It's no surprise that getting to La Clusaz on Friday January 10 and Saturday January 11 will be tricky, and you'll need to plan ahead if you don't want to miss Start !

There are several possible routes to La Clusaz. All roads lead to Bélier Blanc, so it's up to you to choose the winning route!

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FROM ANNECY :

• BY CAR 

→ Approx. 40-minute journey, via D16 and D909.

→ From Thônes, if traffic is heavy, take the Col de la Croix Fry via Manigod: recommended route

→ From Doussard / end of Lake Annecy, via Bluffy, then Thônes: recommended route

Choose carpooling!

With TOGETZER, carpool in the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region and preserve our beautiful planet!

• BY BUS

→ Lines Y62 - Y63 (Annecy / La Clusaz / Le Grand-Bornand) : Go to timetables

→ Altibus : View services

→ Alpsbus : Information here.

• BY TRAIN 

→ Annecy SNCF station is 32 km away with TGV trains from many major cities. Consult timetables and bookings here.

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FROM LYON: 

• BY CAR 

→ Take the A41 (linking Grenoble to Geneva) and exit at Annecy Nord. Then follow the signs for Thônes towards the Aravis resorts (30 km).

• BY TRAIN 

→ From Lyon stations, go to Annecy, then use the bus connections. See information here.

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FROM GENEVA : 

• BY CAR 

→ Via the A40 (Autoroute Blanche), exit N°16 Bonneville, then head for Stations des Aravis (20 km).

→ Or A41, exit Annecy Nord, direction Thônes and Les Stations des Aravis (30 km).

→ From Geneva, go through the Borne gorges (Glère Val de Borne) then Saint Jean de Sixt.

• BY TRAIN 

→ Use the Léman Express from Geneva, offering up to 6 trains per hour between Geneva and Annemasse (continuous service at weekends). Bus connections then take you to La Clusaz. See timetables here.

• ARAVIS SHUTTLE 

→ Aravis Shuttle offers 5 shuttles a day between Geneva airport and La Clusaz bus station at the best prices: https: //www.aravis-shuttle.com/

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FROM ALBERTVILLE : 

→ Via the Aravis pass: recommended itinerary

PAID PARKING LOTS

- Parking du the Salon des Dames

430 covered spaces, at the entrance to the village (max. height: 2m35)
Open every day, 24 hours a day
Pay at
Platform for coaches and buses (50 spaces)

- Parking Centre Village

330 covered spaces in the heart of the village (max. height: 1m80)
Open every day, 24 hours a day
Paying

- Parking of the Bossonnet

85 covered places, at the top of the village (max. height: 2m30)
Open every day, 24 hours a day
Paying

- Perrière parking lot

At the top of the village
Open every day, 24 hours a day

PARKING

- Blue zones

The village of La Clusaz has several blue zones, subject to European regulations, which allow you to park free of charge for a maximum of one hour (using a parking disc available for sale at the Tourist Office).

The different zones:

• Roundabout of the former Caisse Centrale des Remontées Mécaniques
• The church tour
• Place Jean Prémat
• Pré de Foire
• Along the cinema
• Vatican Passage

- Parking meters

Parking in the village's other parking lots remains chargeable.
The rate for parking meters is as follows: €0.50 / 15 minutes

- Parking outside parking lots

There are several time-limited parking zones (max. 24 hours), some of which are free of charge.

List of free car parks outside the village centre

• Parking du Nant
• Parking of the Crêt du Merle
• Parking de la Combe des Juments
• Parking de l'Etale
• Parking des Laquais
• Parking des Chenons
• Parking des Confins

Are you looking for accommodation during the weekend of Bélier ?

Check the list of hotels of our partner PVG:

HOTEL AU CŒUR DU VILLAGE***** Relais & Châteaux

The only hotel in the Aravis Valley, the Au Cœur du Village hotel is ideally located in the center of the resort with a breathtaking view of the surrounding mountains. This idyllic place is completed by two restaurants, one of which is gastronomic, a bar, a Cristal Spa with heated indoor pool, sauna, hammam and treatment rooms. The staff is available and attentive to your needs to make your stay as perfect as possible.

HOTEL BEAUREGARD****

Nestled in the heart of the Aravis valley, this hotel guarantees you a quiet stay in the middle of nature. Discover its warm atmosphere with its bar, its lounge and its authentic restaurant. To recharge your batteries, the hotel also has a wellness area with a heated indoor pool, jacuzzi, hammam, sauna and solarium.

HOTEL ALPEN ROC***

This chalet, built in the purest Savoyard style, is the ideal place for a stay with family or friends. Located a few minutes walk from the center of the village, this establishment will charm you with its All Inclusive offer and its breathtaking view on the resort and the mountains. The hotel also has a heated indoor pool, a jacuzzi, a sauna and a hammam.

