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· Sixt fer a Cheval ·
· Sixt fer a Cheval ·
Sixt fer a Cheval
FRANCE
Whatever the season there is a multitude of activities on offer. There is something for everyone, whether you are laid back, sporty or just curious to try a little bit of everything.
Resort information
Displayed here are all the facts and figures relating to Sixt fer a Cheval in summer. The toolbar on the right of the page will also provide you with useful additional information to help you decide on this resort's suitability to your holiday plans.
Resort facts
- Resort height:
- Resort Glacier:
- 765 m
Travel information
- Airport (option 1):
- Airport (option 2):
- Airport (option 3):
- Nearest Railway station:
- Distance from Calais:
- Geneva (1h)
- Chambery (1h 50m)
- Grenoble (2h 20m)
- Cluses (15 miles)
- 546 miles (approx)
Things to do
- Close to Sixt
- Guided visits
- Visit to the Natural Reserve, Maison La Reserve Naturelle
- Crafts, Local products & wine markets in July & August
- Visit other resorts in the Haute Savioe
Description
In summer, hikers can wander in the largest Natural Reserve of Haute-Savoie and access the 5 mountain huts of the community. The "Cirque du Fer à Cheval", the "Rouget waterfall" and the Tines' Gorges" are scenic sites that should not miss seing while here.
Summer activities in Sixt Fer a Cheval
The variety of things and places to see in Sixt Fer à Cheval is equalled only by the quantity of activities on offer. Sports lovers and adventurers will be in their element.
Walking
750 to 3100 m, Sixt Fer a Cheval is in the middle of one of the networks of the most important natural reserve in Haute Savoie. You will have access in a few minutes with the most beautiful excursions of the Valley.
Rafting
The river Giffre is just perfect for white water sports. There are several starting points along the river. You will pass through the centre of the village of Sixt as you go down the river, watched and encouraged by the crowd of summer visitors
Climbing & Via Ferrata
Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned climber you are bound to find something to suit you in the limestone cliffs to be found in Sixt Fer à Cheval. There are several different sectors, the most accessible being the Tines sector. Here climbers of all levels rub shoulders as there are several passages ranging from 5a to8a.
Mountain biking
Mountain biking also plays an important part. Marked circuits for all levels are available. Some of them are accessible via the Vagnys ski lift. The descent from Fer à Cheval to Samoëns is a classic not to be missed. Other ski lifts in the Grand Massif are open during the summer period, in Morillon, the Carroz and in Flaine. This gives access to 600km of marked mountain bike trails.
Other activities include: Potholing, horseriding, pack donkey, Fishing, Parapente, Tennis
