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VANOISE NATIONAL PARK The Vanoise National Park, the first to be created in France, is a protected natural reserve, accessible to all. 1 - the Central zone, privileged with a higher level of protection, it is subjected to more stringent regulations. 2 - the Peripheral zone covers 28 districts. The park contributes to the local tourist, economic and cultural development, while encouraging the respect of the area’s natural heritage. The five natural reserves bordering the Vanoise National Park’s Central zone shelter and protect the most emblematic species. Four of them are run by the Vanoise National Park: - Tignes-Champagny in Tignes-et-Champagny-en-Vanoise - The Bailletaz in Val d'Isère - The Grande Sassière in Tignes - The Plan de Tuéda in Allues. |
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WINTER The Albertville Olympic Games, remember ? It was in 1992. PRALOGNAN-LA-VANOISE was participating and since then has an important sports and leisure complex including : - An olympic swimming pool, with curling - An indoor and outdoor swimming pool with a slide - A relaxation area (sauna, hammam, jacuzzi) - A climbing wall - A bar-bowling, pool and electronic games, etc… A musher comes twice a week with his own dog-sled and dogs, for a dog sled riding initiation course. An invitation to escape |
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Ski School
 More informationThe French Pralognan Ski School of la Vanoise counts 70 instructors. 4 of which are specialized in cross-country skiing. Children as young as 4 years old are welcome. Making reservations for ski lessons is strongly recommended during the holiday season. Cross-Country Skiing, Snowshoeing, Dog Sled Riding More informationPralognan la Vanoise is the fourth most important site in Savoie. You will find 26 km of designated trails in the forest and on he Pralognan plateau. These slopes mostly double as hiking trails and are can be used for snowshoeing. An access badge is required for these trails and can be purchased at the Cross Country Ski Foyer. Cross Country Skiing More informationPralognan la Vanoise is one of the most beautiful site in France for cross-country skiing. Those wishing to learn the basics or improve their skills can ask the help of our professional guides who possess perfect knowledge of the mountain. Other Winter Activities More information --> View piste mapWe offer skating, curling, a climbing wall, a swimming pool, a sauna-hammam-jacuzzi, an aqua gym, a bowling bar, and an entertaining room. You can also go sledding, make snowmen, visit the village and its surrounding areas, learn about our history through conferences and slide presentations, learn about our cultural heritage, go to the movies, use the chairlift, and much more. >>> Plan of the skiing tracks <<< The Race of the Century Every year during Easter, there is a festival which takes places from the village to the tip of La Vanoise dedicated to snowshoeing and cross country skiing in ancient costumes or modern-day clothing. Guaranteed fun! Winter Festivities Every January, our French cousins from Quebec share their music with the “Déferlantes Francophones” Winter Festival. Ski Equipment Rental Stores such as Twinner, Intersport, and Alpigliss that specialize in ski equipment rental at reasonable prices are located in the heart of the village. |
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 OUR ASSETS : Priority to Families, Children reception :1 – the Pralognan La Vanoise ski domain enables the families to practice skiing alongside their children on adapted ski trails, in total security, 2 – We are trying to teach skiing in a playful way, starting with 4 years old children, in our Snow Kindergarden made of 2 adapted structures (treadmill, snow thread, modular structures) including ONE located in front of THE CHALET DU DOME DES SONNAILLES, 3 – The Ice Garden, a protected space dedicated to children inside the skating ring, 4 – A Sledge area is also set at the heart of the ski resort, 5 – Entertainment is provided throughout the winter season : children shows, tales, puppet shows, wooden toys, for children from age 3 to 12, 6 – In the village center, the Town Hall hosts a kid’s club for children from age 18 months to 6 years, proposing indoor activities (theatre, puppets, games) as well as outdoor activities (sledge, snowmen), 7 – The pralokid, in the village center, welcomes children from age 6 to 12, 8 – Aquagym pratice is available to mothers, 9 – We are trying to give the best welcome to families and children in accommodations as well as in restaurant areas. |
