The 10 Best Things to Do in Auvergne-Rhone-Alpes, France

October 18, 2017 Deane Carmody

Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes is a region of France created by the territorial reform of French Regions in 2014; it resulted from the merger of Auvergne and Rhône-Alpes.
Restaurants in Auvergne-Rhone-Alpes

1. Mint Snowboarding

132 rue du Bourg | The Woods Snowboard Shop, 74110, Morzine, France +33 4 50 84 13 88
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5 based on 364 reviews

Mint Snowboarding

MINT Snowboarding offers snowboard progression for all levels & interests; offering private tuition, group sessions, snowboard camps, instructor training, Freestyle coaching & off-piste guiding. Based in the Portes du Soleil French ski resorts of Morzine, Avoriaz, Les Gets & Chatel. Whether you're looking to link your first turns, thread a needle through a tight, powdery glade or start adding some style in the park... MINT will get you progressing towards your goals!

Reviewed By Maria J - Christchurch, England, United Kingdom

My son was on his first week of snowboarding lessons. Mixed in with other children the same age, they had an amazing week with Tammy. Tammy made them all feel comfortable, made them laugh, showed them how to snowboard, had some great animal facts and quiz. Thank you we will be booking again.

2. Ultimate Snowsports Tignes

route du Lavachet | Centre Commercial, 73320 Tignes, France +33 6 24 71 44 01
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5 based on 400 reviews

Ultimate Snowsports Tignes

British Ski & Snowboard School in Tignes & Val d'Isere.Offering ski and snowboard lessons for all levels and all ages. From 3 year old children, to advanced coaching and off-piste guiding!

Reviewed By Anna C

First time on a snowboard and I was terrified. Had three 1-2-1 lessons with Rob, who was unbelievably patient and kind. Having had a tough experience in a group lesson, Rob managed to convince me to give boarding another chance! Straightforward booking system with swift response time. Seriously impressed. Would definitely recommend.

3. British Alpine Ski School

19 Place du Baraty | Place Du Baraty, 74110, Morzine, France +33 4 50 74 78 59
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5 based on 317 reviews

British Alpine Ski School

BASS Morzine & Les Gets is a snowsports school and instructor training centre based in the French alps. We have established a reputation for excellence through the exceptional quality of our group sessions, private lessons and long term training provided in English language to small, personal groups. We operate in the resorts of Morzine, Les Gets and Avoriaz in the huge Portes Du Soleil. Out of European winters we deliver courses in UK snow centres and glacier resorts such as Stubai and Les Deux Alpes.

Reviewed By CBM237 - The Hague, The Netherlands

After years of visiting various ski schools and private lessons in lots of locations we found BASS. They offer the best ski lesson experience I've ever had. Having completed their ski school classes, small groups with days off in between lessons so that you can practice (brilliant idea) I started to take private lessons. I had years of bad habits, poor confidence and a plethora of badly taught techniques that I was mashing together and not really understanding or executing very well. My lessons with Mark , thanks for your patience, have unpicked my bad habits, greatly increased my technique and my confidence is restored. Super lesson plans that were tailored to my needs had me finally conquer the dreaded red run. Well worth ever penny I just wished that I'd found them years ago. If you are a beginner start with BASS you'll save yourself a fortune and will learn to ski properly, safely and most importantly you'll have loads of fun.

4. Rebel Alliance Snowboarding

Tignes, France +44 7477 582371
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5 based on 171 reviews

Rebel Alliance Snowboarding

British snowboard coach and guide based in the resorts of Tignes and Niseko. Specialising in, private lessons, performance courses, camps and off-piste. With over 20 years of experience and a reputation second to non. Let Rebel Alliance Snowboarding take your riding to the next level.

Reviewed By Potter E

We have been riding with Simon aka Rebel Alliance now for a good few years! Working on our riding skills from technical on-piste riding, jibbing around in the parks to epic off-piste riding and experiences.
This time was another group off-piste course and after the mammoth amounts of snow that Tignes has had this season, Si delivered yet another off-piste adventure.
One of the things that makes riding with Si so enjoyable is the thought and attention to detail that he provides each member of his group.
For me on this trip, it was all about ensuring I was riding within my fitness capabilities. I broke my ankle a few months before our trip and Simon has been fantastic at assessing the regular updates we have provided him regarding my rehabilitation and fitness progress. Both before and during the trip, Simon has carefully assessed my physical requirements and constantly monitored my capabilities to ensure that I was able to ride safely and enjoyably for the time we spent with him. We discussed potential challenges the day before each ride and together would decide if the proposed riding plan was within my capabilities.
I am thrilled to say that a number of the days we had, I have ridden lines that I didn’t think I was capable of even at 100% fitness, yet alone with a dodgy ankle. A day out in ST Foy which was truly stunning and the rarely ridden & walk out across the bridge at Lac de Chevril are just two of the highlights for me from this week. Challenging and beautiful runs which I was able to complete because of the support that Si gave me.
Simon’s sense of adventure and fabulous sense of humour makes riding with him an unforgettable experience.
We look forward to many more years riding with Rebel Alliance and adding to our already extensive list of memorable adventures with Si.
Thank you Rebel Alliance. :)

