Winter
Just some of the winter sports available
Skiing & snowboarding
St Gervais sits at the heart of the Evasion ski
domain,
providing a massive 445 km of pistes! Everywhere you look you'll be
rewarded with stunning views of Europe's highest and most dramatic peaks,
including the Mont Blanc itself. St Gervais' ski area is linked with the neighboring resort of
Mégève.
 As well as great mountain terrain, St Gervais also boasts
one of the region's best fun parks and well groomed half pipe. Extensive
snow making facilities ensure that lower runs stay open late
into the season.
Just two minutes up the road from St Gervais is the village
and ski resort of Les Contamines, also covered on the Evasion ski domain pass. The ski area here consists of
3 massive bowls linked together to
provide a diverse and interesting set of runs. Snowboarders in particular
will enjoy the efficient lift system that enables you to access just about
everywhere with a chairlift.
Whatever your standard,
you'll enjoy skiing the Evasion ski domain and appreciate the short lift queues and empty runs.
The EVASION Ski
domain includes St Gervais, Mégève, Cote 2000,
La Giettaz, Jaillet, Combloux and Les Contamines.
From St Gervais it's also possible to access the Les
Houches ski area in the Chamonix Valley. And with Chamonix itself being only half
an hour away there is also the opportunity to ski the renowned Vallee
Blanche down Europe’s longest glacier, the Mer de Glace.
Other winter sports
All variations of skiing are available
from telemarking, cross-country, or even snow
bladeing.
Snow shoeing is becoming a very popular way to explore the
mountains in winter. There are many marked trails in the St Gervais valley,
making it safe and easy for the first timer. Equipment hire is inexpensive and
you don’t need any special tuition.
Ice skating. St Gervais has an Olympic standard indoor ice rink,
while nearby Les Contamines has a classic outdoor rink. Ice hockey matches are a
regular feature and it’s also possible to do a spot
of curling.
If you've ever been tempted by the idyllic look of huskies pulling
you in a sledge then a nearby Husky Dog farm offers just that.
Or if you prefer it more motorized then try your hand at snowmobiling.
Winter climbing. Learn how to front point up
a frozen waterfall, or climb snow encrusted couloirs. These and other courses
such as an avalanche awareness or a glacier travel courses
can be booked with English speaking high
mountain guides.
At any time of year there are specific activities for kids
and great places
to visit.
Pictures on
this page courtesy danmilner.com
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