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Jeudi 23 juillet

 Lac de MONTRIOND

16 h 30 Spectacle “Les peuples du monde” jeune public par Sylvie Molinaro, Cie Savoie-Mômes

A Morzine 

 18 h 30 Lecture du “Lenz” de Büchner, à l’église
Comédien : Christian Huitorel

20 h 30 Concert de piano 4 mains, à l’église
OEuvres de Schubert, Grieg, Strauss
Piano : Dora Hurel et Martine Pitté

Vendredi 24 juillet

Lac de MONTRIOND

15 h Film sur les musiques Soufies de Yves Billon
présenté par Pierre-Alain Baud

16 h 30 Présentation didactique des instruments népalais
par le trio Sur Sudha17 h 30 Contes de l’Himalaya
Spectacle de conte dansé par Flora Devi

18 h 30 Conférence sur la situation géopolitique
du Pakistan et de l’Afghanistan
par Georges Lefeuvre, diplomate

20 h 30 Concert du trio Sur Suddha (Ragas)
(flûte-Sitar-Tablas) Musique classique du Népal

 
Samedi 25 juillet

Lac de MONTRIOND

17 h 30 Conférence
illustrée musicalement
avec le géologue Michel Marthaler
et la pianiste Martine Pitté

20 h 30 Récital de piano
1er cahier “Suisse” des Années de Pèlerinage
de Franz Liszt
Pianiste Patrick Dechorgnat.
Saint-Jean d’Aulps

Concerts : 10 € / tarif réduit : 5 € • Pass Festival : 25 €
Autres manifestations : gratuit • Mercredi 22 : gratuit

Informations/Réservations :
• Office de tourisme Morzine – Tél. 04 50 74 72 72
• Office de tourisme Vallée d’Aulps (Montriond) – Tél. 04 50 79 12 81
• Association Musique et Montagne – Tél. 06 10 57 38 61

Hiking Weekend In The French Alps

 

Thursday 20th to Sunday 23th  AUGUST 2009

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Christmas Skiing holidays 2009

Come celebrate Christmas this year with a ski holiday in the stunning French Alps village of Morzine.

Imagine… waking up on Christmas morning and opening the curtains to look out upon your very own and very real, winter wonderland.

Morzine takes Christmas very seriously, with its beautifully decorated streets, musical events, children’s entertainment & fireworks. It makes a memorable holiday that is celebrated all week long for the whole family, skiers & non skiers alike. Father Christmas arrives on Christmas eve taking kids of all ages to the bottom of the Pleney to admire the torchlight descent and fireworks display after a parade from the local hockey team, the Morzine-Avoriaz Penguins.

It is a fantastic way to spend the festive season with family and friends or as a couple.

Morzine is part of the massive Portes du Soleil ski area where you’ll be able to ski 14 resorts across France and Switzerland ensure something for every level of skier. The snowsure conditions offer amazing alpine scenery and some of the best skiing in Europe.

There are many activities to partake in when it comes to spending this holiday in a ski resort keeping you as busy or relaxed as you desire – and you don’t even have to be a skier! There is also paragliding, snow shoeing, snowboarding, winter hiking, ice diving, snowmobiling, husky rides, horse and cart rides, ice skating and so much more plus not forgetting the fantastic restaurants offering everything from traditional French mountain dishes to modern gastro. Many of them will put on a special festive menu with champagne and all the Christmas trimmings, so book in advance if you want to treat yourself to a meal out.

Playing in the snow, building snow-men, roasted turkeys, a morning of skiing before the main meal, all the ingredients for the most unforgettably charming Christmas ever!
Christmas prices and availability for the 2009/2010 ski season are now available for the majority of properties available through www.mountainxtra.com  Don’t miss out on your white Christmas send us an e-mail with your requirements now to: info@mountainxtra.com

There’s More to Snow Than Skiing: Alternative Activities for Winter Holidays

When most people think of a winter holiday they instantly think of skiing. As the world’s oldest, and most popular winter sport, thousands of people head to the mountains of Europe, North America, and some even more exotic locations every year to enjoy the delights of zooming down a snow covered mountain on a pair of planks. But what about those who want to enjoy a winter holiday without risking life and limb?

