A BRIEF OVERVIEW OF THE TRIP
Pure action/HappyThis 7-day stay in the splendid Chamonix valley consists of a dozen sessions for beginners. It is organized around 5 days supervised by mountain biking, rafting, climbing and hiking instructors.
A BRIEF OVERVIEW OF THE TRIP
Pure action/HappyIf you are between 18 and 25 years old, take advantage of a special youth rate and come and learn mountain biking and other mountain sports on the Mont-Blanc glaciers.This 7-day stay in the splendid Chamonix valley consists of a dozen sessions for beginners. It is organized around 5 days supervised by mountain biking, rafting, climbing and hiking instructors.
THE BEST OF THE PRODUCT
Tarif 18-25 ansMultisports- Exceptional landscapes
- Numerous mountain bike routes facing Mont Blanc
- The sports village with swimming pool, ideally located
- A preferential youth rate for adult stays (18-40 or 18-55 years old)
THE BEST OF THE PRODUCT
Tarif 18-25 ans
Multisports
- Exceptional landscapes
- Numerous mountain bike routes facing Mont Blanc
- The sports village with swimming pool, ideally located
- A preferential youth rate for adult stays (18-40 or 18-55 years old)
OTHER ACTIVITIES INCLUDED IN THE OFFER
PHYSIQUE CONDITION
Casual sportsman
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Casual sportsman
You practice a sporting activity throughout the year, on a regular basis or not. But you are able to run for about 1 hour, swim for 30 minutes, or pedal for about 2 hours.
You practice a sporting activity throughout the year, on a regular basis or not. But you are able to run for about 1 hour, swim for 30 minutes, or pedal for about 2 hours.
LEVEL OF PRATICE
Never done
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Never done
Technical level - Never done You start the activity. Site, material and pedagogy are specially designed to facilitate the discovery, introduction and learning of the chosen sport.
Technical level - Never done You start the activity. Site, material and pedagogy are specially designed to facilitate the discovery, introduction and learning of the chosen sport.
Included
- Accommodation (sheets provided in the village, not provided in the accommodations during raids and itineraries)
- Transport related to the activity, ski lifts provided for in the program
- The catering
- Framing
- Specific equipment
- The animation
- 10 sessions supervised by mountain biking, rafting, climbing and hiking instructors, from Monday to Friday.
Not Included
- Transport
- The drinks
- Personal equipment
- Complementary insurances
- Bathroom linen
- Mountain bike gloves
On option
- Arrived the day before
- Accommodation for 2 in a double room
- Yoga (3 sessions)
The program
Day by dayDay of arrival
Reception on Sundays from 10 am and if possible before 5 pm. Installation in the rooms and reception of sports equipment.
Before the welcome meeting at 6 p.m., you can enjoy the swimming pool in the sports village or its proximity to the village of Argentière.
If you purchased the “arrival before” option, please show up at the Argentière sports village between 5 pm and 7 pm on Saturday.
If you arrive after these hours, please ask for the code in advance by email at: argentiere@ucpa.asso.fr
Access to the sports village is closed from 9 pm on Saturdays and Sundays and from 7 pm on other days.
If you purchased the “arrival before” option, please show up at the Argentière sports village between 5 pm and 7 pm on Saturday.
If you arrive after these hours, please ask for the code in advance by email at: argentiere@ucpa.asso.fr
Access to the sports village is closed from 9 pm on Saturdays and Sundays and from 7 pm on other days.
During your stay
Program given for information only. Depending on the group, the rotation of activities is different.
Monday - A half-day of mountain biking techniques: balancing, braking followed by a half-day of tree-climbing courses.
Monday - A half-day of mountain biking techniques: balancing, braking followed by a half-day of tree-climbing courses.
Tuesday - A day of mountain biking between Argentière and Chamonix.
Wednesday - Morning: Climbing session on one of the sites in the valley.
Afternoon: Rafting down the Arve, the river that crosses the Chamonix valley.
Thursday - A beautiful hike to enjoy the unique landscape from the natural viewpoint of the Aiguilles Rouges massif. Access by cable car.
During the day: 600 m of altitude difference.
Friday - A day of mountain biking between Argentière and Vallorcine. Possibility to take the ski lifts to make beautiful routes with descending profiles.
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.
Wednesday - Morning: Climbing session on one of the sites in the valley.
Afternoon: Rafting down the Arve, the river that crosses the Chamonix valley.
Thursday - A beautiful hike to enjoy the unique landscape from the natural viewpoint of the Aiguilles Rouges massif. Access by cable car.
During the day: 600 m of altitude difference.
Friday - A day of mountain biking between Argentière and Vallorcine. Possibility to take the ski lifts to make beautiful routes with descending profiles.
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
Saturday - Free time with the possibility of visiting the chalet in the Aiguilles Rouges reserve or visiting Chamonix (on your own, free bus).
The ski lift pass is still valid, for a last panorama from the top of a cable car.
Check-out of the rooms before 14:00 and end of the stay afterwards.
Check-out of the rooms before 14:00 and end of the stay afterwards.
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), raft equipment (neoprene wetsuit and slippers, life jacket), hiking equipment (neoprene wetsuit and slippers, life jacket), climbing equipment (harness, helmet, lanyard)...
