The ESI in the station

The International Ski School of La Faucille-Mijoux-La Vattay is located at the Monts-Jura resort in La Faucille, France. Access is from the Col de La Faucille, on the RN5, between Les Rousses (Jura) and Gex (Ain).

Office of the ESI La Faucille-Mijoux-La Vattay :

Our reception office is located in the shopping center of La Faucille. Our receptionist Claudine is at your disposal to inform you about the services offered by the E.S.I. de la Faucille and to answer your questions. Open every day from 8:30 am to 5 pm 

SITE WEB

  • 30 minutes from Geneva
  • AGE 3 AND UP
  • Kindergarten
  • Quality management
  • Fun and conviviality
  • Availability
Learning Stage

Learning Stage

It is located in front of the Mini-Champions' large reception chalet. The learning ground is a prepared stadium with a variety of courses, prepared for the different levels of skiing of the students and maintained daily. It is equipped with 4 snow wires.

Students practice on the course until they are able to control their speed and direction in order to follow a group on the slopes safely. The stadium includes a technical area specially designed for the Maxi-Champions to warm up before going on the slopes.

Toutes nos activités

  • JURA TRAPPER

    JURA TRAPPER

    Proposé par ESI La Faucille-Mijoux-La Vattay

    à partir de 30

    Come and play animal detective and discover the treasures of La Vattay. Age 6 and up.

    Learn to build igloos, follow clues or decipher riddles to discover this remarkable and unique environment.

    Activities that can be undertaken with or without snow:

    With Snow: Snowshoeing, cross-country skiing
    Without Snow: Hiking

    Trapper medal presentation on Fridays.

    Monday to Friday from 2pm to 4pm

    23 - 27 December 2024
    30 December - 3 January 2025
    10 - 14 February 2025
    17 - 21 February 2025
    24 - 28 February 2025
    3 - 7 March 2025

    PRICE: €135

  • NORDIC SKI TOURING

    NORDIC SKI TOURING

    Proposé par ESI La Faucille-Mijoux-La Vattay

    à partir de 50

    Guided outings to discover the Jura mountains

    Half-day outing: 50€ per person: Introduction to the sport – learn the basic skills necessary to ski independently.

    La Dole or the Monts Jura areas.

    A good level of fitness is essential, similar to that necessary for hill-walking and snowshoeing.
    Full day outing*: 90€ per person: Discover the Jura mountains in winter on skis with your picnic in your backpack!
    Open to all experienced skiers.

    *Modifiable according to weather conditions.
    Tailor-made outings: Price on demand

    Minimum 3 people.

    Meeting point: Chalet ESI La Vattay Ski School (unless obliged to change due to restrictions imposed by
    the Reserve)

    Further Info and Enquiries: 06 11 23 23 73 or esilafaucille@ecoledeski.fr

  • FAMILY LESSONS

    FAMILY LESSONS

    Proposé par ESI La Faucille-Mijoux-La Vattay

    à partir de 60

    Try a lesson with your young children and enjoy the joys of a family outing

    Try a lesson with your young children and enjoy the joys of a family outing. country skiing for
    all the family including how to ski with a pulka (a type of sled for young children).

    PRICE :
    1 HOUR: 60€
    1 HOUR 30 MINUTES: 80€
    2 HOURS: 110€

    Further Info and Enquiries: 06 11 23 23 73 or esilafaucille@ecoledeski.fr

  • Biathlon

    Biathlon

    Proposé par ESI La Faucille-Mijoux-La Vattay

    à partir de 35

    Discover LASER biathlon with progression and competitions with family or friends.

    Adults and children can take the same course.
    Laser biathlon is a risk-free and fun activity as the rifles do not fire projectiles.

    2 hours of activity

    Maximum 6 people.

    In case of lack of snow, we suggest switching the activity to biathlon in trainers.

