La Petite Vadrouille A guided heritage tour by E-MTB

Looking for an alternative way to explore Val d’Isère? This summer, follow the guide along the Petite Vadrouille route for an original electric mountain bike experience combining local heritage and a chance to meet the locals. In a friendly spirit, go exploring the village and the surrounding area at a pleasant pace that anyone can enjoy.

La Petite Vadrouille explained

La Petite Vadrouille is an alternative tour of Val d’Isère, by electric mountain bike. In the company of an MTB instructor and a guide from the FACIM foundation, set off to discover the local history and heritage, as well as some fascinating fun facts about the village.

The power-assisted bikes make this pleasant experience accessible to all. The route mainly follows the Val Pesto green trail and can be adapted to suit the level of the group. For families, groups of friends and anyone who is simply eager to discover the mountains from a different angle, this tour combines exploration, the magic of nature and the joys of cycling.

Practical information

When: Every Monday from 6 July to 24 August.

Duration: approximately 2½ hours (9.30am – 12pm).

Starting point: Chalet VTTAE, esplanade outside the Centre Aquasportif.

The price includes: E-MTB hire, helmet, guide, visits and a snack.

Price: €20, free for children under the age of 5.

Level: All levels.

Group size: 3 to 13 participants.

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Unveil the secrets of Val d’Isère

During your trip, besides admiring the scenery, you’ll plunge into the very history of the village as you learn about local traditions, mountain farming and the wealth of expertise that, even today, lies behind the identity of Val d’Isère. The guide’s presence and your discussions will make every stop even more fascinating and reveal the resort from a different angle.

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Discover the village and the local history with a professional guide

An experience to awaken the senses

The Petite Vadrouille experience is all about taking your time, stopping for breaks along the way. One highlight is a tasting of local products, a chance to discover the specialities of the upper Tarentaise valley, all in a friendly spirit.

Five reasons to do La Petite Vadrouille!

- An original combination of physical exercise, culture and gastronomy.

- Accessible to all thanks to the power-assisted mountain bikes.

- An authentic Val d’Isère heritage experience.

- A family-friendly excursion, also ideal for groups of friends.

- All in the company of a local guide and an MTB instructor

Prefer to follow the route unguided?

The Petite Vadrouille route largely follows the Val Pesto, an easy, waymarked 18-km MTB trail, perfect for an outing with family or friends. If you fancy exploring at your own pace, simply hire a mountain bike, with or without powered assistance and set off along the route, not forgetting to take plenty of water with you.

You’ll admire the same beautiful scenery and visit the different hamlets of Val d’Isère, stopping to learn more from the information panels dotted along the way. This unguided excursion does not, however, include professional guidance or the tasting of local products.

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