{"id":32825,"date":"2019-02-01T10:00:20","date_gmt":"2019-02-01T09:00:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/?p=32825"},"modified":"2022-04-29T07:15:21","modified_gmt":"2022-04-29T05:15:21","slug":"manigod-small-resort-big-heart","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/manigod-small-resort-big-heart\/","title":{"rendered":"Manigod &#8211; A Small Resort with a Big Heart"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>It may not be the biggest ski area in France, but <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/en\/manigod-chalets\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Manigod<\/a> has a growing reputation with French, British and other European skiers. Why\u2019s that? Here we\u2019ll let you into the special charm of Manigod\u2026<\/p>\n<h2>Something for all the family\u2026<\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-32715\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/28864624877_eba95f9a63_k-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"Two children skiing in Manigod dressed in bright ski clothes \" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/28864624877_eba95f9a63_k-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/28864624877_eba95f9a63_k-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/28864624877_eba95f9a63_k-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/28864624877_eba95f9a63_k-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/28864624877_eba95f9a63_k-150x113.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/28864624877_eba95f9a63_k-250x188.jpg 250w, https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/28864624877_eba95f9a63_k-350x263.jpg 350w, https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/28864624877_eba95f9a63_k-1140x855.jpg 1140w, https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/28864624877_eba95f9a63_k-1920x1440.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/28864624877_eba95f9a63_k.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><br \/>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Comprising the ski areas of Col de la Croix Fry and Merdassier, the ski area of <a href=\"https:\/\/en.manigod.com\/winter-welcome\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Manigod<\/a> offers something for all levels. Beginners and Intermediate skiers will love the blue runs that cover the mountain, with a choice of both chair lifts and button lifts. Quiet, tree-lined runs, stunning views, and fun parks for kids mean all the family will enjoy skiing here and that is what makes this resort so special. There\u2019s nothing better than skiing under a blue sky, with fresh snow, as a family \u2013 and this is where Manigod really excels. It is a perfect family resort. Not too big, a great choice of runs, and fantastic tuition.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">But Manigod isn\u2019t just about blue runs. The resort links into the famed <a href=\"https:\/\/en.laclusaz.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">La Clusaz<\/a> ski area \u2013 home of freestyle skier <a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Candide_Thovex\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Candide Thovex<\/a>. From Merdassier head up the Choucas or Grand Chamois button lifts and you\u2019re on Etale. Here you\u2019ll find some challenging red and black runs, while for more experienced off-piste skiers head to Happy Valley \u2013 simply called as it is sure to put a smile on your face!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you have an Aravis pass you can also jump on the bus from La Clusaz to <a href=\"https:\/\/en.legrandbornand.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Le Grand Bornand<\/a> (about 10\/15 minutes) and ski there for a day or more. There\u2019s fabulous skiing for everyone and you can vary it depending on the day, the weather and how you\u2019re feeling.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2>Everyone\u2019s Friendly in Manigod!<\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-32380\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/41991840570_48966da3fd_k-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"A father and son laughing while sledging in Manigod\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/41991840570_48966da3fd_k-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/41991840570_48966da3fd_k-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/41991840570_48966da3fd_k-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/41991840570_48966da3fd_k-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/41991840570_48966da3fd_k-150x113.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/41991840570_48966da3fd_k-250x188.jpg 250w, https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/41991840570_48966da3fd_k-350x263.jpg 350w, https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/41991840570_48966da3fd_k-1140x855.jpg 1140w, https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/41991840570_48966da3fd_k-1920x1440.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/41991840570_48966da3fd_k.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><br \/>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">I\u2019ve skied elsewhere in France, in Switzerland and in Canada, but I honestly think the people here are some of the friendliest I\u2019ve ever found. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Got a young child? They slow the lift, help them with the button lifts and always have a \u2018Bonjour\u2019 or a \u2018Bonne journ\u00e9e\u2019 for you. Everyone who works here seems to genuinely love not just the mountains, but this particular resort and this is infectious. It\u2019s a very welcoming place, where everyone wants you to have the best possible experience no matter your age or your ski level!<\/span><\/p>\n<h2>Great Tuition<\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-32723\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/43800697681_48ffdde08f_k-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"An ESF instructor with a young pupil skiing on a beginner slope in Manigod\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/43800697681_48ffdde08f_k-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/43800697681_48ffdde08f_k-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/43800697681_48ffdde08f_k-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/43800697681_48ffdde08f_k-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/43800697681_48ffdde08f_k-150x113.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/43800697681_48ffdde08f_k-250x188.jpg 250w, https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/43800697681_48ffdde08f_k-350x263.jpg 350w, https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/43800697681_48ffdde08f_k-1140x855.jpg 1140w, https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/43800697681_48ffdde08f_k-1920x1440.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/43800697681_48ffdde08f_k.