Affordable School Ski Trips in the Bauges

Your affordable school trip near Aillon-Margériaz and La Féclaz

Give children an unforgettable stay in the French Alps at the L’Eau Vive holiday center! Located in Lecheraines, in the Bauges mountain range in Savoie, L’Eau Vive welcomes groups of children from December to April for high-quality ski school trips.

An idyllic setting for quality ski trips

Nestled in the heart of the protected natural environment of the Bauges Regional Park, our L’Eau Vive holiday center offers a charming and secure setting for meaningful and safe school stays. Children will enjoy fresh mountain air, far from the city and overcrowded resorts, with breathtaking scenery and a warm, friendly atmosphere fostered by the center’s small size.

Facilities and equipment tailored for groups

L’Eau Vive is a small establishment. With around thirty rooms and just under a hundred beds, our center strikes the perfect balance between group accommodation and comfort.

L’Eau Vive provides facilities and equipment ensuring the comfort and safety of children :

31 rooms accommodating 2 to 4 people
Private bathrooms in every room
Large outdoor spaces away from the road for outdoor activities
A friendly dining room where children can have their meals, from breakfast to dinner
A kitchen team that prepares all meals on site, prioritizing local products and short supply chains whenever possible

What to do in the Bauges with a group of children in winter?

Alpine and cross-country skiing activities: The ski resorts

Two ski areas are accessible within 15 km of L’Eau Vive: Aillons-Margériaz 1000 and Aillons-Margériaz 1400.

Ranging from 1000 m to 1900 m in altitude, the Aillons-Margériaz resort spans two mountains: Mont Pelat and Margériaz, with 40 km of alpine ski slopes. It’s a resort for everyone: kids and adults, beginners or experts.

La Feclaz/Grand Revard

The largest cross-country ski area in France is just 20 km from L’Eau Vive.

With 140 km of cross-country trails and a top-quality ski domain admired by all, Savoie Grand Revard is the most visited Nordic site in France.

For alpine skiing, the resort offers 50 km of forested slopes—perfect for beginner skiers and snowboarders looking for a friendly, enjoyable experience.

Other Activities

Snowboarding: Numerous snowparks are available in the Bauges ski resorts for thrill-seekers.
Tobogganing: On dedicated tracks or off-piste near the center.
Snowshoeing: Guided by passionate professional guides.
Dog sledding: In Aillons-Margeriaz or Le Revard, several providers offer rides or initiation to dog sled driving.
Ski-joering
Biathlon (laser rifle)
Cheese factory visits: Guided tours of the fruitière in Aillon-le-Jeune, where the famous Tomme des Bauges is made. Morning cheese-making demonstrations are possible. Children’s cheese-making workshops are available during certain periods. More info at https://fromagerie-savoie.com/content/8-la-fromagerie-du-val-d-aillon
Astronomy workshop at the cultural and scientific mediation center in Aillon-le-Jeune. More info at https://scienceexplo.fr/
Savoyard storytelling evenings hosted by an authentic local storyteller.

Who are these stays for?

These stays are designed for you if you are a teacher wishing to introduce your students to the mountains in winter without burdening families with high costs. L’Eau Vive is registered as an approved accommodation for school groups.

Example of a winter school program:

Morning	Afternoon	Evening
Monday	Bus transport: School > Bauges	Alpine skiing lesson (2h)
Tuesday	Visit to Aillon le Jeune cheese dairy	Alpine skiing lesson (2h)
Wednesday	Alpine skiing lesson (2h)	Introduction to biathlon
Thursday	Alpine skiing lesson (2h)	Snowshoe hike
Friday	Alpine skiing lesson (2h)	Bus transport: Bauges > School