Savoie Mont Blanc, outdoor eldorado

Call of the wild

Let’s climb!

Ta via ferrata
With no fewer than 40 via ferrata and routes at every level, from beginner to expert, Savoie and Haute-Savoie are at the forefront of this sport in France.

Majestic mountaineering
With mont Blanc as its symbol, Savoie Mont Blanc has to be ideal terrain for mountaineering. The first ascent of the “roof of Europe”, in 1786, turned Chamonix into the world capital of mountaineering, but every one of Savoie and Haute-Savoie’s valleys share its passion for the sport. Guides, who have offices in every valley, are on hand to share the region’s unique mountaineering savoir-faire.


By paraglider
Paragliding began here, in Haute-Savoie, before spreading across France. With its often-perfect flying conditions, Savoie Mont Blanc is the ideal place to get a bird’s-eye view of the world.
Savoie Mont Blanc, birthplace of paraglidingAvailable all year round!
Which is the best season for paragliding? Every season! Spring and summer provide the best conditions for long flights, whereas in winter you can combine paragliding with skiing or snowboarding. Before getting there, treat yourself to an introductory flight with an expert instructor.


Mountain biking
Mountain biking can be enjoyed anywhere there’s rugged terrain. For cross-country or downhill, multi-day trips or bike-park sessions, a mountain bike is a must-have accessory for the summer.
Discover the different types of mountain bikingDirt scooter
Electric dirt scooters are stable, manoeuvrable and environmentally friendly machines that are fun to ride and a great way of exploring the countryside.


White water
Rafting, canoeing, kayaking, river boarding, etc. Refreshing thrills guaranteed in the rivers of Savoie and Haute-Savoie.
Whitewater sportsCanyoneering
Canyoneering, a combination of hiking, climbing and white-water swimming, lets you explore the most beautiful rivers.