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><br \/>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The warm welcome extends to the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/guide\/listing-category\/ski-school\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">instructors<\/a> as well. While I can\u2019t speak for everyone, over the years my kids have had a good mix of tuition with both private and group lessons, and every instructor they have had has been excellent. From getting them comfortable on skis at Club Piou Piou to starting their parallel turns, and taking part in competitions, the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.esf-uk.co.uk\/ski-school\/manigod\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">ESF<\/a> instructors here have really helped to ensure my kids absolutely love skiing.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2>Value for Money<\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-32382\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/41991841000_74375a5619_k-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/41991841000_74375a5619_k-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/41991841000_74375a5619_k-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/41991841000_74375a5619_k-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/41991841000_74375a5619_k-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/41991841000_74375a5619_k-150x113.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/41991841000_74375a5619_k-250x188.jpg 250w, https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/41991841000_74375a5619_k-350x263.jpg 350w, https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/41991841000_74375a5619_k-1140x855.jpg 1140w, https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/41991841000_74375a5619_k-1920x1440.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/41991841000_74375a5619_k.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><br \/>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Think of the Alps and you may think of paying a fortune for a coffee or a salad, but not here. The resorts of the Aravis offer much better value for money, and perhaps that is partly why they are so well-loved by French skiers. Not only do you get fantastic skiing, but you also enjoy quality accommodation, food at a good price and a very warm welcome.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2>Views to Inspire You<\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-32827\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/45841021312_2b84a639df_k-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"A winter view of Tournette from Manigod\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/45841021312_2b84a639df_k-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/45841021312_2b84a639df_k-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/45841021312_2b84a639df_k-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/45841021312_2b84a639df_k-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/45841021312_2b84a639df_k-150x113.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/45841021312_2b84a639df_k-250x188.jpg 250w, https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/45841021312_2b84a639df_k-350x263.jpg 350w, https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/45841021312_2b84a639df_k-1140x855.jpg 1140w, https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/45841021312_2b84a639df_k.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><br \/>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">One of the most beautiful Alpine areas I\u2019ve ever seen, the whole of the Manigod valley and ski area is breathtaking. With views of majestic Tournette, Etale, and Sulens, the views as you drive up and while you\u2019re skiing are hard to beat. Take the Merle button lift up, in the Merdassier area, look left and I challenge anyone not to fall in love with that view!<\/span><\/p>\n<h2>Safety First<\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-32832\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/43800699221_d81dd84bea_k-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"A young girl in a pink ski outfit on an ESF ski lesson in Manigod\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/43800699221_d81dd84bea_k-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/43800699221_d81dd84bea_k-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/43800699221_d81dd84bea_k-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/43800699221_d81dd84bea_k-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/43800699221_d81dd84bea_k-150x113.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/43800699221_d81dd84bea_k-250x188.jpg 250w, https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/43800699221_d81dd84bea_k-350x263.jpg 350w, https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/43800699221_d81dd84bea_k-1140x855.jpg 1140w, https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/43800699221_d81dd84bea_k.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><br \/>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Having young kids, one of the biggest things I appreciate about Manigod is how safe it feels. Put them into ski school and you know they\u2019re in good hands, with qualified instructors and friendly lift staff. But the whole area has a really caring feel about it and the chances are that while you\u2019re skiing you\u2019ll see your kids out practising on the slopes. <\/span><\/p>\n<h2>Night Skiing in Manigod<\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-32353\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/Manigod-night-ski-JG-180222-01-EU-blog-1024x704.jpg\" alt=\"Taking the lift in the snow at the Manigod night skiing\" width=\"1024\" height=\"704\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/Manigod-night-ski-JG-180222-01-EU-blog-1024x704.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/Manigod-night-ski-JG-180222-01-EU-blog-300x206.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/Manigod-night-ski-JG-180222-01-EU-blog-768x528.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/Manigod-night-ski-JG-180222-01-EU-blog-1536x1056.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/Manigod-night-ski-JG-180222-01-EU-blog-150x103.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/Manigod-night-ski-JG-180222-01-EU-blog-250x172.jpg 250w, https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/Manigod-night-ski-JG-180222-01-EU-blog-350x241.jpg 350w, https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/Manigod-night-ski-JG-180222-01-EU-blog-1140x784.jpg 1140w, https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/Manigod-night-ski-JG-180222-01-EU-blog.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><br \/>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With one of the biggest <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/little-resort-big-time-night-skiing\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">night skiing<\/a> areas in the whole of the Haute Savoie, Manigod sets the standard for skiing under the stars. If you\u2019ve never given it a try, it\u2019s definitely worth a go. Huge floodlights light up the slopes and you\u2019ll find it beautifully quiet. Taking place on Friday and Saturday evenings, and every night except Sunday during the holiday periods, it can get chilly so remember to wrap up warm. The restaurants on the slopes do special night skiing dinners, so you can ski and then head into the warmth for a vin chaud and speciality such as tartiflette.