#Savoie #Chambéry
Winter sports; In the mountains; Among nature
Discover the mountain through various activities such as exhibitions, slide shows, and guided tours. Experts and enthusiasts provide insights into botany, forestry, geology, entomology, and local wildlife, offering a memorable natural history experience amidst the region’s breathtaking landscapes.
Enjoy the sunny weather while staying in Saint Sorlin d’Arves to explore the area’s rich heritage. Visit notable sites like the Pic de l’Etendard, Aiguilles d’Arves, and Aiguilles de l’Argentière, or admire the Nant Bramant Waterfall. Cultural attractions include the Museum of Local History and the Baroque Church of St Saturnin. For unique experiences, explore the local cheese manufacturer, the donkey farm, and St Sorlin’s Water Sports Centre. You can also visit the three lakes (Guichards, Potron, and Laitelet) and the lakes of the Croix de Fer Mountain Pass, or take an excursion to Turin.
The resort offers a range of attractions including the circuit of the five major Alpine passes (La Croix de Fer, le Glandon, le Télégraphe, le Galibier, le Lautaret) and the circuit of the three dams (Grand-Maison, Verney, Chambon). Enjoy Baroque trails, visit the Beaufort cheese manufacturer in the Arves Valley, and explore the Museum of Saint Sorlin d’Arves. For adventure enthusiasts, there are introductory sessions for paragliding or micro lighting, quad biking, donkey rides, and the Acro’Jump acrobatic forest park. Additional activities include horse riding and bowling.
Local events enhance the experience, with the Country Music Festival and village festival taking place in July, and the Transmaurienne-Sybelles, a long-distance mountain bike competition featuring entertainment and fireworks, held in August.