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Between the classic hike and the trail, discover a new way of hiking!
A light backpack for a dynamic hike in a small group, fast but without running.
The advantages of this trip: very beautiful hikes with beautiful summits, big loops, an introduction to fast-hiking and technical tips to help you progress.
Not forgetting that you can take advantage of some free time to rest and relax in the wellness area or at the Grand-Bornand swimming pool!
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: introduction hike in the "Bouchet Valley".
Evening : pof the stay followed by a welcome drink.
Monday: towards the Col de la Colombière, in the heart of the Bargy-Jalouvre massif, in the territory of the ibex and the bearded vulture!
The first hike will take you to "Combe sauvage", "Jalouvre", "Grand Bargy" or why not the "Traversée de la pointe de l'Almet"?
5h to 7h walk, altitude difference + 750 to 1200 m depending on the itinerary.
Tuesday : Fast-Hiking day
Leaving from the Confins valley, a great Aravis classic, including the "Trou de la mouche", the "Porte des Aravis" and the "Pointe de Tardevant", which offer magnificent panoramic views of Mont Blanc.
4h to 5h walk, altitude difference + 900 to 1100 m depending on the itinerary.
Wednesday: free morning. Market in Grand Bornand village.
Afternoon and evening: sunset and barbecue at "Lac de la Cour" - 1440 m - Return by night possible
2h30 walk, altitude difference + 400m
Thursday: heading for a beautiful summit in the southern Aravis mountains - the "Tournette" or the "Charvin"
A good climb with a panoramic view of Mont Blanc as a reward. Unless your guide prefers to show you another mountain, close to the Aravis!
5h to 7h walk, altitude difference + 1000 to 1400m depending on the itinerary.
Friday: from the col des Annes "the great eastern crossing of the Aravis" over the day, up to the alpine pastures of Romme (+ 1400m) or the great loop of the "Tour de la pointe Percée" (1750m)
5h to 7h walk, depending on the route
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. 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...).
Please note that on some days, the departure may be a little earlier and not suitable for people who have a child of their own.
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 Goretex windbreaker + fleece jacket.
o Hiking shoes, mountain trail type with notched soles.
o Valid identity card or passport.
o Small backpack and water bottle holder.
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 Pair of walking sticks (optional).
o Personal energy snacks.
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)
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