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During these gentle and varied sessions, often on the floor, you will gradually regain your natural flexibility by freeing yourself from the tensions accumulated over the years and from the stress of contemporary life.
Through playful and progressive movements, you will discover how to eliminate unnecessary effort from your daily routine, so that you can have more pleasure in walking and take life in stride.
In your free time, enjoy half-day hikes or take a break in the wellness area. Massages are available on request (extra charge).
Included
Wellness & spa
Full board catering
Supervision of guides
Shuttle
Evening events
Equipment for the activity
Level
Age
From 16 years old
Program
Sunday
Morning: welcome and lunch at the Auberge Nordique.
Afternoon: discovery hike in the Bouchet Valley.
Evening: presentation of the stay followed by a welcome drink.
Monday : Feldenkrais session (2h - 2h30) + hike in the mountain pastures in the afternoon.
2h30 to 3h of hiking, average difference in altitude of + 200 to 450m / - 200 to 450m
Tuesday: Feldenkrais session (2h - 2h30) + afternoon hike in the forest.
2h30 to 3h hiking, average difference in altitude from +200 to 450m / -200 to 450m
Wednesday: free morning. Market in Grand Bornand village.
Afternoon and evening: Feldenkrais session (2h - 2h30) and sunset evening at "Lac de la Cour" - 1440 m
Thursday: hike with picnic. Return in the early afternoon for a Feldenkrais session (2h).
Friday: Feldenkrais session (2h - 2h30) + panoramic walk in the afternoon.
2h30 to 3h hiking, average difference in altitude of + 200 to 450m / - 200 to 450m
Saturday: free morning, end of the stay after lunch.
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Important : The programme is given as an indication.
The Aravis region is full of trails, each one more beautiful than the next. In order to vary the pleasures, the guides are free to use their imagination and to propose other itineraries! Situations beyond our control may also lead us to modify the itineraries and activities of the day (weather, level of participants, group safety...).
Important
L'Auberge Nordique has several minibuses at its disposal to get to the starting point of the hikes, but some trips can be made with the participants' cars.
Level of participants: our guides are the best judges of the level of participants. If a participant does not meet the specified level criteria, he or she may be offered a more suitable course! The Auberge Nordique cannot be held responsible for any lack of level observed during the stay.
In the mountains, temperature differences can be significant if the wind picks up or if there is a thunderstorm. It is better to bring warm and waterproof clothes even in summer.
The price includes :
o Full board accommodation from Sunday for lunch to Saturday after lunch. Coffee at lunchtime and wine at the table included.
o Supervision by instructors and guides in the chosen activities, from Sunday afternoon to Friday evening according to the programmes.
o Access to the wellness area and fitness area from 18 years old.
o Entertainment on certain evenings.
o Shuttle service "Village - Auberge Nordique" during the summer season.
o Bed linen and towels.
The price does not include :
o The membership card to the association of 6€ (compulsory).
o Tourist tax of 0,80€ per night and per adult over 18 years old (rate 2024).
o Drinks and extras.
o Transport from your place of residence
Accomodation
More about ...
The Auberge Nordique
The Auberge Nordique, located in the Aravis mountains in the resort of Le Grand-Bornand, is a premium holiday village.
We offer all-inclusive holidays to suit all tastes and levels.
Full board, don't worry about anything, we organise your holiday!
Take advantage of professional quality supervision, tasty local cuisine, quality accommodation to enjoy sporting moments and moments of relaxation and well-being.
Friendliness, sharing and environmental and territorial commitments are our watchwords.
Confort or Premium ?
Our rooms
Have you chosen an activity? Now choose your room to make the most of your full-board stay in the mountains!
Our century-old chalet, typical of Le Grand-Bornand, has been completely renovated and we now offer top of the range rooms. Choose between Comfort and Premium roomq.
Alone? You can also choose to share your room to reduce costs, just like in a real Auberge!
Would you like to visit the hostel?
This way to the virtual visit!
Equipement
For hikes :
o Cap or hat.
o Pair of gloves.
o Trousers, shorts, t-shirts.
o Walking socks.
o Waterproof or windproof Goretex raincoat + fleece jacket or heavy jumper.
o Hiking shoes with treaded soles.
o Valid identity card or passport.
o Medium backpack (about 30 litres) for the day's belongings and picnic. About 20 litres for half day hike.
o Large plastic bag or 1 overbag to protect your backpack.
o The Auberge Nordique does not put plastic bottles in the picnic baskets! Bring a water bottle or a container for the hikes (1,5L minimum).
o Pocket knife, cup and reusable cutlery for picnics.
o A pair of very protective sunglasses (CE 3 or 4 index essential).
o Tube of sun cream and 1 lip stick, with a high sun protection factor.
o Camera and binoculars (optional).
o Pair of walking sticks (optional).
For the week :
o A change of clothes.
o Indoor shoes or a pair of slippers.
o Swimsuit and extra towel to access the wellness area or to go to the village swimming pool (possibility to rent at L'Auberge Nordique).
Pharmacy :
o Your usual medicines.
o Painkillers, preferably paracetamol.
o Adhesive or elastic bandages (Elastoplast type, 6cm wide).
o Sets of adhesive bandages and disinfectant pads.
o Double skin (anti-blister plasters)
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