Top 5 Summer Activities in Valfréjus Thrills and Nature in the Mountains
Hiking up to 3,000 meters
Get away from it all with a hike to Mount ThaborAbove Valfréjus, Mont Thabor rises to over 3,000 meters and is accessible to everyone in the summer, provided you are a good hiker. This exceptional hike (quite long but not difficult, except for snowfields early in the season) can start directly from the heart of the resort or from the hamlet of Le Lavoir (accessible via a road).
- A legendary peak over 3,000 meters high
- High-mountain atmosphere
- Route along the border between the Hautes-Alpes and Italy
- From the summit, a view of the Grandes Jorasses, the Matterhorn, the Grande Casse, and Mount Viso
- This can be done in 2 days, including an overnight stay at the Thabor mountain hut (reservations are strongly recommended)
Push yourself to the limit on the Grand Vallon via ferrata
Walking on rungs in a mountain stream gorgeLooking for a thrill? Try the Grand Vallon via ferrata, the perfect blend of hiking and rock climbing. Equipped with a harness, helmet, and lanyard, you’ll make your way safely along a cable anchored to the rock face. On the agenda: metal rungs, ladders, footbridges, and even a rope bridge, all set against a spectacular natural backdrop with the rushing stream right beneath your feet!
- Fear of heights + pushing boundaries
- Free access with your own equipment (we recommend being accompanied by a professional to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience)
Find out more about the Grand Vallon via ferrata
Want even more? Discover all the via ferrata routes in Haute Maurienne Vanoise
Soar through the air on a tandem zipline ride
Just a 5-minute walk from the station, the Vallée des Tyroliennes takes you soaring over the Charmaix River for an unforgettable experience. These are tandem zip lines with two parallel cables: you each start on your own line but right next to your partner. It’s the perfect way to share the thrill with family or friends.
- 3 sets of zip lines for a round-trip course
- Up to 100 meters high
- Up to 200 meters long
Mountain'karting down the slopes
Head down the mountain… effortlessly but with tons of fun: try the Mountain’kart in Valfréjus This three-wheeled, motorless vehicle—which looks like a cross between a go-kart and an off-road tricycle—lets you zoom down the slopes in complete freedom.
- Ride the gondola
- Fun run on a dedicated trail
- Suitable for children 1.30 meters and taller
Enjoy the activities and the resort playground
Valfréjus is also a lively resort… on a human scale. With free activities all summer long and events like the Outdoor Urban Festival in late July or the Valfréjus Festival Valfréjus . Thanks to its school for specialized activity leaders, entertainment is in Valfré’s DNA!
The right plan for your vacations!
With the Pass Valfréjus, enjoy all-inclusive activities in the resort. You can also take advantage of over a hundred activities at reduced prices throughout Haute Maurienne Vanoise.
Mount Tabor
The Charmaix chapel in Valfréjus
Top 5 winter activities
