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OPENING• From the 3rd July to 30th August
WEEK-ENDS • From 12th to 14th June• 19h & 21st, 26th & 28th of June• From 4th to 6th, 11th to 13th September
GUIDE 2020LE DOMAINE - LA CLUSAZ MTB AREA
LE DOMAINELA CLUSAZMTB AREA
Welcome to «Le Domaine», La Clusaz’s natural MTB park in the heart of the alpine forests and only 30 mins from Annecy. There is something for all MTB enthusiasts with 20 circuits over 125kms of tracks for different levels, from starter tracks to enduro and a Bike Park, all accessible from 4 ski lifts. Everyone from beginners to experts, and the young to the not-so young, can have a go at mountain biking here. Whether you are looking for a fun or cultural trail, an easy or a high on adrenalin ride, you are sure to find what you are looking for through wide-open landscapes, summer meadows and expertly prepared trails.
THE FIGURES20 TRACKS WITH :• 1 All Mountain,• 1 Bike Park,• 9 Crosscountry tracks with :
1 new track on the Danay• 5 Downhill• 4 Enduro tracks
SUMMER 2020FROM JUNE 26TH TO 28TH
FROM JULY 3RD TO AUGUST 30TH
TAKE ADVANTAGE OF THE «DÉTENTE PLUS» PASS IN LA CLUSAZ AND ENJOY UNLIMITED ACCESS TO A MULTITUDE OF ACTIVITIES AND GREAT DISCOUNTS ON LOTS MORE!
M O R E I N F O O N W W W . L A C L U S A Z . C O M
LE DERBY DES ALPAGES5TH AND 6TH SEPTEMBERMore info P9.
IN LA CLUSAZ THE FUN KEEPS ON COMING! Going back to school or work does not necessarily mean the end of the MTB season, so this year for the second year running, La Clusaz is playing extra time. This means the ski lifts in La Domaine will be open for the first two weeks of September from Friday 4th September to Sunday 6th and Friday 11th September to Sunday 13th. It’s an Endless summer in La Clusaz!
MORE CROSS-COUNTRYWork has been carried out on the blue trail, the boucle du Vargne near the Corbassières, to make it more accessible to e-bikes. Improvements will continue to be made over the next few years.
MAGNETIC PASSES AND ONLINE PURCHASELa Clusaz has set up 2 easy-access tools to make it even easier for MTB fans to do what they love best. The pass for the domain can now be purchased online from the comfort of your own home. Once at the resort, all you need do is approach one of the many terminals with the pass in your pocket and you are set to enjoy “Le Domaine”!
« ACCUEIL VÉLO »ACCREDITATIONThe Tourist Office has been awarded «Accueil Vélo» status, which is a guarantee of quality service to riders along the cycle trails. An establishment with the «Accueil Vélo» award means that it :• Is less than 5km from a cycle route• Provides adapted equipment
including secure bike shelters and repair kits
• Provides a warm welcome to riders with information and useful advice
• Has bike-friendly services for riders: luggage transfer, laundry service, bike hire and accessories etc..
NEW FOR ENDUROThe access to the Bois du Plan and Encarnes trails have been improved over last summer and autumn. Where certain sections required intensive braking and concentration, they have been replaced by less steep sections and while remaining technical, the trails are now much more fun and easier. The first part of the Encarnes trail is now red and the lower part for more experienced riders is still black.
WHAT’S NEW IN 2020
I ALREADY HAVE MY PASS (A CARD WITH A NUMBER
THAT STARTS WITH 01-1614)
I DON’T HAVE A PASS
I TOP-UP MY PASS: NO NEED TO GO TO THE
TICKET OFFICE, DIRECT ACCESS TO MY ACTIVITY!
I ORDER MY PASS AND PICK UP MY CARD FROM
AN AUTOMATIC TERMINAL 7 DAYS A
WEEK, 24 HOURS A DAY!
