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Unlimited skiing thanks to a season skipass at reduced rates

Unlimited skiing thanks to a season skipass


Take to the slopes of the 90km Val d’Arly ski area from Saturday 23 December 2023 to Friday 05 April 2024. Looking for powder or a family outing all winter long? The Season Skipass is for you.

Take advantage of a host of benefits:

Carte SKI +: 6 free ski outings in the ski areas of the Labellemontagne Group* for the winter period 2023/2024. These 6 days can be used in a single resort or in several resorts, day by day or 6 consecutive days according to your choice.

Free waxing and sharpening of your skis

1 V.I.P. day during the season. You will be informed of the date and place by e-mail.

Your 2023-2024 winter season pass also valid for the 2024 summer season on the Notre Dame de Bellecombe, Flumet and Praz-sur-Arly chairlifts.

DISCOVERY SKI Pass for Haute-Savoie resorts 3 days free skiing for Espace Diamant season pass holders only.

*Manigod, Saint-François Longchamp, Risoul, La Bresse Hohneck, Bardonecchia.
Have you kept your hands-free card from the previous season? ? Reload your season ticket online, using your web support number.

Rates for Val d’Arly Season Skipass 2023/2024


Take advantage until 31 October of the special rate for the Val d’Arly season skipass at 456€ (Adult) instead of 659 €!

Season
Adult
Junior / Golden Age
Reduction for 5-14 years & 75 years +
Senior / Student
13 to 74 ans
Rate till 31/10 inclusive 456 € 365 € 411 €
Rate from 01/11 to 30/11 502 € 402 € 452 €

When you buy the Season pass, you can benefit from the “Student -25 years” rate:

Tick the “Junior 15-24 years” rate, which will show an ADULT rate and will change to the reduced SENIOR/STUDENT rate once the proof has been inserted.

Val d’Arly Season Skipass
From 1 December 2023, the Val d’Arly season skipass will still be available throughout the winter.
Season
Adult
Junior / Golden Age
5 to 12 years
Senior / Student
13 to 74 years
Val d’Arly 659 € 528 € 594 €

Espace Diamant Season Skipass 2023/2024


Take advantage until 30 September of the special rate for the Espace Diamant season skipass at 502€ (Adult) instead of 772 €!

 

Season
Adult
Junior / Golden Age
Reduction for 5-14 years & 75 years +
Senior / Student
13 to 74 ans
Rate till 30/09/2023 inclusive 502 € 402 € 452 €
Rate from 01/10 to 12/11 inclusive 556 € 445 € 501 €

When you buy the Season pass, you can benefit from the “Student -25 years” rate:

Tick the “Junior 15-24 years” rate, which will show an ADULT rate and will change to the reduced SENIOR/STUDENT rate once the proof has been inserted.

Espace Diamant Season Skipass
From 13 November, you can still buy the Espace Diamant Season skipass:
Season
Adult
Junior / Golden Age
5 to 12 years
Senior / Student
13 to 74 years
Espace Diamant 772 € 618 € 696 €

“PETITS ASTICOTS” FESTIVAL – “Ce matin-LÀ” Show – Friday 27 October in Praz sur Arly

Hoist the sails…

The “Petits Asticots” are thinking big again this year, from 21 to 27 October! Theatre, circus, music, puppetry… We’re giving children and the whole family a real window on the world and the performing arts, with shows and artists from all over the world.

We’ll be riding the ocean waves aboard the Pen Duick, landing on the ice floes in the land of the Inuits and polar bears, and returning to the mountains not far from here with musical tales from the Alps… While the show is about travel and the great outdoors, the artists also tackle themes from a child’s point of view: relationships, speaking out, home and hearth (after the trip!). All, of course, with great tenderness, sensitivity and humour.