    Biathlon Courses:

    Monday to Friday 2pm-4pm

    • 23 - 27 December 2024
    • 30 December - 3 January 2025
    • 10 - 14 February 2025
    • 17 - 21 February 2025
    • 24 - 28 February 2025
    • 3 - 7 March 2025

    Medal presentation on Fridays: : ESI medals

    PRICE: €150

    Further Info and Enquiries: 06 11 23 23 73 or esilafaucille@ecoledeski.fr

  • CHILDREN'S HOLIDAY COURSES

    CHILDREN'S HOLIDAY COURSES

    Proposé par ESI La Faucille-Mijoux-La Vattay

    à partir de 135

    Our children's courses: from beginner to advanced levels. From 3 years old. Classic or skating.

    In an area especially designed for them, introduce your children to cross-country skiing in a fun environment - the
    instructors at ESI la Vattay will be delighted to help them take their first steps on skis using teaching methods
    specially adapted to help children learn whilst having fun, in a fun and safe space in the heart of the countryside.
    In case of lack of snow, we suggest switching ski lessons to orienteering, archery, hiking and hut building.

    Our children's courses: from beginner to advanced levels.

    Medal presentation on Fridays: ESI medals

    Dates available for group lessons:

    Monday to Friday 11am-1pm.

    • 23 - 27 December 2024
    • 30 December - 3 January 2025
    • 10 - 14 February 2025
    • 17 - 21 February 2025
    • 24 - 28 February 2025
    • 3 - 7 March 2025

    Further Info and Enquiries: 06 11 23 23 73 or esilafaucille@ecoledeski.fr

  • Nordic ESI Club

    Nordic ESI Club

    Proposé par ESI La Faucille-Mijoux-La Vattay

    à partir de 30

    AGE 3 AND UP

    In an area especially designed for them, introduce your children to skiing in a fun environment -
    the instructors at ESI la Vattay will be delighted to help them take their first steps on skis, using
    teaching methods specially adapted to help children learn whilst having fun, in a fun and safe
    space in the heart of the countryside.

    Every weekend 11am-1pm or 2pm-4pm.

    Every Wednesday 2pm-4pm.

    Further Info and Enquiries: 06 11 23 23 73 or esilafaucille@ecoledeski.fr

  • Alpin skiing group lessons for children

    Alpin skiing group lessons for children

    Proposé par ESI La Faucille-Mijoux-La Vattay

    à partir de 36

    Lessons for children between 3 and 13 years old.

    Groups limited in size - Recognised badges and tests in all our schools -  Child-friendly facilities - Multilingual instructors.

  • Alpine ski kindergarten

    Alpine ski kindergarten

    Proposé par ESI La Faucille-Mijoux-La Vattay

    à partir de 36

    A children's club specially designed for the little ones, with a reassuring, playful and colorful environment

     A children's club specially designed for the little ones, with a reassuring, playful and colorful environment

  • Nordic ski private lessons

    Nordic ski private lessons

    Proposé par ESI La Faucille-Mijoux-La Vattay

    à partir de 50

    Classic or skating

    Whether it be the classic technique or skating we are here to provide for all your needs: from learning the
    basic skills necessary to enjoy a gentle ski outing to the quest for high level sporting performance.

    - CLASSIC is the original technique; it’s like walking with the addition of a gliding movement. Both skis stay
    parallel facing the direction of travel. This is the technique generally preferred by beginners as it is easier to
    learn than skating and is a more natural movement.

    - SKATING is more like roller or ice skating with a side to side movement. This technique is much more
    demanding physically than classic but ultimately allows the skier to go faster.

    PRICES: 1 hour | 1h30 | 2 hours
    • 1 pers : 50€ | 75€ | 100€
    • 2 pers : 60€ | 90€ | 120€
    • 3 pers : 70€ | 105€ | 140€

    10% discount for the class from 4 to 5pm.

