Press information - Sainte Foy Tarentaise
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Press information - Sainte Foy Tarentaise
Alt. 1550#2620 m NATURALSKI Press information 2014I2015 www.saintefoy.net Ski pass Opening of the skiing area From 13 December 2014 to 12 April 2015 • Adult - 4 hrs: e26 • Child - 4 hrs* and Golden Oldies*: e19,50 • Adult - full day: e29,50 • Child - full day* and Golden Oldies*: e21.50 • Adult - 6 days: e159,50 • Child - 6 days* and Golden Oldies*: e123 *Children from 7 to 12 years old - *Golden Oldies from 65 to 72 years, inclusive. FREE PASSES: • Child - less than 7 years old • Senior - over 73 years old The GRAND DOMAINE Getaway Pass Neighbouring the Les Arcs ski resort, this year Sainte Foy offers the option of a 6-day pass that includes a getaway day in this famous ski resort. • Adult - 6 days: e188 • Child - 6 days* and Golden Oldies*: e151 • Free for those over 73 years of age *Children from 7 to 12 years old - *Golden Oldies from 65 to 72 years, inclusive. Ever quicker e-passes At Sainte Foy, you can book, buy and extend your pass via the Tourist Office's website, which offers secure online payment - giving you more time for skiing. 2 Contents Ski pass 2 Editorial3 Sainte Foy, a unique, protected site 4 and 5 Sainte Foy, the great outdoors destination 6 and 7 L’après ski, "lifestyle" holidays 8 and 9 Special deals and packages 10 and 11 P Edito rized, protected, idyllic... nestled in the heart of the most famous skiing areas in the Tarentaise Valley, Sainte Foy is the epitome of nature and charm. A far cry from the frenzied activities of large ski resorts, it embraces laid-back simplicity. With its rich, traditional architectural heritage embodied by its hamlet listed as a Historical Monument, its colonnaded houses, chapels and chalets made entirely of stone, wood and schist, a truly authentic Alpine atmosphere can be found. You'll love strolling along the narrow lanes of its hamlets revealing charming restaurants and lodgings of a nature akin to top-of-the-range establishments. It is a key destination for lovers of Alpine skiing, with the resort developing, in addition to its skiing area, a number of forest routes and off-the-beaten-track nature sites. Heliskiing is common practice there, allowing one to hurtle down the snow-capped virgin slopes of the Ruitor Glacier, and complete a challenging run of the famous north face of the Fogliettaz. Sainte Foy is also well suited to family holiday enthusiasts owing to its steady-pace skiing area and dabble in the domain of a spa break. Its spa centres offer personalised, themed therapies and treatments, allowing for total rejuvenation. Sainte Foy: a rare, precious gem. A secret that's whispered in the ear... but never too loudly! 3 Located 98% within the Vanoise National Park partnership zone, the Sainte Foy resort is surrounded by a protected environment where nature, undisturbed, reigns supreme. Nestled around the chef-lieu and the Bonconseil resort are around ten picturesque hamlets, where ancient chapels and houses built with traditional architecture enhance the snowy scenery. Barely twenty years after its establishment, Sainte Foy has grown in a controlled manner, currently offering around forty lodges and chalets to an unassuming clientèle, who are sensitive to the atmosphere that the resort exudes. "Authenticity and Savoy tradition are the keywords underpinning this unique mountain-top gem." Sainte Foy, a unique, protected site "Made in Savoy" architectural heritage In Sainte Foy, architects have chosen to protect the ski resort's traditional atmosphere, by building the chalets with a view over the south-western slope. Naturally, local stone, wood and schist have made their way into the recently constructed buildings. Noble materials are used to perpetuate traditional dwellings, imbuing the chalets with the aesthetic of a by-gone era, with balconies, columns and pitched roofs. The hamlets exude charm, with its dwellings blending into the background, inviting the snowy scenery to take centre stage. A listed village waiting to be explored Le Monal's hors-piste ski route FOCUS on... Its colonnaded houses The hamlet of Le Monal has been listed since 1987 owing to its historical architecture and landscape, a closely guarded secret in Sainte Foy, and one well earned. The excursion