SPRING, SUMMER AND AUTUMN IN VAUJANY

Summer in the Alps

DISCOVER VAUJANY YEAR ROUND

We are building up a directory of things to do in this amazing place during the spring, summer and autumn months, together with Vaujany's state-of-the-art facilities, which can be seen here. In the meantime, if you would like any further information please get in touch with us.

We hope this short film and information below gives you a flavour of the diversity of what's on offer for the whole family, from toddlers to grandparents! Our properties are designed to be family friendly, with toys and games available for our guests to use.

Outdoor activities

Whatever level of activity you are after, Vaujany and the surrounding area has something for you. From leisurely walks to mountaineering, kayaking to mountain biking the list is endless. Our top 16 is below:

With the Tour de France passing through the area every year, discover some of the most iconic cycle routes from the 21 Alpe d'Huez hairpins to the Col de la Croix de Fer and Col du Glandon.

For more information click here

More than 250km of trails connecting 8 resorts means there's something for every mountain bike enthusiast. With a practice area, Enduro trails and trial zones, the cable car from Vaujany takes you into the heart of this mountain biking

For more information click here

With 950 km of paths, covering easier family routes to more challenging climbs with peaks, lakes and glaciers, there is no shortage or trails to follow directly from Vaujany. The tourist office has hiking maps with suggestions of different routes to take and guides are available in both winter and summer.

The treetop adventure park (Accrobranche) in nearby Oz is open 7 days a week from 10am to 6pm, in July and August, and has levels suitable from ages 3 to adult. It has some pretty awesome zip wires too!

Click here for prices or to book.

On the Lac du Verney, just down the mountain from Vaujany (10 minutes by car), you can hire kayaks, canoes and pedallos. Life jackets are included. 

The local tourist office has more information here

There are 7 Via Ferrata (2 in Vaujany) and 8 climbing crags in the area. You can hire equipment from Ride for Life (2 minutes from our chalets) and an instructor/guide through Guide d'Oisans.

There are 3 outdoor climbing walls, one in Vaujany and the others not far away in Allemont and Alpe d'Huez, together with a number of indoor walls in the area. 

Take the cable car up to Montfrais, picnic by the lake, pick wild blueberries and brave the fresh mountain water! A perfect family outing. Alternatively there are 3 outdoor pools in Allemont for all ages.

There are two rafting options: one 'standard' course for the over 11s and a two-hour 'sports' course for the more adventurous (over 14s only).  

There are several local organisations offering everything from pony rides to long hacks in the mountains. 

Bureau des Guides de l'Oisans, based in nearly Oz, offer guides for canyoning, Via Ferrata, white water rafting and hikes. Click here for their website

Indoor activities (Vaujany leisure centre)

With a 25m pool, slide and waterfall, plus paddling pool for young children, there's something here for the whole family to enjoy.

For more information contact the Espace Loisirs on +33 (0) 4 76 79 83 83

Home to Grenoble's ice hockey team, come and watch a match or hire skates and take part in one of the daily public sessions.

For more information contact the Espace Loisirs on +33 (0) 4 76 79 83 83

The 4 lane bowling alley, next to the leisure centre, is open daily from mid-afternoon until late (times vary). We recommend booking. To book call:

+33 (0) 4 76 11 11 92

The gym in Vaujany's leisure centre is equipped with weights and cardio equipment for a full work out!

RELAX

With a steam room and sauna, and various treatments on offer (both through the spa and from the comfort of your chalet), Vaujany has all you need to unwind.

With an average of 300 days of sunshine a year, Vaujany is the perfect place to spend time outside. Local walks provide perfect terrain for all ages!