 


“Ce matin-LÀ” Show – FRIDAY 27 OCTOBER 2023 AT 9.30, 11.00 AND 16.00


Chouette il pleut! Company
Clown

“Ce matin-LÀ” is a journey of self-discovery and discovery. A joyful mix of curiosity, surprise and courage set against a backdrop of paper, paint and Vivaldi. When our little character wakes up that morning, it’s not going to be his usual routine, where everything is clean, smooth and tidy… No, this morning it’s a series of disasters where everything gets creased, torn and stained. At first, this shattered routine seems worrying, but as he overcomes his fears, he opens up to the world and discovers an explosion of possibilities! A fabulous journey, full of stains, colours, folds, noises, creases and music.

 

Age: From 1 year
Duration:  35 mins
Cost: 5 €

Tickets: http://www.les-petits-asticots.com/programme/

Buy your 6-Day skipass in the Val d’Arly in Early Booking!

Reserve your skipass for 6 days or more

In the heart of the Val d’Arly, enjoy a week’s skiing (or more if you feel like it) in the Val d’Arly ski area linking the village resorts of Flumet, Notre-Dame-de-Bellecombe and Praz-Sur-Arly. All with a breathtaking view of Mont Blanc! There are 90 km of pistes and 36 ski lifts.


Rates for individual 6 day or more skipasses in the Val d’Arly 2023/2024


Individual 6 days or more Early Booking skipasses – Val d’Arly

Take advantage of our season-long offer of a 20% reduction on 6 days or more in the Val d’Arly by buying your skipass 6 weeks in advance!

Early booking

skipasses

Junior & Golden Age
Reduction for 5-14 years & 75 years +
Adult
15-64 years
Ado & Senior
Reduction for 65-74 years
6 days 133,70 € 167,10 € 150,60 €
7 days 148,80 € 186,00 € 167,70 €
8 days 164,00 € 205,00 € 184,80 €
9 days 179,20 € 224,00 € 202,00 €
10 days 194,40 € 242,90 € 219,10 €
14 days 255,20 € 318,80 € 287,60 €

 

Individual 6 days or more skipasses – Val d’Arly

Skipasses
Junior & Golden Age
Reduction for 5-14 years & 75 years +
Adult
15-64 years
Ado & Senior
Reduction for 65-74 years
6 days 167,00 € 208,80 € 212,20 €
7 days 186,00 € 232,50 € 241,20 €
8 days 205,00 € 256,20 € 275,70 €
9 days 224,00 € 279,90 € 310,10 €
10 days 243,00 € 303,60 € 344,60 €
14 days 319,00 € 398,40 € 482,40 €

 


Family skiing at reduced prices in the Val d’Arly or Espace Diamant Ski Areas*


 
Take advantage of reduced rates for the simultaneous purchase of at least 4 ski passes (2 adults and at least 2 children under 18) for stays of between 6 and 14 days. Young people under 25 can also benefit from this offer on presentation of their student card at the ticket office.

Family 6 days or more skipasses in Early Booking – Val d’Arly

Take advantage of our season-long offer of a 20% reduction on 6 days or more family skipasses in the Val d’Arly by buying your skipasses 6 weeks in advance!

Stay
20% Reduction
6 days 565,00 €
7 days 629,00 €
8 days 693,00 €
9 days 757,00 €
10 days 821,00 €
14 days 1077,00 €

Family 6 days or more skipasses in the Espace Diamant 2023-2024

Take advantage of 5%, 10% or 15% reductions during specific periods** to buy your skipasses.

Family 6 days or more in the Espace Diamant. Take advantage of the season-long offer by buying your skipasses 6 weeks in advance.

Stay
5% Reduction
10% Reduction
15% Reduction
6 days 762 € 722 € 682 €
7 days 860 € 815 € 769 €
8 days 982 € 931 € 879 €
9 days 1105 € 1047 € 989 €
10 days 1228 € 1163 € 1098 €
14 days 1718 € 1628 € 1537 €
* The family offer applies if you are:
at least 4 people
at least 2 adults of more than 18 years
at least 2 children of less than 15 years OR 2 students aged 15 to 24 years.

