Val d'Ayas

Antagnod

Torchlight procession of the Champoluc ski instructors

By: LoveVDA

Torchlight procession of the Champoluc ski instructors

The traditional torchlight procession of Ski School illuminates the woods and the slopes of the village.

Fireworks display at the end.

  • Registration free by December 29th
  • A medium ski level is required
  • Only front batteries or LED torches allowed

Infos

Timetable

19:30 - 22:00

Contacts

Ufficio del Turismo - Ayas Champoluc

Email: valdayas@turismo.vda.it

Phone: (+39) 0125.307113

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