Serre Chevalier (Alpes du Sud) - Between the valleys and the high peaks, we're getting ready for some grandiose adventures with the arrival of fine weather in Serre Chevalier Briançon located in the Hautes-Alpes in the South of France. It promises to be a rich summer, with the 2024 Olympic Games and the Tour de France in the background.
New: the loyalty programme
Supported by the Serre Chevalier Vallée Briançon Tourist Office, the ADN Serre Che programme brings together those who love the destination, those who are regulars, those who are loyal to Serre Chevalier Briançon for generations, more recent holidaymakers and even those who live here all year round...
By signing up, you become an ambassador and benefit from personalised behind-the-scenes experiences at the destination. You'll be able to enjoy special moments at events, try out exclusive new experiences, be the first to hear about new products and news, and discover many other surprises...
Outdoor activities
With 300 days of sunshine a year, Serre Chevalier is the ideal place for outdoor activities.
Le Nid" climbing wall
It's impossible to go to Serre Chevalier without taking part in a climbing session, which is the "national sport" here. The Parc des Sports de Briançon has been awarded the "Centre de Préparation aux JO de Paris 2024" label for climbing. This means that since spring, delegations from all over the world have been able to come and train here.
Climbers will be keen to try out the "Le Nid" climbing wall. It's an outdoor climbing area of international difficulty that's open all year round. And what a wall it is! Inaugurated in July 2023, last summer it hosted the IFSC World Cup in difficulty. This summer, the difficulty event will be joined by the speed event for the very first time in Briançon. The rest of the year, the 80 difficulty routes (4a to 9a) and the speed wall are open to volunteers of all levels!
- Prices: not published
The "Grand Cols Tour" and reserved passes
Attention cycling fans: once again this summer, the legendary mountain passes of Alpine cycling are yours for the taking during the special "Tournée des Grands Cols" week. from 4 to 9 July 2024 !
Galibier, Granon, Izoard, Agnel and Échelle will be closed to traffic in the morning so that you can take on these giants of the Hautes-Alpes in complete safety.
- Prices: access is free and open to all, with a welcome and refreshments at the summit.
Rafting
Did you know that the Serre Chevalier valley was nicknamed "the valley of the Guisane"? The Guisane is the name of the river that flows down the 27km of the valley through its villages and hamlets. It is ideal for white-water sports such as rafting.
Discovery rafting on the Haute Guisane is open to children aged 6 and over. The activity, which consists of descending stretches of river with rapids caused by strong currents and possible obstacles on board an inflatable boat called a "raft", takes place over 3 hours, two of which are spent on the water.
- Rates: half day Rafting Discovery Haute Guisane is 45 euros
Events not to be missed
The Tour de France
As the start is in Italy, Briançon will be the first French town to be crossed by the Tour 2024!
Please note the 2 JulyOn the 4th Pinerolo-Valloire stage, the cyclists will cross the Franco-Italian border to descend to Briançon via the Montgenèvre pass before crossing the Serre Chevalier valley from end to end. The Lautaret and Galibier passes then await them before the descent to Valloire.
The Picnic Factory
What could be more fun for the whole family, or more romantic for a romantic get-together, than a picnic in the great outdoors? To make it perfect, use the best local produce.
In Briançon, Saint-Chaffrey, La Salle-les-Alpes, Le Monêtier-les-Bains respectively the 22, 29 July, 5 and 12 AugustHere, the valley's farmers and producers offer their produce for you to put together a picnic and enjoy in a friendly atmosphere with live music.
Medieval Festival
In Briançon 28, 29 and 30 JuneIt's time for the 20th edition of the Medieval Festival. Wanderings, shows, stalls and the skills of period craftsmen are all on the programme for this now unmissable event, at the heart of the Cité Vauban.
Our favourites
The musical A Thousand and One Nights
Experience a moment out of time with the "Tous en scène" company, who are offering a new musical comedy this summer: A Thousand and One Nights - Aladdin and the Magic Lantern.
In the exceptional setting of the Remparts de Briançon, the orchestra of musicians, actors, dancers, singers and circus performers will combine talent and humour to bring you an enchanting show. 13 performances are scheduled between the 25 July and 13 August.
- Prices: 17 euros for adults and 12 euros for children
Where to stay in Serre Chevalier?
Hotel Le Monêtier
What could be more pleasant than waking up in the fresh air, with the added bonus of a breathtaking view of the mountains? This accommodation offers you this privilege during your stay in Serre Chevalier.
With its Stabatio restaurant and 21 four-star rooms, the hotel offers a warm welcome at the foot of the resort.
- Prices For a two-night stay in early June, expect to pay around €280 for two people, including breakfast (in spring, book with the code SPRING24 and save €15% on your stay).
- Address 376 route de Grenoble, 05220 Le Monêtier-les-Bains
- Contact : 04 92 55 40 70
The Suite-Home Hotel
Suite Home Briancon Serre Chevalier is just one kilometre from the nearest ski lift and two kilometres from Briançon train station.
