Les Carroz non ski activities
 

There is so much to do in Les Carroz even if you do not want to get carried away with the winter skiing or summer hiking. Besides the restaurants and bars, you can see and do so much. Our chalets are ideally situated close to the offices and bureaus to book these activities. Please read on to find out about these activities.

Art Galleries
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Try the Gallery Montmartre with its numerous exhibitions or the Gallery Arts which is a painting studio with an exhibition, tuition and sales.

Book and Video Library

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A lending library of videos, books, toys and games. A helpful team are ready to welcome you to a place associated with peace and quiet after an action packed day. More than 5000 items to suit all tastes are available. Why not borrow a video or video from us and enjoy an evening in with your friends and family.

Cinema Le Choucas

Two theatres in Les Carroz village - a different showing each day with regular films in English

Trip To Surrounding France
Annecy
Try a trip to the Annecy and visit one of the most beautiful lakes of Europe. With its lovely castle, canal walks, shops, restaurants and historic entertainment, this place is a must and only and forty five minutes away. Try a boat trip and why not have lunch or even a dinner dance on the luxury boat Le Libellule whilst enjoying the cruise.

Chamonix
Aiguille du Midi Cable Car (3842m)
One of the highest cable cars in the world, in two sections, it will take you on a spectacular aerial voyage, up to Aiguille du Midi surrounded by world-famous summits, forever linked with mountaineering firsts - you will be able to contemplate a unique panoramic view over the Mont Blanc and the Alps. The views are stunning. An experience of a lifetime which should not be missed !
Brevent (2525m)
The best views of the Mont Blanc massif are from the top of the Brevent cable ca


Mont Blanc Tramway

This railway is the highest in France. Throughout the voyage, peaks and valleys unfold for your delight - the Contamines valley, Aiguille du Gouter, Aiguilles Rouges, Aiguille du Midi.


Montenvers Railway

Explore the Mer de Glace in its wintery or summery finery at the foot of the Drus, la Verte and Les Grandes Jorasses peak. From the arrival station, you can visit the crystal gallery, the alpine fauna exhibition and the ice grotto.
Tour of Historic Chamonix
Chamonix has a rich and diverse architectural heritage. Key features of this tour, which can be booked at the Tourist Office include l'Eglise St Michel, la Marie and the Priory.

Evian les Bains

Where the water comes from, this is another excellent day out. It has an Olympic size swimming pool, children's and paddling pools, and one of the longest water slides in Europe. The brave can also do a high dive into Lake Geneva or learn to water ski.

Yvoire
Just along the lake from Evian is an impressive walled medieval town, well worth a visit.

Trip To Italy
Mont Blanc Tunnel (1 hour to Italy from Les Carroz)
Try a trip to the Aoste Valley Courmayeur, through the Mont Blanc tunnel. There are specific market days where you can pick up the local specialities at a very reasonable price.

Trip To Switzerland
Geneva
The world famous city with its landmark fountain on the Lake is only fifty minutes drive away. Plenty to see and do, with many museums, art galleries and fantastic shops and fascinating walks through the narrow streets of the old part of the city. Ferries across the lake are very popular.

Martigny
A popular daytrip is a scenic train ride over the border to Switzerland with the Mont Blanc Express from Chamonix to Martigny. This is just across the Swiss border past Chamonix is in the picturesque Rhone valley and has been built around Roman remains including a well preserved arena. It is well worth a visit to see the world famous Gianadda Foundation with its superb exhibitions which have included Van Gogh, Matisse, Picasso and Leonardo da Vinci. There is a permanent outdoor sculpture park in the beautiful grounds, with works by Rodin, Henry Moore and Miro, amongst others. There is also a magnificent collection of well preserved vintage cars and a permanent art collection.

 
     
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