Well, there is a growing number of people who are heading out to ski resorts, yet who have no intention whatsoever of downhill skiing. Those who want to enjoy the great outdoors without the danger of snapping their bones, should try snowshoeing. Here, a special shoe is attached to your boots which allow you to walk easily over deep snow without sinking. Armed with a pair of poles you can wander along winter paths and enjoy the beautiful frosty scenery. Snow shoeing is ideal for young and old, as you can go at your own pace making it a perfect family activity.

Animal lovers might prefer to indulge in a less strenuous activity by taking a ride on a husky dog sled. Trips can be booked for a few hours, a full day, or even multi-day expeditions. After learning how to handle the sled and picking up a few of the basic dog commands, you’ll be able to set off through the snow after shouting “Mush! Mush!” at your pack of Husky hounds. 

If you’re staying in a resort, then find out if there will be a Christmas market running. Throughout the festive period many places in Europe host Christmas Markets, offering visitors the chance to shop for local specialities, drink a glass of warming mulled wine ‘Vin Chaud’, buy locally made crafts, watch live music, see impressive lighting displays, and listen to carol signers. 

Adrenaline junkies who want a bit more power between their legs can get their throttle fix by going snowmobiling. Most ski resort areas have a snowmobile circuit which can range from a simple loop taking a couple of minutes, to backcountry expeditions which can last all day. Snowmobiles are very easy to operate, and anyone can pick up the basics within a few minutes. Instructors will always be on hand to help and guide you.

And finally, if you are brave enough to step up to the challenge, then why not give ice diving a go? Especially popular in Scandinavia and any resort that has a lake, all you need is to sign up with a guide and they will provide everything for you – including dry suit!

So remember, winter holidays are no longer just for skiers – anyone can head out to the mountains and enjoy the winter wonderland without having to worry about ending up in hospital!

Book your holiday in the Portes du Soleil for all the above holiday activities and MORE!

What’s On in Montriond this Summer

Saturday 6th June :
Mountain clean-up – meet at La Licherette (Les Lindarets bowl) 9am for a morning of picking up rubbish. 

Emile has identified the following zones to be tackled:
1. Lindaret bowl and the Goat Village
2. Under the Lechere chair, Les Brocheaux, return by the piste
3. Ardent car park
4. The lake
5. 3 strong men needed (!!) to remove items illegally dumped under the
pare-avalanche before the lake.

There is thankfully a lot less rubbish than last year but all help will be very much appreciated and there will be lunch at 12.30 at the lake on the grass between the Domaine du Baron and Hotel des Sapins.
If there is a group of people who would like to meet at the lake (to save driving to Lindarets) then Emile can arrange a meeting point there at either 8.45 or 9.30 – he’ll need details before Friday to organise this.
You can email him (in French!) on brehier.emile@neuf.fr or call him on 06 84 62 75 30.  I’ll be going too this year (06 31 30 67 89).  It would also be good to have an idea of numbers to cater for. Bring warm clothes (hopefully it will be warmer than last year!).

Tuesday 14th July
Boules competition (near the football pitch).  A bigger Brit turnout than last year is needed!  If there is enough interest and good weather it could be a good event to have a BBQ after.  Everyone gets a prize!

Friday 17th July :
Repas dansant : meal in the village with music/entertainment, should be a good evening.

Wednesday 22nd – Saturday 25th July:
Lind’Art festival at the lake : classical music

Wednesday 5th August : to be confirmed
Fireman’s Ball : meal with music

Saturday 8th August
Fete du Lac and Fireworks : Entertainment, stalls and food all day, music etc after the fireworks.  The format is changing this year and will include laser display, big screens and of course loads of fireworks.

Wednesday 12th August : to be confirmed
Harmonie Municipale Ball

Saturday 15th August
Boules competition (near the football pitch).  Likewise a bigger turnout than last year is needed!  Everyone gets a prize!

Saturday 12th September
Fete du Pain in Les Granges

Saturday 19th or 26th September : to be confirmed
There is a possibility of a Foire au Vins (to rival St Jean d’Aulps!) in the centre of the village.  Currently at the planning stage.

Lind’Art Festival

Wednesday 22 July 2009 to Saturday 25 July 2009

Piano Festival at Montriond Lake with French professional musicians and special guests : Nepal professional musicians.

