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Wellness activities in the mountains
Summer in the mountains is a true haven of peace, offering the perfect balance between adventure and relaxation. The lush green landscapes, wild flowers and crystal-clear streams create an ideal setting for reconnecting with nature.
Studies show that the open spaces of the mountains have significant benefits for physical and mental health. Make the most of your stay to recharge your batteries and enjoy summer at altitude!
What wellness activities are available in the resort?
After a day’s hiking or outdoor activities, there are plenty of ways to relax in the resort. Contact the resort tourist office to find out about the wellness facilities and activities available nearby.
Spas, swimming pools and wellness centres
Many hotels and sports centres offer spas where you can enjoy relaxing massages after an active day. Some establishments offer access to their facilities, including saunas and swimming pools, even for visitors not staying on site. For a unique summer experience, choose spas with views of the surrounding peaks and landscapes, creating a soothing setting.
If water is your thing, many resorts have outdoor pools and natural ponds to cool off in the sunshine. Enjoy relaxing by the pool while admiring the mountains around you.
Thermal cures
The mountains, the perfect place to recharge your batteries, are also the ideal destination for a spa treatment! In France, spas such as Brides-les-Bains in Savoie and Ax-les-Thermes in the Pyrenees harness the natural benefits of mineral waters to offer treatments during specialised holidays.
Why is it beneficial? In the mountains, the altitude, pure air and calm enhance the therapeutic effects of the treatments on offer. Spa treatments can be used to treat respiratory ailments (asthma, sleep apnoea), joints (osteoarthritis, arthritis) or dermatological conditions (eczema, psoriasis).
These cures are organised in such a way as to combine treatment with typical mountain activities such as hiking, yoga or sunbathing in a setting that is soothing for those taking the waters. A truly rejuvenating break for body and soul!
Aromatherapy and nature walks
The mountains are also rich in unique aromatic plants used in wellness treatments. Aromatherapy, which uses essential oils extracted from these plants, helps to relieve tension and bring a sense of well-being. Don’t hesitate to take advantage of the treatments offered in wellness centres.
And what about immersing yourself completely in nature? Sylvotherapy is ideal for this: spending time surrounded by trees, walking in the forest and feeling the energy of nature can reduce stress and improve your mood. Many resorts offer outings dedicated to this practice, perfect for recharging your batteries.
Yoga in the mountains, an activity for body and mind
Yoga is the essential summer activity for combining relaxation and vitality. In the mountains, you can take part in yoga sessions in the heart of nature, with breathtaking views. Imagine yourself meditating on a green hillside, lulled by the sound of streams and birdsong. Some resorts even offer yoga sessions at sunrise, for a unique and invigorating experience.
→ Also discover the many ways to practise yoga in the mountains in summer.
Well-being resorts
The wellness resorts offer a multitude of options for combining mountain activities with moments of relaxation.
There are spas, swimming pools and relaxation areas, the perfect place to recharge your batteries after days out exploring. Some spas offer cures adapted to the summer season.
Find out more about wellness resorts throughout the French massifs.
It’s no myth: studies have shown that the mountains have beneficial effects on our bodies. The clean air and natural landscapes help to reduce stress and improve your mood.
What’s more, spending time in the mountains exposes you to more natural light, encouraging the production of vitamin D, which is essential for boosting your immune system. Outdoor activities, combined with fresh air, also help to improve your physical and mental well-being.
The various wellness activities, combined with the natural effects of the mountains, make the French massifs ideal destinations for relaxing and looking after your body and mind, even in summer.
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