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Skiing and snowboarding

Come skiing or snowboarding in a splendid and preserved environment: Gresse en Vercors, village-resort in the Vercors Regional Nature Park, 40min south of Grenoble (1h30 from Lyon).

This family alpine ski resort, set in an incredible scenery, from 1250m to 1750m, runs over two areas (les Alleyrons and Pierre Blanche). It is a wonderful playground i...
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Nordic skiing

Gresse-en-Vercors is also a nordic skiing paradise! The 44km of runs will delight all cross country skiing fans. Follow our trails through wide-open spaces and discover amazing snow-covered sceneries. All trails are designed for both cross country and skating styles.

There are 5 prepared runs:
1 green run
1 blue run
2 red runs
1 black run
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Snowshoeing

Explore the mountains at your own pace!
Set off on our signposted trails in all safety and discover the breathtaking panoramic views around the resort.

A guidebook with the 10 snowshoeing trails around Gresse en Vercors is available for sale at the Tourist Office and in the Nordic center. You can also download it - see below.

An easy pedestrian fami...
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Ski area

To make the most of your day's skiing:

Alpine skiing - 20km of runs:
5 green runs
2 blue runs
6 red runs
2 black runs (not groomed)

Skating or classic cross country skiing - 44km of prepared trails:
1 green run
1 blue run
2 red runs
1 black run




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SKI PASSES

Gresse en Vercors resort is open from Saturday 17th of December 2011 to Sunday 11th of March 2012. 
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Ski school

The Ecole de Ski Français and its team is pleased to welcome you in Gresse en Vercors. Book a lesson with us to discover the joys of skiing.

Learn downhill or cross country skiing or snowboarding in all safety. Individual or group lessons for beginners or advanced levels,

The Piou-Piou Club is open to kids over 4.

Prices 2011-2012
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Equipment rental

Grillet Sports ShopGrillet Sports shop rents equipment for downhill skiing, ski mountaineering, cross country skiing, snowboarding, snowshoeing and also sledging.
You can also leave your equipment in our workshop for repair and maintenance.
Book your equipment online: you book from home and can set off as soon as you arrive!
Grillet Sports Shop
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Sledging

To sledge in all safety a free area located at the bottom of the resort is open to all. Kids and adults can come and share a memorable moment under the majestic Grand Veymont summit!

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Activities

See below to download the complete programme for the winter season. 






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Astronomy

Discover astronomyCome and observe the firmament on Mondays and Thursdays with the Astrièves Club. Discover the sky and its secrets.
Located in the Dolomites Residence, the astronomy observatory is equipped with telescopes and a digital planetarium.

Astrièves
00 33 6 82 02 11 99
http://www.astrieves.org/

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Samoyed dogs

Small pulka tour pulled by two Samoyed dogs.

A real experience for little ones - from 2 to 6- to discover a draft activity with our Siberian cuddly teddies. Often a first time experience for small children, they will love this "expedition" escorted by their parents and shoot great pictures.
Duration: 30min, 10€/child (discounts if more than 2 childre...
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Dog sledding

Ever had the crazy dream of exploring the North Pole with dogs and a sled? Images of huskis, extreme temperatures, adventure...
A dream you can make true without having to head off to the other side of the world! In Gresse en Vercors plan an expedition with dogs and a musher in the wild open spaces of the Vercors. Become a trainee musher and discov...
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Skijoring

First try 15 min : introduction to the activity and practice on the small beginner trail, for adults and children who have at least a basic knowledge of skiing - 10€

Skijoring tour: introduction then tour on the groomed 4km trail to get a proper feel of the activity, for children over 8 (1st star ski level) and adults - 15€

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Ski mountaneering

Why not try ski mountaneering? Set off in the wild mountain open-spaces, to reach the best sceneries and the best powder snow. Take your skins and your skis and climb up snowcapped summits. Several great routes set off from Gresse en Vercors.
For an outing in all safety hire a specialised mountain guide. 

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