 

** Please find below the specific periods concerned to benefit from the different reductions:

Take advantage of the season-long offer by buying your skipasses 6 weeks in advance.

 5% Reduction:
from 23/12 to 06/01/24 (Christmas weeks and New Year’s Day) 
from 10/02 to 09/03/24 (School holidays)
 
10% Reduction:  
27/01/2024 to 09/02/2024 (2 weeks before the start of the school holidays)

from 09/03/2024 to 15/03/2024 (1 week after the end of the school holidays)
from 30/03/2024 to 05/04/2024

 
15 %  Reduction:
from 06/01/2024 to 26/01/2024 ( 3 weeks after the school Christmas holidays)
from 16/03/2024 to 05/04/2024

This summer discover a fun new Hiking trail and a new comic book “La Thonnaz ne sonne plus!”

 


A fun new hiking trail!


Following on from the success of the Smugglers’ Trail, the commune of Praz-sur-Arly is opening a fun new hiking trail on 1 July, this time on the south-facing slope in the direction of the Plan de l’Aar refuge. It includes a treasure hunt with clues in a new comic book set during the French Revolution.

In order to diversify the tourist offer and promote the region’s cultural and architectural heritage, the “Communauté de communes Pays du Mont-Blanc” (CCPMB) and the communes of Combloux, Contamines, Cordon, Passy, Praz-sur-Arly and Saint-Gervais have created “The little baroque circuits”: six fun and immersive routes to discover the wealth of this heritage.

The one in Praz-sur-Arly, entitled “La Thonnaz ne sonne plus!”, is based on the world of the Adventures of Quentin and Louis, and – more specifically – on the third comic book in the series which will be published at the end of June.

The comic book evokes the period of the French Revolution and the destruction of the Tonnaz and Bonne Fontaine chapels. Myriam Bouima is the artist and Yann Jaccaz, the Mayor of Praz sur Arly, is the scriptwriter. They will present the comic book on 30 June at 17.30 in the Praz Library (see our article for more information).


Your equipment


To venture out on this new trail, solve the riddles along the way and find the hidden treasure, you’ll need water, a snack, good walking shoes… but also the comic book and its game kit, sold at the Praz Tourist Office for 6€.

You can also eat and sleep at the  Refuge du Plan de l’Aar if you want to extend your mountain experience and enjoy the great outdoors.

Bonus: if you manage to collect all the clues, you’ll get a gift… which can be combined with gifts from other towns to create a board game!

 


 Access / Parking


Leave the car in Praz, TAKE THE NEW SUMMER SHUTTLE BUS FREE!

To avoid parking problems in the hamlet of La Tonnaz, which has a car park with only 10 spaces, the Town Hall has decided to introduce a free shuttle bus service during the summer school holidays, which will make the following stops every 20 minutes: Parking des Varins – Belles – Village – Tonnaz. Anyone interested can use the Pysae mobile application to locate the shuttle in real time.

Opening of swimming lake, Aquapark on Saturday 8 July 2023 and Accrobranch Saturday 24 June 2023

 

Opening 0f Accrobranch – Saturday 24 June 2023
Opening of the swimming lake and aquapark – Saturday 8 July 2023
 

 

 


New swimming lake (free access)


Discover a fabulous new swimming pool in Praz sur Arly, facing the Mont Charvin… an exceptional site for a refreshing summer break! A swimming lake supervised by lifeguards with free access for all, isn’t that just heaven? A lake created with two different swimming areas to satisfy all your desires!

 

ZONE 1: A supervised public swimming area with a surface area larger than an Olympic-size swimming pool! Graduated depths from 0.30cm to 2.50m to satisfy both young and older swimmers… fantastic!
ZONE 2: AND IN ADDITION! An area reserved for water sports activities, where you can enjoy our giant Aquaparc and paddles for hire. A large public beach beside the swimming area, ideal for sunbathing between swims! Life is great at Praz Lac Aventures!

Access to the swimming lake: The main access to the swimming lake is from the Belles Leisure Park via a footbridge over the Arly River.

Thanks to a footpath created right around the lake, accessible to people with reduced mobility from Les Belles or the Cassioz road, users will be able to reach the beach and the reception building in which sanitary facilities, a lifeguard’s room, a storage room, a snack bar and a reception office are planned. They will also be able to reach the Accrobranch tree climbing course on the banks of the Arly.

 

New: A shuttle service (free) will also give you easy access to the swimming lake : timetable

 

From 8 July to 3 September: Supervised swimming from 11.00 to 18.00. 

From 3 September to 17 September: Supervised swimming on Wednesdays and weekends from 11.00 to 18.00. 
Seasonal closing: as of Sunday 17 September 2023.
The surveillance team reserves the right to close the swimming area in the event of bad weather.

 


Aquapark


Come and discover our giant water playground for up to 60 people! The aquapark for big and small is a series of different inflatable modules:

AIRBAGS, PLATFORMS, UNSTABLE LOGS, SLIDES, TRAMPOLINE, etc.

This sports course allows you to challenge your family and friends in a fun way. If you fall into the water, handles located all along the course allow you to get back up easily. A qualified supervisor is present on the course for the safety of all. Located a few meters from the shore, access to the aquapark is by swimming. It is therefore essential (especially for the youngest) to be at ease in the water and to know how to swim. The obligatory life jackets will be provided by the aquapark team.

 

Opening 2023: from 8 July to 3 September, 11.00-18.00, daily – from 3 September to 17 September 2023, 11.00-18.00, Wednesdays and weekends.
Cost: 11€ per hour.
Conditions: from 5 years and knowing how to swim / children under 10 years must be accompanied by a responsible adult / no reservation required / life jacket obligatory for all.


Accrobranch Park


We have 4 circuits to suit everyone, with a continuous lifeline system for added safety. What is a continuous lifeline system? For you, it means peace of mind: no carabiners to manipulate throughout the route. All you have to do is slide the pulley from one end of the circuit to the other and, above all, think about… having fun!

 

Our 3 courses give you access to 4 circuits in total, each made up of 12 to 15 workshops, for a good dose of fun for all the family! The level of difficulty is established in the same way as for the ski runs: Green, Blue, Red and Red +.

 

KIDS’ COURSE (FROM 4 TO 7 YEARS*)

This is the Green level course for the very youngest, giving them their first taste of heights on a suspended circuit of between 1 and 2 metres, with some great memories in store!
* accompanied by their parents.

 

ADVENTURE COURSE (FROM 7 YEARS)

This is a course just like our ski runs, with levels of difficulty ranging from Blue to Red. The difficulty increases as you go along, preparing you for the Red+ course, the toughest! Just a little more effort and you’re almost there!

 

XTREM COURSE  (PRE-TEENS, TEENS AND ADULTS)

Designed for pre-teens, teens and adults, this course is rated Red+ for maximum thrills! As well as the many workshops on offer along the way, you can try your hand at the 3 zip-lines crossing the Arly and running alongside the lake… an ideal way to see the panorama from a different angle over more than 125 metres! Go for it!

 

Opening: Saturday 24 June 2023

RATES:

KIDS’ COURSE: 10 € (Course level Green).
ADVENTURE COURSE: 15 € (Course level Blue to Red).
XTREM COURSE: 20 € (Course level Blue to Red +).
Each session can last as long as you like but for a maximum of 2.5 hours.

 

Contact and reservation: praz-lac-aventures.com (FR only)

 

 

Destination Mont-Blanc Pass for Summer 2023


Take advantage of the Mont-Blanc Pass this summer

 

This summer, make the most of the mountains and all the possible activities they offer! There is no limit to the activities in Praz sur Arly!

 

 


A Pass with multiple advantages!

Praz-sur-Arly offers you an unlimited activity pass with the NEW swimming lake and aquapark course (daily), the Crêt du Midi chairlift, mini-golf, and the possibility of discovering other activities in the Mont Blanc region!

