Chamonix Valley Photographic Walks

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Chamonix Valley Photographic Walks February/March 2015

The Photo Walks continue to provide an innovative way for world-travelers and photography buffs to discover and capture scenes and scenery of the Chamonix valley. Along with the now classic OPEN Photo Walk that has already pleased so many amateur photographers, there will also be a ONE TO ONE private photo-coaching Walk geared to the photographer keen to progress while in action.

Two different ways to enjoy the Photo Walks:

• PHOTO WALKS 'OPEN' - starting at 25€ pp depending on the itinerary.
  Guaranteed departure with a minimum of 5 persons.
• PHOTO WALKS 'ONE TO ONE' - 150€ for 1-3 persons.
  Guaranteed departure with a minimum of 1 person.

Find the details for these walks on the ONE TO ONE proposal list below.
Duration: 3-3h1/2. Pleasant walking on snowy paths.
Warm shoes, good soles & walking poles are highly recommended.
Reservations necessary the day before at the latest - +33 (0)6 08 95 89 42

PHOTO WALKS - OPEN

CHAMONIX - HIDDEN PATHS & OLD FARMS FOLLOWED BY HIGH TEA - 40€
A labyrinth of off the beaten paths take us to a neighborhood of beautiful old farmhouses and turn-of-the century villas facing the Mont Blanc. High tea back in town in a charmingly restored palace-hotel.
Rendez-vous: 14:00 in front of the St. Michel church in Chamonix
Tuesday: February 3 and March 3, 17 & 31
Monday: February 16

TRÈLECHAMPS - A PRESERVED ENVIRONNEMENT IN A STORY-BOOK SETTING - 25€
Winter is a magical experience on this protected plateau of forest, snow fields and traditional chalets. The enigmatic light of the solstice will add to the atmosphere and make for wonderful photographs. Even more so if we are lucky enough to be there during a snow-fall.
Rendez-vous: 13:20 in front of the SNCF train station of Montroc Le Planet
Tuesday: February 10 & 24 and March 10 & 24

CHAMONIX - FROM SUN TO SUNSET & SWEET CONFECTIONS OF A MASTER CHEF - 40€
We walk up an ancient snowy path to a little-known neighborhood where no cars can climb.
Late-afternoon light on the Mont Blanc assures splendid sunset impressions. Amazing dessert chef Cyril Gerard will have prepared for us a sweet-treat creation at the Auberge du Bois Prin.
Rendez-vous: 14:00 in front of the St. Michel church in Chamonix.
Thursday: February 5, 12 & 19 and March 5, 19 & 26

CHAMONIX - A SAVOYARD COOKING WORKSHOP & WALK WITH LUNCH INCLUDED - 46€
We start off by meeting one of the two local chefs who host this workshop. One traditional. The other, contemporary. We'll then work up an appetite while discovering one of the architectural treasures of the valley. Lunch is included on this walk. Beverages are separate.
Rendez-vous: 9:00 at the SNCF train station in Chamonix
Wednesday: February 11, 18 & 25 and March 4

LES MOUILLES OF CHAMONIX - A VILLAGE WORTH DISCOVERING WITH A COSY TEA - 30€
A stone's throw from the hustle and bustle of Chamonix yet light-years away. Generations of Chamoniards live in this traditional village where we will stop for a cosy tea in a family-owned hotel.
Rendez-vous: 14:00 in front of the St. Michel church in Chamonix
Thursday: February 26 and March 12

PHOTO WALKS - ONE TO ONE

Tuesday FEBRUARY 17: A DAY OF CARNAVELESQUE CRAZINESS IN THE VAL D'AOSTE
Please contact me for details and conditions regarding this exceptional excursion to the most traditional of CARNAVAL celebrations in the Val d'Aoste. Only in good weather.

CHAMONIX - PERSPECTIVES, SECRET PASSAGES AND ENCOUNTERS WITH A GREAT CHEF
The Michelin-starred Chef Mickey Bourdillat has been welcoming PHOTO WALK photographers into his kitchen for the past four years. A unique opportunity to see and capture the makings of a gastronomic lunch. After the photo shoot, we will take the by-ways through town into a traditional neighborhood before returning to the BISTROT. The lunch is not included but the menu of the day is 20 euros. I suggest reserving early as this super bargain is no longer a secret.

SERVOZ - A VILLAGE OF FARMERS AND ARTISTS DRIVEN BY BOTH TRADITION & PASSION
Unique encounters and traditional architecture will feed our curiosity in this charming village where artists, farmers and creative chefs stand on firm and chosen ground. The visual artist ANAKA, the cow-breeder Xavier CROZ, the Chef Marc SERRES are amongst the individuals we can meet and photograph on the different itineraries in Servoz.
Suggestion: A practical as well as delightful way to end a WALK is with a meal at the Auberge des Gorges de la Diosaz ( except on Mondays). Menus start at 21€.

VALLORCINE - DISCOVERING A WALSER VILLAGE AND ITS UNIQUE ATMOSPHERE
Unique, secretive, a bit tucked away... The exquisite afternoon light will enhance the atmosphere along the snowy path leading from hamlet to hamlet. A chance to photograph traditional Walser architecture setting the scene for an authentic and rustic way of life.
Suggestion: To warm up after the WALK, nothing like a hot-chocolat laced with Chartreuse in the traditional café chez Guy Ancey. If you plan to have lunch before-hand, try the CAFÈ COMPTOIR.

LES HOUCHES - WINTER SUN-BATHING, ISOLATED HAMLETS, SNOW-COVERED PASTURES
Perhaps the most impressive perspective of the Mont Blanc range is found at this spot. By car pool we will climb to the top of Coupeau where traditional alpine huts benefit from an extraordinary winter sun.
This WALK is only possible in very good road and weather conditions.

OTHER WALK IDEAS: SMALL-CHILDREN FAMILY WALKS IN VALLORCINE, THE VILLAGE OF
LES BOIS, THE DISCREET CHARM OF LES MOUILLES, GREAT PAINTERS OF THE VALLEY
IN POOR WEATHER, THE ITINERARIES MAY CHANGE TO ADAPT TO THE FORECAST
Don't hesitate to contact me for other custom-designed itinerary possibilites
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tel: +33 (0)6 08 95 89 42

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