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A BRIEF OVERVIEW OF THE TRIP

Pure sport/
Are you interested in 3 days of mountain biking through the most beautiful sites in the Chamonix Valley? Your instructor establishes the program to guarantee you the best courses in this short stay.
For this mountain bike break, the stay includes 3 days of mountain biking while enjoying a vacation in the mountains. This stay gives you the opportunity to improve your mountain biking skills. The trails to discover in single tracks are in the Chamonix valley. During your free time, you can enjoy the pool or enjoy walks in the valley.
6 sessions (in the form of 3 continuous days) supervised by a mountain bike instructor. A previous practice of mountain biking is necessary.

A BRIEF OVERVIEW OF THE TRIP

Pure sport/
Are you interested in 3 days of mountain biking through the most beautiful sites in the Chamonix Valley? Your instructor establishes the program to guarantee you the best courses in this short stay.

For this mountain bike break, the stay includes 3 days of mountain biking while enjoying a vacation in the mountains. This stay gives you the opportunity to improve your mountain biking skills. The trails to discover in single tracks are in the Chamonix valley. During your free time, you can enjoy the pool or enjoy walks in the valley. 6 sessions (in the form of 3 continuous days) supervised by a mountain bike instructor. A previous practice of mountain biking is necessary.

THE BEST OF THE PRODUCT

  • Mountain biking improvement in the magical setting of the Mont-Blanc massif
  • Descending profiles, using the ski lifts
  • A beautiful all-mountain full suspension mountain bike
  • A break of 4 days, 3 beautiful days of mountain biking

THE BEST OF THE PRODUCT

  • Mountain biking improvement in the magical setting of the Mont-Blanc massif

  • Descending profiles, using the ski lifts
  • A beautiful all-mountain full suspension mountain bike
  • A break of 4 days, 3 beautiful days of mountain biking

MTB

on-site
Place of practice on the site

Ages

18 - 40 ans

PHYSIQUE CONDITION
Intensity ** Fitness - Mountain biking
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LEVEL OF PRATICE
DH and Enduro Mountain Biking Insider
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Included

  • Accommodation (sheets provided in the village, not provided in accommodations during raids and itineraries, not bathroom linen)
  • Transport related to the activity, ski lifts provided for in the program
  • The catering
  • Framing
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  • Specific equipment
  • The animation
  • 6 sessions (in the form of 3 continuous days) supervised by a mountain bike instructor.

Not Included

  • Transport
  • The drinks
  • Personal equipment
  • Complementary insurances

On option

  • Arrived the day before

The program

Day by day

Day of arrival

Reception on Day 1 from 10 am, ideally before 5 pm.

There is no supervised activity on the day of arrival, so you can arrive quietly from 2 pm (but ideally before 5 pm), to take possession of your accommodation and receive your sports equipment.
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You can also take advantage of suggestions for independent activities (the sports village is close to the start of hiking trails for example), the swimming pool and the village of Argentière.

Access to the sports village is closed from 9 pm on Saturdays and Sundays, and from 7 pm on other days.
If you arrive after these hours, please ask for the code in advance by email at: argentiere@ucpa.asso.fr

If you purchased the “Arrival the day before” option, please come to the Argentière sports village on Saturday between 5 p.m. and 7 p.m.

During your stay

Day 1 - Day of walking or visiting the remarkable sites of the Chamonix Valley (Mer de Glace, Aiguille du Midi...) independently.
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You benefit from the Mont-Blanc Multi Pass as soon as you check in.
This independent day can also be postponed to the last day of the program depending on the conditions.


Day 2 - In the morning technical session (balancing, braking, handling) on the Moraine site.
In the afternoon, go to and from Chamonix, via magnificent forest trails.

Day 3 - Direction the Swiss border to Le Chatelard, by the famous stagecoach trail, mountain biking on the Tour area and back to Argentière.

Please check the level required for the stay. If you do not have the required level, we will not always be able to offer you another program.

The course of this program is indicative.
It may undergo modifications or adjustments, depending on technical criteria, safety requirements or the climatic conditions of the moment. In this case, only those responsible for UCPA supervision are authorized to take the necessary decision (s).
It can also be adapted according to the technical and physical level of the participants.

Last day

Day 4 - Let yourself slide along the river to reach Les Houches.
From there you will make a loop that will offer you some of the most beautiful postcards of the Mont Blanc valleys.

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End of stay at 5 pm.
Your rooms must be vacated and cleaned before 9 am (luggage and showers available).

Possibility to spend an additional night in the UCPA sports village in Argentière depending on availability, at an additional cost.
To be booked directly at the sports village at the beginning of your stay.

SPOT

Mont Blanc Valley Mountain biking

The Chamonix Valley, ideal for cyclists

Thanks to its steep paths and its different altitude levels, the Chamonix valley offers varied itineraries for all levels. Whether you want to stroll peacefully in the heart of the valley or on the contrary do extreme mountain biking, everything is done to satisfy you and meet the least of your desires. Thrill seekers or lovers of peaceful nature, come and enjoy an extraordinary experience in a valley that offers you a breathtaking show!

Hosting

Accommodation Argentière Sports Village - Mont Blanc Valley

Mostly rooms for 4 people with sinks.
Some rooms for 5 and 6 people, equipped with sinks.
Individual readers.
Shared showers and sanitary facilities on each floor.

Possibility of accommodation for 2 (separate beds) for 7-day adult courses in a sports village to be booked at the time of registration (with supplement).

The centre's equipment

  • Heated pool.
  • Dining rooms facing south, facing Mont Blanc, with terraces.
  • Multipurpose hall, entertainment, dance and show.
  • Bar.
  • Sauna (bring bath sheet and swimsuit).
  • Block-type climbing gym (slippers provided).
  • Reading room.
  • Stretching room.
  • Several meeting rooms equipped with audiovisual equipment.
  • Volley ball court.
  • Petanque court.
  • Bike park: pump track and mountain bike maneuverability zone.
  • Table tennis table.
  • Slackline.

ABOUT THE TRIP

Equipment Included

Depending on the activities proposed in this program, all technical equipment is loaned
Mountain bike equipment (mountain bike, helmet, backpack), hiking equipment (shoes, backpack), climbing equipment (slippers, harness, helmet)...
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It is recent and up to standard equipment.

Equipment Included

Depending on the activities proposed in this program, all technical equipment is loaned
Mountain bike equipment (mountain bike, helmet, backpack), hiking equipment (shoes, backpack), climbing equipment (slippers, harness, helmet)...
It is recent and up to standard equipment.

Address and access

You are coming by train: Get off at Argentière SNCF station (changing at Saint-Gervais/Le Fayet), located 50 m from the UCPA sports village.
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Check the destination of the train: the UCPA is located in Argentière in Haute-Savoie (74) and not in Argentière-les-Écrins (05). You are coming by plane: The nearest airport is Geneva Airport, a 1.5-hour shuttle from Chamonix. For shuttle schedules, consult the Tourism Office website. UCPA has a partnership with the shuttle company Mountain Drop-offs. Discount code: UCPA1415. You are coming by car: Take the white highway to Chamonix, then the national road 506 to Argentière, 8 km up from Chamonix. The UCPA sports center is located 50 m from the SNCF train station. There is no parking within the UCPA sports center. However, it is possible to find free but limited parking spaces in the village. To preserve the planet and not have worries (snowy roads in winter, difficult parking), if possible, prefer public transport.

Argentière - Mont-Blanc Valley:


170 Charlet Straton Street - 74400 Chamonix-Mont-Blanc
Tél.: 00 (33) 4 50 54 07 11

Address and access

You are coming by train:
Get off at Argentière SNCF station (changing at Saint-Gervais/Le Fayet), located 50 m from the UCPA sports village. Check the destination of the train: the UCPA is located in Argentière in Haute-Savoie (74) and not in Argentière-les-Écrins (05).

You are coming by plane:
The nearest airport is Geneva Airport, a 1.5-hour shuttle from Chamonix. For shuttle schedules, consult the Tourism Office website.
UCPA has a partnership with the shuttle company Mountain Drop-offs. Discount code: UCPA1415.

You are coming by car:
Take the white highway to Chamonix, then the national road 506 to Argentière, 8 km up from Chamonix. The UCPA sports center is located 50 m from the SNCF train station. There is no parking within the UCPA sports center. However, it is possible to find free but limited parking spaces in the village.

To preserve the planet and not have worries (snowy roads in winter, difficult parking), if possible, prefer public transport.

Argentière - Mont-Blanc Valley:


170 Charlet Straton Street - 74400 Chamonix-Mont-Blanc
Tél.: 00 (33) 4 50 54 07 11

Equipment not included

Clothing and personal equipment to bring
- sports shoes or mountain bike shoes (you can bring your clipless pedals)
- mountain bike shorts or shorts
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- mountain bike gloves
- In case of bad weather get on shoes and leg warmers
- sunglasses (minimum 3 protection)
- “breathable” T-shirt (s)
- fleece jacket or small down jacket
- waterproof and breathable Goretex jacket
- warm pantyhose
- 2 or 3 pairs of cycling socks
- minimum 1.5l bike bottle or water bag
- lightweight “flip flop” type shoes
- small personal pharmacy (take a total screen sunscreen)
- toilet paper
- pocket money
- identity paper
- swimsuit
- a small Tupperware box that seals hermetically to put your little picnic salad
- a trash bag to protect your belongings from the rain

On site, numerous sports shops with a large choice and competitive rates.
In case of doubt about the necessary equipment, you can refine your choice of equipment with the help of our instructors, and according to the weather conditions.

Typical contents of the first aid kit
- Personal medications if you are subject to particular disorders (allergies, etc.)
- Survival blanket
- What to prevent and treat blisters
- What to relieve ankle and knee problems: “Elasto” type bands
- What to clean small wounds: soaked compresses
- Sun protection for skin and lips
- What to relieve intestinal problems following changes in diet
- Something to relieve headaches and aches
- What to relieve insect bites
Ask your doctor and pharmacist for advice and think that you will have to go to your pharmacy, so only bring the minimum necessary.

Lodging
- Hand towel (sheets are provided)
- Bath sheets, swimsuit
- Padlocks to secure your individual cabinet

Equipment not included

Clothing and personal equipment to bring
- sports shoes or mountain bike shoes (you can bring your clipless pedals)
- mountain bike shorts or shorts
- mountain bike gloves
- In case of bad weather get on shoes and leg warmers
- sunglasses (minimum 3 protection)
- “breathable” T-shirt (s)
- fleece jacket or small down jacket
- waterproof and breathable Goretex jacket
- warm pantyhose
- 2 or 3 pairs of cycling socks
- minimum 1.5l bike bottle or water bag
- lightweight “flip flop” type shoes
- small personal pharmacy (take a total screen sunscreen)
- toilet paper
- pocket money
- identity paper
- swimsuit
- a small Tupperware box that seals hermetically to put your little picnic salad
- a trash bag to protect your belongings from the rain

On site, numerous sports shops with a large choice and competitive rates.
In case of doubt about the necessary equipment, you can refine your choice of equipment with the help of our instructors, and according to the weather conditions.

Typical contents of the first aid kit
- Personal medications if you are subject to particular disorders (allergies, etc.)
- Survival blanket
- What to prevent and treat blisters
- What to relieve ankle and knee problems: “Elasto” type bands
- What to clean small wounds: soaked compresses
- Sun protection for skin and lips
- What to relieve intestinal problems following changes in diet
- Something to relieve headaches and aches
- What to relieve insect bites
Ask your doctor and pharmacist for advice and think that you will have to go to your pharmacy, so only bring the minimum necessary.

Lodging
- Hand towel (sheets are provided)
- Bath sheets, swimsuit
- Padlocks to secure your individual cabinet

Physical intensity

Intensity ** Fitness - Mountain biking

Physical Intensity - ** Fitness
Approximately 30 km/day and a maximum altitude difference of 600 m.

Physical intensity

Intensity ** Fitness - Mountain biking

Physical Intensity - ** Fitness
Approximately 30 km/day and a maximum altitude difference of 600 m.

Level of expertise

DH and Enduro Mountain Biking Insider

You have some mountain biking or BMX experiences. You master the basic techniques (gear change, braking dosage, grip management).
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You are able to cross a step of about 15 cm both uphill and downhill. You have discovered the practice of mountain biking on various terrain (bumps, slopes, roots, steep passages, stones). You drive on blue or red routes. You will discover some advanced techniques, bunny up, hairpin turns or jumps, skidding, small jumps...
Mountain bike level: Biker 1 and 2.

Level of expertise

DH and Enduro Mountain Biking Insider

You have some mountain biking or BMX experiences. You master the basic techniques (gear change, braking dosage, grip management). You are able to cross a step of about 15 cm both uphill and downhill. You have discovered the practice of mountain biking on various terrain (bumps, slopes, roots, steep passages, stones). You drive on blue or red routes. You will discover some advanced techniques, bunny up, hairpin turns or jumps, skidding, small jumps...
Mountain bike level: Biker 1 and 2.

Restauration

All meals are included, from lunch on the first day to lunch on the last day of stay.
From Monday to Friday, lunches are in the form of a picnic (ingredients made available in the form of a buffet, at breakfast time, you will carry your picnic every day).
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Remember to take a “lunch box” or equivalent to carry lunchtime salads in your bag. To avoid overconsumption of plastic and disposable packaging, it is not provided.
Also remember to bring a water bottle.

For daily activities, grocery items are provided, however, if you are a heavy consumer of cereal, chocolate or energy bars, we advise you to bring some as well.

Restauration

All meals are included, from lunch on the first day to lunch on the last day of stay.
From Monday to Friday, lunches are in the form of a picnic (ingredients made available in the form of a buffet, at breakfast time, you will carry your picnic every day).
Remember to take a “lunch box” or equivalent to carry lunchtime salads in your bag. To avoid overconsumption of plastic and disposable packaging, it is not provided.
Also remember to bring a water bottle.

For daily activities, grocery items are provided, however, if you are a heavy consumer of cereal, chocolate or energy bars, we advise you to bring some as well.

Management

Each of the activities is supervised by state-certified instructors or trainee instructors.
Knowledge of the mountains, mastery of safety and logistics, they will put everything in?
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Work for you to make the most of your stay.

Management

Each of the activities is supervised by state-certified instructors or trainee instructors.
Knowledge of the mountains, mastery of safety and logistics, they will put everything in? Work for you to make the most of your stay.

Important information

You are responsible for cleaning your room during your stay.
The room must be left clean upon departure.

To know everything about the Chamonix Valley, mountain conditions, ski lifts, entertainment, accommodation
...
www.chamonix.com
www.compniedumontblanc.com
www.ohm-chamonix.com
www.chamonixsport.com

Important information

You are responsible for cleaning your room during your stay.
The room must be left clean upon departure.

To know everything about the Chamonix Valley, mountain conditions, ski lifts, entertainment, accommodation
www.chamonix.com
www.compniedumontblanc.com
www.ohm-chamonix.com
www.chamonixsport.com

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