Philippa’s guidebook
Sightseeing
La Chapelle-d'Abondance
A beautiful ruin 10 minutes drive away
The lake is a serene spot for walking around, or taking part in the many activities in summer. It is stunning on a crisp winters day. Great for dog walks too.
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Lac de Montriond
The lake is a serene spot for walking around, or taking part in the many activities in summer. It is stunning on a crisp winters day. Great for dog walks too.
Parc des Dérêches
502 Rte du Palais des SportsGreat for walkers, runners, pony rides ect
Great for skiiing advanced slopes and a whole day out over to Chatel in powder snow is priceless
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Avoriaz
Great for skiiing advanced slopes and a whole day out over to Chatel in powder snow is priceless
Geneva
Beautiful old town, lovely squares for people watching.
Food scene
Hideout Hostel
60 Rte des UdrezantsThe best pan-asian food this side of Geneva
Great SAvoyard and international cuisine. Ideal for date night
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La Chaudanne
590 Rte de la PlagneGreat SAvoyard and international cuisine. Ideal for date night
Traditional savoyard, cosy with great service
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La Grange à couscous
60 Chem. de la CoutettazTraditional savoyard, cosy with great service
Neighborhoods
Chilled vibe next to a lovely little stream. Lots of goats and good hikes up to the waterfall Brochaux
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Ardent
Chilled vibe next to a lovely little stream. Lots of goats and good hikes up to the waterfall Brochaux
Amazing for mountain bikers. Good food and excellent for kids too. Visit the lake in the summer for fun on the Wibit - a giant inflatable playground on water
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Les Gets
Amazing for mountain bikers. Good food and excellent for kids too. Visit the lake in the summer for fun on the Wibit - a giant inflatable playground on water
Amacebiso ngesixeko
Ukuhamba nabantwana
The local creche is an excellent resource.
If you are travelling with toddlers the creche offers affordable childcare while you ski
Amabinzana aluncedo
Bonjour, Ou est la toilet s'il vous plait
where is the toilet please
Iindlela zokonga
Pack a picnic for the mountain. Food can be pricey.
The local supermarket offers good salad boxes and baguettes