starts at the top of the resort, on a nearby slope where the snow turns into virgin snow. Skis sink into the powder snow, while the passing scenery puts on a spectacular show. In the valleys of the Vallon du Clou, we come across a few sleepy houses, before crossing vast, wild, snowy expanses. Then, unexpectedly, around the corner of a forest of fragrant larch, peeks Le Monal, lying peacefully, perched up high in front of the Mont Pourri Glaciers. The Alpine hamlet in the midst of which nestles the SaintClair chapel is symbolic of authentic Savoy. The village of Sainte Foy is home to a number of colonnaded houses which have become a rarity across the Tarentaise Valley. Of Valdôtaine origin, these columns support the roof overhang, facilitating air flow and the movement of the building's occupants between the various floors while remaining sheltered from bad weather. Symbolic of the resort, we find them most markedly in the hamlet of Le Miroir, a protected site, as well as in La Mazure, Montalbert, Le Baptieu, La Thuile, and in the Bonconseil resort. Protection charters and mobilised inhabitants Two Sainte Foy Tarentaise charters assist in respecting its traditional architecture. In 1990 the first came into being in the form of bill of special requirements, requiring builders to use local materials and limit the number of floors in their buildings. In 2006, the second charter compelled the resort's retailers to use signboards and other signs made of wood, thus upholding the rustic aesthetic of Savoy. Also “molly coddled” by the locals, a local association took charge of refurbishing Sainte Foy Tarentaise's "cultural heritage", tackling the renovation in particular of the chapels of Bonconseil, Saint Clair, la Roche and, in the not too distant future, the Chapel of Le Miroir which today is listed as one of France's Listed Buildings. ESF - Tel. +33 (0)4 79 06 96 76 - Rate: from e65 /pers. on the basis of 3 persons, at standard level, including the hors-piste + supervisory staff. ARVA + tasting of regional produce from Savoy. 4 Spectacular scenery that's a firm favourite Le Vallon du Clou, perched at 2,000m above sea level, between valleys and steep glaciers, is considered one of Savoy's most noteworthy sites, and one still marked by its pastoral activity. Listed in March 2013, this non-mechanised, hors-piste area is thoroughly enjoyed through excursions supervised by professionals. As is the hamlet of Le Monal, it is one of the batons of Sainte Foy's natural heritage. Eco-friendly ecotourism, the 4-star Etoile des Cimes**** The last phase of construction work has been completed at the eco-friendly designed 4-star club residence of Etoile des Cimes, opening fully from this winter. Construction, organic cleaning products, controlled energy consumption, strict water management... within this eco-friendly residence with European Ecolabel certification, every effort is made to protect the environment. Etoile des Cimes is nevertheless luxurious, boasting an indoor pool, spa, contemporary decor, and a majestic lounge with a fireplace... You are assured a peaceful holiday! View over the summits Résidence Club**** mmv L’Etoile des Cimes - Tél. +33 (0)4 92 12 62 12 - www.mmv.fr. Rate: from €94 / pers. on the basis of 8 pers. for a week-long stay.. With more than 10 summits looming 3,000 metres high, Sainte Foy is a sight to be seen! To make the most of the 360° panoramic view, two viewpoint locations are set up at Le Col de l’Aiguille. At an altitude of 2,620m, the view is absolutely breathtaking. Sainte Foy, a protected site • The hamlet of Le Monal, a listed site in terms of the law of 2 May 1930 • The chapel at Le Miroir has been one of France's Listed Buildings since 1992 • 2 protected forests • ZNIEFF (Natural Zones of Ecological, Faunistic and Floristic Interest) zoning • ZICO (Important Area for Bird Conservation) zoning • Vanoise National Park partnership zone • A listed natural site - Le Vallon du Clou Excursions with snowshoes, a treat of the great outdoors At Sainte Foy, both beginners and seasoned enthusiasts can enjoy the guided routes and outings supervised by guides in protected areas. The benefit? All the ski lifts can be taken by pedestrians to reach the very top during the supervised outings. NEW, Special Yoga-Snowshoe outing for mums! For expecting mums, or straight