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Val d'Isere Events - Summer
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There are heaps of events held throughout the year in Val d'Isere and the Espace Killy, ranging from small and quirky local festivals, to world renowned sporting events. Music festivals are also hugely popular during the summer months and provide a great excuse to make a quick trip out to the Alps. In this section, we bring you information about the major annual events in Val d'Isere, and don't forget to check out our weekly what's on calender.
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| Vertical Kilometer (mid July) |
Val d'Isere is home to the Vertical Kilometer competition, which basically means running a kilometer, vertially up the face of the Bellevarde (scene of the 1992 Olympic downhill); whilst covering a ground distance of 3000m in the processes. This gruelling competition is definitely not for the faint hearted! Winners in previous years have completed the event in an amazing 35.15 minutes (Mens) and 42.48 minutes (Womens)!
For further information see : For further information see: here.
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last updated 3-Dec-2007 |
| L'Iserane - Cycling (early August) |
Organised by the Club des Sports in Val d'Isere, and the Tourist office in Bonneval sur Arc; the two stage cycling competition takes place over two days and is open to both men and women of all ages (although different start times may apply according to age).
The first stage departs Bonneval sur Arc late afternoon, arriving at the summit of the Col de L'Iseran (approx 14 kms) ‘shortly’ after. The second stage departs late afternoon from Val d'Isere and arrives at the Col de l'Iseran (approx 17kms).
For further information see: here. |
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last updated 3-Dec-2007 |
| 4 x 4 Salon (end August) |
Every summer, Val d’Isere plays host to the European 4x4 Salon show. Vehicles, accessories, tyres, travel information and with up to 90 exhibitors to tell you all you need to know, it’s an event not be missed by the budding car enthusiast. Up to 50 models are on display, so in the company of experienced demonstrators, you can test out the handling, braking comfort and equipment of the 4 x 4.
If that’s not enough, there are numerous activities for you and the family to enjoy ranging from Adventure trailing, mountain biking, shooting, archery and golf. Instructors are on hand to give some handy tips and advice in a workshop style scenario.
For further information see : For further information about this event see : here. |
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last updated 3-Dec-2007 |
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