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SUMMERTIME Nature Surrounds You With its Marvels OUR ASSETS : PRIORITY TO FAMILIES, CHILDREN RECEPTION 1 – In the heart of the village, « Pralokid » welcomes children from 6 to 12 years old, and the kids club children from 18 months to 6 years old, 2 – The Ice garden, protected playground reserved to children inside the Olympic skating ring, 3 – 5 minutes from the CHALET LE DOME DES SONNAILLES, the leisure complex offers inflatable games, trampolines, mini-golf, etc… 4 – The Squirrel Course : a walk among trees and rocks, 10 minutes from the chalet, welcomes the whole family, 5 – Guided activities such as the tree ropes course , and the « ouistiti run » (mini via-Ferrata) are also offered, 6 – The sport complex comprises an olympic skating ring, an outdoor swimming pool with it’s grass beach, an indoor swimming pool with a slide, a relaxation area (sauna, hammam, jacuzzi), 7 – Tennis, horse-riding and poney, with a qualified instructor, can be practised at the Ancolie Ranch, 8 – The Mountain Guide Office organizes various accompanied themed activities : glaciers, the water cycle, wild plants and their uses, mountain wildlife : chamois, ibex, etc… La Vanoise, a natural park with wonderful sightseeing is a great place to discover your true nature. With great air and magnificent space, it is truly breathtaking. Everyone can find hat they are looking for here. The mountain offers many hidden pleasures for you to discover. Hiking  More informationPralognan-la-Vanoise is the premier hiking destination in Savoie. Its trails are the most sought-after in Savoie (especially the GR5 and 55) and the “Refuges” are equally popular (Refuge of the “Col de la Vanoise” also called "Félix Faure", Refuge of Péclet-Polset, etc…) You can also experience walking on glaciers while enjoying the beautiful scenery of the Dôme of Polset (3 501 m), of the Col de la Grande Casse (3 100 m), of the Dôme de Chasseforêt (3 586 m). Weekly group expeditions are available (maximum of 6 people per guide) or in private sessions. For more technical climbers we have glacier hikes with some peaks nearing 40°. There also roped climbing parties of 1 to 3 people per guide. Here are the best picks from the guide bureau: le Grand Bec, la Grande Glière, le Mont-Pourri, la Grande Casse, Premier 4000, le Grand Paradis, le Mont-Blanc, and all of the most beautifully mountain tops of the Alps. Rock Climbing More informationPralognan-la-Vanoise is located at the foot of the highest summits of Savoie. Therefore there are a number of climbing destinations for all tastes. Pralognan-la-Vanoise is also a historic climbing site: Mathews and Croz first succeeded to climb la Grande Casse in 1860, l’Aiguille de Mey was conquered in 1898, and the first expedition up Aiguille de la Vanoise took place in 1901. All climbers can live out their passions here. The Via Ferreta More informationPralognan-la-Vanoise has one of the most beautiful via ferrata in France that follows its course along the waterfall of la Fraîche in a unique and magnificent setting. There are many different ways to enjoy the route; one of them offers the exciting possibility to cross right above the waterfall, which is a guaranteed thrill. Access is free, but we encourage you to consult our guides. Taking a Tour of the La Vanoise Glaciers More informationOne of the most beautiful walking paths of the Alps located in the heart of La Vanoise; we offer 72km reserved for runners used to mountain trails. Every Year in July: Le forum du Goût et des Traditions Culinaires More informationOrganized by the Academy since 2005, the annual Forum du Goût et des Traditions Culinaires contest is held in Pralognan-la-Vanoise. It offers a diverse program. The Academy of Tastes and Culinary Traditions in Tarentaise is the keeper of local gastronomy. Open to all, the contest requires the participation of the municipalities of Tarentaise. The originality is in the composition of the competing teams: an older person teams up with a young amateur in the art of cooking. |
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| Others Activities More information We offer a wide range of activities including : Mountain biking, trout fishing, horse riding, artificial rock climbing famous in the Vanoise area, mini golf, archery, bowling and relaxation area (sauna, Hammam, swimming pool, bar, bowling etc...).. Also parapente, tennis, Via Ferrata... For children
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