after dropping off your little one at Club Piou Piou... You are invited to take some time out for half a day, for a bit of "me" time! You can relax in the company of Corinne, yoga instructor, and Bruno, snowshoe guide. Breathing-regulated walking, meditation exercises and nutritional advice, all done while decked out in snowshoes, for a spectacular little break. Rates: from e21 for a half-day, e36 for a full day and e15 for a 2hr introduction to snowshoeing. Bruno Davy, mountain guide - Tel. +33 (0)6 72 91 44 98 - Rates: from e36 5 Sainte Foy's skiing area (1,550m - 2,620m) with its north-west exposure enjoys good snow cover throughout the season. In addition to its 23 pistes (4 black, 11 red, 5 blue and 2 green with 1 special slope for sledging) winding through the larch, and aerial lifts providing access to several guided routes out in nature (3 black, 1 red), heliskiing affords access to even larger and wilder horizons. "In the heart of the Tarentaise Valley, Sainte Foy is the ski resort shared by all those who love skiing surrounded by nature Sainte Foy, the great outdoors destination Private routes At Sainte Foy, set off to discover virgin snow, through the area's various private routes. The unique experience of heli-skiing Very few sites in France allow the practice of heli-skiing, which necessitates being dropped off in Italy. Located on the edge of the Italian border area, Sainte Foy is a preferred location for helicopter excursions. Through private trips on the legendary slopes of the Ruitor Glacier, heli-skiing promises the thrill of a unique experience for all fans of powder snow by the ton! The Sainte Foy guides office offers routes of varying difficulty, accessible to skiers who are already at a highly skilled level. NEW, a 100% Mountain Pro Shop Tarentaise Tours is opening its TT Shop in Sainte Foy. A highly specialised shop selling mountain gear, you benefit from the expertise and advice of guides, while having access to all the leading brands tested and approved by the pros. Bureau des Guides de Sainte Foy - Jean-Noël Gaidet - Tél. +33 (0)6 14 62 90 24 Rate: from e300 / pers. including a heli-ski drop off + supervisory staff + safety gear TT Shop - Route de Val d'Isère - Ste Foy Village Tél. +33 (0)4 57 37 65 65 Nature getaway and ski touring Throughout the season For mountain enthusiasts and those passionate about new experiences, enjoy a ski touring weekend on private routes. A cross between walking and sliding, this alternative offers the opportunity to set off to explore virgin snow in a different way, and in total safety thanks to the expertise of a certified guide. Tarentaise Tours - Tél. +33 (0)4 57 37 65 65 - www. tarentaise-tours.com - Rate 2 days / 2 nights: from e570 / pers. on the basis of 6 pers. including 3-star hotel accommodation, dinners, supervisory staff, ski passes, transfers, hiring safety equipment and insurance. 6 Alpine skiing in total safety! Located in the skiing area and for accessible Alpine skiing, the resort has created authentic playing fields. Everyone is free to make their mark on these partially compacted, secure areas! Introductory freeride courses for adults As organiser of two major freeride events in Sainte Foy - the Grand Derby and Freeride World Tour Qualifier - ski and adventure school Evolution 2 considers itself a specialist in off-piste skiing. To experience this and learn the fundamental safety rules, Evolution 2 offers three-day long horspiste skiing courses for adults, offering the opportunity to get a taste of freeride skiing and learn how to use ARVA equipment. Sainte Foy's skiing area is packed with non-compacted, but secure, gently sloped areas. Easily accessible at the edge of the piste, novices can step into the shoes of adventurers. This provides a taste before taking on the ski resort's other routes. And for our young thrill-seekers, courses are also provided for those 10 years and older. Evolution 2 ski school - Tel. +33 (0)4 79 40 15 29 - www.evolution2saintefoy.com - Rate: adult off-piste course from e165 / pers. for three mornings A little something for the sporty Seasoned Alpine skiers will be delighted with these three secured areas for experienced skiers. Located in the skiing area, Natur’Morion and Natur’Crystal Dark allow for a full-body warm-up before taking on Natur’shaper paradise, an