I CONNECT TO FORFAIT.LACLUSAZ.COM OR THE LA CLUSAZ APP
I GO DIRECT TO THE TICKET OFFICE ON CHAMP
GIGUET OR CRET DU MERLE
ENJOY LA CLUSAZ THIS SUMMER
I WISH TO BUY A 4H MTB PASS
I WISH TO BUY A ONE DAY MTB PASS
I WISH TO BUY A FEW DAYS MTB PASS
I ONLY WISH TO BUY A SINGLE TRIP
I HAVE INTERNET
ONLINE PASS
More info on : WWW.LACLUSAZ.COM
E-MTB
EXPLORE THE MOUNTAINS EASILY ON AN E-MTB Mountain biking is the ideal way to explore the mountains. Going uphill is a breeze thanks to todays’ technology, just add a little electrical assistance and no extra effort! Today the mountains are accessible to all cyclists of any age and ability, all you have to do is enjoy the view! Mountain Biking, long time viewed as a sport for the initiated is becoming more inclusive thanks to the development of the electric mountain bike for everyone to enjoy the numerous trails and itineraries in La Clusaz. No more excuses to get on your bike!
ADRIEN SEIMETZ• 22 years old• Enduro / Freeride
Adrien Seimetz is the resort’s rookie mountain biker. Cycling before he could walk, he has been riding his bike in La Clusaz’s mountains since he was a child. He knows the resort’s tracks and routes like the back of his hand!
« The La Clusaz resort is splendid: there are so many exceptional panoramas and varied landscapes in both forests and mountain pastures. Mountains - exactly how I like them! »
MORGANE CHARRE • 30 years old• Downhill / Enduro
Morgane Charre has a smile that hides a fiercely competitive spirit. She is considered one of the most passionate mountain bikers within her sport. After having reached the top in 2012 with her Downhill World Champion title and her 9 world podium positions, she continues to compete all over the world. And the resort is where she found the varied tracks and wild spaces that she loves.
« The variety of tracks is what I like at La Clusaz. I like to ride on the resort’s mapped-out tracks but also the routes that are in the middle of nature and are accessible from the resort! »
LA CLUSAZ’S CHAMPIONS
KILIAN BRON• 28 years old • Enduro / Freeride Originally from Annecy, Kilian Bron has been mountain biking since he was young. He started off with mainly downhill tracks, always in search of adrenaline and that feeling of flying. He then began his travels around the world, cycling from Indonesia to New Zealand, passing through Hawaii...Today he divides his time between enduro races and making videos and photos.
« La Clusaz is a fully-equipped mountain biking resort that’s accessible to all and for all disciplines. It’s rare to find a resort that satisfies everyone! »
MTB FOR BEGINNERS
MTB COURSESBefore getting going, it’s important to know the basics. The MTB schools are here to accompany you and get you started at any age. You can also choose to take it further with extra lessons to safely advance as you master the techniques.
LEARN IN SMALLGROUPS Schools offer individual, personalised lessons adapted to your level. It’s also possible to organise tailor-made family or friends’ excursions. A great and safe way to discover the area!
THE BIKE PARKThis fun zone has been created with both beginners, who want to progress and experts who are looking to develop their manipulative skills in mind. Ideally located on Mini-Loup to be accessible to all riders, the Bike Park is now the new playground for the Domaine and will continue to evolve over the next seasons to provide a rich and innovative experience for riders.
CHOOSING THE RIGHT EQUIPMENTChoosing the right equipment depends on your morphology and the type of activity. We advise beginners to start with one of the sports’ shops in the resort where experienced professionals will guide you in your choice of equipment.
MY FIRST MTB OUTINGLe Tour du Danay (check the circuit idea page)
LE DERBY DES ALPAGES 5TH AND 6TH SEPTEMBER«The descent from the summer grazing pastures» is a tradition that has perpetuated in the Alps since the Middle Ages. It involves escorting the cows from their high mountain pastureland to the fields for grazing in the valleys, where they will see out the winter. It also means the herdsmen who have spent the summer months alone with their dogs and cattle high in the mountains return to the company of the local villagers. Inspired by this tradition, La Clusaz has decided to organise an MTB mass start race.
A simple concept : 200 cyclists dressed in white jerseys with black spots, to look like the cows coming down from the pastures followed by 5 top riders(1)
including Killian Bron (see below) as the herdsmen. After the mass start of the «cows», the «herdsmen» have to pass in front of their herd to guide them to the finish line in the centre of the village of La Clusaz.
FRIDAY 4TH SEPTEMBERFree reconnaissance of proposed tracks.
