Presentation
Join us on 24 July at the Col de la Croix de Fer for an unusual encounter with a flock of 2,000 sheep and their shepherd.
There'll be a barbecue on site, and a friendly, festive atmosphere!
2024 information to be confirmed.
2023 programme (indicative) :
10.30 am: Accompany the flock, meet the shepherd, his sheep and his dogs
12.15pm: Barbecue at altitude (registration required, places are limited) or packed picnic
Storytelling and alphorn with Zian des Pâles
But also :
Meet Sorlinette and Arvi, the Arves mascots
10.30am-2.30pm: Exhibition "The treasures of Savoie" with Pierre Giordano
Organised by the Saint Sorlin and Saint Jean d'Arves Tourist Offices.
Prior registration required at the Tourist Office:
- 15 €/adult
- 12 €/child (under 12)
⚠ Difficult parking
Ascent to the Col de la Croix de Fer recommended by cable car:
- Choseaux chairlift - Special rate 8€ (return ticket)
- Open from 9.30am to 4pm, purchase at Plan du Moulin from 9.15am
Access by hike possible in 1 hour from Saint Sorlin d'Arves
Opening period
Wednesday 24 July 2024 between 10.30 am and 2.30 pm.
Tarifs
Free entertainment.
Prices 2023:
- Barbecue (registration required at the Tourist Office): 15€ / adult - 12€ / child (under 12)
- Choseaux chairlift return ticket: 8€ - tickets to be purchased the same day at the Plan du Moulin ticket office.