Inspirations & Ideas

On a gentle walk along the pedestrian trails, departing from Sommand or Praz de Lys (on request), I will guide you on a journey into the heart of the station’s history, alpine pastures, and mountain traditions that have shaped life here. From the heights of the plateau, we will trace the evolution of Praz de Lys Sommand: from the first alpine chalets to the major summer grazing periods, from the development of the ski resort to its enduring connections with the Giffre and Brevon valleys. You...

At the end of the day, as the sky’s lights merge with the winter hues, we invite you to a gentle and contemplative immersion in the heart of the Sommand Mountains. Equipped with snowshoes, we will set out on an accessible walk, guided by the observation of tracks and signs left by the local wildlife. At the end of the walk, a small igloo village will welcome us. Inside these ephemeral shelters, shaped from snow, a timeless interlude awaits: a storytelling session, inspiring imagination and...

Tuesday, December 30th at 2:30 PM : In this friendly workshop, I will reveal the history, secrets, and traditions associated with this iconic Alpine plant. During the session, you will discover: The origin of Genepi and its connection to mountain culture Simple steps to create your own Genepi preparation Delightful anecdotes about traditional alpine know-how Each participant will craft their own personalized 25 cl bottle of Genepi, which can be left to macerate at home, resulting in a liqueur...

Experience a magical mountain evening, combining nature, gourmet delights and local know-how. As night falls, set off on a guided snowshoe walk across the Sommand Plateau, accompanied by passionate professionals from the French Ski School (ESF). Back from the walk, enjoy a convivial moment with an apéritif followed by an open-air Savoyard fondue, in a warm and authentic mountain atmosphere. A timeless experience in the heart of snowy landscapes. The Poudre d’Escampette advantages A local and...

Weekly visits in the Giffre Mountains – Summer 2025 Visites jacquemardes estivales 2025 affiche.pdf

From €10 per child, €20 per adult Découverte d’un troupeau de moutons “Thônes et Marthod” été 2025 standard.pdf