 

+ The PASS offers unlimited access to the following activities in Praz sur Arly:

> The swimming lake and aquapark course (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 3 July to Thursday 24 August 2023.

> 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 every day (10.30 am-9 pm).

> Hiking:  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 SMUGGLERS TRAIL comic book tells the story of Louis, a genius inventor who transforms the Crêt du Midi chairlift into a time-travel machine to please his grandson, Quentin. The two of them then set out to find the treasure of a famous smuggler, Fanfouétomas.
At the opening hours of the Multi-Activity Pass collection points.
Advantage: offered with the Multi-Activity Pass.

 

 

How does it work?

On presentation of your identity card and the Multi-Activity Pass, you will have privileged access to Praz sur Arly’s offers.

 


Rates


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 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 / Belambra / Crêt du Midi chairlift office.

 

Dates of main events of summer 2023

JULY 2023


SATURDAY 1 JULY AND SUNDAY 2 JULY: THE MB RACE

Passage and refreshment in the church square of the competitors in 2 of the MB Races: the MB Ultra (up to 170 km and 7,000 metres of altitude difference) and the MB Explore (a single-distance course of 55 km and 2,800 metres of altitude difference). On both days, from 8.20 to 12.30. Come and cheer on the racers, free access.

SUNDAY 9 JULY: MOUNTAIN WELL-BEING

On the programme: workshop and initiation with speakers on the theme of nature and well-being: naturopathy, reflexology, occupational therapy, herbalist… Free access. From 10.00 to 12.00 and from 14.00 to 18.00. Belles Leisure Park. More information (FR only)

THURSDAY 13 JULY: CONCERT “BAROQUE FESTIVAL IN THE PAYS DU MONT-BLANC”

For its 25th anniversary, the Festival will be under the sign of nature – both terrestrial and human. Join us in Praz sur Arly on the banks of the new swimming lake at 18.00 for a concert: “La Volière Magique” with Constance Luzzati and Claire Gonnard. Harp music and an aerial acrobat for a poetic moment at the water’s edge. Free access.

FRIDAY 14 JULY: FRENCH NATIONAL DAY  “TELEPHONE TRIBUTE” CONCERT AND FIREWORKS

At 21.00, free concert in the Town Hall square by the JEAN-LOUIS & CO group: tribute to the greatest French rock group TELEPHONE.  At 23.00: fireworks.

SUNDAY 16 JULY AND WEDNESDAY 19 JULY: PASSAGE OF THE TOUR DE FRANCE

The mythical race will go through the village twice: on the Route de Megève and the Route du Val d’Arly in the 15th and 17th stages of the Tour de France. Entertainment in the village centre during the two stages. Info on road closures (FR only)

THURSDAY 20 JULY and SUNDAY 13 AUGUST: SMUGGLERS’ TRAIL

A hike and a fun way to discover the world of smugglers. A sporty, cultural and playful approach for all the family with Praz Montagne and the company “En visite Simone”. On Thursday 20 July: a new itinerary Summer Smugglers’ Trail “La Thonnaz ne sonne plus!”; and Sunday 13 August, the traditional  “Smugglers’ Trail” via the Crêt du Midi chairlift.

THURSDAY EVENINGS IN PRAZ: 20/27 JULY

This summer, nightfall on Thursday evenings promises to be lively and festive in Praz sur Arly! From 20 July to 24 August, from 19.00 to 23.00, the main road through the village will be closed and accessible to pedestrians. 2 places, 2 different ambiences: at the beginning of the evening from 19.00 to 21.00 in the church square there’ll be an entertainment village for children; and from 19.00 to 23.00, 2 live concerts in the Town Hall square. More information (FR only)

SUNDAY 23 JULY:  PETANQUE TOURNAMENT

Our traditional and fun pétanque tournament with lots of prizes to be won. Inscriptions in pairs on the spot. Drinks stand and snacks available organized by the Praz sur Arly Ski Club. Banks of the River Arly.

