Activities & AnimationsSummer 2020

ORIENTATION COURSE

HERITAGE & VILLAGE

YOGA

MTB & E-BIKE

CREATIVE WORKSHOPS

MEET THE FARMERS

DOWNHILL FUN IN SUMMER

MULTI PASS ACTIVITIES

And so much more...

Take a breathe at the Mountain

Châtel, an aventure land ...

CHATEL TOURISME 14 ROUTE DE THONON0404 50 73 22 44 WWW.CHATEL.COM

Tennis outdoorLe Recardet

Racket loan at Châtel Tourisme. Security deposit: €50.

The little train Monday - Tuesday - Thursday - Friday 10am - 11am - 12pm - 4pm - 5pm- 6pm until 28 AugustChurch Square

A complete visit of the Châtel village in 40 minutes.

Mini-golf 10am- 8pm

1106 Route des Freinets 04 50 73 32 29

Aquatic center Forme d’O 10am - 1.15pm / 2pm - 6.45pm

Access for the aquatic area. 1 entry per person per day188, Chemin de l’Etringa 04 50 72 04 31

Multi Pass

Super-Châtel Gondola 27 June > 6 September

9am - 4.45pmWednesday until 7pm until 26 August

Pierre-Longue Chairlift11 July > 23 August

9am - 4.45pmFriday until 7pm until 28 August

24 August > 6 September 9.15am - 4.45pm

11/12/13 & 18/19/20 & 25/26/27 September 9.30am - 4.45pm

Morclan Chairlift27 June > 6 September

9.30am - 4.15pm

Rochassons Chairlift11 July > 23 August

9.15am - 4.50pm

4 August > 6 September 9.30am - 4.50pm

11/12/13 & 18/19/20 & 25/26/27 September 9.45am - 5pm

Mask mandatory to board into the gondola and recommended for the chairlifts.

More details on www.chatel.com

Multi Pass DiscountFantasticable -10%11 July > 23 August 9.30am - 4.45pm

24 August > 6 September 10am - 4.45pm Pré-la-Joux – Pierre Longue Chairlift 36€ or duet 72€ / 04 50 81 34 83

Châtel Aventures Park -10% 9am - 5pm (7pm on Wednesday) Super-Châtel

Last entry at 2.30pm, (5pm on Wednesday) Children 2/4 yrs: 12 € , 5/8 yrs: 18 €, from 9 yrs: 25 € 04 50 73 20 25 or 04 50 73 34 24

Summer bobsled -10% 1.30pm - 6.30pm (10am - 12.30pm for groups) Pré-la-Joux - Open to all. 1 run: 4,50 € / 3 runs (+1 free): 13,50 €. 04 50 81 32 48 or 04 50 73 34 24

La Vieille Douane - The old custom HouseExposition «Or Noir et Grain de Sel» -10%1 July > 31 August except Saturday

10am - 12pm / 2pm - 6pm On Monday, Tuesday, Thursday & Sunday

2pm - 7pm On Wednesday & Friday1 September > 20 September

2pm - 6pm every day except SaturdayLa Vieille Douane 1277 Route de Vonnes Ad. 4,50€, Child (8-15 yrs) 3,50€, free< 8 years 04 50 71 75 11

Audio-guide languages: English - DutchDocumentation languages: German - English - Dutch

6-hole compact course -25% Information 04 50 73 32 29

Forme d’O - Spa Océane -50% 10am - 1.15pm / 2pm - 6.45am Adult 18 € - 9 € with a valid Multi Pass188, Chemin de l’Etringa 04 50 72 04 31

MONDAY

HIKING FOR CHILDREN UNTIL 17 AUGUST 9am - 4.30pm On booking 06 81 56 69 97 Child from 6 to 13 yrs old: 20 €. Bring a picnic.

Little legs but big curiosity! Every Monday it is a diffe-rent hike and exclusively reserved for children aged from 6 to 13 years old.

INTRODUCTION TO BOTANYUNTIL 31 AUGUST

8am - 12pm On booking 04 50 73 36 69 Adult : 18,50 € / Child (7-12 yrs old) : 13 €.

Lionel takes you for an easy hike to discover botany in Mont Lenla.

LIBRARY 4pm - 6pm Opposite at the Church Square

Books available in different languages. 04 50 16 44 40 / 04 57 26 90 04

BIKING ON MUSICFROM 6 JULY TO 24 AUGUST

5pm - 7pm Churche Square Free Open to all. From 5 yrs.

With the instructors from the Châtel MBT School, come and test the handling course that will be set up. Also, we explain you the program of the week's activities.