HOTEL CHRISTIANIA***

Perfectly located in the center of the village of La Clusaz, the host offers a view on the bell tower of the resort and the surrounding mountains. Live the festivities as close as possible to the event and let yourself be seduced by its restaurant Le Bistro, a must in the resort, open 7 days a week, from breakfast to dinner.

RESIDENCE LES GRANDES ALPES****

Located in front of the Aravis mountain range, only 3 minutes walk from the shops and the center of the village, this residence offers you a very privileged situation and also has a lounge area with billiards, table soccer... and a wellness area with a view on the surrounding nature. Thanks to its 38 apartments ranging from studios for 2 people to T6 for 12 people, you will inevitably find the apartment of your choice.

RESIDENCE LES CIMES*****

This ideally located, high quality residence consists of only 12 luxurious apartments. All apartments have a balcony or terrace with a view of the mountains! Relax in the wellness area with heated indoor pool, whirlpool and sauna.

The program

Friday, January 10

• 4:30 to 8:30 pm: Opening of the number withdrawal, Salle des fêtes de La Clusaz
• 4:30 pm to 9:30 pm: Opening of the exhibitors' village, Place de l'Eglise
• 6:45pm to 7:15pm: Musical strolling, Place de l'Eglise
• 7:15pm: Start de la Trace Etoilée, Place de l'Eglise
• 8:00 pm: Start of the Trace Poursuite, Place de l'Eglise
• 8:00 pm: First arrivals of the Trace Etoile, Crêt du Merle
• 8:15pm: First arrivals of the Trace Poursuite, Crêt du Merle
• 8:30pm: Distribution of giant tartiflette, Place de l'Eglise
• 8:30 pm to 9:00 pm: Musical parade, Place de l'Eglise
• 9:00 pm: Prize-giving ceremony, Place de l'Eglise

Saturday, January 11th

• 1:30 to 7:30 p.m.: Opening of race number collection, Salle des fêtes de La Clusaz
•  from 4:30 pm to 9:30 pm : Opening of the exhibitors' village on the church square.
• 5:00 pm to 5:30 pm: Musical parade, Place de l'Eglise
• 6.45pm to 7.15pm: Musical strolling, Télémix du Bossonnet
• 7.30pm: Start Trail 14 km, Télémix du Bossonnet
• 19h45 : Start Trail 8 km, Télémix du Bossonnet
• 7.55pm: Start Rando Raquette 6 km, Télémix du Bossonnet
• 8:20pm: First 8km finishers, Place de l'Eglise
• 8:25pm: First finishers for the 14km, Place de l'Eglise
• 8:30 pm to 9:00 pm: Musical parade, Place de l'Eglise
• 8:30pm: Distribution of giant tartiflette, Place de l'Eglise
• 9:00 pm: Prize-giving ceremony, Place de l'Eglise
• 9:20pm: First arrivals rando snowshoes, Place de l'Eglise

Skiing rando

You can collect your race number on Friday January 10th from 4.30pm to 8.30pm at the Salle des Fêtes, 99 Route de l'Étale, La Clusaz.

Trail

You can collect your race number on Friday January 10th from 4.30pm to 8.30pm or Saturday January 11th from 1.30pm to 7.30pm at the Salle des Fêtes, 99 Route de l'Étale, La Clusaz.

A deposit service will be offered at Bélier :

• Friday: leave your bag at Start Place de l'Eglise, and return to the same place after your run or hike.
• Saturday: leave your bag at Start at the Bossonnet Télémix, and meet him at the finish line in Place de l'Eglise.

Your companions will be able to follow you throughout your race via live tracking, thanks to mats placed along the course. Don't forget to let them know!

A classification will be established for each event, except for the randonnees. Not all categories will be rewarded on the podium.

Skiing rando

The prize-giving ceremony will take place from 9:00 pm on the Place de l'Eglise. Scratch prizes will be awarded by gender and by event.

Trail

The prize-giving ceremony will take place from 9:00 pm, Place de l'église. Scratch prizes will be awarded by gender and by event.

*Attendance at the protocol for the athletes concerned is compulsory. Any absent runner will not receive his prize.

At Bélier, we want to make you happy ! We propose you a warm and friendly dish after the race: the tartiflette.

Skiing rando

The tartiflette is included in your registration!

Trail

Tartiflette, priced at €10, is optional and must be reserved when you register.

Your companions will also be able to take advantage of this service on race night, at a cost of €12.

Visit of the heritage museum, gnole tasting, ice skating, ...Find all the activities taking place in La Clusaz during the weekend by clicking on this link : https://www.laclusaz.com/animations.html