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Discover our mountain

in fall

Fun never sleeps at our Sommets! Discover our range of autumn activities and get ready for a season full of adventure and surprises.

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Sommet Saint-Sauveur versant Avila
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Our mountain in winter
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What to do this fall

Action, outdoor fun, relaxation, laughter and pleasure... an infinite array of activities for the whole family. Discover THE best recreation and tourism destination in the Laurentians and start planning your winter season now!

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Biking
Parc F.U.N.
Aerial Hebertism
Camping and Cabins
Snow School
Skiing & Snowboarding
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Plan your visit

Come and enjoy the fall colors! Mountain bike trails, chairlift rides to soak up the views, Parc F.U.N. rides, lively terraces... Autumn is a wonderful season to breathe in the fresh mountain air at our Sommets. Plan your next visit now!

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Beginner's guide to

skiing and snowboarding

Unparalleled guidance, passionate instructors and adapted terrain where the pleasure of sliding is THE priority - that's what awaits you at les Sommets. 

 

Follow the steps below to make your first skiing or snowboarding experience easier, safer and more enjoyable.

 

Where to start?

 

Book online in advance

When you start skiing or snowboarding, you have two options for learning and progressing. The first is to be accompanied by an experienced instructor who will guide you through every step of your learning process. This approach ensures structured and safe learning, ideal for those who prefer to be supervised. Our “Snow School” packages include a ski ticket, equipment rental and a lesson with an instructor.  

 

You can also learn on your own in a specially-designed beginner's area, with a five-step course built to allow you to develop your skills at your own pace. This method offers greater freedom and autonomy, ideal for those who like to be challenged and explore on their own.

Supervised by an instructor
Learn by yourself

 

Need equipment?

 

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Focus on the pleasure of sliding by renting quality equipment at affordable rates. All our ski and snowboard rentals with boots include a helmet for your safety. What's more, many instructor packages include rental equipment. 

 

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Wear warm clothes

 

If you're getting ready to play in the snow, dress accordingly! Do like the onion and opt for layers that you can remove as needed. Don't forget to cover your extremities; fingers, toes, and nose are sensitive to the cold.

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Les Sommets ,Manteau Hiver Vetement Ski Planche

 

 

Lined gloves or waterproof mittens are a must to keep your hands warm and dry.

 

Take care of your extremities! 

 

 

A thin toque under the helmet or a padded helmet are suggested for sliding sports. 

 

All our packages include a helmet. 

 

 

Make sure you have a good pair of stockings. Choose synthetic and wool fibers.


Our on-site and online stores offer a wide selection.

 

 

A winter coat and snow pants are a must when spending the day in the snow! 

 

A pair of jeans is not enough ;)

 

Familiarize yourself with the mountain

 

Arrive early

 

If you have booked a lesson, please arrive at the ski area at least 30 minutes before the lesson starts, or at least 60 minutes in advance if equipment rental is required.

 

Explore your Summit to familiarize yourself with the resort before you arrive.

 

Safety tips
for skiing and snowboarding

 

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Your safety is our priority

 

When practicing winter sports, it's important to take precautions to minimize risk and maximize enjoyment so you can have a pleasant, accident-free time on our slopes. For example, it's important to choose the type of slopes you use according to your ability. By adopting good safety practices, such as using appropriate equipment, respecting the code of conduct on the mountain, and being vigilant, you will ensure your own safety as well as that of other users.

 

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Professional techniques
for fun learning

 

Take a look at our videos, which will show you how easy it is to get started on the slopes. Our passionate, dedicated instructors and Intro-Plus Zones are the perfect way to get started in this wonderful sport.

 

Conseil Viragederapage

Skidding and turning advice

Conseil Carre

Square-taking advice

Conseil Craintes

Building confidence

Conseil Equilibre

The balance

Conseil Planche

Snowboarding advice

Conseil 1

Advice: Suspension

Conseil 2

Advice: One skate step

Conseil 3

Advice: Control your speed

Conseil 6

Advice: Slalom

Conseil 8

Advice: Balance on curves

Conseil 9

Advice: Mobility in the lower body

Conseil 10

Advice: keep it light

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Advice: Initiation

Conseil 13

Advice: Practical techniques

Conseil 14

Advice: Exercise and warm-up

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Advice: intro-plus experience

Conseil 17

Advice: Profiled track

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Advice: The small clod

Conseil 19

Advice: Level 4

Conseil 20

Advice: Round curve

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Advice: Skiing is ageless

Progression
of trails

 

From the Intro-Plus Zone to one of our expert-only trails, Sommet Saint-Sauveur has several types of trails to offer a varied playground adapted to each of our customers:

  • A 5-step learning zone that lets you learn at your own pace;
  • Trails for beginners, intermediates, advanced and experts;
  • Increased presence of patrollers on beginner trails;
  • Naturally snow-covered trails;
  • Glades for young and old alike.

 

Practical information at the ski resort

 

 

At the Atelier,

our experts are here to offer you a range of services:

  • