La Clusaz (1100m) lies in the heart of the Aravis mountain range. It is a quaint Savoyard village surrounded by forests and fields where life goes by to the familiar sound of bells coming from the cattle. The region is also known for its cheeses and dairy products. La Clusaz is a resort which has evolved with time and is very well suited to the needs of modern tourism with many sports and activities to choose from.
Mountain walkers will find the resorts and its surroundings ideal, with a wide choice of marked footpaths and guided nature discovery tours... Visiting traditional farms is also a good way of getting to know the alpine life better. La Clusaz is well known for its church which was built in the typical Savoie style and appears on many postcards from the area. The market where all sorts of local products can be found is another interesting site in the resort.
The "Aravis Card", on sale at the Tourist Office and Sports Club, gives access to all these facilities.
Cinema, restaurants and shops...
USEFUL INFORMATION: The resort has all the required facilities for you to spend a great holiday: * Shuttle bus service operating from the nearesttrain station and throughout the resort. * Doctors and pharmacies. * Children's nurseries and clubs (2-15yrs). * Swimming pool and horse-riding centre. * Restaurants specialising in local cuisine... For further information, please contact the Tourist Office on 0033.4.50.32.65.00
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