5. Real Snowboarding

Chemin de Seyrosset, 74110, Morzine, France +33 6 36 95 48 45
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5 based on 89 reviews

Real Snowboarding

We are snowboard specific instructors providing expert snowboard tuition and coaching in the Portes du Soleil ski resorts of Morzine, Les Gets and Avoriaz. We deliver lessons to first time Beginners, Intermediates and Advanced. We welcome all ages and all abilities. We provide Kids Camps throughout the school holidays to ensure a fun and safe time in the Mountains!

Reviewed By Alice K

Gained so much confidence on the mountain and made the most progress with my snowboarding in just two hours. All thanks to these guys! If you’re thinking about taking a lesson, don’t hesitate - book with these guys! You won’t be disappointed.

6. SnowLimits Ski School

Place Clothilde | Savoie, Auvergne Rhone Alpes, 73120, Courchevel, France +33 6 73 82 18 04
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SnowLimits Ski School

We are a small and friendly British ski school who offer ski lessons in La Tania, Courchevel and Meribel. We provide top class BASI British ski instructors at great value. A ski lesson with SnowLimits will help you get more from your skiing, ensure progression to the next level and – most importantly – show you a good time!

Reviewed By markmcloughlin - Dublin, Ireland

We sent our three beginner children under 7 for private lessons in Courchevel over 5 afternoons with Andy. We also had 4 adults of mixed abilities take lessons as pairs with Robin also over those afternoons.
Robin gave us some great technical tips, tailoring his advice for the different levels we were at, accommodating us all, and keeping everyone motivated.
Andy was awesome with the kids, extremely patient, engaging, and fun. The children developed very quickly and were over the moon with the medals at the end of the week.
Both Andy and Robin were very accommodating, happy to change the meeting point every day.
We look forward to returning, using Snow Limits again, and would highly recommend them to anyone.

7. BASS Les Deux Alpes

Cote Brune, 38860 Les Deux-Alpes, France +33 6 23 32 00 26
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BASS Les Deux Alpes

Reviewed By jackie s - Bradford, United Kingdom

Great couple of lessons with George to build on last season .. focus on enjoying the skiing and making smoother transition in turns .... subtle mental images are difficult to put across but George does it well even to someone old enough to be his...MoreHi Jackie Thanks for taking the time to write in. George works in another BASS resort so perhaps you would like to post there as each BASS resort has its own page (this one is BASS Les 2 Alpes).

8. Fresh Snowboarding

Route du Rosset | Le Lac, 73320 Tignes, France +33 6 07 50 90 13
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Fresh Snowboarding

Exceptional quality Snowboard instruction from extremely experienced & fully qualified leading GB female coach, Renelle Mortimer. The only woman in Europe approved to Examine Snowboard Instructors. Privates, groups, camps and workshops specialising in Technical, Tactical and Psychological holistic approach for all level riders. Offering Piste, Backcountry and Freestyle (park and pipe) exceptional snowboard coaching for all ages. Based in world famous resort of Tignes/Val d'isere, France.

Reviewed By TheOriginalVicar - Lichfield, United Kingdom

I'm 48 years old and I've been snowboarding since I was 30, I've had lessons with many different instructors across lots of different resorts across the years but hands down the best is Renelle at Fresh Snowboarding.
Renelle's approach is fresh and comprehensive.
I had 3 x 3 hr lessons with my 15 year son last week, we both had different objectives from the lessons and Renelle was able to meet them all
My only regret was that I had not booked more lessons
Hope to ride with you again

9. Reflex Ski School

Boudu Sport Skiset | La Plagne 1800, 73214 Macot-la-Plagne, Aime, France +33 6 13 80 80 56
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Reflex Ski School

Reviewed By George A - Wantage, United Kingdom

Had a great day of off-piste guiding with Youri. All of the avalanche equipment was included in the price. Youri was a fantastic guide and took us on some sick off-piste trails including couloirs and tree skiing. Would highly recommend and will use again if I come back to la plagne.
George

10. Mont Blanc

Chamonix, France
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Mont Blanc

A towering mountain range on the Italian border, the highest peak of which measures nearly 16,000 feet, making it the second highest mountain in Europe.

Reviewed By tokross - Yardley, Pennsylvania

Truly remarkable. From the tunnel to the town to the mountain, everything is amazing. Well designed to ensure visitors are safe and can appreciate the views. Well worth the excursion even if you only have a few hours.
Two tips
1. The weather at the top is NOT as cold as you would expect. It did not feel like -22. Dress warm but don’t obsess.
2. Don’t assume the wether at the top based upon the weather at the base. The summit is above the cloud line so the views are amazing. Our visit had significant clouds at 2-3000m. It only added to the view from 3,800m.

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