French Musicians: Dora Hurel, Martine Pitté, Patrick Dechorgnat performing on the piano
International musicans: Trio Sur Sudha from Nepal
Guest Geologists: Anne Guyomard, Michel Marthaler
Lecturer-Comedian: Christian Huitorel

Musiciens d’ici: Dora Hurel, Martine Pitté, Patrick Dechorgnat au piano
Musiciens d’ailleurs: Trio Sur Sudha du Népal
Géologues invités: Anne Guyomard, Michel Marthaler
Lectures: Christian Huitorel

Aux musiques du Népal , pièces de Schubert , Brahms… , cahier “Suisse” des Années de Pélerinage de Liszt , répondront les conférences données par d’éminents géologues sur la formation des montagnes

Festival pluridisciplinaire , le Lind’Art accueille cette année le comédien Christian huitorel , la danseuse – conteuse indienne de style Odissi Flora Devi et une expo-photos

Evénement exceptionnel: présence de Georges Lefeuvre , diplomate chargé de la question du Pakistan auprès des instances européennes

Lake Montriond Fireworks Night

Every second Saturday of August Lake Montriond hosts a festival of food, music and fireworks.

Year after year this event is attended by hundreds of people arriving early for a picnic, BBQ, swimming, canoeing and drinks .

There are many food, drink and crafts stalls including one for kids of all ages to make their own wooden carvings. There are also bands that usually perform on 2 different stages from 4pm onwards.

Between the bands peforming and the fireworks, the local parapenting schools put on a display of aerial acrobatics and stunts of all sorts – including freefalling before opening their reserve shoot and another decending with a blowup canoe to land in the lake.

Once the sun has set around 10pm glowing candles are spread across the lake. The main event is ready to begin! Lasting approximately 30 minutes, the display is a mixture of a story being told (in French), Fireworks and a light show. It is without a doubt an event not to be missed!!

The main road to the lake is closed between the main event hours meaning either you get up there early to find a car park, walk up the road, hitch a ride or get the taxi that picks you up from the bottom of the Montriond bendy road to drop you off at the Lake for about EUR3pp.

The dates of this event is weather dependant!!!

To read more about the lake, click here

Summer Activity Holidays in Morzine

Morzine is abundant with activities for your summer holiday ranging from extreme sports, to family activities and more leisurely pursuits.

Some of the many activities include; Mountain Biking, Swimming, Golf, Climbing, Via Ferrata, Water-skiing, Canyoning, Parapenting, Rafting, Sightseeing, Hiking, Road Biking, Wakeboarding, Mountain Boarding, Adventure parks, Go Karting, Paintball Skirmishing, Horseback Riding, Tennis, and much, much more!

Example of an activity week in Morzine

Day 1: Mountain biking around Morzine, Les Gets & Mont Chery, finishing with a refreshing dip in Lake Montriond before heading to Bar Robinson for a well deserved drink.
Day 2: Hike one of the many mountains the area has to offer such as Ressachaux where you have spectacular views from Lake Geneva, Switzerland to Mont-Blanc and the Grand Massif.
Day 3: Go canyoning through the cascades Nyon has to offer, have lunch at the restaurant du cascades de Nyon where they pick their own mushrooms before finishing off the day doing the adventure course with the zip wire over the cascade.
Day 4: Play a round of golf either in Les Gets or Avoriaz, go mountain boarding, relax by the Olympic sized swimming pool or go visit the Devil’s Gorges.
Day 5: Mountain Bike around the whole Portes du Soleil using the vast lift system available.
Day 6: White water raft, hot dog or hydro speed down the river Dranse in the morning followed by a tandem paraglide over Morzine and summer sledging in the Afternoon.

 

Morzine Outdoor Sports Festival

 A unique multi-disciplinary event open to all, showcasing top athletes and fun family activities

The principle is simple: every day from 5pm a sport will be showcased in the village centre.

The outdoor sports fair planned outside the Tourist Office will feature the main players in the field who are taking part in the Festival with their latest gear on show.

Morzine has great respect for the mountains and an ecology exhibition is planned to raise awareness on the subject.

Sport is one vital ingredient of the Outdoor Sports Festival, However, having fun is another. Concerts, shows, theme nights… in short, a coordinated entertainments programme to ensure a friendly atmosphere!

 

For accommodation in Morzine, Click here.

For a list of activities in and around Morzine, Click here.