive 11 km run descending back to "La Grande Terche". There is an 'ESF' ski school which provides lessons for all levels and accepts children from the age of 4. Younger children from 2 months can use the nearby crèche which has a very good reputation. St Jean D'Aulps is set in protected environment with fantastic views of the Dents du Midi in Switzerland, Lake Geneva, Mont Blanc & majestic Roc d'Enfer.

"At Saint Jean d'Aulps, discover the wonderful Roc d'Enfer Tour! 20km ski slopes in a natural and protected environnement. You will enjoy the beautiful landscape with views of the Dents du Midi in Switzerland, Lake Geneva, the Graydon Combe and the majestic Roc d'Enfer! Have a break in one of the typical savoyard restaurant and enjoy the cosy atmosphere!"

http://www.stjeandaulps.com/www-5blocs-1132-HIVER-UK.html -Skiing Overview St Jean D'Aulps

http://www.stjeandaulps.com/www-5blocs-976-HIVER-UK.html  - St Jean D'Aulps Ski Area details

http://www.stjeandaulps.com/www-titresoustitreunephoto-977-HIVER-UK.html - Pistes maps

http://www.stjeandaulps.com/www-5blocs-975-HIVER-UK.html - Lift Pass details & Prices

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Snowboarding

"Morzine-Avoriaz Sector, Equally accessible from the village centre by the Super Morzine gondola lift (which is equipped with new cabins), it is comprised of 70 km of ski runs between 1000 and 2466 meters in altitude. This is paradise for those liking the more modern forms of snow sports, as there are 2 snowparks and the new "Biotop" (the first 100% ecological winter forest park), a half pipe, a "canyon" slope and a new boarder slope. There are also and 4 “snowcross” where you can practice off-piste pursuits in total safety. This sector is home to the Lindarets village, a hamlet of high mountain farms, which have been turned into restaurants, to the great pleasure of all good-food lovers, and is the gateway to Switzerland."

http://www.morzine.com/page.asp?saison=hiver&langue=uk  - Overview of Snowboard Area at Avoriaz nearby (Need to go into the 'Sport' area of site, then 'Ski Area' & scroll down)

http://www.avoriazalpineskischool.com/ - Avoriaz Snowboard Lessons

We highly recommend Avoriaz Alpine Ski School, small groups, and excellent English speaking instructors based in perfect location for skiers of all levels. I use them regularly and can help here arranging booking. Please contact me.

Ski School

We highly recommend Avoriaz Alpine Ski School, small groups, and excellent English speaking instructors based in perfect location for skiers of all levels. I use them regularly and can help here arranging booking. Please contact me.

http://www.avoriazalpineskischool.com/ - Avoriaz Ski School highly recommended.

Snowshoe Trekking

 "You will enjoy a nice track going amongst the forest with magnificent views on the Vallée d'Aulps, Morzine, the Dents blanches and the Mont-Blanc. (Take a left when you are at the top of the gondola)"

Guides available - Half Day Trek 21 €, Day Trek 30 €, Trekking by moonlight with cheese fondue in mountain chalet 33 to 35€ Snowshoe trek and overnight stay in a refuge or igloo (adults only) "

http://www.stjeandaulps.com/www-5blocs-862-HIVER-UK.html - St Jean D'Aulps Snow Shoe Trekking

Bars/Restaurants

Link below lists bars, restaurants, shops including opening times.

http://www.stjeandaulps.com/www-9blocs-805-ETE-UK.html - Shops, Bars & Restaurants in St Jean D'Aulps

http://www.valleedaulps.com/www-partenair-1082-ETE-UK.html - Other Towns & Villages Nearby

Cross Country Skiing

"Enjoy the benefits of the Vallée d'Aulps's cross country ski circuits. They are free and designed for skiers off all levels!"

http://www.stjeandaulps.com/www-2blocs1photo-864-HIVER-UK.html - Local Circuits

Paragliding

New : flight from Saint Jean d'Aulps station, First flights, weekend and week courses when you can learn to fly solo, First fligt from 65 €, Take-off is from the top of the mountains that can be reached by draglifts at Saint Jean d'Aulps or chairlifts on the other skiable domains

http://www.stjeandaulps.com/www-2blocs1photo-1128-HIVER-UK.html - All Details

Hot Air Ballooning

"Flights over the Alps lasting between 45 minutes and 1,5 hours. Fixed-rope balloon rides. Trips are from 245 €"

http://www.valleedaulps.com/www-activites-256-HIVER-UK.html - Not for me!

Ice Diving

"Dive into a silent world: as soon as the ice forms over lake Montriond, it's possible to go on a first dive under the ice, to watch the bubbles dance in their attempts to escape from their ice-prison. Dry-suits protect you from the cold: the water temperature varies for 2 to 3°C. Dive to a depth of 8 to 10 metres. All equipment provided.
Price : 60 €"

http://www.valleedaulps.com/www-activites-1086-HIVER-UK.html - Not for me!

Local Events

All kinds of events detailed occurring during 'current month' and 'next month'

http://www.stjeandaulps.com/www-agenda-834-HIVER-UK.html - Details local markets, fairs, touirs etc