The Les Orres ski resort kicks off its summer season with the pre-opening of its lifts on June 12 and 13. After a year's forced shutdown, the chairlifts will be back in service, transporting pedestrians and mountain bikers eager for a well-deserved breath of fresh air! The reunion will be marked by new features at the bike park and at our activity providers, events and activities all summer long, and of course by the smiles of the resort's professionals, who are just as eager to share their attachment to their region. The resort will then be open on June 19/20, then continuously from June 26 to August 30, and to prolong the pleasure on the weekends of September 4/5, 10/11/12 and 18/19, 2021.
IN ADRENALINE MODE
NEW SpeedLine: one of Europe's longest zip lines!
Thrills guaranteed on the SpeedLine, with an adrenaline rush at 140 km/h! The new Les Orres zip line is the fifth longest in France, and one of the longest in Europe, with a length of 1870 m. Accessible from the age of 8, the SpeedLine allows you to fly over the cycling area and pastures at over 105 m above the ground, installed in a gondola similar to that of a paraglider.
The ride starts from the top of the Pic Vert chairlift, at an altitude of 2,240 m, for almost two kilometers of thrills to be enjoyed lying down, alone or in pairs, before the smooth arrival at Les Orres. The result: a unique panorama of Lake Serre-Ponçon and the Embrun valley.
Info: age 8 and over, minimum weight 35 kg. Prices: €35 solo, €60 duo (excluding lifts); 5%/person discount with Passep'Orres.
Contact: Speedline Les Orres - 06 52 96 06 43
IN WELLNESS MODE
NEW Barefoot hiking
Get back in touch with the earth - that's the promise of this sensory hike for our battered feet! Supervised by mountain guide Elodie, this session focuses on your feet and the sensations of walking. Hikers are then introduced to foot reflexology, a gentle, natural therapy that reinforces the body's energetic balance, before testing out the benefits of barefoot walking. As the walk continues, the "spring" effect is immediate: your feet feel so light that you can effortlessly negotiate the last hurdles! A bluffing, relaxing experience.
Information : From 8 years old. Price: €30/person.
Contact: Bureau Montagne Serre-Ponçon Écrins - 06 37 46 89 56
IN DISCOVERY MODE
NEW Journey through the history of Les Orres
Venture away from the resort to explore the hamlet trails and discover the treasures of Les Orres. Departing from the main town of Les Orres and the hamlet of Les Ribes, two new signposted loops of 3.5 and 9 km explore the little-known heritage of Les Orres. Ruins of the ancient château, chapels, church and campanile tell the story of life in days gone by, while offering an exceptional 360° panorama. And don't forget to grab a cold drink at Maison Fichet, a charming and eclectic bistro in the village center, with a media library and grocery store. A trip back in time for all the family.
If the ski pass opens the doors to the ski area in winter, the Passp'Orres opens the doors to the mountain in summer! All aboard for a sensational week.
Available in 1, 3, 6 or 13-day versions, the Passp'Orres offers unlimited access to the heated outdoor pool, skating rink, tobogganing, tennis courts, cinema, board games, multi-sports equipment, boules and pedestrian chairlifts. The pass also entitles the holder to discounts of up to 30% on a wide range of activities, so you can strengthen family ties!
Musical atmosphere and downhill to Lake Serre-Ponçon with the ambassad'Orres!
3rd edition of this 3-day festival, open to all, dedicated to well-being and vitality. Yoga, meditation, relaxation, muscular awakening, stretching, trail running, hiking, massages, cooking and cosmetics workshops: all the ingredients for an invigorating break. Info and booking on www.lesorres.com
For this national holiday evening, an open-air DJ concert from 9pm on Place Emile Hodoul and a grand fireworks display at 10:15pm on the 1650 snow front
Every Tuesday from July 20 to August 17: a free open-air concert at Les Orres 1650 or 1800, with a variety of groups and musical themes.
Les Orres puts families in the spotlight with the 8th edition of this festival specially dedicated to children and their parents. On the program: three days of festivities with entertainment, shows, clowns, magicians, storytelling walks, family yoga, games... Info on www.lesorres.com
Every year, Les Orres (in collaboration with the Association Marseillaise d'Astronomie) takes part in this event to promote and share with as many people as possible the natural heritage of our starry skies, free from light pollution
Large fireworks display at 10pm on the 1650 snow front, preceded at 8pm by a Dance Party on the Place Emile Hodoul
The cols réservés make a stopover in Les Orres. Access to the resort (D40) will be closed to motorized traffic and reserved for cyclists from 9.30am to 11.30am. Free access, open to all, no registration, no ranking.
Two days of madness for the final round of the French Downhill Cup, during which the cream of French downhillers will set the slopes on fire!
A timed run, a pumptrack contest, a concert, a partners' village and a barbecue at the end of the day are all on hand to bring the season to a fitting close. Plus: free ski pass for girls!
And of course, every week, a host of free events await young and old alike:
sporting discoveries, well-being, explorations, culture, to be enjoyed with the family or as a romantic getaway; there's something for everyone!
Find out more about all the new and exclusive features in the Summer 2021 press kit