DISCOVER YOGA AT LAKE VONNES FROM 13 JULY TO 17 AUGUST

9.30am - 10.30amLake Vonnes

(Châtelaine room in case of bad weather) One price: 5 €. From 7 yrs. Carpet included. 15 pers. On booking at Châtel Tourisme 04 50 73 22 44

Outside at the Lake Vonnes. Bring your bottle.

BELOTE CARDS COMPETITION3 AUGUST & 7 SEPTEMBER

8.30pm - 10.30pm Châtelaine room One price 5 € Information 06 80 15 59 80

TUESDAYGUIDED HIKING - WILD LIFEUNTIL 25 AUGUST

5.30am - 12pm Adult: 26 € / Child (8-12 yrs old): 18 €.

Take some water and a snack. Walking shoes. On booking 04 50 73 36 69

Meet the chamois and wildlife in the reserve of Mont de Grange (slope La Chapelle d' Abondance). Intermediate difficulty level.

DISCOVER NATUREFROM 14 JULY TO 18 AUGUST

9.30am - 12pm Meeting point: Très-les-Pierres (Bus line 1) Adult: 8 €

Child (6-14 yrs old): 5 €/ - de 6 yrs old: freePlayful walks and educational games. 20 persons max. French speaking.

On booking at Châtel Tourisme 04 50 73 22 44

4 August : Discovering the wild flowers of our mountains.This walk will make us discover the incredible biodiversity of the fauna and flora living on the edges of the mountain paths.Few games : Quizz, memory in the nature, game « find your flower », game on the 5 senses...French speaking.

21 July and 11 August: I discover nature by the side of the mountainpaths.Paths are often a place for contemplation, discovery, and exploration. This walk will make us discover the incredible biodiversity of the fauna and flora living on the edges of the mountain paths.

28 July and 18 August: Fabulous stories of plant seedsIs the seed part of the living? Does it have a function? Are they small, oval, large, round, green or white, good or bad seeds? And by the way, do they travel? Do they eat? Are you curious about the secrets of nature?

TUESDAYA MOMENT OF READING FROM 21 JULY TO 18 AUGUST

10.30am - 11.30am Châtelaine room Free of charge. On booking at Châtel Tourisme 04 50 73 22 44

Come and enjoy a privileged reading experience with your family by listening to the classics of children’s literature and world tales (French speaking).

SNACK AT BARBOSSINE FARM FROM 7 JULY TO 18 AUGUST

1.45pm - 6pm Virage du Tenne Adult: 20 €, Child: 5 € (3-6 yrs old) / 10 € (6-12 yrs)

Free entry for children < 3 yrs old. Guide included. On booking 06 81 56 69 97

Aline, a mountain guide, will guide you on the paths leading in the mountain pastures to meet Corinne and Emmanuel David farmers. 1h of walking.

CREATIVE WORKSHOP FROM 14 JULY TO 18 AUGUST 2.30pm - 4pm Church Square

(Châtelaine room in case of bad weather) For children from 6 to 12 yrs old. 12 children max. 5€ On booking 04 50 73 22 44 (French speaking).

Creation of objects in natural or recycled materials.14 July & 4 August: A flower weather vane with recycable plastic bottles21 July & 11 August: Creation of a painting of flowers from our mountains in coloured sand.28 July & 18 August : Creation of a pocket or wallet in coloured foam sheet.

CHÂTEL TO THE SOUND OF BELLS UNTIL 18 AUGUST 3pm - 4.30pm Church Square Adult 5 €/ Child (8-15 yrs old) 3,50 €. <8 yrs old free On booking at Châtel Tourisme 04 50 73 22 44

From the «snailles» on the cow necks to the musical sculpture «Frontiere», without forgetting the chimes and bells of the chapels and the church of Saint-Laurent, bells are a must. French speaking.

«HUGS THERAPY» WITH DOGS 4pm - 6pm Lake Vonnes 21 JULY - 4 & 18 AUGUST 2.30pm - 4.30pm Lake Vonnes 27 JULY 5€ per person. 6 slots for 15 min each

10 persons maxi per slot. On booking at Châtel Tourisme 04 50 73 22 44

Meeting with the sled dogs, a moment of sharing through cuddles and photos, and explanations of the sled team and the world of mushing.

BELOTE CARDS COMPETITION 21 JULY & 18 AUGUST 8.30pm - 10.30pm Châtelaine room One price 5 € Info 06 80 15 59 80

Open to all. Possibility to build a team on site.

ARTISANS OF ART 11 AUGUST 9am - 6pm Church Square

Haute-Savoie art craftspeople showcase their know-how and sell their achievements.