Mountain bike equipment (mountain bike, helmet, backpack), hiking equipment (shoes, backpack), climbing equipment (slippers, harness, helmet), raft equipment (neoprene wetsuit and slippers, life jacket), hiking equipment (neoprene wetsuit and slippers, life jacket), climbing equipment (harness, helmet, lanyard)...
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), raft equipment (neoprene wetsuit and slippers, life jacket), hiking equipment (neoprene wetsuit and slippers, life jacket), climbing equipment (harness, helmet, lanyard)...
It is recent and up to standard equipment.
Mountain bike equipment (mountain bike, helmet, backpack), hiking equipment (shoes, backpack), climbing equipment (slippers, harness, helmet), raft equipment (neoprene wetsuit and slippers, life jacket), hiking equipment (neoprene wetsuit and slippers, life jacket), climbing equipment (harness, helmet, lanyard)...
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.
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
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
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
- mountain bike shorts or shorts
- mountain bike gloves
- sports shoes or mountain bike shoes
- 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 tightly
- 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 bring only the minimum necessary.
Lodging
- Hand towel (sheets are provided)
- Bath sheets, swimsuit
- Padlocks to secure your individual wardrobe
- 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 tightly
- 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 bring only the minimum necessary.
Lodging
- Hand towel (sheets are provided)
- Bath sheets, swimsuit
- Padlocks to secure your individual wardrobe
Equipment not included
Clothing and personal equipment to bring
- sports shoes or mountain bike shoes
- 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 tightly
- 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 bring only the minimum necessary.
Lodging
- Hand towel (sheets are provided)
- Bath sheets, swimsuit
- Padlocks to secure your individual wardrobe
- sports shoes or mountain bike shoes
- 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 tightly
- 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 bring only the minimum necessary.
Lodging
- Hand towel (sheets are provided)
- Bath sheets, swimsuit
- Padlocks to secure your individual wardrobe
Physical intensity
Casual sportsman
You practice a sporting activity throughout the year, on a regular basis or not. But you are able to run for about 1 hour, swim for 30 minutes, or pedal for about 2 hours.
You practice a sporting activity throughout the year, on a regular basis or not. But you are able to run for about 1 hour, swim for 30 minutes, or pedal for about 2 hours.
Physical intensity
Casual sportsman
You practice a sporting activity throughout the year, on a regular basis or not. But you are able to run for about 1 hour, swim for 30 minutes, or pedal for about 2 hours.
You practice a sporting activity throughout the year, on a regular basis or not. But you are able to run for about 1 hour, swim for 30 minutes, or pedal for about 2 hours.
Level of expertise
Never done
Technical level - Never done
Technical level - Never done
You start the activity. Site, material and pedagogy are specially designed to facilitate the discovery, introduction and learning of the chosen sport.
Level of expertise
Never done
Technical level - Never done
You start the activity. Site, material and pedagogy are specially designed to facilitate the discovery, introduction and learning of the chosen sport.
Technical level - Never done
You start the activity. Site, material and pedagogy are specially designed to facilitate the discovery, introduction and learning of the chosen sport.
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, transport by you, every day, of the picnic).
From Monday to Friday, lunches are in the form of a picnic (ingredients made available in the form of a buffet, at breakfast time, transport by you, every day, of the picnic).
Remember to take a “lunch box” or equivalent to carry lunch salads in your bag. To avoid the overconsumption of plastic and disposable packaging, it is not provided.
Also remember to take a water bottle.
For day activities, running supplies are provided.
Also remember to take a water bottle.
For day activities, running supplies are provided.
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, transport by you, every day, of the picnic).
Remember to take a “lunch box” or equivalent to carry lunch salads in your bag. To avoid the overconsumption of plastic and disposable packaging, it is not provided.
Also remember to take a water bottle.
For day activities, running supplies are provided.
From Monday to Friday, lunches are in the form of a picnic (ingredients made available in the form of a buffet, at breakfast time, transport by you, every day, of the picnic).
Remember to take a “lunch box” or equivalent to carry lunch salads in your bag. To avoid the overconsumption of plastic and disposable packaging, it is not provided.
Also remember to take a water bottle.
For day activities, running supplies are provided.
Management
Each of the activities is supervised by state-certified instructors or trainee instructors.
Knowledge of the mountains, control of safety and logistics, they will do everything they can to make the most of your stay.
Knowledge of the mountains, control of safety and logistics, they will do everything they can 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, control of safety and logistics, they will do everything they can to make the most of your stay.
Knowledge of the mountains, control of safety and logistics, they will do everything they can 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 find out everything about the Chamonix Valley, mountain conditions, ski lifts, entertainment, accommodation:
The room must be left clean upon departure.
To find out everything about the Chamonix Valley, mountain conditions, ski lifts, entertainment, accommodation:
www.chamonix.com
www.compniedumontblanc.com
www.ohm-chamonix.com
www.chamonixsport.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 find out everything about the Chamonix Valley, mountain conditions, ski lifts, entertainment, accommodation:
www.chamonix.com
www.compniedumontblanc.com
www.ohm-chamonix.com
www.chamonixsport.com
The room must be left clean upon departure.
To find out 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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