SATURDAY 5TH SEPTEMBER • 8AM-11AM Number bib pick-up
• 9AM-2PM Free reconnaissance
• 2PM-5PMIndividual qualifications
• 7PM-9PMEntertainment in partner bars
SUNDAY 6TH SEPTEMBER• 9AMSkilifts open
• 11AMRace begins in a mass start
• 12PMPodium for the first 5 to arrive and prize giving
LE DERBY DES ALPAGES
Name Bike Park Washing area Maintenance area MTB availability
HÔTEL
Au Coeur du Village ***** X X XBeauregard**** X X X XLes Chalets de la Serraz**** X X X
Le St Alban**** X X
Alpen Roc*** X XAlp'Hôtel*** XCarlina*** X XChalet Alpage*** X X XChristiania*** X XAltitude 1647** X X XBeaulieu** X XLa Ferme** XPRESTIGE CHALETChalet Au Coeur du Village XChalet du Bossonnet XChalet La Douceur XLe Chalet des Rhodos X X X XTOURIST RESIDENCELes Cimes**** X XLes Grandes Alpes**** X XLa Résidence** X XCAMPINGCamping Capfun**** X X
MOUNTAIN BIKING SCHOOLSALPES AVENTURES471, Route du Col des AravisTel. : +33 (0)4 58 23 10 00Email : [email protected]
ÉVOLUTION 2 - LA CLUSAZ232, Route des Grandes AlpesTel. : +33 (0)4 50 02 81 29Email : [email protected]
WHERE TO EATPLAZA BIKE Chalet des RhodosCol des AravisTel. : +33 (0)4 50 02 48 14www.rhodos.fr
• WIFI access + free phone charging and electric bike batteries
• Free half-day mountain bike loan for all half-board stays.
• Mountain bike rental, with or without accompaniement, for a day. or a raid with a stopover in Rhodos.
• Lemon-flavoured water + K-Way waterproofs offered.
• Basic tools + inflation system.• Special rates on food and drinks.• In partnership with Alpes Aventures
and Moustache bikes.
CLEANING AREAS (FREE)• At the Beauregard lift (also equipped
with a repair kit) • At the Cret du Merle chairlift
WHERE TO HIRE EQUIPMENT? ALPES AVENTURES471, Route du Col des AravisTel. : +33 (0)4 58 23 10 00Email : [email protected]/laclusaz
CHALET NORDIC317, Route de la Chapelle - Les ConfinsTel. : +33 (0)4 50 02 51 94Email : [email protected]
INTERSPORT FREESPORT LOCATION1, Place de la PosteTel. : +33 (0)4 50 02 52 80Email : [email protected]
MTB LIFTSEveryday from 3rd July to August 30th 2020, from 9.30am to 5.30pm.Week-ends : June 12th to 14th, June 19th & 21st , June 26th & 28th, September 4th to 6th , September 11th to 13th
• Beauregard Cable Car: from 9.30am to 5.30pm• Crêt du Merle Chairlift: from 9.30am to 5.15pm• Crêt du Loup Chairlift: from 9.40am to 5pm• The Patinoire Cable Car is not accessible to mountain bikes.
All Passes are strictly personal and non-transferable. Photos are obligatory for the seasonal pass. Free for under 5s on proof of age. Users must obtain a magnetic pass at a cost of 2€ which can then be topped up. Find all prices on forfait.laclusaz.com.