PANORAMIC AND BOTANICAL WALK 25 AUGUST 13h45 - 17h30 Bassachaux Path Free from 8 yrs, 9 persons max

Organised by Géopark du Chablais, On booking at Châtel Tourisme 04 50 73 22 44

Discover the diversity of the plants of our mountains and the history of the pastures during this accompanied walk in a small group. Appointment at Pierre Longue Chairlift at Pré-la-Joux. (French speaking).

CLASSICAL PIANO CONCERT 18 AUGUST 8.30pm - 10pm Musardière room Free to participate

Fred Snoek will perform music by Beethoven.

WEDNESDAYWEEKLY MARKET

8am - 12.30pm Church Square Free access

Fruits and vegetables, cheeses from local producers, fish, a rotisserie, flowers, clothes, souvenirs...

ORIENTATION COURSE UNTIL 19 AUGUST 9am - 12pm Super - Châtel Gondola. One price: 5 € + a Multi Pass valid to board into the

gondola. Cancelled in case of bad weather. On booking at Châtel Tourisme 04 50 73 22 44

Alone, with family or friends, come and test your sense of orientation in a fun and sporty atmosphere!

LIBRARY 10am - 12pm Opposite at the Church Square 04 50 16 44 40 / 04 57 26 90 04

THE GOATHERD’S SNACK 1 JULY TO 19 AUGUST

3pm - 7.30pm Plaine Dranse Adult: 16 €, Child 3-6 yrs old: 5 € / 6-12 yrs old: 10 € On booking with Aline 06 81 56 69 97

Departure from Plaine-Dranse to reach the Caroline and Gérard’s mountain pasture at Les Blattins. We will attend the milking and taste the goatherd’s snack!

DISCOVERY OF YOGA AT THE TOP OF THE MORCLAN 15 JULY TO 19 AUGUST

3pm - 5pm Super-Châtel Gondola (Châtelaine room in case of bad weather)

One price 5 €. From 7 yrs old. 15 persons maxi+ a Multi Pass valid to board into the gondola.

On booking at Châtel Tourisme 04 50 73 22 44 The session is suitable for everyone, beginners, sportsmen....

A LOOK AT THE BORDER 15 JULY TO 19 AUGUST

3pm - 4.30pm Chapelle de Vonnes Adult 5 €/ Child (8-15 yrs old): 3,50 €/<8 yrs old: free On booking at Châtel Tourisme 04 50 73 22 44

If today the summits are an invitation to hike, in the past they were the «playground» where customs officers and smugglers used to clash!

HIKE AND RACLETTE 8 JULY TO 26 AUGUST 7pm – 10pm Super - Châtel Adult: 45 € Child (-12 yrs old): 25 €. Drinks included.

+ a Multi Pass valid to board into the gondola. On booking 04 50 73 64 38

THURSDAYDISCOVERY OF THE ELECTRIC BIKE 16 JULY TO 20 AUGUST

9am, 10am, 11am, 2pm, 3pm, 4pm In the streets. Meeting point at Châtel Tourisme One price 10 €. Minimum size 1,50m

On booking at Châtel Tourisme 04 50 73 22 44Discover the village of Châtel by electric bike during a 45-minute ride.Glasses and gloves recommended.

LET’S GO TO THE BORDER! 16 JULY TO 20 AUGUST

9.30am - 12pmLa Vieille Douane 1277 Route de Vonnes Adult: 10 €/ Child (8-15 yrs old): 6 € / <8 yrs old: free On booking at Châtel Tourisme 04 50 73 22 44

Learn all about smuggler and customs’ stories in ambushes’ places.

YOGA BRUNCH 9 JULY TO 27 AUGUST 10am -1pm L’Escale – Super-Châtel Adult: 30 € /Child (< 12 yrs old): 22 €

+ a Multi Pass valid to board into the gondola. On booking at Châtel Tourisme 04 50 73 64 38

Outdoor yoga class with a breathtaking view followed by an all-you-can-eat Brunch.

A MOMENT OF READING FROM 16 JULY TO 20 AUGUST 10.30am - 11.30am Châtelaine room Free of charge. On booking at Châtel Tourisme 04 50 73 22 44

A VILLAGE ALONG THE RIVER 16 JULY TO 20 AUGUST 2.30pm - 5.30pm Scierie de Villapeyron Adult: 5 €/Child (8-15 yrs old): 3,50 €/<8 yrs old: free On booking at Châtel Tourisme 04 50 73 22 44

Take the time to stroll with your family on the path along the banks of the Dranse. French Speaking.

