La Clusaz
A lively village, a valley to explore
Massif des Aravis
Département et Région : Haute-Savoie and Auvergne Rhône-Alpes (AURA)
Principal passes : col des Aravis
Étape sur Route des Grandes Alpes ® : du Grand-Bornand to Beaufort-sur-Doron
Stage on Route des Grandes Alpes ® Gravel : from Grand-Bornand to Flumet
Summary
- Bicycle loop suggestions
- Our major mountain passes
- Bicycle events
- Biking in La Clusaz
- Summer in La Clusaz
- Other seasons
- Other events
- Services
- Other events
- Testimonials
- FAQ
- Access
- Contacts
- Other villages and resorts near La Clusaz
Suggestions for cycling loops around La Clusaz
Our major mountain passes
Located at 1486m altitude, le Col des Aravis marks the border between Haute-Savoie and Savoie. From the summit, you can enjoy breathtaking views of the Aravis massif and Mont Blanc. Several restaurants await sports enthusiasts at the summit to have a great time, with breathtaking views!
The Col de la Croix Fry, which links La Clusaz to Manigod, also promises a great adventure.
Events around cycling
Le Bélier VTT : June 15 & 16, 2024.
A great sporting weekend in a friendly, authentic atmosphere. On the program: XC, randos and e-randos, a randuro, kids' races.
Enduro VTT series: September 21 & 22. This event is co-organized by MTB Events, Club des Sports de la Clusaz and Annecy Cyclisme Compétition.
Coming in winter
La Clusaz in winter promises a diverse range of activities: downhill skiing, ski touring, Nordic area to try your hand at cross-country skiing, or enjoy the snow-covered landscapes on a snowshoe walk at Col des Aravis. Wellness areas are available to relax after an active day. The many events organized throughout the winter season give rhythm to the winter season.
Other events
- Champ des platines: the musical culture is exported to the heights of La Clusaz for an end of day with music and good atmosphere.
- La Fête du Reblochon et de l'Artisanat: August 11, 2024. From the high mass in period costumes to the evening meal, the day is punctuated by a variety of craft and heritage events.
- La Clusaz Yoga Festival: July 4 to 7, 2024. For 3 days, the resort goes Zen with workshops and yoga sessions with teachers from around the world. To deepen your practice or discover new ones!
- Balade au Clair de Lune: when evening falls and the sky sparkles, the resort turns off all its lights to be illuminated only by candles. Street shows, concerts and artists enliven the evening.
Services
- Tourist office in the center of La Clusaz village
- Bus station at the entrance to the village
- 2 supermarkets: Carrefour and U Express
- Hotels, youth hostels, apartments and rental chalets
- Reservation center - La Clusaz Tour
- Electric charging stations: a total of 3 charging stations in the village accommodating 6 vehicles
Testimonials
"Superb pass that is quite simply part of the great Tour de Alpes. It was nice to ride during the week. Very pleasant. Superb views and nature." Silvia
"Visited at sunset, fantastic light and an atmosphere impossible to reproduce on photos! Superb scenery. Magnificent!" Ophelie Serrano
"Whether climbing by bike or hiking on foot it's a beautiful site, peaceful and majestic..." Arthur Maillard
"A magnificent place that is a must-see. Great restaurants to enhance your stopover..."
Eric Willemin
FAQ
* Can we buy cheese on our route?
Yes, 2 farms are on the road to Col des Aravis.
* What is the emblem of La Clusaz?
The ram
* Which emblematic mountain can be seen from the Col des Aravis?
Le Mont-Blanc
Access
SNCF train station and bus station :
- Annecy
- Cluses
Road access
- D909 from Annecy (A41).
- D12, then D909 from Bonneville (A40).
- D12 or D909 from Cluses (A40).
Contacts
Office de Tourisme La Clusaz
☎ 04 50 32 65 00 www.laclusaz.com
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