Skiing, snowboarding, walking, water sports
around the 'Manoir de Bellecombe'

The MANOIR DE BELLECOMBE is set in the heart of the Alps, in the Savoie, in the world's largest ski area.
The MANOIR DE BELLECOMBE gives you the perfect opportunity of seeing life in the mountains from traditional small villages to the large international ski resorts, from pine forests to alpine glaciers, from gentle slopes to the steep black ski runs...
Its superb location near the Vanoise National Park, the Col de la Madeleine, the Morel Leisure Centre, the white water of the Doron River and the Eau Rousse Canyon and numerous lakes, means that there is a huge range of sporting activities.
The MANOIR DE BELLECOMBE is in a region with a fascinating historical past and a varied natural environment, perfect for sight seeing.
We provide details and advice on all the leisure and sporting activities to be found in the area so that you get the best out of your holiday with us.

Winter snow sports :

The ski resort of Valmorel is only 15 mins. drive from the MANOIR DE BELLECOMBE whether you are a snowboarder, skier or cross-country skier. The resort covers 3600 hectares, has 84 kms of runs and 60 ski lifts.
The 3 Valleys ski area (Courchevel, Meribel, Les Menuires, Val Thorens) is 30 mins. away.
The Lauziere mountain is wonderful for going snowshoeing and ski touring.
Other activities include ski-joëring in Courchevel and husky sleigh rides in Valmorel.

Summer sports :

Walking: There are all levels of walks from the door of the MANOIR from those suitable for families to high altitude hiking. Maps are available.
Horse riding: Morel Leisure centre (700 m).
Climbing: There is a climbing wall at the nearby Morel Leisure Centre. Rock climbing areas at: Doucy, Naves, Nd. du Pré...
Canyoning: Eau Rousse canyon is within 10 mins. for beginners to advanced.
Via Ferata: There is an exceptional via ferrata (equipped mountain route) in the resort of Pralognan.
White water rafting, hydrospeed, canoë rafting: There are white water sports on the Doron and Isere rivers, near the town of Moutiers. . Franceraft offer clients staying at the MANOIR DE BELLECOMBE a 10% reduction on  their rafting and hydrospeed  trips. For more information contact www.franceraft.com

All year round sports activities

Swimming pool, sauna, jacuzzi, tennis courts, mini-golf: at the Morel Leisure Centre
Fishing : The Morel mountain stream at the bottom of our garden and many lakes nearby (La Tempête, Tueda, Rosuel)
Cycling and mountain biking: from the door of the Manoir