There's no need to wait for the summer holidays to breathe easy. From June onwards, the 2 Alps are coming out of winter with their feet firmly on the ground. On the contrary: the Isère resort is starting its summer season with a bang, with skiing, major sports shows and the first steps towards the summits. While the heat settles in on the plains, here it's the altitude that takes over, offering a breath of fresh air, adrenalin and freshness.
Here are five reasons to give in to the call of the mountains, in complete tranquillity, just before the hustle and bustle of July.
1. Breathing in the shade of the peaks
Away from the heat and overheated asphalt, Les 2 Alpes is a refreshing break. Lakes, waterfalls, torrents, high altitude: nature becomes natural air conditioning. In June, it's the perfect time to discover the joys of white-water swimming, try your hand at paddle-boarding or rafting, or simply stroll along the lakeside with the family. The atmosphere is still peaceful, and the views are already breathtaking.
2. Experiencing your first mountain adventures
It's often in June that you get the urge to do a bit more. And that's just as well: the resort offers a host of activities accessible from a very young age. From the age of 10, you can go roped up for a glacier hiking at 3600 metres. For a gentler form of immersion, head for the bivouac at 2100 mcampfire, storytelling under the stars and brunch facing the Écrins.
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Younger children (aged 8 and over) will have a taste of the via ferrata des Lutinsa mix of fun climbing and aerial trekking. And for a thrill on two wheels : downhill mountain biking on snow from 3200 m. Finally, contemplative climbers won't want to miss the panoramic ascent to the suspended footbridge from the Écrins lookout at 3400 m.
3. Attend spectacular sports shows
June is also the month when Les 2 Alpes becomes an open-air sports venue. First with the Mountain of HellFrom 19 to 22 June, nearly 1,400 riders will race at full speed down a 25km slope from 3,200 metres. An explosive final, broadcast live on giant screens and social networks, with a TV set, fan zone and the presence of the biggest names in the sport.
Alongside the main event: a version E-bike from 19 to 21, a competition kids on the 21st, and the screening of the new film by Kilian Bron on the evening of the 19th. Another major event: the legendary Red Bull X-Alpsan extreme adventure race combining paragliding and long-distance trail running. Between 18 and 22 June, the 35 international athletes taking part will be stopping off in Les 2 Alpes. It's a rare opportunity to see them flying over the peaks or to come across them in the resort, in full swing.
4. Skiing... in summer
Yes, it's possible. And highly recommended. Until 6 JulyAt the beginning of May, enthusiasts can put on their skis on the glacier, which is still covered in snow. Since the beginning of May, the FFS teams, the pros on the world circuit and young people in training have been training on the glacier. 90 slalom stadiums or within the snowpark reference.
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For the public, it's an opportunity to extend the season... or to inaugurate it in a unique setting, between high altitude and bright sunshine. Visit 16 JuneThe lucky ones will even be able to meet the French champions at a signing sessionfrom 5.30pm to 6.30pm at Les Lutins restaurant.
5. Enjoy before the crowds
Finally, June is also the luxury of tranquillity. Shops, ski lifts, tourist services: everything is already open, but without the density of July and August. This is the best time to rediscover Les 2 Alpes in slow-motion mode, enjoy an aperitif on a terrace with a view, or set out on the trails with the impression of having the mountains all to yourself. It's also a great time to take advantage of low prices on accommodation and activities.
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