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Grande Odyssée

La Grande Odyssée VVF - Stage at La Chapelle d'Abondance (Bernex stage moved)

Sports and leisure, Competitive sport, Winter sports, Sled dogs, Event / competition / World competition in La Chapelle-d'Abondance
  • La Grande Odyssée VVF is the story of a dream and a great adventure.
    Since its first edition in January 2005, it has been Europe's annual sled dog event, the most demanding stage race in a unique alpine setting.

  • This year, an exceptional sporting line-up is expected, with more than 65 international mushers and their 600 top-level dog-athletes covering almost 400km and 12,000m of accumulated ascent, in the superb landscapes of the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region.

    Every year, more than 50,000 spectators enjoy a unique experience at the heart of 20 resorts, towns and villages in the region, dressed up for the occasion, by attending La Grande Odyssée VVF.

    TUESDAY JANUARY 14: STAGE 3 LA CHAPELLE...
    This year, an exceptional sporting line-up is expected, with more than 65 international mushers and their 600 top-level dog-athletes covering almost 400km and 12,000m of accumulated ascent, in the superb landscapes of the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region.

    Every year, more than 50,000 spectators enjoy a unique experience at the heart of 20 resorts, towns and villages in the region, dressed up for the occasion, by attending La Grande Odyssée VVF.

    TUESDAY JANUARY 14: STAGE 3 LA CHAPELLE D'ABONDANCE (BERNEX stage, moved)
    Third stage of La Grande Odyssée VVF, special stage.

    START / FINISH AREA: La Panthiaz Nordic site - La Panthiaz gondola station parking lot.

    1pm - 5pm: La Grande Odyssée VVF village
    Activities : In the heart of the La Grande Odyssée VVF village, come and discover a wide range of activities:
    - Grand Nord animation: two mushers and numerous sled dogs to pet, discovery and explanation of mushing equipment, activities for children...
    - Tourist Office information stand
    - Boot'Chouette, a "gourmet break" area, virtual reality and biathlon organized by our partner VVF.
    - Numerous other booths and activities offered by our partners and exhibitors
    - The official La Grande Odyssée VVF boutique and the presence of Sitka, our mascot

    3pm - 3:28pm: Departures from La Grande Odyssée VFF
    4.03pm - 4.36pm: Estimated arrivals
    4.45pm: Prize-giving ceremony
  • Spoken languages
    • English
    • French
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  • On January 14, 2025 from 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM
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