A moment to enjoy... and take in the sights
Take time out for a break, enjoy a picnic or a good meal, and take in the sights!
Picnic areas
To delight both eyes and taste buds, picnic areas have been set up at altitude at the following sites:
Briançon : Pra Long (section 1) and Croix de la Nore (section 2)*
Chantemerle : Ratier, Trois Croix, Bois des Coqs, Sentier du Lutin and Grand Alpes*
Monêtier : from and at the top of the Bachas chairlift and near the "Crête des Lauzières" trail.
*How about becoming a chef at an altitude of 2,000 m?
Meet up at the Croix de la Nore and Grand Alpes areas, between 12pm and 2.30pm, to take advantage of the planchas available and share a convivial barbecue with your loved ones.
Or simply relax on one of the deckchairs , enjoy the view and *a moment of relaxation in the mountains.
▪︎ Access to the Croix de la Nore picnic area - Briançon :
- To get there: Prorel gondola, section 2, then follow an easy pedestrian route
▪︎ Access to Grand Alpes picnic area - Chantemerle:
- Go: Ratier gondola lift, Serre Chevalier cable car, Les Trois Croix pedestrian route (no. 25 on map)
- Recommended return: Grand Serre chairlift, Serre Chevalier gondola and Ratier gondola.
Don't hesitate to combine a lunch break with exploring the Serre Chevalier area on one of the many walks, hikes or mountain bike trails. You'll get the most out of it!
Altitude restaurants: the pinnacle of your relaxation break
It's not just in winter that mountain restaurants open their doors. In summer, some of them welcome you too. They're the ideal place to enjoy a drink, comfortably seated in a deckchair, or to savour a delicious meal on the terrace.
On the Serre Chevalier estate, they're the perfect place to enjoy a delicious moment in an exceptional setting. To make sure you have a seat, remember to reserve your table.
A few tips
- Pack in your rucksack: sunglasses, water bottle, sun cream, warm and/or waterproof clothing, walking sticks...
- Strollers are only allowed on the Prorel gondola in Briançon, the Ratier gondola and the Serre Chevalier cable car in Chantemerle. Bring a bottle to enable the baby to swallow, which relieves pressure on the ears, and keep an eye on the baby's reactions during the ascent (if in doubt, seek medical advice).
- Pets are welcome on the estate. They must be kept on a leash. If you wish to access the ski area by chairlift, only small animals are allowed, provided they are carried in a suitable bag. Lift personnel will be happy to advise you.
For a pleasant day on the Serre Chevalier ski area, please note the following opening times opening times.