Online purchase and top-up of passes on forfait.laclusaz.com
PRACTICAL INFORMATION
LA RANDONNÉE4387, Route des ConfinsTel. : +33 (0)4 50 02 65 91Email : [email protected]
LE SCHUSS59, Place du Pré de foire / Champ GiguetTel. : +33 (0)4 50 02 42 68Email : [email protected]/ete
PASSION GLISSE – SPORT 20006, Place Yves Pollet-VillardTel. : +33 (0)4 50 02 57 98Email : [email protected]
SPORT BOUTIQUE176, Route des Grandes AlpesTel. : +33 (0)4 50 02 42 05Email : [email protected]
PRICE
Day pass (fixed priced) 19,20€ 13,80€
Pass 4h 17,20€ 12,40€
Saison 173,00€ 89,00€
Adult * Junior **
* Adult : From 15 year old ** Junior : from 5 to 14 year old
Pass 2h 36,70€ 24,80€
A DETAILED MAP OF THE RESORT IS AVAILABLE TO BUY FROM THE TOURIST INFORMATION OFFICE IN LA CLUSAZ
La Roualle2589m
Lac desCon�ns
Tête du Danay1700m
Pointe de Merdassier2313m
Col des Aravis
Centre village
Plateau de Beauregard1690m
Col deLa Croix-Fry
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Col deMerdassier
Tête deCabeau1650m
Combe deFernuy
Crêt duMerle
Crêt duLoup
La Creuse
Combe duVoret
Torchère
Combe deBalme
Le Belvédère
Tête Pelouse2537m
Le Bossonnet
Les TolletsGotty
Les Étages
Croix de Colomban1691m
Les Verriers
Les Converses
Les Joux
Les Fiaux
Les Ri�roids
Les Riondes
Le Nant
Le Cortibot
Le Var
Le Fernuy
Les Chenons
La Rochette
La Graillère
Les GrangesLa Perrière
Combe desJuments
Le Plan
Bois dela Motte
Bois du Danay
Chapelle du Parc
Merdassier
Vers Manigod
Vers Saint-Jean-de-SixtLe Grand Bornand / Thônes
Vers La Giettaz Flumet / Megève
Combe deBellachat
Col deBalme
La Grande Balmaz2616m
Roche Per�a2499mTête de Paccaly
2467m
Passagedu Père Trou de
la Mouche
Combe duGrand Crêt
Combe dePaccaly
Paccaly
Combe deTardevant
La GrandeTorche2505m
Pointe des Verres2532m
Porte desAravis
Les Parossaz2556m
Aiguille des Calvaires2322m
L’Étale2483m
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8. Les Confins / Le Grand Bornand9. Descente du Loup10. La Grenèche11. Bois du Plan12. Bois de la Motte13. Sud Aravis14. Merle / Danay15. Les Encarnes17. La Boucle du Vargne18.Le Tour de Beauregard19.Le Tour de l’Andran (Manigod)
20. L’Envers de Beauregard21. Balcon du Vorêt23. Le Bré24. La Fériaz25. Tête de Cabeau (Manigod)29. Les Ecotagnes 36. Les Juments37. La Trace (by Kilian Bron) 38. Le Dahu 39. Pré à l’Ours (Manigod) N. Tour du Danay
E-BIKE CIRCUITE-MTBs are ideal for exploring the mountains without any difficulty, but you still need to know where to go! To get the most out of your day, straight from the village, head direction “le ranch” to reach the summit of the crêt du Merle, past the balcon du Voret. On the way down, pass by the Confins Lake before going down to the village. The more adventurous can take it further and go round the tour du Danay.There are many circuits available depending on your level!
L’ENVERS DE BEAUREGARDEnjoy a great family adventure as you admire. The Aravis range, cross through summer meadows and descend through the woods to arrive in the village. The trail begins from the Beauregard cable car with a descent down a rocky 4x4 track then becomes hilly all the way to the Col de la Croix Fry. Then on to an easy section through the forest joining with the tour de l’Andran loop. Just before arriving at the Col de Merdassier, the track splits to join another narrower and faster track, the trail then comes to a gentle end back at the village.LE TOUR DU DANAY
Le Domaine added a new 13km circuit last summer, a round trip through the heart of the forest, leaving from the Confins and passing by Saint Jean de Sixt and Le Grand Bornand. A great way to disconnect from the world in the heart of nature.
LE BOIS DE LA MOTTEThe wide Bois de la Motte trail is ideal for beginners and departs from the Crêt du Merle chairlift. Most of the trail goes downhill without any major points of difficulty (apart from some short passages over roots at the end of the track) to take you gently back to the village.
FAMILY-FRIENDLYCIRCUITS
TO GET THE MOST OUT OF OUR MTB AREA, OUR CHAMPION KILIAN BRON LETS YOU IN ON SOME OF HIS SECRETS, WITH SOME SPOTS, ADVICE AND TIPS. THE STARTAll ride days are different, but they all start in the same way for me. I like to arrive in time to take advantage of the morning dew on the runs through the forest just as the area opens up. I often park at the car park on route du Col des Aravis, under the Crêt du Merle chairlift. The view over the village is stunning, it’s generally quiet and there’s enough space to sort the bike before leaving. If it’s not too chilly I start with a few runs in the forest on the Encarnes. The ground is still a bit damp in the morning, and I love riding on it. As the sun slowly rises over the peaks of the Aravis it really is my favourite time to get the best out of the area. WARMING UPFor a gentle warm up on the bike, I advise combining the Crêt du Merle and Crêt du Loup chairlifts. Once up top, I get into the swing of things on the descent of the Crêt du loup. The first tracks mean you can gently warm up before heading into the forest. Then all you need to do is head to the bois du Plan and follow it right to the bottom! Then to catch up with the sun, Beauregard is great. There are some lovely tracks, personally, I like to head into the Bois des Ecotagnes.
