One of the region's most visited cultural centers is the Les Allues Museum introducing visitors to the history of the region. The museum keeps a very diverse collection including important historical documents and manuscripts, as well as old photographs of the resort area. A significant part of the exposition is devoted to the traditions and lifestyle of the indigenous population. In the museum, you can see …
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Guests of the resort can diversify winter activities by visiting local spa centers, some of which are considered the best in the country. A great example is Grand Spa des Alpess that was opened in the nearby thermal resort. Today, its guests are offered chic thermal water pools and beautiful relaxation areas, as well as massage and beauty treatments, of course. The spa has its own specialization, being focused on …
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The real pride of regional cuisine is cheeses, some of which have been produced on local farms for over 500 years. A vivid example is “Reblochon” whose recipe was invented in the 13th century. A cheese platter is always served at wine tastings, and goat milk cheeses are especially appreciated by gourmets. Those with a sweet tooth will love a rich selection of fruit desserts. Apples, pears, apricots, and peaches …
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Today, local natural areas are under strict protection, and the once widespread activity took on a different form. In the vicinity of Meribel, large farms breed guinea fowl, wild pigeons, and other birds. However, the love for fishing has remained unchanged - there are magnificent alpine lakes near the resort. They are rich in rare fish species, so local fishermen hunt for lake trout and salmon all year round. …
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Meribel was founded in 1946, so there are no outstanding historical sights on its territory. During a walk through the resort, you can admire the picturesque wooden chalets, with some streets offering a splendid panoramic view of the city. One of the main symbols of the resort is the sports complex Olympic Center, which was built for the Olympics. After the sporting event, the complex remained and is now open for …
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First and foremost, this is skiing and snowboarding. Training is carried out prior to any descent, and children are being prepared in the most thorough manner. Little tourists will surely appreciate this kind of entertainment, especially since there are all conditions for this in the city. The resort has many wonderful ski slopes to be tried out be everyone - for example, La Folie Douce Meribel-Courchevel, Les …
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Climate in France and weather forecast - best seasons for visit
In France, the climate is quite favorable, so you can travel here at any time of the year. The main factor is the purpose of your visit to this romantic country, and financial opportunities. The highest tourist season occurs in the height of summer, and is observed from the end of July to the beginning of August. Although, in general, the beach season lasts until mid-September and the autumn season is characterized by a reasonable influx of tourists. Also, it is worth noting that a huge tourist rush is observed in the winter period. The country is visited by fans of mountain skiing. This usually begins from the middle of December and lasts until February. Also, a large percentage of travelers prefer to join in on the New Year and Christmas holidays in France. The least number of tourists in France is witnessed during the off-season. However, you can come to Paris at any time of the year; even when it rains to no end for days and the cold winds are relentless.
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Atmosphere of France: religion and languages
However, majority of the people still supports the unity of the French people, even according to the linguistic factor. But it should be noted that since the early nineties, there are several schools in France that study dialects, for example, Basque, Catalan or Corsican in addition to the national French language. In addition to the official language in France, some regions also speak their own peculiar dialects. The most common are the Alsatian dialect, and the Lorraine Franconian language. About 3% of the local population speaks German fluently, less than 2% speak Arabic and its dialects, and about 1% of the population speaks Italian, Spanish, and Portuguese.
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