ALPINE DINNER 2 JULY TO 20 AUGUST 5.30pm - 11pm Virage du Tenne Adult: 38 € / Child: (3-12 yrs old) 20 € On booking with Aline 06 81 56 69 97

The atmosphere of an evening in the alp around a good meal...the descent under the starry sky!

E-BIKE EVENING OUTING AND MEAL IN THE MOUNTAIN 9 JULY TO 27 AUGUST

6pm - 9.30pm L’Escale – Super-Châtel 80 € with E-bike included/ 55 € with our own E-bike.

+ a Multi Pass valid to board into the gondola. On booking 04 50 73 64 38

Enjoy an outing on a top-of-the-range electrically assisted mountain bike accompanied by an instructor-guide, followed by a tartiflette and dessert in the mountain. Beginners are welcome. During of the evening 3h30.

FRIDAYCHÂTEL, SENS DESSUS DESSOUS FROM 10 JULY TO 28 AUGUST

9.30am - 11am Meeting point at Châtel Tourisme Adult: 6 €/ Child (8-15 yrs old): 4 €/ <8 yrs old: free On booking at Châtel Tourisme 04 50 73 22 44

Why not take the time to stroll around the centre of Châtel? Open your eyes wide, listen, sharpen all your senses for this fun and unusual visit.

CANI’KART 2pm - 4pm 17 & 24 JULY 9.15am - 11am 31 JULY & 7 - 21 - 28 AUGUSTLake de la Mouille 50€ per slot (per kart) + a Multi Pass valid to

board into the gondola. 6 slots of 15 minutes. From 1 to 4 person(s) per kart.

On booking at Châtel Tourisme 04 50 73 22 44Total immersion in the world of mushing by discovering Lac de la Mouille in a kart driven by huskies (sled dogs).

HIKE AND YOGA FROM 17 JULY TO 21 AUGUST 9.30am - 12pm Bords de Dranse One price 5 €/ From 7 yrs old. On booking at Châtel Tourisme 04 50 73 22 44

An easy hike that allows you to discover the mountains and yoga! The activity can be practiced with families with children from 7 years old.

BIATHLON VTT FROM 17 JULY TO 21 AUGUST 2pm - 5pm Meeting point at Lake Vonnes Free. From 10 yrs. Pour toute la famille

Come and enjoy a unique activity: Bike Biathlon, very playful, sporty and friendly. Realization of a mountain bike circuit as well as a shooting range at Lake Vonnes by the Châtel Mountain Bike School.Reception, presentation of the laser rifles and tests, bike tests and reconnaissance of the circuit. Then departure given over the microphone for 4 people.Each competitor shoots 5 times and for all missed targets makes a penalty loop. The winner is the 1st having finished the circuit..

ARTISANS OF ART 31 JULY 9am - 6pm Church Square

Haute-Savoie art craftspeople showcase their know-how and sell their achievements.

SUNDAYLIBRARY

10am - 12pm Opposite at the Church Square 04 50 16 44 40 / 04 57 26 90 04

CHÂTEL GAMES FROM 12 JULY TO 30 AUGUST 3pm - 6pm Church Square

(Châtelaine room in case of bad weather and 26 July & 16 August)

Free access 04 50 73 22 44 Come to spend a wonderful moment with family or friends playing with giant wooden games....a special place for children under 6 yrs old to play.

FISHING COMPETITION12 & 26 JULY / 9 & 23 AUGUST / 20 SEPTEMBER

7.30am - 12pm Lake Vonnes Adult: 20 €/ Child (< 16 yrs old): 16 € Booking from 7am

Information 07 77 31 74 26 We look forward to seeing many of you!

SECONDHAND MARKET26 JULY / 16 AUGUST

9am - 6pm Church Square

Downhill fun in summerDévalkart - Rollerbe

1.30pm - 6.30pm (10am - 12.30pm for groups)Pré-la-Joux 04 50 81 32 48 | 04 50 73 34 24 From 10 yrs : 2,60 € - 3 runs (+1 free) : 7,80 €

A fun way on an ‘all-terrain’ scooter…

Mountain & Lake Hiking guidedProgram available at Châtel TourismeRichard Sports Bis - 04 50 73 36 69Aline Ploton - 06 81 56 69 97Mountain Ride - 04 50 73 58 58Mésière Sport - 04 50 73 30 80

ParaglidingRichard Sports Bis - 06 84 14 95 84

Fishing in Lake Vonnes 6am - 12pm Adult : 15 € - Child : 8 € (10-16 yrs) ; 5 € (- 10 yrs) On booking 07 77 31 74 26

9 fishing rods for hire if advanced booking calling.

