Below are a few activities you may wish to participate in during your stay. We would be delighted to assist you if you require any further information!
Hiking
Suitable for all levels, explore the Mont Blanc countryside on its many footpaths crossing passes, meadows and glaciers.
Discover our region on your own or accompanied by a guide
Guides office : www.guides-mont-blanc.com
Mules are also available to accompany your hikes : www.lesanesmontagnards.com
Mont Blanc Tramway
Opened in 1909, the Mont Blanc tramway is one of the oldest ‘mechanical lifts’ in the valley and the highest rack and pinion train in France.
The Mont Blanc tramway weaves its way up to Bellevue, from where there is a unique and highly impressive view of the Aiguilles de Chamonix and the Dômes de Miage. Starting from Le Fayet, it ascends from 580m to 1800m.
Les Thermes
The Mont Blanc Baths, Saint-Gervais’ thermal spa invites you to a unique sensory experience. This two and a half hour session, based upon the properties of the thermal waters of Saint-Gervais is dedicated to fitness, health and well being and presents a unique opportunity to get back to basics!
Guests staying with us can enjoy special rates: – 10% for the Mont Blanc Baths session (except Happy Hour).
Let go and indulge yourself in the most relaxing way to get back in shape in a cosy and zen atmosphere.
Paragliding
Glide up to the sky!
Let yourself be carried away… and admire the amazing panorama of the Mont Blanc countryside
For information and reservations : www.air-stger.com
Swimming pool/ Skating rink
Near the gite you will find the skating rink and new swimming pool with water games and relaxation area.
Mountain Bikes and Scooters
You can rent mountain bikes and scooters on site
Scooters : www.facebook.com/pages/Tout-le-monde-en-trottinette
Mountain bike rental : www.vtt-saintgervais.com/#louez
Electric-mountain bike rental : www.mermoud-sports.com/ete.php
White Water
Premier white water sports and outdoor activities base in the Mont Blanc region.
Team of guides at your service since 1982.
Organisation specialising in white water sports and mountain activities.
Treetop Adventure Trail
Different routes are available according to individual ability, with the possibility of practising at the Saint Gervais thermal park : www.parcouraventure-stgervais.fr
Or at Contamines Montjoie : www.acrobatic-island.com
Fishing
There are many streams and mountain lakes near the gite to delight our fishermen friends!
Don’t forget your fishing licence!
The Compagnie du Mont Blanc
You can visit various exceptional sites such as the Mer de Glace, the Aiguille du Midi… In fact, the Montenvers rack and pinion train leaves from Chamonix and will take you effortlessly and totally safely in 20 minutes up to the base of the Mer de Glace, which lies at 1913m and is the largest glacier in France (7km long and 200m wide).
Merlet Park
Take a walk with the family or a relaxing hike for enthusiasts and discover more than 80 mountain animals in their natural habitat.
There are no cage bars in Merlet, so keep your distance and respect nature…