ideal playing field to launch into the air and try your hand at back country freestyle! Safety equipment compulsory. EXCLUSIVE... Simplifying parents' lives The Piou Piou Mini Club offers group courses from three years of age, organised around the classic adults’ courses to ensure the whole family is in synch! NEW, an igloo at the end of the world A short distance away from the resort, you can set off to play snowshoed Eskimos in a real igloo while enjoying a teatime-tasting in an Arctic ambiance. Set off with the whole family to enjoy an easy ramble exploring the snowy expanses. Inside, the imagination takes flight for both young and old. ESF de Sainte Foy - Tél. +33 (0)4 79 06 96 76 Rate: from E252 per week / child. From Monday to Friday inclusive, from 09h00 to 11h45 Snocool - Tél. +33 (0)4 79 24 30 94 - Rate: from €39 7 In Sainte Foy, the peaceful environment invites you to recharge your batteries, while apres-ski life unfurls at delightful spots. You can make the most of your evenings by tasting culinary pleasures, cocooning by the fireside in a private chalet, or relaxing in the resort's spa areas. "Sainte Foy, a lifestyle to be savoured slowly..." Après-ski, "lifestyle" holidays Key spots to be enjoyed FIRM FAVOURITE... Chez Mérie Restaurant Although private, the Chez Mérie restaurant's reputation is already well recognised. Marie puts forgotten country fare back on the map. Here, time stands still, and it's quite the norm for lunch customers to come across those arriving for dinner. Restaurant Chez Mérie - Le Miroir Tél. +33 (0)4 79 06 90 16 Compact and ample-sized chalet holidays Sainte Foy's highlighted feature: the catered chalet. Offering a wellness area, room service and laundry service, cooked, served meals and stocking of the bar service not only do you feel right at home, but also spoilt for choice. There are no fewer than 40 of them at the Sainte Foy resort! NEW, Wine bar Le Saint Germain This winter, it's in the heart of the resort that Thierry Bienassis will be hosting skiers at the end of the day in his wine bar: Le Saint Germain. Perfect for drinks with friends and family, in a setting combining designer look and mountain gear, resulting in a contemporary feel... Here, we tuck into tapas platters laden with regional flavours and meticulously selected wines from Savoy. And during the day? The wine bar transforms into a delicatessen so that foodies can do some shopping there. NEW, Chalet Pelerin: gem of the stars A freestanding mountain hut nestled in the heart of the Alpine hamlet of Le Miroir, Chalet Pelerin offers privacy and tranquillity. Beyond its smart walls of stone and wood, the decor features hides and soft pelts reminiscent of boudoirs. Indoor sea-salt water pool, Finnish sauna, Turkish bath, outdoor jacuzzi, massage area, airport transfers, personal guide, staff for treatments, ski equipment, heli-skiing, private evenings spent in an Alpine chalet and other daily activities. It's all included! Our favourite? The day package with a personal photographer allowing you to act like a diva on the pistes of Sainte Foy. Chalet Pelerin - [email protected] - Tel. +001 970 349 7761 - www.elevenexperience.com Rate: from e10,000 / night for an 8-person chalet including chalet rental with breakfast, tea and dinner services, airport transfers, a personal guide, ski equipment, daily activities (including a day of heli-skiing), a private evening in an Alpine chalet, and a personal photographer for a day. Bar à vins Le Saint Germain - Sainte Foy Resort Tél. +33 (0)6 60 33 41 18 8 XXL clan at Black Diamond chalet For chic holidays as a large scale family, this chalet's "so british" light and airy interior is there to be enjoyed, while having the capacity to host up to 24 people. Meals cooked by a chef, and served, homemade teas, and champagne by the fireside while the nannies take care of your little ones... An ideal location to revel in year-end parties in a friendly atmosphere boasting modern, decor enhanced with accents from the Savoy region exuding a major feel-good factor! What about romantics looking for a bit of peace and quiet? They will also be captivated by the presidential suite with a fireplace at the foot of the bed, terrace, private jacuzzi and romantic dinner nook just for two. The destination for all-round well-being Equipped with two