The essentials of the Alpine Festival in the Maurienne Valley
Every summer, the Maurienne Valley, nestled in the heart of the Savoyard Alps, fervently celebrates a centuries-old pastoral tradition: the Fête de l'Alpage.
A true immersion in mountain authenticity, this event attracts many visitors in search of local customs and magnificent landscapes.
Generally held in August, the Fête de l'Alpage marks the descent of the herds from the summer pastures to the valleys.
This return to the plains, once a crucial moment in the agropastoral calendar, has today become a festive and colorful celebration.
On this occasion, the villages of the Maurienne Valley come alive to the rhythm of bells, alphorns, and folk groups.
You can particularly admire the parade of cows dressed in their finest attire through the village streets.
Aside from the cows, the Alpine Festival is also an opportunity to discover local producers' and artisan markets, such as those in Saint-François Longchamp and Saint-Jean d'Arves.
You'll have the chance to taste some local specialties such as Tomme de Savoie, Beaufort cheese, artisanal charcuterie, and mountain honey.
It's also a chance to find some turned wood or felted wool objects, testament to regional expertise.
The Alpine Festival should delight the whole family, with its concerts, traditional dances, and walks.
Some villages even offer farm tours to meet the farmers.
A valuable opportunity to better understand the challenges of mountain agriculture.
Located in Saint-Jean-de-Maurienne, the Coeur de Maurienne Hotel welcomes you to an exceptional setting at the foot of the mountains.
Enjoy the spa and the 360-degree rooftop terrace for a moment of relaxation.
All our rooms are equipped with a private bathroom and a TV with Chromecast.
In the morning, an all-you-can-eat breakfast buffet is served.
A true immersion in mountain authenticity, this event attracts many visitors in search of local customs and magnificent landscapes.
The Fête de l'Alpage, an immersion in the heart of Alpine traditions
Generally held in August, the Fête de l'Alpage marks the descent of the herds from the summer pastures to the valleys.
This return to the plains, once a crucial moment in the agropastoral calendar, has today become a festive and colorful celebration.
On this occasion, the villages of the Maurienne Valley come alive to the rhythm of bells, alphorns, and folk groups.
You can particularly admire the parade of cows dressed in their finest attire through the village streets.
A celebration of Savoyard crafts, local produce, and gastronomy
Aside from the cows, the Alpine Festival is also an opportunity to discover local producers' and artisan markets, such as those in Saint-François Longchamp and Saint-Jean d'Arves.
You'll have the chance to taste some local specialties such as Tomme de Savoie, Beaufort cheese, artisanal charcuterie, and mountain honey.
It's also a chance to find some turned wood or felted wool objects, testament to regional expertise.
Entertainment for young and old alike
The Alpine Festival should delight the whole family, with its concerts, traditional dances, and walks.
Some villages even offer farm tours to meet the farmers.
A valuable opportunity to better understand the challenges of mountain agriculture.
Extend the experience by staying at the Coeur de Maurienne Hotel
Located in Saint-Jean-de-Maurienne, the Coeur de Maurienne Hotel welcomes you to an exceptional setting at the foot of the mountains.
Enjoy the spa and the 360-degree rooftop terrace for a moment of relaxation.
All our rooms are equipped with a private bathroom and a TV with Chromecast.
In the morning, an all-you-can-eat breakfast buffet is served.
