Summer Alps Holiday

Acitivity, activity, activity that's the main pull to the mountains in the summer so if you or your friends enjoy outdoor activities such as walking or mountain biking, have kids who want to try different acitivities or are simply bored with beach holidays then you should take a look at what the mountains have to offer the family in the summer.

A host of activities for everyone

The main pull to the mountains in the summer is the wide range of sporting activities on offer, from golf, tennis and swimming (open water and pool) to more energetic activities such as white-water rafting, paragliding, mountain biking and of course hiking and climbing, tennis and adventure parks to mention just a few. And of course there is the unique zip-wire ride The Fantasticable which zooms you across the valley at up to 100km per hour giving you a birds eye (literally) view of the Plaine Dranse area.

Peace and Quiet

However if all you want is some peace and quiet with time to enjoy the beauty and stunning scenery of the alps in the summer, then you will be glad to hear that the ski lifts are open during the summer months. You can  take to the high pastures with stunning views across the Rhone valley or simply along the Abondance valley, enjoy the wild flowers and listen to the sound of cow bells; anyone capable of taking a 2 hour stroll can experience the beauty of the wonderful environment.

Places to visit

The Portes du Soleil, and in particular the Abondance valley, is one of unspoilt beauty, encompassing both French & Swiss villages tucked away in the mountains, with a nature reserve at it's heart and and Europe's largest lake at it's feet. The valley offers some of the best walking and mountain biking in Europe, catering for all levels of experience. It also offers many other activities to try:

For those who are happy to adventure out of the valley then there are even more possibilities to investigate such as lake Geneva itself , Chamonix and Mont Blanc and Italy. Click here to read more about these other areas.

Whether you are looking for an action packed few days, entertainment for the children or just some R&R in the fresh clean air, this valley has plenty to offer. Contact us for more information of summer holidays in the Alps.