wellness centres, Sainte Foy is the embodiment of tranquillity and relaxation. Boasting a contemporary style, the prestigious tourist residence's spa of Fermes de Sainte Foy - Ô des Cimes Spas d’Altitude - offers light and airy spaces. The latest addition, Ô Pure Spa by Payot hosts holidaymakers within the Etoile des Cimes European Ecolabel certified residence. Venture Ski - Tél. +44 (0)207 558 8278 - [email protected]. - Rate from e888 per week/pers. including catering for a week (breakfasts, teas, dinners), housekeeping service, Wi-Fi, tourist tax included. Ô des Cimes Spas d’Altitude / DECLEOR Tél. +33 (0)4 79 06 14 61 - Open to non-residents on the basis of a booked treatment. Ô Pure Spa - Tél. +33 (0)4 79 23 16 84 · Aqua relaxation area from €15/day for non-residents and €12/day for residents Yellowstone chalet: exceptional luxury and decor With its generous size, clean lines, luminosity and prominent colours, this exceptional lodge combines tradition with modern luxury for a spectacular top-of-the-range feel with an uninterrupted view over the Tarentaise Valley. An outdoor jacuzzi overlooking nature, a fitness area and designer wellness area, sauna, relaxation lounge equipped with a massive fireplace, professional cook and private chauffeur... Sheer luxury in an exceptional decor setting, to be enjoyed to the full! Exclusivity, treatments for him As beauty is not the exclusive domain of women, the Etoile des Cimes Spa knows how to pamper the bodies of men who have let exfoliation, sculpting treatments and massages fall by the wayside. The Spa offers a full range of products and treatments specially designed for men. A must, the essential "Pure lui" package includes two one-hour massages of choice and one hour of an Opti-mâle face treatment. Chalet Yellowstone - Tél. +44 (0)7885 282 384 - www.yellowstoneskilodge.co.uk. Rate: from e1,376/pers. in a double room including catering for a week (breakfast and dinner), housekeeping service, Wi-Fi, tourist tax included. Rate: from e230 for 3 hrs - Ô Pure Spa by Payot 9 Special deals and packages Trends from the Savoy region Tasting getaway: at the Caveau du Monal A former coach inn dating back to 1888, Le Monal is continuing the tradition of warm hosting. The perfect location for apres-ski drinks, its cellar holds almost 400 labels. Wines from the Savoy region and Aosta Valley wines take centre stage. Special deals Christmas holidays from €57 per day From 20 to 27 December 2014 For the Festive Season, the Eco Residence Le Ruitor is offering a family week at a very attractive price, fully inclusive! Hôtel Restaurant Caveau Le Monal - Administrative Centre - Tourism Quality Label and Michelin Guide Tél. +33 (0)4 79 06 90 07 Résidence Eco Le Ruitor**** - Tél. +33 (0)4 79 04 06 66 - www.ecoleruitor.com - Rate: from €57/pers./ day on the basis of 2 adults-2 children including accommodation, four 6-day ski passes including insurance as well as a covered parking bay. The region's well-kept secret: Le Persillé cheese, the jewel in Sainte Foy's crown Le Persillé is THE Sainte Foy Tarentaise speciality. With raw goat's milk cheese making a début in the middle of the XVIIIth century, it is manufactured following an ancestral method. Only two producers still exist. For tea, knock on the door of Yvette's farm, where she keeps the secret manufacturing process of this famous cheese alive NEW, get there before everyone else From 13 to 20 December 2014 For the first week of the season, ski passes are free for any bookings made at one of the chalets offering Première Neige services. Be amongst the first to make the most of the resort for an English-style getaway. Sophisticated, relaxing luxury at attractive prices to get winter off to a good start. Ferme d’Yvette Empereur - Hameau Le Chavarnier Tél. + 33 (0)4 79 06 90 79 Première Neige - Tél. +33 (0)4 79 06 30 55 - www.premiere-neige.com. Rate: from e885 / adult including catering 6 days out of 7 (breakfasts, cakes for the afternoons, 4-course dinner with wines), housekeeping service, 6-day ski pass, Wi-Fi and tourist tax. NEW, Peps in the decor Peps works with wood and plexi, while Vivianne makes custom lampshades using top-of-therange fabrics from the P.Frey and Arpin ranges. Coat racks, bear heads, ibex, chamois and even bison in 3D, radiant wall lamps and professional signs... These two