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What's on this week 22nd - 29th January 2017

22-Jan-2017

Val d'Isere


Snake Gliss
Monday 23rd January 17:45 – 20:00, Savonette Piste - Free

Sledging of the future! Why not try this snake-like sledging where a group of you are linked together in a chain of up to 10 people. Children must be over 4 years old and be accompanied by an adult.
 
Backstage in Val d’Isere
Tuesday 24th January 15:45 – 16:45, Solaise ski pass office – Free
Come backstage in Val d’Isere to see what really goes on behind the scenes; you can find out how artificial snow is made, see the inner workings of the Olympique Cable Car and how avalanches are triggered. You can also learn aboutCatex avalanche blasting and visit the rescue post. Guests must book on in advance before Wednesday at 15:00 (20 places available).
 
Cross Country Ski Race
Wednesday 25th January, 18:30 – 19:30, Place des Dolomites - Free
Short friendly relay style race in teams of two. Cross country equipment loaned by Intersport andBoarso shop. Prizes for the winners and hot mulled wine provided by the Grand Marnier Creperie – all welcome to take part and watch.
 
Airstar Night Light
Thursday 26th January, 18:00 – 19:30, 
Olimpique Avenue – Free
Sparkle and snow go together very well and this season Val d’Isere has decided to bring the two together. At night this season the village of Val d’Isere will be transformed into a pedestrianized zone and lit up with thousands of different colours. Hot chocolate, vin chaud, ice sculptures and sparkly lights – sounds perfect to us!
https://youtu.be/RsriqCloaD4
 
Airboarding
Friday 27th January, 17:45 – 19:00, Savonette Piste - Free
Try sledging face first down the flood-lit Savonette slope in the center of Val d’Isere on these specially designed airboards. Steer by shifting your weight and experience a weight flight over the snow. Free and open to all, children must be over 9 years old and accompanied by an adult.

 

Courchevel 

 
Millet Ski Touring Courchevel
Wednesday 25th January, 17:00, La Praz - 6€ to take part
Ski touring race starting under the bubble in La Praz and finish in the Croisette in Courchevel 1850.
 
Ice Sculpture Show
Wednesday 25th January 17:30, Place du
bachal, Courchevel 1650
Come and watch sculptured being carved out of ice with chainsaws. The demonstration will be followed by a surprise show! A must see this week.

Verdons by night
Wednesday 11th January 18:00 – 20:00,
Verdons piste – Free for 3 valley pass holders and 10€ for other/non pass holders.
Skiers and snowboarders of all ages are invited to experience the sensation of night skiing on the Verdons piste. Here you can also access the family park and a DJ will be playing. The whole piste will be floodlit for all to enjoy.
 
7 Savoy Cheese Tasting
Thursday 26th January 16:00 – 18:00, Rue des Rois, Courchevel 1550 – Free
Discover the universe of emblematic Alpine cheeses and wines in an atmosphere of traditional Savoy music