Welcome to Savoie and Haute-Savoie within french alps
XXL Nature
The highest mountain in Europe not only dwarfs the Savoie
and Haute-Savoie but also joins them together. It is visible
from all around, a flawless focal point surrounded by
spectacular natural landscapes. Since 1963, when the Vanoise
national park was set up, a number of other protected spaces
have brought further splendour to the environment: notably the
Bauges and Chartreuse regional natural parks and another
fifteen or so nature reserves. You will be impressed by the
abundance of wild flora and fauna.
There are four major alpine lakes, ancient traces left behind
by the glaciers, which offer a whole range of opportunities
for people to enjoy the pleasures of water. Each of the
Lakes Geneva, Annecy, Le Bourget and Aiguebelette have their
own distinctive character, their own “must see” and their own
secrets to discover. Then there are the lakes’ typical
activities – the cruise boats on one, fishing on another,
rowing on the other, and finally sailing on the waters of the
other… And all of them are great for swimming in! Beaches,
relaxation and picnics are on the menu.
Whether ground-based, in the air or on the water, in Savoie
Mont Blanc outdoor activities really come into their own …
Sen-sa-tion-al ! Experience the feeling of soaring 4000m high
in the air under a wing that just keeps climbing, or enjoy a
vertical walk along a “via ferrata” trail, skim through the
water as if by magic, withstand being tossed around on a raft
by the rapids… here you’re guaranteed the full range of emotions!
The châteaux of Clermont, Menthon, Ripaille, Les Ducs, Miolans,
Thomas II… share their age-old stories. You will meet
François de Sales or the Marquis de Sade, the princes from
the House of Savoy or Cavour… The ancient walls have ears
and lots of memories too : before 1860, Savoie was an
independent kingdom.
Obviously there’s fondue, tartiflette, dried meats and a drop
of dry white wine to be enjoyed in an old chalet setting !
Traditional cheese-based meals certainly keep Savoie’s customs
alive. Today, Savoie Mont Blanc offers an impressive
concentration of excellent lakeside or mountain restaurants
as well as every type of first class accommodation. Chignin
Bergeron, white Mondeuse or Persan, Savoie’s wines are
award-winning and much appreciated.
The number one destination in the world for its winter sports,
this is definitely the best mountain ski destination ! The
proof lies in its extensive ski areas, the hundreds of kilometres
of marked ski slopes, the elevations that are a gift from nature…
The most difficult decision - how to choose from Savoie and
Haute-Savoie’s 110 ski resorts. The most intriguing –
learning the more recent sliding sports, such as snowboarding,
snow-shoeing, Nordic skiing etc.
Savoie Mont Blanc Destination
Tourist offices
Ski resorts
![The Sources de l'Arc [Arc River Springs] in Vanoise National Park © Savoie Mont Blanc / Smit](/var/smb/storage/images/media/images/les-sources-de-l-arc-dans-le-parc-national-de-la-vanoise/8148-2-fre-FR/Les-sources-de-l-Arc-dans-le-Parc-National-de-la-Vanoise_image_webzine_format2.jpg "The Sources de l'Arc [Arc River Springs] in Vanoise National Park © Savoie Mont Blanc / Smit")
![The Cascade du Rouget [Rouget Waterfall] in the Sixt-Fer-à-Cheval Nature Reserve © ©Savoie Mont Blanc / Lansard](/var/smb/storage/images/media/images/cascade-du-rouget-dans-la-reserve-naturelle-de-sixt-fer-a-cheval/26315-11-eng-GB/The-Cascade-du-Rouget-Rouget-Waterfall-in-the-Sixt-Fer-a-Cheval-Nature-Reserve_hover_sejour_menu.jpg "The Cascade du Rouget [Rouget Waterfall] in the Sixt-Fer-à-Cheval Nature Reserve © ©Savoie Mont Blanc / Lansard")
Cost of a local call