passionate artists now offer a wide range of unique decorative items across a number of decor shops as well as in luxury chalets in the area Early booking, Première Neige is celebrating its twelfth anniversary! Throughout the month of January To mark the occasion of twelve years of operation, book your holidays at Sainte Foy via Première Neige before 15 November 2014, and benefit from a 12% discount on the total amount of your stay, in a chalet just a stone's throw away from the pistes including ski passes. Première Neige - Tél. +33 (0)4 79 06 30 55 - www.premiere-neige.com. Rate: from e875/apartment for 4 pers Bois d’Antan - La Mazure - Tél. +33 (0)4 79 06 95 04 10 A stay to everyone's taste Quaint backdrop of nature, a base camp for seniors Throughout the season To appreciate the mountain at your own pace, Sainte Foy offers a revitalising stay at the 4-star club**** mmv Etoile des Cimes residence. Wellness treatments, skiing and gastronomy... a getaway to be enjoyed above it all, far removed from the hubbub of the large resorts. Central Reservations Office - Tel. +33 (0)4 79 06 95 19 - www.saintefoy.net - Rate: from e374/pers. on the basis of 2 pers. excluding handling fees, including 7 nights accommodation, access to the pool, one entry to the Ô pure Spa and a Zen and Tonic aquatic experience, a 6-day senior ski pass, and dinner at one of the resort's gourmet locations Sainte Foy, a taste for the good things in life From 20 December 2014 to 3 January 2015 To ensure gems are not side-stepped, Sainte Foy offers a unique trip. A night walk along lanes steeped in history, a snowshoe outing in Le Monal, a meeting with the last producer of parsley and a gourmet getaway in an ancient Alpine chalet. Events Chinese lanterns, 24 December For a magical Christmas, 300 Chinese lanterns will be let go at the foot of the pistes. Just magical! Central Reservations Office - Tel. +33 (0)4 79 06 95 19 - www.saintefoy.net - Rate: from e240/pers. on the basis of 6 pers., including 7 nights accommodation, a guided night outing, a snowshoe day outing in the listed village of Le Monal, a snowshoe excursion and farm visit as well as a foodie snowshoe outing featuring a dinner, Savoy-style. For the adventurous at heart, Le Monal is also accessible as a hors-piste skiing location. ULTIMATE TEST TOURS, 10 and 11 January Product tests galore! The exhibition for Freeride equipment is stopping off at Sainte Foy for those who love a bit of "punch". Passionate about powder snow and fanatical scooper During the school holidays A trip for fans of powder snow. Accommodation in individual cocooning chalets, with private guiding by a specialised instructor to explore one of the resort's exceptional routes. DERBY FREERIDE, 18 January The second Grand DERBY of Sainte Foy Wild Ride Cup event, organised by the Evolution 2 ski school. Central Reservations Office Tel. +33 (0)4 79 06 95 19 - www.saintefoy.net - Rate: from e333/pers. on the basis of 6 pers. including accommodation for 7 nights, a 6-day pass, one hors-piste skiing outing guided by a specialist instructor. NEW, a weekend away from it all THE SECOND EVENT OF "LA PISTE DES ETOILES", 5 april An uplifting gathering with Etoile des Neiges, Trans-Form and a number of champions. From 10 January to 28 March 2015 Sleep in a fully renovated Alpine chalet for a weekend of snowshoeing. Dinner celebrating local regional flavours, the opportunity to discover local flora and fauna... You get to take some time out in the middle of wide open snowy expanses. Our favorite? The snowshoe walk in the wee hours of the morning in as yet virgin snow. Jean-Pierre Lamic, mountain guide. Tel. +33 (0)6 81 54 68 55 - Alpine weekend rate from e160/pers. - on the basis of 8 persons 11 Contacts Anne Marmottan Sainte Foy Tourist Office · 73640 SAINTE FOY TARENTAISE Tél. +33 (0)4 79 06 95 22 · [email protected] · www.saintefoy.net Press contacts www.saintefoy.net Fabienne Boccard & Anaïs Tricaud Agence Clair de Lune · 12 rue Saint Polycarpe · 69001 LYON Tél. +33 (0)4 72 07 31 97 · [email protected] · www.clairdelune.fr Design: Clair de Lune - Création : bcomcreation.fr - Photo credits: Anne Marmottan/OT Sainte Foy Tarentaise, Chalet Yellowstone/Laurent Brandajs, Philippe Royer, Mark Junak, Tarentaise Tours, Chalet Pelerin, ESF, Mike Allouis, V. dell Orio/Résidence le Ruitor****, X