Convenient for those arriving by rail. The 3* establishment also has all the comforts you could wish for after a day in the mountains: a heated indoor swimming pool, a sauna, a hammam and a gym for the more courageous.
- Prices Around 200 euros for two travellers for two nights at the beginning of June
- Address Centre commercial Grande Boucle, avenue du Dauphiné, 05100 Briançon
- Contact : 04 92 20 02 00
Belline Farm
This unspoilt site is located on the heights of Briançon at the entrance to the hamlet of Pramorel, less than 3.5 km from the town centre. Two types of accommodation are available.
You can choose between 5 spacious, warmly furnished gites located on the farm. Or, if you're looking for more independence, 12 wooden chalets are spread over the two hectares surrounding the property on the edge of the forest, with an exceptional view of the Alpine peaks. Recharging your batteries guaranteed!
- Prices Around 200 euros for two travellers for two nights at the beginning of June
- Address Champ de Blanc Hameau de Pramorel, 05100 Briançon
- Contact : 04 92 20 55 56
Where to eat in Serre Chevalier
Le Quinze Neuf
Many describe it as the best steakhouse in the region... Le Quinze Neuf offers hearty, gourmet cuisine based on products cooked over a wood fire.
In this realm of meat lovers, you can sample American Black Angus, Galician veal, Basque Country pig, and a few fish and homemade gnocchi. As for the atmosphere, this eco-responsible bistro has been designed in a modern, industrial style. Don't forget to book!
- Prices menus from around 45 euros
- Address 20 avenue du 159ième, 05100 Briancon
- Contact : 04 92 24 85 72
Le Rustique
Generous, traditional local cuisine is what you'll find on the plates at Le Rustique. Trout specialities, hiker's plank, morel fondue, medieval kebab... Just reading the menu makes your mouth water.
And to top it all off, the setting is not at all unpleasant. When you choose this establishment, you'll have the pleasure of dining in a wagon or sleigh. Unusual, isn't it?
- Prices adult menu: from €25.50 to €42
- Address 36 rue du Pont d'Asfeld, Cité Vauban, 05100 Briançon, France
- Contact : 04 92 21 00 10
La Table du Cairn
In an elegant setting, indulge in a moment of gourmet pleasure and sharing. Here, fresh seasonal produce dictates the culinary inspirations of the restaurateurs.
And when you stay at the residence, you'll be able to enjoy this refined cuisine at home, with reheatable dishes that are sure to tantalise your taste buds. "This restaurant is the culmination of all our reflections on how to convey an emotion during a meal".said Aurore and Yoann.
- Prices The main course costs around twenty euros.
- Address 248 route de Grenoble, 05220 Le Monêtier-les-Bains
- Contact : 04 92 22 34 86
How to get to Serre Chevalier
- By car
All roads lead to Serre Chevalier Vallée Briançon! However, here are the two motorway exits within 100 kilometres of the resort, which is located in the Hautes-Alpes department in the Provence Alpes Côte d'Azur region:
- From Paris, Lyon, Turin or even Nice, via the Col du Lautaret
- From Marseille, Montpellier, take the A51 motorway via Aix en Provence, Sisteron. Exit at "La Saulce", 90 km from Serre Chevalier.
Good to know: for information on Col du Lautaret: +33 (0)4 65 03 00 05. This number gives you 24-hour access to traffic conditions and closures. Another useful tool: inforoute05.
- By train
The nearest station is Briançon (less than 1 km from the start of the ski lifts). You can then take the shuttle buses to the villages. There are daily direct night trains from Paris Austerlitz and daily direct trains from Marseille, Aix-en-Provence, Gap and Romans/Valence.
Another station not far away is Grenoble 117 kilometres away. From here, you can take a bus to Serre Chevalier Vallée Briançon. And don't forget that direct TGV trains from Paris take you to Grenoble in three hours, and from Lyon in 1? hours.
- By plane
In order, the nearest airports are: Turin airport at 115 kilometres, Grenoble airport at 158 kilometres, Lyon airport at 205 kilometres, Milan airports: Malpensa at 228 kilometres and Linate at 268 kilometres, and Marseille airport at 256 kilometres.
Serre Chevalier, in brief
Renowned for the quality of its air, but also and above all for attracting climbers and cyclists from the four corners of France and beyond, Serre Chevalier Briançon, on the border between Italy, Savoie and Isère, never ceases to surprise, even in summer! In figures, the ski area is : 14 747 residents year-round in the valley's four communes, 52,384 beds tourism, 300 days sunshine per year and 3664 m for the altitude of the Agneaux summit, the highest point in the valley.
Good to know: the ski lifts open from 29 June to 1 September at Chantemerle and from 6 July to 1 September at Prorel, Villeneuve and Monêtier. They provide access to the high altitude ski area, its hiking trails, via ferrata, activities (zip line and mountain kart), bike park, "Camp des Marmottes" children's park and high altitude restaurants. What are you waiting for to book your next outdoor holiday?