{"id":8595,"date":"2026-03-30T09:57:10","date_gmt":"2026-03-30T07:57:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.gaisoleil.com\/les-contamines-in-summer\/"},"modified":"2026-04-24T14:31:49","modified_gmt":"2026-04-24T12:31:49","slug":"les-contamines-in-summer","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.gaisoleil.com\/en\/the-resort\/les-contamines-in-summer\/","title":{"rendered":"Les Contamines in summer"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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Experience the mountains differently, to the rhythm of fine weather<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

When the snow melts, Les Contamines-Montjoie reveals a completely different face. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Gentler, more open, deeply alive. Summer vacations in Haute-Savoie take on a special dimension here: that of a village that still breathes, where the mountains are shared unfiltered, between alpine pastures, forests and summits. We come for a weekend… and often, we extend it. A stay in Les Contamines in the Haute-Savoie in summer means rediscovering a form of simplicity: walking in the morning, taking time for lunch on the terrace, exploring again, then returning to the peace and quiet when the light becomes softer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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A lively resort, even in summer<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Contrary to popular belief, the resort doesn’t go to sleep once winter is over. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

On the practical side, everything is there: open shops, local market, bakeries, restaurants, equipment rental… The village retains a real sense of life, without ever becoming hectic. You’ll find what you need, but nothing superfluous. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Temperatures are ideal: between 20 and 28\u00b0C during the day in the valley, cooler at higher altitudes. Perfect for enjoying without suffering from the heat, especially on long walks. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\t\n\n\t\n\n

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What to do in summer <\/mark>in Les Contamines<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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It’s hard to get bored. Summer vacations in Les Contamines Montjoie can be adapted to suit all rhythms. <\/p>\n\n\n\n