Val d'Isere Events - Summer

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.

Every summer France is gripped by the biggest and best cycle race in Europe - Le Tour de France. The Alps have played a large part in the race over the years with the gruelling mountain climbs providing some of the most exciting spectacles of the event. The route changes slightly each year, taking in different towns and villages along the way. Even if the race doesn't pass near to where you are this summer you can guarantee that it will still be avidly watched in bars and cafés around the country with everyone joining in to cheer on the famous yellow jersey! ... see "Le Tour de France" for more

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.

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.