Member of Alpine Pearls network that values hill stations committed to sustainable development, Les Gets is a great example of mountain summer destination for ecotourism, which gives pride to the dynamism of its people and the beauty of the environment part.
A summer tourism that respects the mountain.
This "Pearl of the Alps" is acclaimed for its winter ski slopes, which allow tourists often aware of the issues of global warming, to enjoy the joys of skiing and snow in a protected environment and follower of principle "neutral "climate defended by Alpine Pearls. In summer, it also appears as a beautiful setting in which to spend the environment friendly holidays, close to nature and people.
Very lively and enthusiastic, the mayor of Les Gets entered for many years in a process of sustainable development, and thus put on the soft mobility, active waste sorting or awareness among tourists to preserve the exceptional and fragile nature surrounds the village, so she was able to gather support from Alpine Pearls, to encourage this type of ecotourism and responsible approach.
Agriculture in the heart meetings with residents
Surrounded by farms and pastures, typical Savoyard landscape, Les Gets also benefit from the dynamism and motivation of its farmers, who maintain the traditions of local production and manufacturing, while remaining open to the public. Thus, the Carolina Farm offers tours of its operations with tasting of farm products, while the Farm Saarland learned pottery, welcomes the youngest in a petting zoo, and sells Chevrotins delicious, goat cheese PDO. For its part, the Fruit Perrières includes a cheese shop and restaurant: what all the facets of the creation of the famous Savoy cheeses!
Beyond cycling and mountain biking, many walks, hikes or games available on site water, Gets also offer the opportunity to go hiking with donkeys, or for people with disabilities to enjoy all the same joy of cycling by trying the "Handi ATV" these all-terrain wheelchair, suitable for people with reduced mobility, is another concrete proof of the commitment of the station for accessibility and alternative modes of transport. Most recently, the Department of Tourism Gets a available to electric bicycles self-service: the first hour is free, here is a great opportunity for tourists and locals to test the VAE!
Located on the Chablais Geopark, certified in 2012, Gets also attract their bogs: accompanied by a mountain guide, you can, through the tourist office, go discover, among many other attractions, such amazing wetlands and discover its secrets.
Source: http://www.voyageons-autrement.com/
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