SUNDAY 30 JULY: MOUNTAIN PASTURE FESTIVAL

Discover the Plan de l’Are mountain pasture and the work and life of a farmer on this high altitude farm. Picnic lunch with music. La Thonnaz no longer rings! A treasure hunt on this new fun trail with a comic strip as a top-guide to the new fun family trail. From 12:00 to 17:00 at the Plan de l’Are refuge, about 2 hours walk to reach the refuge.

 

 


AUGUST 2023


THURSDAY EVENINGS IN PRAZ : 3/10/17/24 AUGUST

This summer, nightfall on Thursday evenings promises to be lively and festive in Praz sur Arly! From 20 July to 24 August, from 19.00 to 23.00, the main road through the village will be closed and accessible to pedestrians. 2 places, 2 different ambiences: at the beginning of the evening from 19.00 to 21.00 in the church square there’ll be an entertainment village for children; and from 19.00 to 23.00, 2 live concerts in the Town Hall square. More information (FR only)

SUNDAY 6 AUGUST: PRAZ ON A MOTORBIKE

A new event – a gathering of all types of motorbikes. With the presence of the Seigneur Motosports Mont-Blanc team and the motorized Gendarmerie. Exhibition and stands, safety workshops and driving tips. From 10.00 to 16.00 in the centre of the village and the Route du Val d’Arly. Giant raclette at 12.00 and free concert at 14.00 with Rémy Boyer (Le Stou). Free access.

THURSDAY 20 JULY and SUNDAY 13 AUGUST: SMUGGLERS’ TRAIL

A hike and a fun way to discover the world of smugglers. A sporty, cultural and playful approach for all the family with Praz Montagne and the company “En visite Simone”. Thursday 20 July: a new itinerary from Bellevarde; and Sunday 13 August, the traditional  “Smugglers’ Trail” via the Crêt du Midi chairlift. More information (FR only)

TUESDAY 15 AUGUST: JUMBLE SALE AND FIREWORKS

From 8.00 to 17.00, shopkeepers’ sale and private individuals’ jumble sale throughout the village, which is closed to traffic (Route du Val d’Arly) for the occasion. Free access. Celtic rock concert by the group Arvester at 14.00 and fireworks at 22.00. More information (FR only)

SUNDAY 20 AUGUST: “RETROMOBILE” VINTAGE CAR RALLY

Gathering of more than 70 vintage cars and rides for the benefit of bone marrow donations with the Sapaudia Association. Musical entertainment, activities for children. 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. More information (FR only)

SATURDAY 26 AUGUST: 3rd ESPACE DIAMANT CANITRAIL

A mountain trail race with your dog. Second stage in Praz sur Arly: departure and arrival at the foot of the Crêt du Midi chairlift. Over 80 participants will cover more than 35 km in 3 stages in the Pays du Mont-Blanc. Free access for spectators. More information (FR only)

 

 

Good Hiking tip

Enjoy a week’s stay in Praz sur Arly and experience a couple of nights in a mountain refuge like a real mountain person!

 

***** Stays possible between 8 July and 26 August 2023 *****

 

THIS OFFER INCLUDES :

> One week’s accommodation in a furnished rental in the commune of Praz sur Arly (to be chosen from a selection).

> 2 nights with ½ board in a mountain refuge, including a thematic “alpage” evening (2 refuges are accessible on foot in 3 and a half hours’ walk, night in dormitory, typical meals and traditional mountain breakfasts (without à la carte choice), thematic “alpage” evening to discover the daily life of a mountain person.

> 1 ascent in the Crêt du Midi chairlift/per participating person.

> A map of the hiking trails in the Pays du Mont Blanc region.

> The Tetras Diamond medal for participating children.

 

Price: from 188 €/per person, based on a reservation for 4 people

 

All you have to do is pack your rucksack and shoes for a memorable experience with your family or friends!

Recommended for ages 7 and up.
* Subject to availability.
**Hiking equipment not provided.

