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Winter activities in Les Contamines-Montjoie<\/h1>\n<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t
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Experience the resort in winter: 1001 unforgettable activities <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

You could sum it up as skiing… but that would be missing the point. If you’re wondering what to do in Les Contamines-Montjoie in winter, the answer is simple: follow the Aubergistes Lyonnais mini guide! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It’s one of those rare resorts that’s almost more famous in summer than in winter, with the Tour du Mont Blanc and the famous UTMB. But winter also has its share of pleasant surprises. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Downhill skiing, of course<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Let’s not beat around the bush: skiing in Les Contamines Montjoie is really enjoyable. There’s not a lot of waiting around, the slopes are varied, and above all, there’s a feeling of space that’s been lost elsewhere. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The area around Nivorin and the village center is perfect for learning at your leisure. Otherwise, the area offers a wide variety of pleasant red runs. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you’re looking for ski lessons in Les Contamines Montjoie, we advise you to book in advance during the school vacations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  • ESF Les Contamines<\/strong> (French Ski School)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

    +33 4 50 47 01 82Group and private lessons, children and adults<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    • ESI (International Ski School)<\/strong>Smaller groups, more personalized approach<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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      Nordic skiing: the luxury of silence<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

      This is one of the village’s strong points. The Nordic ski area is located in the valley, at the bottom of Les Contamines, towards Notre-Dame de la Gorge. There’s plenty to see (especially if you’re an early riser: magnificent light and total silence)! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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      • About 25 km of trails<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Classics and skating<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Incredible setting, between river and forest<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Access: Le Pontet \/ La Gorge area<\/li>\n\n\n\n
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        Snowshoeing & hiking: a different way to enjoy the mountains<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

        Snowshoe trekking is probably what we recommend most to those who don’t ski… or who want a change.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

        Here are a few concrete ideas:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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        • Groomed paths along the Bon Nant river<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        • Guided outings<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

          Allow \u20ac10-15\/day for equipment hire.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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          Sled dogs & Nordic experiences<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

          Yes, it’s a bit postcard-like… but it always works.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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          • Driving a carriage (more sporty)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

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            • All shops open in season<\/span><\/li>\n
            • Equipment rental in the village<\/span><\/li>\n
            • Free shuttles between sectors<\/span><\/li>\n
            • Temperatures: often between -5 and +5\u00b0C<\/span><\/li>\n
            • Remember to book : <\/span>ski lessons, <\/span>certain activities (especially dog sledding)<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/section>\n\n\n\n<\/section>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"parent":8619,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"inline_featured_image":false,"footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-8483","page","type-page","status-publish","hentry"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"\nContamines-Montjoie, what are the winter activities?<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"In addition to skiing, Les Contamines-Montjoie offers a wide range of winter activities: snowshoeing, cross-country skiing, tobogganing, ice skating... 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