BETWEEN FRIENDSA good day on the bike is a day out with friends. In my opinion, the best place to ride together is to La Trace. We created it together with a few friends a few years ago.
Every year, we used to organise a weekend together with local mountain bikers to build and shape our own trail with spades and pickaxes. It became an official track a year ago and it makes its way into the Encarnes forest with jumps and flowing turns. There are lots of different tracks in this part of the area as there is also a freeride zone on the lower area and some steeper gullies to have fun in.
PHOTO STOPEveryone has their favourite spot! I have a few depending on the time and my mood. At the end of the day, the light and the view are fantastic at the top of La Trace. There are some lovely shots to be had from here when the sun moves round to shine on the first jumps.You can get some good shots in the morning or at the beginning of the afternoon of the wooden features on the North Shore trail round about the hill reservoir on Beauregard. For the more ambitious, a trip into to the scree behind the trailhead of the Encarnes trail is well worth the effort. In fact, there are some great slabs and stunning mountain tracks just beyond!
SNACK TIMEPersonally, I’m a big fan of Pizz’Avalanche in the heart of the village.The big plus for them is that you can easily head back up the tracks as the Crêt du Merle chairlift is right beside it. Otherwise, if you want to chill out for a longer meal, La Ferme is right beside the car park I usually park at (I mentioned it at the beginning of the article). Another option: take a packed lunch to eat at the viewpoint of the Bike Park on Crêt du Loup.
A DAY WITHKILIAN BRON
BACK IN THE SADDLEAfter filling up, it’s back on the tracks. There’s just a 5 mins ride from the top of Crêt du Merle to the trail head of the Encarnes. It’s a great way to get back into the swing of things, but don’t head off to quickly, the last 50m are tough. You can always try to go up to the top, but I recommend keeping some strength for the descent.
ENDUROLife isn’t just about downhill,and I love doing a short enduro trip. On a 2-hour trip you can combine chairlifts with pedalling to go from one end of the valley to another as far as the Confins Lake. The advantage of the Domaine of La Clusaz is that a lot of tracks are linked, which means you can go whereever you want. There are so many options, you can imagine, for example a trip going down from the Combe des Juments to then go up in the direction of Manigod, before going down to Thônes.
THE FINISHING TOUCHAfter a long day in the saddle, you deserve a rest. There are many terraces around the village to enjoy a drink, but you can also go up (again) to the Confins Lake to watch the sun go down. As for me, I go home to Annecy for a dip in the lake!
THE 10 RULES FOR A SAFE RIDE
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Respect the difficulty levels
Choose your downhill track to match your skill level and
based on the di�culty levels indicated
EquipmentMake sure that your mountain bike is in good condition. Wear protective gear. Make sure you have a repair kit, a telephone and a �rst aid kit.
Respecting pedestriansSlow down when pedestrians are near. Pass pedestrians on the left. Yield the right of way to pedestrians.
Adapting your speedAdapt your speed to suit your abilities and the terrain. Adapt it to suit weather and tra�c conditions.
StoppingStop only if you are visible and far away from other cyclists. If you fall, vacate the trail as quickly as possible.
If you witness an accidentRaise the alarm by calling 112. Provide assistance and identify yourself to the Bike Patrol or the RM agents.
Respecting cyclists
Respect other cyclists, by behaving with caution and courtesy. Never go back up a
DH (Downhill Track) or an Enduro track.
Respecting information,
markings and signageStay on the marked paths. Respect private property.
Respect the Bike Patrol. Leave the equipment in place.
OvertakingOvertake on the left.
Leave a wide birth.
Going up and down the
moutain on footLeave your equipment
outside of the tracks.Keep o� the main track
when cycling.
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LA CLUSAZ’S NEW CULTURAL AREA
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«Pedagogical and playful»
«AN INNOVATION AT LA CLUSAZ»«Beautiful work to mixe tradition and modernity»
«Amazing visit with the children!»
Source: Google opinion year 2018-2019
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