Autumn in La Clusaz

Practical Information

Tourist Office Hours

From 09/23 to 10/18/2024:
Open daily from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. and from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m.

Hameau des Alpes : 04 50 66 94 34
A fun, modern museographic space on the themes of Reblochon cheese, the history of the resort and the evolution of skiing, in the heart of a heritage site featuring a traditional chalet, old granaries, a communal oven and an old sawmill.
From September 23 to October 6: Wednesday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m.
Exceptionally closed on Friday, October 4, from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m.
From October 7 to October 18: closed.

Distillerie des Aravis : 04 50 02 63 80
Store open Tuesday to Saturday, 10am to 12pm and 2pm to 6pm.
Visits subject to payment on Thursday, Friday and Saturday by reservation at https://distilleriearavis.fr/

Bridge club : 06 66 42 24 88
Tournaments every Monday and Thursday at 4:15 p.m. at the Edelweiss Hall (15 Route de l’Etale).
Please arrive directly at the venue.

Library: 04 50 02 41 01
On Monday from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., on Wednesday and Saturday from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.

Bowling : 07 83 03 52 56
Every day from 4 p.m. to 1 a.m.

outdoor activities

Hiking:
Many options available. Information at the Tourist Office.

• A comprehensive map of walking trails is available for €5, and the thematic guidebook “Family Walks” is available for €3 at the Tourist Office.
• The geo-guidance app Virées en Aravis, available for free on the Apple Store and Google Store, includes some of the summer hikes.
• Guided hikes are available upon request. For more information, contact the Guide Office (Fred Bourdat: +33 6 75 75 90 19).

Via Ferrata, Yves Pollet Villard:
Free access, weather permitting.
For equipment rental, as the shops in La Clusaz are closed, you can check in St Jean de Sixt: St Jean Sport: +33 4 50 02 30 89/ Contat Sport: +33 4 50 02 24 52
or in Thônes: Versant Nord: +33 4 50 32 10 02
Guided sessions are available with the Guide Office (Fred De Wargny: +33 6 14 11 58 68).

Rock Climbing:
The Aravis climbing school cliff in La Clusaz and various sites around the Aravis are freely accessible depending on snow conditions. A climbing guidebook is available for consultation at the Tourist Office and for purchase at Maison de la Presse (Impasse du Mini-Golf).
Guided sessions are available with the Guide Office (Fred De Wargny: +33 6 14 11 58 68).

Canyoning:

Guide Office: (+33 4 50 63 35 99 or Fred De Wargny: +33 6 14 11 58 68).
Allow 45 minutes for travel to Angon and 1 hour for Montmin.

Evolution 2: +33 4 50 02 81 29 or laclusaz@evolution2.com (depending on guide availability).

Mountain Biking Lessons/Outings:

Alpes Aventures School: +33 4 58 23 10 00.
Electric mountain bike rentals for adults and juniors (preferably by reservation).
Guided outings or private lessons with an instructor available.

Evolution 2: +33 4 50 02 81 29 or laclusaz@evolution2.com.
Private lessons for children or guided outings on request. Cross-country only.

Cross-country Mountain Bike Rentals:

Alpes Aventures School: +33 4 58 23 10 00.
Open Wednesday to Sunday from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. and 2 p.m. to 6 p.m.

Cycling (Road Bike):
Numerous nearby mountain passes and routes. Free map or detailed guide of regional circuits available for €5 at the Tourist Office.

Golf des Confins: +33 6 37 48 35 99
Open weekends only from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
2×6 hole course, driving range, putting green, lessons, equipment rental, etc.

Aravis Equitation Riding Center: +33 6 71 56 62 53
Open year-round. Pony/horse rides and riding lessons available upon registration via SMS.

Pony and Donkey Rides, Les Galopins: +33 6 21 25 51 14
Open Saturdays and Sundays from 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Pony and donkey rentals on the beautiful Confins Plateau.
Children aged 2 years and up to 50 kg can ride the animals, which are led by their parents.
Expect safety, a warm welcome, and the discovery of exceptional natural spaces.
Closed in case of heavy rain to allow the animals to rest.

Paragliding:

S’En Ciel: Tanya +33 6 11 82 72 05 or Fred +33 6 60 55 33 57
Available year-round on request.
Book via SMS or email at sencielparapente.laclusaz@gmail.com.

Aravis Parapente: +33 6 88 07 04 72
Open year-round on request.

NATURAL SITES TO VISIT

Hameau des Confins (5 km above La Clusaz): Lake, old chalets, walking trails, and beautiful scenery.

Col des Aravis (7 km above La Clusaz): Panoramic view of Mont Blanc on clear days, souvenir shops, restaurants, and hiking paths.

Plateau de Beauregard: A plateau at 1600 meters altitude with hiking trails and stunning views of the Aravis mountain range. Access from La Croix Fry (7 km away), then continue on foot to reach the plateau.

spas, massages & well-being

Cabinet de kiné / ostéopathie : +33 4 50 02 51 78
Wellness massages available year-round, by reservation.

Institut by Lucie : +33 6 95 13 11 89
Offers beauty treatments: facials, body treatments, waxing, makeup, massages, manicures, pedicures, and men’s grooming services. Open year-round from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. and from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m.

Alpine Institut : +33 4 50 02 57 10
Facials, body treatments, waxing, and makeup services. Available year-round by reservation.

Maison Hälsa : +33 6 75 38 87 82
Facial, cranial, and foot reflexology sessions for complete relaxation.
Energy treatments based on the principles of Traditional Chinese Medicine.
Sessions available year-round by appointment.

EVENTS

Weekly Market: Every Monday morning, year-round.

Tiers Lieu “Le Bouillon”:
Various activities (Qi Gong, sewing, reflexology, game nights, etc.) throughout the year.
Program available at the Tourist Office. For information and registration, visit jeparticipe.laclusaz.org.

Treasure Hunt Joxo and La Corne d’Or:
Materials available at the Tourist Office reception, free of charge.

Open restaurants

Village center :

• Le Bistro: +33 4 50 02 64 37, open daily for lunch and dinner.
• La Ferme: +33 4 50 02 50 50, open daily for lunch and dinner until September 26.
• Le Bistro Les 2 Mules (top of the village – Bossonnet): +33 4 50 10 47 81, open until September 29: Lunch service (Sundays only) from 11:45 a.m. to 2 p.m. Dinner service (daily) from 6:45 p.m. to 10 p.m.
• L’Ecuelle: +33 4 50 23 67 91, open from Friday to Tuesday evening.
• Le Bal: +33 4 50 01 06 73, open daily from 3:30 p.m. to 1 a.m.
• La Scierie: +33 4 50 63 34 68, open Tuesday to Thursday (dinner service). Hours for October to be announced.
• Sushi Fumi: +33 4 50 01 72 13, open Wednesday to Saturday for lunch and dinner, Sunday for dinner only.
• Bistro, Vélo & Co: +33 4 58 23 10 00, open Wednesday to Sunday for lunch and afternoon tea.
• La Terrasse Gourmande: +33 4 50 44 29 96, open for lunch daily.
• Le Grenier: +33 4 50 19 28 73, open Wednesday to Sunday from 5 p.m. to 1 a.m.

The information above has been collected from service providers and tourist sites as of a specific date. The Tourist Office cannot be held responsible for any changes and encourages you to contact the providers or sites directly for final confirmation.