Issue No.26

Janine Marsh bikes!
Les Gets Bikepark has more than 128km of
marked trails, good for all levels from kids
upwards on green, blue, red and black trails
for those who are really really keen. That’s
not me. I hired an e-bike and protective
gear, slung the bike on a chair lift to take
away the real slog of going up the mountain
and enjoyed a slow ride overlooking the
most spectacular scenery. My friends on the
other hand, dare devils and thrill seekers,
hired top of the range bikes and cycled part
of the Tour de France route, loved Les Gets
Bikepark including the black runs, sped
downhill and went all out enduro. I met up
with them when they finished, there was
plenty for me to do including shopping, the
shops here are fabulous, while they were
having the ride of their lives.
Spas
There are several spas in the town, perfect
for relaxing muscles after a day of fresh air. I
went to the new Les Sources du Chéry. It’s
smart but friendly and has everything you
need to chill – steam room, pool, sauna,
jacuzzi, salt cave and for the brave – a cold
water well! Due to Covid-19 precautions,
entry to the spa resources was strictly
controlled and it was a bit odd wearing a
mask in a spa but – whatever it takes.
www.sourcesduchery.com/en/