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12th April 2013

OK so that's the end of our 13th!!!!! season. A wonderful winter with many guests (more like friends now) returning for the umpteenth time - thank you. As far as the recipes are concerned, thank you all very much we raised just short of 200€ this year which will go to our charity "Chacun son Everest" And lastly thank you to Wally and Jim without whom ... well I cannot thank them enough. And on a extra positive note we are already 50% booked for next winter! Wow! And now we wait for the summer opening of the pool complex.....................been announced for the 19th June, watch this space.

27th November 2012

Big snow here - and due to fall all week.
And just so you can see (or not as the case may be due to too much snow) here is a link to the web cams!
http://www.lescarroz.com/webcams-enneigement-et-pistes-domaine-skiable-les-carroz-grand-massif-cp80-me480-151.aspx

28th October 2012 - first snow has arrived!

The first real snow of the winter fell last night, down to 800m  - well below the level of the resort.  In the village we had about 10 cm.  Lots more high up on the slopes.  Whilst the snow in the town will not last, high up the snow will make a good base for the winter.

We have 2 suites currently available for Xmas week for those wanting to grab the first week of what is clearly going to be a great season.

New this winter - Spa and Heated Open Air Pool

The new open-air winter pool and spa complex opens this winter. Apart from the pool there are saunas, Turkish steam baths, a relaxation area, plus fitness and gym areas. Prices are very reasonable; the pool is 7€ for children and 9 € for adults, and for adults wanting the pool and sauna it is only 12€. Full prices can be found following this link:  Spa and Pool Prices

July 2012

As the main pool has been out of action, Les Carroz have created the "Carroz Plage" - bouncy castles, water slides, mini golf, trampolines and sun terraces, really great job. The new pool and spa continues to grow and is still on schedule for opening this winter.

8th June 2012

The tree-top adventure park is nearly finished.  It is situated behind the tennis courts, 5 minutes walk from the centre of the village.  It will be finished by the end of June - definitely, as you can see from the latest photos!

This summer's events:

9th May 2012

The new all-year-round swimming pool and spa construction well underway.  It is due for completion this coming winter.  Aside from the outdoor pool (heated to 32 degrees C in winter) there will be a sauna, turkish bath, gym and various other spa facilities.  It will be open to all who visit Les Carroz.

Also new for this summer is the Accro-branch tree-top aerial playground!  Trees have been cleared and the platforms are being put in place - just the wires to hang up!  Set in the woods behind the sports centre, it is a great addition to the facilities that are on offer in Les Carroz for children!  This new park is due for completion by the beginning of June 2012.

6th April 2012

Due to the incredible snow that has fallen this year, Les Carroz and the Grand Massif ski area is staying open an extra week!  We currently have 4 suites available for the w/c 15th April - first come first served, only 500€ per adult half board and children stay for FREE!!

12th March 2012

It has been pointed out that I haven't been adding any news recently!  So with only 4 weeks left of the season I will make amends.  The snow conditions remain absolutely brilliant - masses of snow still and great weather too!

It has been a very busy season and as of today we only have availability for the w/c 25th March.  If you can grab a late holiday it would be the perfect week to come - not busy as the French schools are not yet on holiday.

For other updates and photos you can always check out our face book page - click here and "like" the page to get regular updates.

29th December 2011

The first 2 weeks of the season are nearly over - a great start with excellent snowy conditions.  

6th December 2011

Over the last 24 hours we have had a massive fall of snow - and it is forecast to carry on for the next day or so!  There is even rumour of the resort opening a week early!

Looking good! :)

25th November 2011 - Snow is on the way - OFFICIAL!!

In its "mountain" forecast, Météo France have announced, with a rather high confidence index, "heavy snow on Monday and Tuesday." Meanwhile, Yan Giezendanner (amateur forecaster from Chamonix) predicts a couple of weeks (maybe even three weeks) of snowy weather, with the rain-snow altitude shifting between the altitude of Chambéry (ie 271m) and 1500 metres.

17th November 2011 - Santa has come early! 

A big thank you to Drumond Park Games who have kindly donated a huge box full of the latest games and toys - perfect for all ages.  We have, for the little ones, "Pig goes Pop!" and "Dino Bite", and for families we have the quiz games; "Egg Head", "The Best of British", "The million Pound Drop", "Articulate! Your Life" and for adults "His and Hers". 