    • Pack of 5 lessons : 225€

    Further Info and Enquiries: 06 11 23 23 73 or esilafaucille@ecoledeski.fr

  • Private lessons in alpine skiing

    Private lessons in alpine skiing

    Proposé par ESI La Faucille-Mijoux-La Vattay

    à partir de 52

    A more personalized approach

    Your friend or family have the same ski expertise, enjoy private lessons. It is less expensive and more fun !

    You can make reservations at the ski school, or phone us (during the season) or send us an email.

    The rates for ski school lessons do NOT include either lift-passes (except for the beginners' area in front of the chalet), insurance or any charges for emergency aid. 

    -Under 5's are eligible for a free lift-pass which must be collected from the main ticket office ("caisse")
    -Over 5's MUST have a valid lift-pass, unless only using the beginners' area in front of the Club Minichampions

    The reduced price lift-passes sold with lessons should be collected from the ESI Office and are only valid during lessons.

    RATES : 1h | 1h30 | 2h

    • 1 pers : 52€ | 78€ | 104€

    • 2 pers : 64€ | 96€ | 128€

    • 3 pers : 76€ | 114€ | 152€

    • 4 pers : 88€ | 132€ | 176€

    Bookings by e-mail to esilafaucille@ecoledeski.fr or on site

  • Nordic ski group lessons for adults

    Nordic ski group lessons for adults

    Proposé par ESI La Faucille-Mijoux-La Vattay

    à partir de 30

    Two techniques: classic or skating.

    • Every weekend 11am-1pm or 2pm-4pm.

      • Introduction to classic cross-country skiing:
      A class for all those wanting to try cross-country skiing for the first time or who haven’t been on skis for a long while.
      Learn how to glide, slow down, stop and turn, everything necessary to enjoy a ski outing independently and
      improve ones fitness levels. Classic ski style.

      • Introduction to Skating:
      Already possessing the basic skills of the classic style, this class will enable you to develop in depth the techniques
      necessary for skating. Train for a specific goal (for example the Transjurassienne or other races) or hone your
      fitness levels for the summer season (all endurance sports, trail running, triathlon, cycling, etc.)

      • Advanced Skating:
      Having mastered the basic skills of skating, this class will enable you to continue to improve your technique.

      The session comprises:
      • Learning the different skating steps (one-step, two-step, combined-step and step turn)
      • Fluidity of movement.
      • Changing direction, slowing down.
      • Adapting the different steps to the terrain.
      • Improving balance and efficiency of movement.
      • Personalised video to aid correction of technique.
      • Learning waxing techniques (if of interest).

    Further Info and Enquiries: 06 11 23 23 73 or esilafaucille@ecoledeski.fr

  • Nordic ski group lessons for children

    Nordic ski group lessons for children

    Proposé par ESI La Faucille-Mijoux-La Vattay

    à partir de 30

    Classic or skating technique.

    • In an area especially designed for them, introduce your children to skiing in a fun environment -
      the instructors at ESI la Vattay will be delighted to help them take their first steps on skis, using
      teaching methods specially adapted to help children learn whilst having fun, in a fun and safe
      space in the heart of the countryside.

      Every weekend 11am-1pm or 2pm-4pm.

      Classic or skating.

      Every Wednesday 2pm-4pm.

      Children from 3 to 9 years old - classic technique.

      Skating is possible for those who already have a good technical and physical level.

      Further Info and Enquiries: 06 11 23 23 73 or esilafaucille@ecoledeski.fr

Nous contacter

ESI La Faucille-Mijoux-La Vattay
7 route de la maréchaude - Centre commercial, 01170 GEX, FR

Cross-country skiing la Vattay

Cross-country skiing la Vattay

The Domaine de la Vattay and our chalet are located 3 km from the Col de la Faucille: access map 

The ski school offers a wide range of Nordic activities on the Vattay site.

Further Info and Enquiries: 06 11 23 23 73 or esilafaucille@ecoledeski.fr

Discover the resort at Monts Jura in summer

Discover the resort at Monts Jura in summer

Explore the beauty of Col de la Faucille and the Monts Jura with its summer activities