Hike through alpine flora and mountain wildlife: discover a wide variety of flowers in the heart of the Vanoise National Park… with a possible surprise encounter with marmots!
These outings focus on discovering the rich diversity of alpine plants and how they adapt to different vegetation zones: a chance to sharpen your mind and senses by taking the time to smell and touch (but not pick!) the flora around you.
Alongside botany, you’ll learn walking tips inspired by Qi Gong, Yoga, and “mindful carrying”: a healing, light, and relaxing approach to walking in nature.
Meeting point: 8:50am at the bottom of the Manchet chairlift – Departure at 9am, return by 12:15pm
Ascent: 200–250m
Bring: sturdy hiking shoes with good grip, a small backpack, WATER, and weather-appropriate clothing. Binoculars welcome.
Group size: 6 to 12 people max – Minimum age: 7 years old
FREE activity – Registration required at the Vanoise Info Point, Val d’Isère Tourist Office ( +33 (0)4 79 06 06 60)
Marie-Odile is a qualified mountain leader, botanical specialist, and certified instructor in Nordic walking, Pilates, Qi Gong, and Yoga. She is also officially certified with the “Esprit Parc National” label by the Vanoise National Park.
Access by your own vehicle or free shuttle buses (allow 15–20 min on foot from the last shuttle stop to the base of the Manchet Express chairlift to arrive on time).
This outing is part of the 10th anniversary of the “Esprit Parc National” label.
Book ahead at the Vanoise Information Point in Val d’Isère (+33 (0)4 79 06 06 60), open during the summer season.
Alongside botany, you’ll learn walking tips inspired by Qi Gong, Yoga, and “mindful carrying”: a healing, light, and relaxing approach to walking in nature.
Meeting point: 8:50am at the bottom of the Manchet chairlift – Departure at 9am, return by 12:15pm
Ascent: 200–250m
Bring: sturdy hiking shoes with good grip, a small backpack, WATER, and weather-appropriate clothing. Binoculars welcome.
Group size: 6 to 12 people max – Minimum age: 7 years old
FREE activity – Registration required at the Vanoise Info Point, Val d’Isère Tourist Office ( +33 (0)4 79 06 06 60)
Marie-Odile is a qualified mountain leader, botanical specialist, and certified instructor in Nordic walking, Pilates, Qi Gong, and Yoga. She is also officially certified with the “Esprit Parc National” label by the Vanoise National Park.
Access by your own vehicle or free shuttle buses (allow 15–20 min on foot from the last shuttle stop to the base of the Manchet Express chairlift to arrive on time).
This outing is part of the 10th anniversary of the “Esprit Parc National” label.
Book ahead at the Vanoise Information Point in Val d’Isère (+33 (0)4 79 06 06 60), open during the summer season.