20th September 2011

First snow!  Yesterday and last night there was snow in Flaine and on the top of the Aravis range!

14th September 2011 - Snow Forecast!

According to local lore, with the glut of autumn berries now on the trees and bushes it means we are going to have an excellent winter for snow!  OK watch this space and see if the locals know anything!

Special Young Adult Price - NEW

This winter whilst still offering free child places for all children aged 16 and under we are also able to offer a "Young Adult" (ages 17- 18) price of 375€ per week half board (adult menu) if sharing their parent's suite.

Please mention this when enquiring.

The other morning, about 8.00 a.m. I saw the Carroz Hot Air Balloon, just lifting over our neighbour's chalet - what a picture!

Summer 2011 - schedule of activities and events

"JPP 9 de Coeur" cycling day

On Sunday 3rd July 2011, 2nd edition of this cycling race in les Carroz with Jean-Pierre PAPIN – ex international French footballer.
Departure: Cluses, arrival Les Carroz.
Three itineraries: 90 km, 110 km and 130 km. 

To take part you must enroll at the Tourist office.

Mountain bike weekend 18th VTTticime

New concept - new trails. We welcome you on 30th and 31st July in Les Carroz for the 18th edition of the famous "VTTticime". The trails have been awarded the "Randos d'Or" label by the French cycling federation.  A weekend dedicated to all things cycling – family rides, demonstrations, shows, etc.

Les Carroz Equestrian Rally on 17th July

Les Carroz will be transformed into an equestrian village!

Numerous different activities will be on offer around the village giving us a taste of some of the things that horse-lovers enthuse about. Ski Joering (horse drawn skiing but as it is summer it is on roller blades!), carriage driving demonstrations, carriage and pony rides will liven up Les Carroz's streets. Meanwhile blacksmith competitions will take place in the Place de l'Ambiance and heavy horse forestry clearance demonstrations in the market square. Everywhere you will find local producers of food and craft, showing and selling their wares alongside equestrian stalls during the Cavalcime.

Those taking part in the 4 hours trek at the heart of the Grand Massif have to be a member of the Equestrian French Federation. Tariff includes registration fee, the Saturday evening party and the Sunday picnic.  Full details from the les Carroz tourist office.

The Choeurs de France start the week with a free concert on 7th August.

In les Carroz, the concert "Comédies Musicales" is performed on Friday 12th August and Saturday 13th August at the Mont-Favy Hall.
Charles Aznavour songs concerts will also be performed in Le Grand Bornand on 8th August and Samoëns on 9th August.

Family Nature challenge

One day to practice various mountain activities with your friends and family: orienteering, hiking, climbing.... The previous 'Randoticime orienteering day' has been changed to a new formula! Teams of 3 to 4 people, mountain activities workshops at different places... the whole programme will soon be available.

15th August Guides Feast!

A special focus on mountain activities in Les Carroz.

Climbing walls, donkey rides, inflatable games... all the funds generated are donated to the 'Salomon Foundation' in order to help guides and their families.

"Parapenticime" parapenting day

Saturday 20th August, Les Carroz organizes a parapenting day. A full day of demonstrations and displays - breath-taking!

Limited to 30 licensed parapentists.

8th November 2010 - the snow has come!

For those interested - i.e. coming skiing this year or thinking about coming - we had yet more snow last night even down below the village.  And whilst it might not stay at this level, the mountains are well covered and will form a great base for more snow as it comes.  Hooray!

Summer 2010

Summer 2010 was excellent.  Great weather, masses of free entertainment (including the AC/DC tribute band - High Voltage) playing in the town square and lovely guests.

As always summer seems to be over far too quickly - from the end of June when the pool opens to the first week of September when it closes all seems to pass in the blink of an eye.  Whilst the pool might have closed though, the weather as usual stays warm and comfortable right through until the end of October.  A beautiful time, with the trees turning golden and russet red and mushrooms sprouting in the woods - I love it!

And now it is time to start preparing for winter - 2 months away until out first guests arrive.  Time to think about the menus, order the wine and make everything ready for Xmas week - the first week of the season.

Below are a few photos from recent weeks and the summer.  Thank you as ever to all our guests for making it one of the best yet.

New this winter - Spa and Heated Open Air Pool

The new open-air winter pool and spa complex opens this winter. Apart from the pool there are saunas, Turkish steam baths, a relaxation area, plus fitness and gym areas. Prices are very reasonable; the pool is 7€ for children and 9 € for