Agenda

Do you know what the forts of Esseillon and Baroque churches have in common? They all have something to impress, with their dominant positions, their architecture and their captivating stories.
Set out to conquer them and come back conquered!

Visit the “Ferme de l’Adroit” family farm and find out all about everyday life on this mountain farm that’s been in the same family for 3 generations. Come and discover life on the farm and meet men and women who are passionate about their work.

Take advantage of the evening light to discover the history of a mountain village that has transformed into a ski resort. Our heritage guide will share with you the stories and anecdotes of La Rosière.

Relive the fabulous history of Val d'Isère as you explore this mountain village that became a world-class ski resort. What an adventure!

Follow the guide through the streets to discover Pralognan-la-Vanoise, the cradle of mountaineering in Savoie, accompanied by original readings and local legends! A visit led by a guide from the Pays d'art et d'histoire with the FACIM Foundation.

With your guide, relive the epic development of hydroelectricity in the valley! You will discover why the village of Avrieux hosts several EDF power plants and you can even experience the principles of hydroelectricity!

Meet the alpine dairy farmers, find out about their daily life and their expert knowledge and passion for Beaufort cheese making.

A walk around the Petit St Bernard pass to learn about this important passageway, pastoral agriculture and the cattle that graze in the mountain pastures.

In the valley of Les Bauches, looking across to Mont Blanc, let us tell you about the life of the mountain farmers and the history of the mountain pastures.
Follow your guide!

Visit an old alpine hamlet and meet a shepherd and his flock.

In the valley of les Bauches, facing Mont Blanc, come and listen to the legends and tales of writers and mountaineers. Another way to discover mountain life while sampling some local alpine delicacies.

In the alpine pastures, come and listen to mountain stories, about mountain farming and journeys around Savoie. A moment of friendship and readings! This activity is led by a conference guide (Pays d'Art et d'Histoire des Hautes Vallées de Savoie).

Discovering the chapels in the villages of La Plagne-Tarentaise, an immersion in the everyday life of the mountain populations of the 17th & 18th centuries.
A visit led by a conference guide from the Pays d'Art et d'Histoire.

In the heart of an authentic mountain, meet the herdsmen and share their know-how. After the effort, the Beaufort (cheese).

Dong dong! Jeannette the cow tells you the secrets of good milk from her mountain pasture!

A mountain chapel on a panoramic plateau, in the heart of the village, awaits you: come and find out about the history of the famous "Madelon" festival and the expertise of artists from the Baroque period who created the small tabernacle and colourful statues!

At a time when the mountain is awakening, come and taste the life of the Alpine pastures and meet the farmers around a hearty breakfast at the Alpine chalet.

On the Chapendu mountain pasture, the shepherd finishes milking near the old restored chalet. Take the opportunity to taste the farmhouse tomme among the goats, in the land of marmots !