La Clusaz holidays

Head to Place de l’Eglise for the traditional market that comes to La Clusaz every Monday from 8am – 12.20pm. Wander round the square picking up local treats as you go, from Savoy ham and reblochon cheese to Aravis liqueur.

There are plenty of shops to wander around, including spots to buy clothes, souvenirs and local produce. La Cheminée Savoyarde is a great place to pick up local cheeses, honey and charcuterie.

You can find shops like North Face and Fusalp in the centre, as well as a handful of other high-end boutique shops selling mountain wear and stylish accessories.

If you’re looking for a low-key evening, take a stroll through the historic village centre and grab a drink in the market square overlooking the church. If it’s early evening, pop by Sabaudia for something sweet – whether it’s crepes, ice cream or a tasty French patisserie.

Spend your summer evenings sipping French wines or jazzy cocktails as the sun sets. There are plenty of bars in the village centre, so bar hopping is definitely on the cards. End your night at Le Bachal for live music and dancing until the early hours or check out the chalet-themed Les Caves du Paccaly with music and a DJ every night.

La Clusaz has no shortage of places to eat and drink. Whether you’re after a quick bite at a snack bar, a cosy café, or a fine-dining experience in an old sawmill, you won’t struggle to find a good spot. As the home of reblochon cheese, you’ll find local dishes like raclette and tartiflette on almost every menu, alongside the usual classics – think pizzas and burgers.

La Cordée, a stylish French bistro on the main high street, is all about seasonal, local ingredients. With indoor and outdoor seating, you can tuck into good food paired with a local French wine while enjoying the summer sun. We recommend booking in advance and don’t miss trying their house speciality – steak tartare.

One of the most popular spots in town, this rustic farmhouse is the definition of alpine charm – the wooden interior oozes tradition with its charming décor and inviting atmosphere. Just above the village, you can indulge in Savoyard specialities like gooey fondue and rich tartiflette.

There’s a good bus system in La Clusaz. You can catch a bus from the main bus station on the edge of town to Lac des Confins, Col des Aravis and Col de la Croix Fry. If you want to head further afield, there's the regional Y62 bus that takes you to Annecy.

The Patinoire Gondola, Beauregard Gondola, Cret du Merle Chairlift and Cret du Loup Chairlift are the four lifts open throughout the summer. They open between June and September and run between 9:30am and 5:30pm. Make sure to check the timetable beforehand. With the Experience Pass you get lift access as well as multiple activities.

The nearest train station is in Annecy, about an hour’s drive away. From there you can catch a train to places like Geneva, Chambery and Lyon.

The town stretches up the hill, with the centre nestled in a bowl at the base of the valley. The historic cobbled square in the centre is pedestrianised, making exploring on foot nice and easy. Many places are just a short walk away – whether it's the baroque church in the centre or the gondolas ready to take you up the mountains for a morning of walking.

Get a real feel of the area as you stroll through the heart of Plateau de Beauregard with the sound of cowbells singing in the air. Pick from various loops of 2.5km to 6km, with a full loop taking about an hour. You can access the walk from the village, using the Beauregard Plateau gondola. Once at the top, you’ll find yourself surrounded by picturesque Haut-Savoyard alpine farms with stunning views at every turn.

To explore the area around Lac des Confins, catch the bus from town, then follow the path that circles the lake. This 3km loop promises panoramic mountain scenery and the calming atmosphere of the lake. If you're in the mood for something a bit more challenging, you can connect to longer routes like the Tour de la Tête de Danay or the Lac de Tardevant.