Summer mountain activities
Do you like the mountains in winter, with their ski resorts offering activities for adults and children, sports enthusiasts and those who love to relax? But did you know that in summer too, the mountains offer a whole host of sports and entertainment that will allow you to get a good breath of fresh air and have fun? Between mountain biking, paragliding, climbing, rafting, via ferrata, horse riding and other hikes, there's plenty to keep you happy during your stay at altitude.
In summary
The mountain is not limited to skiing; in summer, it also abounds with thrilling activities. This article reviews the best summer mountain activities for all ages. Hiking remains a must, between high-altitude lakes and mythical trails in the Alps or the Pyrenees. Mountain biking and road cycling attract with legendary passes and Bike Parks like in Tignes or Val Thorens. Rafting, canyoning, and swimming in crystal-clear lakes refresh hot days. Climbing, via ferrata, and paragliding offer thrills. Sport 2000 equips you for all your summer mountain adventures.
Hiking, a flagship activity in the mountains in summer
Hiking is a popular summer mountain activity. Put on your hiking boots and set off to discover the mountains on foot. You are spoiled for choice when selecting a beautiful route: Lac Vert (Savoie), Lac d'Allos, the largest natural high-altitude lake in Europe (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence), Sentier des Hirschsteine (Vosges), Pic du Midi d'Ossau (Pyrénées-Atlantiques), etc.
The diversity of hiking trails allows you to hike peacefully with your family, as well as to undertake an adventurous multi-day trek, always with pleasant viewpoints as a reward.
The mountain, an ideal playground for cycling and mountain biking
Vous voulez faire chauffer les mollets lors de votre séjour à la montagne ? Partez à l’assaut des cols mythiques à l’Alpe d’Huez, au Tourmalet, au Galibier, etc. en vélo de route.
Sinon, optez pour le VTT. Avec Sport 2000, vous pourrez opter pour la location de VTT ou de VTT électrique, et ainsi faire de belles randonnées en pleine nature, avec du matériel de qualité. Pourquoi ne pas aussi dévaler les sentiers de vélo de descente si vous aimez les sensations ? Ou encore vous amuser sur un Bike Park, qui offre généralement des parcours de différents niveaux. Rendez-vous par exemple aux 2 Alpes, aux Gets, aux Orres, à Val Thorens, à Tignes, à Val d’Isère, etc. Nombreuses sont les stations à proposer un Bike Park de qualité.
Water and nautical activities in the mountains in summer
Want to refresh yourself? To have new sensational experiences? To discover the mountain from another point of view? Discover the water sports to practice in summer in the Alps, in the Pyrenees, in the Jura, etc.
Rafting
With family or friends, rafting is a perfect mountain activity in summer to combine nature discovery and thrills. Aboard a pneumatic boat, you'll race down rivers and torrents while paddling. A good opportunity to build muscle and improve your endurance.
An ideal mountain activity in summer on hot days, rafting perfectly combines sport and fun.
Canyoning
Canyoning offers a thrilling adventure for unforgettable mountain holidays. Descending crystal clear torrents, jumping into natural pools, and sliding along rock faces are unique experiences to live. Whether with family or friends, this exciting activity awaits you in many mountain resorts, with more or less sensational routes.
Swimming
In summer, it's not only by the sea that you can swim. The French mountains are full of lakes and torrents, for you to dive into crystal clear waters, surrounded by extraordinary panoramas. Lake Gérardmer (Vosges), Lake Vouglans (Jura), Saint-Benoît waterfall (Savoie), Lake Bouillouses, near Font-Romeu (Pyrénées-Orientales), Lake of the Tignes resort, etc. If you find the water temperature too invigorating, there are also natural hot springs, like those of Canaveilles (Pyrénées-Orientales).
Climbing and via ferrata, mountain sports par excellence
Climbing is a summer mountain activity requiring good practice. Before tackling the walls, start by learning indoor climbing if this sport appeals to you. In the mountains, climbing is both an intense sport and a good opportunity to discover nature differently, admiring magnificent landscapes from above.
Via ferrata is a more accessible form of climbing, requiring less experience, which consists of taking an equipped route on a rock face, and progressing along it with the help of ramps, ladders or cables. It requires concentration, muscles and balance, but is also a perfect opportunity to admire the surrounding landscapes. For beginners, it is recommended to be accompanied by a guide.
Paragliding, the mountain seen from the sky
Venez tester cette activité en montagne l'été, qui séduit un nombre croissant d'amateurs. Découvrez autrement les montagnes, en les survolant en parapente. Une discipline unique et riche en adrénaline, que vous pouvez pratiquer dans de multiples « spots » grandioses.
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