Lake Vonnes 12pm - 6pm Closed in case of bad weather.Lake Vonnes 04 50 73 23 98 (City Hall) Stand up Paddle hire: 12 €/ hour Trampoline with elastic bands: 6 € / 10 minutes Hire of small pedal horses for children: 5€ / 30min

Family walk around the lake !

Multi sports GroundLake Vonnes

Free access (Maintain at least 1 metre distancebetween yourself and others).

PlaygroundLake Vonnes

Free access (From 4 to 14 yrs) (Maintain at least 1 metre distance between yourself and others).

Rafting - HydrospeedRichard Sports Bis - 04 50 73 36 69Mésière Sport - 04 50 73 30 80Mountain Ride - 04 50 73 58 58

Climbing - Via ferrata - CanyoningInfo: Activités les 2 Vallées - 06 98 04 16 22

MTB, enduro, DH, electric MTB, road bikingWith MTB instructors: private lesson, day, half dayEcole de VTT - MCF- Châtel 07 89 08 85 62

Mountain & GastronomyTasting at the mountain pasture of Chaux Fleurie

9am - 4pm except Wednesday Bassachaux path 4€ per person Information 06 75 53 01 05

Chantal and Dominique, farmers in the mountains, offer you a small discovery stop in their mountain chalet.

Wellness & FitnessSpa and massage parloursCabinet de Massages - Loy - 04 50 81 77 71Spa Authentique Voyage - 04 50 73 24 12Spa Ô des Cimes - 04 50 17 36 68Spa Océane - 04 50 72 04 31

Aquafitness, Aquabiking, strength fitnessCentre Aquatique Forme d’O

On booking 04 50 72 04 31

Strength fitness, massagesChâtel Tonic Club - 06 15 42 48 72 ou 06 11 84 79

IndoorC’ L’Aventure - Indoor playground

12pm - 6pm Opposite at Forme d’O Child (- de 2 yrs) 7€ / (3 - 12 yrs) 10€ 04 50 73 34 24

Bowling Le Chaudron Until 31 AugustOpen every day at 5pm, except Monday

04 50 81 68 27

Cinémas Le Morclan 2000 Until 30 August 04 50 73 21 04 -15% with a Multi Pass valid

Program available at Châtel Tourisme

Carousel of Châtel 10am- 8pmRoute du Centre above Châtel Tourisme 06 18 33 11 44

Children’s paradise with the pancake shack, churros, cotton candy, ice cream...

Belalp Escape Game Until 20 August 10am- 7pmHôtel Belalp 382 Route de Vonnes 04 50 73 24 39

Booking on: belalp-escapegame-chatel.comIn teams of 2 to 6 players you will have 60 minutes to complete the mission. French speaking.

Do not throw on the floor.

FROM MONDAY 20 TO FRIDAY 24 JULY SAILING COURSE

Lake Vonnes On booking 06 08 98 57 30

On Monday:1.30pm - 5pm: Sailing for children from 5 to 12 yrs.

From Tuesday to Friday:Moussaillon (5-7 yrs) : 10am-12pm and/or 3.30pm-5.30pm

Matelot (7-13 yrs) : 10am-12pm and/or 3.30pm-3.30pm

Windsurf / Paddle from 12 yrs1.30-3.30pm and/or 3.30-5.30pm

FROM TUESDAY 4 TO FRIDAY 7 AUGUSTFESTIVAL CHÂTEL IS GOING BACK TO CHILDHOOD

Church Square, Lake VonnesChâtel proposes an exceptional week for children!Every day of the week, in different parts of the village of Châtel, entertainment and activities are offered free of charge with the "Pass Festival".Program available at Châtel Tourisme.

SATURDAY 15 AND

SUNDAY 16 AUGUSTCHÂTEL CHABLAIS LÉMAN RACEIt's the 2nd edition of this cycling race between France and Switzerland. The race will be endowed with €70 000 worth of prizes including 2 cars by drawing lots..

FROM SATURDAY 15 TO MONDAY 17 AUGUSTTHE ASSOCIATION DES COMMERCANTS BIG SALEA large sale is organized by the Merchants' Association. Take advantage of these three days to make good deals!

FRIDAY 4 AND SATURDAY 5 SEPTEMBER 1861 MOUNTAIN FILM FESTIVAL

1861 Châtel Hostel1423 route de Pré-la-Joux

Accès libre 04 50 81 05 03|06 28 81 07 36

The 4th 1861 Mountain Film Festival.

HIGH LIGHTS

More details on www.chatel.com