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2>Tasty Bites<\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-32834\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/44953534884_c16d9741fd_b.jpg\" alt=\"Fondue in Manigod\" width=\"1000\" height=\"714\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/44953534884_c16d9741fd_b.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/44953534884_c16d9741fd_b-300x214.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/44953534884_c16d9741fd_b-768x548.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/44953534884_c16d9741fd_b-150x107.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/44953534884_c16d9741fd_b-250x179.jpg 250w, https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/44953534884_c16d9741fd_b-350x250.jpg 350w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><br \/>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you fancy lunch, dinner or just a vin chaud or crepe, then there is a choice of restaurants in the Manigod ski area. A favourite is <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/LE-HAPPY-Chalet-1573325089599304\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Happy Chalet<\/a>, set on the slopes at Merdassier. The chef offers a great value plat du jour and other specialities such as tartiflette, salads, burgers, pasta and steaks, and don\u2019t miss the cafe gourmand \u2013 a coffee served with taster portions of about five different desserts! Also at Merdassier is <a href=\"http:\/\/la-vieille-ferme-manigod.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">La Vieille Ferme<\/a>, which offers a choice of good value food, with many traditional dishes such as raclette and fondue. At Croix Fry try <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/guide\/listings\/chez-fon-fon\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Chez Fon Fon<\/a> or <a href=\"http:\/\/www.hotel-manigod-croix-fry.fr\/accueil_hotel_manigod.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Les Rosieres<\/a>, both of which offer snacks such as crepes as well as their plat du jours and standard menus.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Alternatively, in the village of Manigod \u2013 about 10 minutes down from the ski area \u2013 you\u2019ll find <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/guide\/listings\/lo-garajo-cafe-concept\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Lo Garajo<\/a>, a concept cafe. As well as serving delicious coffees and teas, you can also enjoy an apero, and shop from a great range of gifts and homewares. Very family-friendly, you can easily while away an hour or two playing games such as solitaire, happy families or mikado, with a drink in hand.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2>The Paret<\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-32678\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/04-Paret-1024x768.jpeg\" alt=\"A young child using a paret in Manigod\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/04-Paret-1024x768.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/04-Paret-300x225.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/04-Paret-768x576.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/04-Paret-1536x1152.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/04-Paret-150x113.jpeg 150w, https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/04-Paret-250x188.jpeg 250w, https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/04-Paret-350x263.jpeg 350w, https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/04-Paret-1140x855.jpeg 1140w, https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/04-Paret-1920x1440.jpeg 1920w, https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/04-Paret.jpeg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><br \/>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The symbol of Manigod is the Paret, a traditional wooden sledge that is hugely popular here. You can get lessons from the expert Paret riders, and even take part in one of the Paret Championships at Merdassier. Great fun for all the family and a brilliant atmosphere at the competitions.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2>Treat Yourself<\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-32758\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/Massage-spa-day.jpeg\" alt=\"Massage in Manigod\" width=\"1000\" height=\"665\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/Massage-spa-day.jpeg 1000w, https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/Massage-spa-day-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/Massage-spa-day-768x511.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/Massage-spa-day-150x100.jpeg 150w, https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/Massage-spa-day-250x166.jpeg 250w, https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/Massage-spa-day-350x233.jpeg 350w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><br \/>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you fancy a break from skiing then there is a choice of spas\/massage therapists in the valley. 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Both offer a range of wonderful, hand-made creations, such as bowls, jugs and coffee cups. 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If you\u2019re coming with non-skiers, or if you just fancy a day doing something different away from the slopes, then having easy access to this famed part of France is a real bonus. Picturesque lakeside villages boast wonderful restaurants and stunning views, while Annecy itself is known as the \u2018Venice of the Alps\u2019 for its waterways and charming buildings. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With so much going for it, it\u2019s no wonder <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/en\/manigod-chalets\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Manigod<\/a> and the whole Aravis ski area is becoming increasingly popular with those in the know. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Each year we see a few more British, Dutch and other European visitors here, and many are buying homes in the area too. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Just an hour from <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/geneva-airport-kids-departure-lounge\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Geneva<\/a>, with Annecy on the doorstep, incredible views, fabulous skiing, and a friendly, family-focused approach, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/en\/manigod-chalets\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Manigod<\/a> really is worth taking the time to discover.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>It may not be the biggest ski area in France, but Manigod has a growing reputation with French, British and other European skiers. 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