What activities does the mountain offer in winter?

The mountains are the most natural playground that exists and the most popular in winter for the French.  

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Why do you do sports in the mountains? 

The mountains give us the opportunity to do many sports with the added bonus of a majestic setting when it is snowed in. This allows many people to go somewhere totally different from home and breathe fresh air. These different activities offer both adventure and excitement. Although the mountains offer a wide range of activities in the summer months, this article will focus more on winter activities. When you think of the mountains in winter, you immediately think of skiing. But there are variations of this sport and alternatives to appeal to a wide range of people. You will find both sliding and downhill sports. However, there are important safety rules to know. In addition, there are also activities that are closer to nature and far from the crowds and ski lifts. So don't hesitate, the wide open spaces, the snow and the benefits of fresh air are yours.

The mountains are full of activities 

As far as activities are concerned, you will have a wide choice of snow sports: 

Skiing and its variants: with downhill skiing, off-piste skiing, freestyle skiing, cross-country skiing and finally ski touring which will be the closest to nature. 

The snowboard category: alpine, freeride, freestyle and boardercross. Disciplines rich in sensations! 

For an activity with less sensation, choose snowshoes for example, which will allow you to enjoy the beautiful snowy landscapes while making a physical effort. If you want a fun activity, here is the best one: sledging! It allows you to have sensations and to have fun, whether with family or friends. If you are looking for height and adventure why not try mountaineering, an activity that will require a good physical condition but will allow you to surpass yourself. Accompanying is a real moment of sharing! 

So it's impossible to be bored during your mountain holidays this winter!