 

What’s on in March

+  Don’t miss these activities


March is here and the school holidays are now over. This is what’s on the programme, including: a welcome drink in the church square on Sunday evenings at 18.00; on Tuesdays there are puzzles to solve and win a reblochon cheese; on Wednesdays you can discover unusual snow equipment at the foot of the slopes. And in the art and culture department, there is the new exhibition PRAZ SUR ARLY, A MOUNTAIN OF INSPIRATION which brings together 12 paintings at the Tourist Office reception and 12 others along the banks of the Arly River.

 

See the full programme (FR only)

The Tourist Office is open from Monday to Sunday from 9.00 to 12.00 and 14.00 to 19.00.

 

-> Snowshoe outings with the Megève Mountain Guides’ Office. Go off and discover our mountains off the beaten track with a mountain guide. Inscriptions at the Tourist Office (Snowshow outing programme).

-> A reblochon cheese to be won on Tuesdays from 14.30 to 15.00. Only 30 minutes, not a minute more! Figure out our puzzles via our Face book stories and Instagram, the first three to find the right answer will win a reblochon cheese!

-> Initiation to Watercolour Painting with Babeth on Thursdays from 14.00 to 17.30. Registration obligatory at the Tourist Office, by Thursday 12.00 pm at the latest. Discover the art of watercolour painting with Elisabeth (Babeth) Socquet-Meilleret, a Praz artist for forty years, who will give you all the advice you need. 15€ per person – material provided.

 

Also don’t miss: 

-> THE TOWN COUNCIL’S CUP: (Cancelled due to bad weather forecast)  The people of Praz, permanent residents or visitors, young or old, are invited to ski a fun giant slalom race for the Town Council’s Cup on SUNDAY 12 MARCH. Fancy dress is strongly advised! By inscription.

 

-> SNOW FOR REFUGEES. Praz sur Arly has a big heart and and invites young refugees in the Haute Savoie region for a discovery day of skiing on THURSDAY 16 MARCH.

 

-> VAL D’ARLY SMUGGLERS’ TRAIL 2023  (Cancelled) An unusual hike following in the footsteps of the smugglers and customs officers of yesteryear. A really fun walk on SUNDAY 2 APRIL.

 


As well as…

 

-> BE A SKI PATROLLER FOR A DAY on Thursdays at 8.40. A unique opportunity! Set off with a ski patroller and make your first tracks before the ski area opens.

 

-> DISCOVER THE TETRAS LYRE on Wednesday 15 March from 9.00 to 16.00: A stand to discover the local fauna.

 

-> CRAZY SNOW SPORTS every Wednesday at the foot of the slopes from 15.00 to 16.00: Free loan of sledges and yooners!

 


+ Ski Area


As of today, 70% of the ski area is open in the Espace Diamant, i.e. 125 pistes out of 167 and 71 ski lifts out of 82. See our full article: Opening of the Ski Area


+ State of the roads


The roads are completely clear.  A reminder: all vehicles must be equipped with snow tyres, all-season tyres or chains from 1 November 2022 to 31 March 2023.

 

 


+ Weather


Chamonix and Mont Blanc Area Weather Forecast in English: chamonix-meteo.com


Dates of Main Events of Winter 2022/23

14 events this winter and a programme of activities for the whole family. A new event with all the Espace Diamant resorts: the Diamond Cup. The challenge cup replaces the Pure Diamond Days for season skipass holders. A new solidarity event: the 1st edition of Snow for Refugees.

