Gateway to the Vanoise National Park, surrounded by fir trees and facing Courchevel, CHAMPAGNY (1250m) has retained the warm atmosphere of a quaint Alpine village surrounded by old traditional mountain farms.
IN and AROUND CHAMPAGNY: The Vanoise National Park (one of the largest natural reserve regarding alpine wild life) is ideal for mountain walkers (with over 500 marked footpaths) and offers unforgettable views from the mountain tops (from 1250 to 3855m). There is even the possibility of staying in one of the 40 mountain refuges.
Come and see for yourself the many torrents, all pouring into the Doron de Bozel lake.
SPORT and LEISURE:
* Climbing/Mountaineering * Hangliding * White water sports (kayaking, rafting, canyoning) * Tennis * Rambling in the Vanoise National Park * Mountain biking.. . Arts and crafts workshops, cinema, nightclubs...
B>USEFUL INFORMATION: The resort has all the required facilities for you to spend a great holiday: * Shuttle bus service operating from the stati n and throughout the resort, * Doctors (nearest Pharmacies are in Bozel - 5km away - or Pralognan - 12km open every day -). * Mini clubs and clubsfor children aged between 2 and 12yrs. * Swimming pool. * Restaurants specialising in local cuisine... For further information, please c ntact the Tourist Office on 0033.4.79.55.06.55
The Savoie region is known as the rooftop of Europe. Its status as a mountain activity destination hides the multitude of treasures the area has to offer.
The flora and fauna of Savoie is varied and exceptional... From tiny paths to steep tracks, discover the Alpine peaks, the gastronomy, small villages with a colourful past and most importantly recharge your batteries, take a deep breath and fill your lungs with fresh revitalising and pure air.
Land of gourmets and culinary arts, with 340 sorts of cheese and 450 quality wines...Be a guest to France's finest table. From the North to the South, the country takes pride in its writers & poets, its world famous castles, churches, cathedrals and museums, all of which worked their magic, attracting holiday-makers from all around the globe. France boasts some of the most magnificent and diverse landscapes which influenced and became models for paintings by impressionist and surrealist masters, arousing the curiosity of people who came to see with their own eyes what it was all about...
Whether you enjoy sports, both on land or at sea, or you have a liking for remains of the Past, or if you are simply a nature lover, France will welcome you with open arms. People from all regions, towns and villages are expecting you and may even tempt you to take up residence in a country where the living is easy.
A word of advice from Lagrange : French roads are excellent, but not free, so keep money handy.