Rock climbing©Rock climbing|Getty ImagesThe Four Seasons of Climbing in the Southern AlpsBoosting your cardio endurance, testing your agility, or taking to the heights for a breath of fresh air. The Southern Alps will delight climbers of all levels, all year long. Massif de la Meije©Massif de la Meije|Liparoti-Giroud. CLa Grave-La Meije, a mythical summitNot far from Serre-Chevalier, to the north of the Barre des Ecrins, the summit of La Grave-La Meije is something everyone finds fabulous. Famous skiing runs, a number of hiking...Via Ferrata des Etroits, Hautes-Alpes ©Via Ferrata des Etroits, Hautes-Alpes |AD05 / Estelle PerduTop mountain activities in summerWhether for a change of scene or fun, the southern French Alps offer some extraordinary playgrounds. Explore the different environments: peaks, racing rivers and underground...Jean-Baptiste Chandelier, Sky DancerBorn in Briançon, Jean-Baptiste Chandelier spends his days soaring like a bird over the wide-open spaces of the Southern Alps. A seasoned paraglider, his magnificent videos –...VTT Valberg©VTT Valberg|Robion.CThe Alps: Mountain Biking in the Hills!Between the mountains and the clean air, the trails in the Alps are a real treat for mountain bikers. Are you ready to attempt one of the major routes of the FFC (French...©Di Duca.MThe Four Seasons of ParaglidingDiscover the best paragliding hotspots in the four corners of the Southern Alps! Try your hand at this outdoor activity par excellence in an exceptionally wild and unspoilt...©Bikepark Les Orres Hautes-Alpes|Haute-AlpesThe top must-see bike parks in the AlpsIn summer, skiers leave room for riders and their carved-tyre mountain bikes to do incredible figures in the wild, breathtaking landscapes. Jump park, pump track, cross, no end...A Meditation Retreat in the Southern AlpsClose your eyes, breathe in deeply and revel in a conscious hike on the mountain trails of the Southern Alps. Connect mindfully with nature and your deepest self to increase...Escalade Pole Sport Innovation Abellet Lesorres©Escalade Pole Sport Innovation Abellet LesorresPôle Sport InnovationThe Pôle Sport Innovation in Les Orres is an indoor sport and leisure centre offering sports and fun activities with the best of what technology has to offer, to go from real...©Cyril CHARPINIn the shoes of Sébastien Camus, an Ultra Trail runnerUltra Trail champion Sébastien Camus lives (and thrives) in Sospel at the gateway to Mercantour National Park and the aptly-named Vallée des Merveilles. Today, he is sharing...
Escalade Pole Sport Innovation Abellet Lesorres©Escalade Pole Sport Innovation Abellet LesorresPôle Sport InnovationThe Pôle Sport Innovation in Les Orres is an indoor sport and leisure centre offering sports and fun activities with the best of what technology has to offer, to go from real...©Kaspy.JTry Out These New Winter Sports in the Southern AlpsThanks to snowy summits that touch the bluest skies and a sun that shines often, the Southern Alps offer a dazzling brightness. With suncream on your nose, enjoy the charm of...Ski De Rando - Tête De L'aupet©Ski De Rando - Tête De L'aupet|OT Dévoluy A selection of mountain activities to leave your comfort zoneAnd what if you dared… ? Several times, you almost did it! You nearly booked a slot for a paragliding flight; you nearly left your faithful snowshoes behind to try a fat bike....©The Explorers / Aurelie GoninFeeling adventurous? Come and discover the Southern French Alps!The budding athlete is waking up to an appetite for adventure and discovery? Head for the mountains of the Southern French Alps where a host of thrilling activities await you....Rock climbing©Rock climbing|Getty ImagesThe Four Seasons of Climbing in the Southern AlpsBoosting your cardio endurance, testing your agility, or taking to the heights for a breath of fresh air. The Southern Alps will delight climbers of all levels, all year long. ©Di Duca.MThe Four Seasons of ParaglidingDiscover the best paragliding hotspots in the four corners of the Southern Alps! Try your hand at this outdoor activity par excellence in an exceptionally wild and unspoilt...Ice waterfall climbing – the sporting challenge of a lifetimeIf you dream of conquering the heights of snowy mountains and gazing out over immaculate white peaks as far as the eye can see, look no more! Try your hand at climbing the ice...Couple en raquette dans le village de Saint - Véran©Chillio. CFor those who are looking for new thrills: the best spots in the Southern French Alps in winterWant to impress your colleagues when you get back from your skiing holiday? We’ve found something better than showing off the mark left in your suntan by your sunglasses...Massif de la Meije©Massif de la Meije|Liparoti-Giroud. CLa Grave-La Meije, a mythical summitNot far from Serre-Chevalier, to the north of the Barre des Ecrins, the summit of La Grave-La Meije is something everyone finds fabulous. Famous skiing runs, a number of hiking...