 

 


December 2022


18-31 DECEMBER 2022: CHRISTMAS IN THE PAYS DU MONT-BLANC AND NEW YEAR’S EVE PARTY

During December and January, the 14 villages and resorts of the Mont Blanc region will be offering more than 120 events during the festive period. The programme includes illuminations, street shows, sports activities and, of course, Christmas parades and markets, in the heart of traditional villages and snow-covered landscapes… An exceptional and eclectic programme which should delight young and old and the many holidaymakers present during this festive period. Christmas in the Mont Blanc region is also an opportunity to discover or rediscover the traditions and stories of these 14 villages located at the foot of Europe’s highest peak, to share encounters with the men and women who live there and perpetuate their know-how, a time to simply experience magical moments with family and friends. More information (FR only)

 


January 2023


SATURDAY 7 – SUNDAY 8 JANUARY 2023: THE INTERNATIONAL MONTGOLFIADES

Benefiting from ideal aerological conditions, the resort of Praz-sur-Arly has become THE spot for mountain hot air ballooning in France. Hot air balloon flights are possible all year round thanks to the Alpes Montgolfière team. But, during one weekend, a real hot air ballooning festival awaits you in this small village! There will be many fun activities for the whole family (creative workshop on the theme of air, games, competitions).

 

29 JANUARY 2023:  11th PRAZ YOONER CHALLENGE (Cancelled, see revised programme below)

Come and discover the Yooner, with initiation and tests on Saturday and then challenge your friends and family to a race in the derby on Sunday. Strong sensations and lots of laughs are guaranteed! More information (FR only)

 

 


February 2023


DRAZ’S MARDI GRAS DAYS: TUESDAYS 14-21-28 FEBRUARY 2023: 
Every Tuesday during the February school holidays is devoted to children! Creative workshops, children’s show with Opoual, meetings with Praz-sur-Arly’s gentle dragon mascot, Draz. Lots of activities to create unforgettable memories of our resort.

 

PRAZ SNOW AND AIR DAYS: WEDNESDAYS 8-15-22 FEBRUARY 2023:
For just one day, leave aside your skis and discover other new snow sports:  fat bike, yooner, snooc for different fun sensations!

 


MONDAY 27 FEBRUARY – FRIDAY 3 MARCH 2023: MOUNTAIN PROFESSIONS WEEK

Come and learn about the mountain professionals who work in extreme conditions. Drivers of snow-grooming machines, ski patrol, ski-tow men… they’ll all be here to show you their jobs. More information (FR only)


March 2023


1 and 2 MARCH 2023: MATRA VTT SNOW CROSS TOUR

The Matra Snow Cross returns to Praz sur Arly for a new edition of this fun FAT-BIKE competition. The Matra Snow Cross is an e-FatBike (electric mountain bike) championship, which takes place in several stages. This unique competition is open to all: beginners, amateurs, sportsmen or experienced riders, and will allow you to test your limits on snowy circuits. Free inscription. More information (FR only)

   

SUNDAY 12 MARCH 2023: THE TOWN COUNCIL’S CUP (Cancelled due to bad weather forecast)

As is done every year, the people of Praz, permanent residents or visitors, young or old, are invited to ski a giant slalom race for the Town Council’s Cup, held either on the Thomas Fanara stadium or the Quezet piste (one run only). A friendly ski race, free of charge, with no sporting stakes, just for the pleasure of getting together at the end of the season. The ESF will propose a pro and non-pro ranking, men and women, by age category and a family ranking (1 child + 1 adult from the same family). Fancy dress is highly recommended and rewarded.  More info (FR only): https://www.mairie-prazsurarly.fr/actualites/journal-ligne/46e-coupe-conseil-12-mars

 

THURSDAY 16 MARCH 2023:  SNOW FOR REFUGEES

A day of discovery of snow sports for the refugees and migrants of Haute-Savoie. Praz sur Arly has a heart and all the actors are mobilized to offer an unforgettable day to its young refugees.

 

SUNDAY 2 APRIL 2023: THE VAL D’ARLY SMUGGLERS’ TRAIL (Cancelled)

On snowshoes or trekking skis, take part in an historic and fun mountain walk! Three different levels of trails are available so that all the family can participate together and then enjoy a Savoyard buffet at the end! More info: https://www.prazsurarly.com/en/18th-smugglers-trail-sunday-22-march-2020/

 


 

 

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Open every day from 9.00 am to 12.00 am and 2.00 pm to 6.00 pm