+ SATURDAY 29 AND SUNDAY 30 JUNE: THE MB RACE
The MB Ultra (up to 170 km and 7000 metres of altitude difference) is the most difficult mountain bike race in the world, and the end of the route passes through Praz sur Arly. The MB Explore offers a course with a unique distance of 55 km and 2800 m of altitude difference.
On both days, from 8.30 am to 12 pm: passage along the banks of the Arly and the Varins car park, with festive refreshments for the riders on Saturday at the Varins car park. Come and cheer them on. Free admission.
+ SUNDAY 7 JULY: LAKE FESTIVAL
The new swimming lake is already celebrating its first birthday! To mark the occasion, come and enjoy the free events: don’t miss the “Fabuleux” parade, as well as paddle- board challenges in the afternoon and, at the end of the afternoon, a big rubber-ring race open to all. From 5.30 pm, a concert by the charming duo, “Lo et Ben”. And don’t forget the first welcome drink of the summer at 6pm!
+ THURSDAY 14 JULY: ASSYLUM CONCERT AT ALTITUDE – Baroque Festival
Blending influences from ancient Eastern and Western music with resolutely modern worlds, Aliocha’s rich compositions are complemented and embellished by Patrick RUDANT’s melismas and the poetry (or tribality!) of Henri-Charles CAGET’s percussion. A concert at the summit with a view of Mont Blanc!
Concert starts at 2.30 pm. Free admission, chairlift charge: adults (aged 17 and over): €6.90, children (aged 6-16 inclusive): €5.
+ SUNDAY 14 JULY: FIREWORKS AT 23.00 – VARINS PARKING LOT
+ THURSDAY EVENINGS IN PRAZ: 18/25 JULY and 1/8/15/22 AUGUST
This summer, nightfall on Thursdays promises to be festive in Praz sur Arly! Every Thursday evening from 18 July to 22 August, from 7 pm to 11 pm, the main road will be closed from 6.30 pm and cars will make way for street artists: entertainment and workshops for families and 2 big concerts between 7pm and 11pm. Free admission.
+ SATURDAY 20 AND SUNDAY 21 JULY: SECOND WORLD WAR MILITARY CAMP
Reconstitution of a Second World War military camp. Come and meet history buffs and share their passions. On the programme: vehicles and base camp.
Meeting point on the banks of the Arly, with games for children. Access to the camp from 10 am to 6 pm on Saturday and 10 am to 3 pm on Sunday.
+ SATURDAY 27 JULY: THE ARLY PETANQUE TOURNAMENT
Our traditional pétanque tournament on the banks of the Arly River. Inscriptions in pairs on the spot. Free access. Drinks stand and snacks available organized by the Praz sur Arly Ski Club. Banks of the River Arly from 10.00 to 19.00.
+ THURSDAY 15 AUGUST: JUMBLE SALE
From 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., shopkeepers’ jumble sale and private garage sale throughout the village closed for the occasion for pedestrians only… Route du Val d’Arly. Free access.
+ SUNDAY 18 AUGUST: “RETROMOBILE” VINTAGE CAR RALLY
Gathering of more than 60 vintage cars and rides for the benefit of bone marrow donations to the Sapaudia Association. Musical entertainment, American pin-ups, parades, activities for children, make-up and old-fashioned waffles… From 10.00 to 12.30 and from 14.00 to 18.00 in the centre of the village and the Route du Val d’Arly. Free access.
+ SATURDAY 26 AUGUST: 3rd ESPACE DIAMANT CANITRAIL
A trail race with your dog. This summer, there will be two stages in Praz sur Arly to cheer on the participants. On the programme: between 10 and 15km per stage, with 500 to 800m of altitude difference. Registration on the “Canitrail du Diamant” Facebook site. Free access for spectators.
+ THURSDAY EVENINGS IN PRAZ: 1/8/15 and 22 AUGUST
This summer, nightfall on Thursdays promises to be festive in Praz sur Arly! Every Thursday evening from 18 July to 22 August, from 7pm to 11pm, the main road will be closed from 6.30 pm and cars will make way for street artists: entertainment and workshops for families and 2 big concerts between 7 pm and 11 pm. Free admission.
Praz-sur-Arly offers you a Leisure Pass with unlimited access over 7 days to the Praz Lac Aventure aqualudic course, the Crêt du Midi chairlift, the Plaine des Belles outsider art mini golf course and the chance to discover other activities in the Mont Blanc region!
+ The PASS offers unlimited access to the following activities in Praz sur Arly:
– The Praz Lac Adventure Aquapark (daily)
– The Crêt du Midi chairlift: In just 10 minutes, climb to an altitude of over 1700 metres and admire the view of the Mont Blanc. Go for a hike, have lunch in the mountain restaurants or relax on the “La-bell’aire” terrace. At the arrival of the chairlift is the “Smugglers’ Trail”. Based on the history of the smugglers of the region, with a comic book as a guide, the idea of this hike is to allow children to go on a treasure hunt in the mountains. Fun signs allow you to find a secret code and solve a riddle!
In stormy weather, access to the chairlift may be interrupted. Ask about the weather conditions before setting off. Accessible to pedestrians and mountain bikes.
Open from Sunday to Thursday, from 9.45am to 12.20pm and from 1pm to 4.20pm from Monday 8 July to Thursday 29 August 2024.
– Mini-Golf in the Belles Leisure Park: An exceptional mini-golf course. The landscaped mini-golf course with 18 “outsider art” holes is a project combining leisure and culture, with the integration of some twenty works of rough art. Come and discover the cycling rabbit, the Swiss dahu, the black and white cow, the man of the peaks. Open daily (10.30 am-9 pm).
+ The PASS offers its holders a number of other advantages:
– The Trail Map or the Adventures of Quentin and Louis comic books at half price on presentation of the Pass.
The Trail map BELVEDERE DU MONT-BLANC. The queen of summer sports has pride of place in the Mont Blanc region. Discover the fauna and flora, the exceptional panoramas (Mont-Blanc, Aravis and Beaufortain…). From Praz sur Arly, there are 15 marked trails and 56 walks that you will find with this trail map and this flyer.
The comic books which accompany children on our 2 fun trails. They tell the story of Louis, a genius inventor who transforms the Crêt du Midi chairlift into a time-travel machine to please his grandson, Quentin. Three volumes to help you discover our heritage while having fun!
On sale at the Tourist Office.
– Discounts with our local activity providers: canyoning, rafting, group outings: hiking, mountain biking, climbing, cani-rando, hydrospeed, laser game, etc….
Simply show your identity card and the Leisure Pass and you’ll have privileged access to all that Praz sur Arly has to offer.
7-day TODDLER’S PASS (less than 5 years) FREE
7-DAY CHILDREN’S PASS (from 5 to 16 years inclusive) 20€
7-day ADULT PASS (17 years and over) 27 €
PASS WITH NAME AND DATE, VALID 7 CONSECUTIVE DAYS
On sale at the Tourist Office, at the Belles Leisure Park reception and at the Crêt du Midi chairlift office.
Collect your Pass in Praz sur Arly at: Praz-sur-Arly Tourist Office / Belles Leisure Park reception / Crêt du Midi chairlift office.
