The station Karellis, Alps Savoie is a unique concept of tourism development. Created in 1975, the utopian concept always attracted vacationers who appreciate the benefits of this mountain resort in summer and winter ...
Where does the name of Karellis?
On the slopes where they pushed Karelia created a unique mountain resort: Les Karellis.
"Karelia", do not look in a dictionary, the name did not appear as these montrichelain dialect.
The alpine Montricher pushes a rough and smooth so-called "Karel", situated on the sunny slopes. The shepherd boys amused themselves by sliding on the grass lying on the side slopes. They sit on their mantle or on a small board and ran down like a sledge. The station name came naturally: Karellis in connection with the Karel and a place called "plan-Karel.
A Tale of facts: "it was once Les Karellis"
The station Karellis was an opportunity for residents Montricher the early 1960s, everyone knew, the school had closed, the decline of agricultural activity was increasing, the county seat moved to Bochet, lower in the valley.
The unique design of the assembly of the Station, by Peter Laine, founder, captivated the City Council at the time, while seeking investors for the development of winter tourism.
Fruit of cooperation between the Municipality and Renewal Association, assembly was then possible by controlling land means any mechanism of speculation is avoided, the town bears no investment is a priority of jobs reserved for residents Common and the surrounding area. Accommodation is from the concept of harmonious development that condition.
In 1970 the two municipalities merged Montricher and Albanne Albanne offering a development opportunity by partnering the project and the Karellis.
In 1973 construction began on the ISS.
In 1976 the first skiers discover the ski area, enjoy the convivial, welcoming Resorts all located at the foot of the slopes, offering quality services tailored to the needs of families.
Almost 30 later, intact in the mind "tourism association, the experience of Karellis continues to be cited as an example of sustainable development.
Development Harmonized Deriving of reflection of two economists J. Lebret and F. Perroux, the concept of harmonious development has mainly been used in the preparation of development plans and development in countries of low or fragile economy. P. Laine has incorporated the principles for adapting to tourism associations.
SIGHTSEEING
While on vacation in Karellis, learn all the mountain heritage of Savoy and Maurienne:
Ecomuseum Montricher, 5 km below the station:
Revival of the old life in the village of Montricher.
In an old house in the heart of the old village of Montricher, discover the old life: housing, field work, woodworking.
Basement is reconstituted the process of manufacture of slate production that lasted until the early 1970s.
Open from 1st July to 31 August, Tuesdays and Thursdays from 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m..
Admission fee.
Reservations accepted for groups all year.
For further information: Tel: +33 4 79 59 61 50 - Email: musemontau@orange.fr
Village Albanne:
Each week a tour of the village of Albanne and its baroque church is organized. Ability to access on foot from the Karellis.
Information Tourist Office in Karellis +33 4 79 59 50 36 or by email.
Saint-Jean-de-Maurienne (15 km from the resort). The historic capital of the Maurienne, Saint-Jean-de-Maurienne offers many places to discover:
The cathedral, the cloister, the crypt.
The museum of traditions and costumes Maurienne in the old Episcopal Palace.
The essential Opinel knife museum is open every day except Sundays and holidays, from 9am to 12pm and from 14h to 19h. Free admission.
The Museum of liquors Mont Corbier (Rue du Parc de la Vanoise). From 10h to 12h 14h-18h. Tel. : +33 4 79 64 00 24.
Space Lanslebourg Baroque and Baroque circuit. All Baroque churches Maurienne can be visited as part of "Pathways of Baroque". Contact the Area in Baroque Lanslebourg +33 4 79 05 90 42.
The legendary cols of the Tour de France.
Forts Haute Maurienne.
The National Park of Vanoise.
One day in Italy in Turin or Suze (coach tours are offered, information at the Tourist Office Karellis).
CHALET ALPAGE - And if we went Chez Pépé Nicolas? Between Les Menuires and Val Thorens, in the mountains, come share a fondue with family or friends. An exceptional view of the Alps,...
Located 14.1 km from Les Karellis
42 € per person
Le K
7
Saint-Martin-de-Belleville
LOCATION - This is the heart of the 3 Valleys ski area, in the village of Saint-Martin-de-Belleville in the Chalet Hotel Kaya **** that is the restaurant Le K. The atmosphere is contemporary...
Located 15.1 km from Les Karellis
47 € per person
La Grange
9
Saint-Martin-de-Belleville
La Grange restaurant, perched on the mountain in the heart of Val Thorens at the Pierre et Vacances welcomes you in a setting where the Savoyard stone and wood predominate. Menu, the...
2 rooms for 1 to 4 persons, and possibility of sleeping 2 additional persons. House in 2 km of St Jean de Maurienne's center, situated on the hillside southwest and dominating the city....
Located 7.3 km from Les Karellis
64 € the double room
Apartment with 2 bedrooms
10
Villarodin-Bourget
Bed and breakfast 'tailor' - Ideal for hikers, climbers. Lies at the foot of the Vanoise National Park, Forts of Esseillon. 15mn from Italy via the Fréjus tunnel. For ski enthusiasts,...
Located 23 km from Les Karellis
From 45 € to 50 € the double room
Chambres d'hôtes la roche du croue
9.6
Aussois
In the village station of aussois, near the National park of Vanoise, la roche du croue offers 5 rooms labeled Gites de France 3 ears.
Two rentals on the ground floor of a chalet in Valloire in the center of the ski resort in Savoie.
Located 7 km from Les Karellis
From 295 € to 405 € per week
Gite de la biche orelle liaison 3vallées
8.8
Orelle
65 m² cottage has 6-8 people on orelle valthorens 3 Valleys largest ski area in the world near the Vanoise National Park and mythical passes alpins. Navette free to join cable car pool...
Located 11.4 km from Les Karellis
From 350 € to 600 € per week
Le pin des aigles
8.8
Valloire
Rental of luxury in a typical mountain chalet on the site Animal of Bonnenuit, Valloire. Very spacious, 150 m ², ideal for rest with family or sporting holiday. Very important wildlife...
Camping Caravaneige Isertan Park at the foot of the Vanoise National Park. Heated pool and indoor pool of over 100 m ², rental cabins, rental mobile home wood, rental tents furnished....
Located in the hamlet of Les Karellis, Village Vacances Arc en Ciel is just 25 metres from the ski lifts. You can relax on the furnished terrace, with a drink from the bar and enjoy...
Located 210 m from Les Karellis
Room from 55 €
Les Sorbiers
8.3
Montricher-Albanne
Located in the mountains, this hotel is a 4-minute walk from the centre of Montricher-Albanne and 4.8 km from Les Karellis ski resort. It offers free Wi-Fi in public areas and panoramic...
Located 1 km from Les Karellis
Room from 45 €
Hotel Restaurant Lancheton
7.6
Saint-Julien-Mont-Denis
Located in the heart of Maurienne Valley, Hotel Restaurant Lancheton is at the foot of La Croix des Têtes. It offers rooms with balconies and views of the mountains. Valloire and Les...
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