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The mountains for the contemplative hikers with an all-inclusive holiday, especially for hikers who want easy hiking, in the Aravis mountains.
The programme includes short half-day hikes on easy trails with little change in altitude. A holiday that lets you enjoy the benefits of the mountains at your own pace, discover the Bornandin heritage and take advantage of our wellness and relaxation area.
To complete your stay: moments of relaxation - free time and a little wine tasting.
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 L'Auberge Nordique.
Afternoon: discovery hike in the valley.
Evening: presentation of the holiday followed by a welcome drink.
Monday
Morning or afternoon: a half-day hike in the mountain pastures and a half-day at leisure.
Tuesday
Morning or afternoon: a half-day panoramic hike on Mont Blanc and a half-day at leisure.
Wednesday
Morning: morning at leisure. Market in Grand Bornand village.
Afternoon and evening: sunset and barbecue at "Lac de la Cour" - 1440 m
1h30 walk, altitude difference + 200 / - 200m
Thursday
Morning or afternoon: a half-day visit to the heritage centre with the spring and a half-day at leisure.
Friday
Morning or afternoon: half a day exploring the flora and fauna and half a day at leisure.
For your moments of relaxation, take advantage of the wellness area or the leisure activities on site, and discover the region as you please, at your own pace and with no restrictions. The golf course is less than 2 km from the Auberge Nordique. In the village of Grand-Bornand, you can take advantage of the swimming pool, archery, heritage centre and cable cars (access at an additional cost).
Saturday
Morning: Free morning, end of stay after lunch.
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Important information The programme is given for information only.
The Aravis region is full of trails, each more beautiful than the last. To vary the pleasures, the guides are free to use their imagination and suggest other itineraries. Situations beyond our control may also lead us to modify the day's itineraries and activities (weather, level of participants, group safety, etc.).
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.
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-ampulla plasters)
Book
Booking
Booking dates
- July
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from 14 July 2024 to20 July 2024Available799 € /pers (room of 2)7 days, 6 nightsselectfrom 28 July 2024 to 3 August 2024Available799 € /pers (room of 2)7 days, 6 nightsselect
- August
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from 18 August 2024 to24 August 2024Available799 € /pers (room of 2)7 days, 6 nightsselect