The cuisine of Valloire

To say you'll eat your fill in the Maurienne valley is an understatement! The richness of Savoyard cuisine guarantees a gastronomically successful stay. As an aperitif, a board made up of several charcuteries will certainly do the trick! You'll discover the flavours of diot and old-fashioned ham from Savoie, which is often the perfect partner for a good raclette. Let's move on to the flagship products of regional gastronomy, the various dairy-based recipes. They're not the healthiest, admittedly, but they'll help you recover your strength after a day of intense activity. Savoyard fondue is one of them, traditionally prepared with three emblematic cheeses: Comté, Reblochon and Beaufort. On cold winter evenings, the people of Valloir are also used to sharing polenta and matouille. To warm up, those who don't hit the road after dinner can succumb to a glass or two of Génépi liqueur, an alcohol well known to fine gourmets who use it to flavour their pastries. A Savoyard lunch isn't really complete until it features Modane bread. This is a delicious brioche topped with chopped candied fruit.

Valloire: snow sports and summer activities

Valloire is none other than the resort where Jean-Baptiste Grange, the French alpine skier who won the slalom cup, got his start! Its 150 kilometres of groomed runs form a vast area that is perfect for both experienced skiers and beginners. If you prefer immaculate powder and quiet surroundings, try snowshoe trekking or cross-country skiing, two ways of getting close to nature! Non-skiers also have plenty to marvel at during their snow holidays. Just step into the grotto sculpted from snow and ice, a breathtaking experience! The mountain ranges are just as sublime when they're not covered in a blanket of white. Valloire invites you to come and discover its majestic forests on walks. If you're lucky, you'll spot chamois, roe deer and, if you're discreet, a few hinds. The Maurienne valley also offers some interesting challenges for climbing enthusiasts. For beginners, there's the exciting Via Ferrata route at Rocher Saint-Pierre. As for the kids, they'll be proud to cross the footbridges and zip lines at the Adventure Park.

Must-see sites around Valloire

Grenoble is the must-visit tourist destination in the greater region Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes. It's just under two hours' drive from your chalet rental in Valloire and is packed with treasures! These include architectural masterpieces such as Notre-Dame Cathedral. If your holiday is also to be a cultural one, plan to visit the Musée Dauphinois, devoted in particular to contemporary art.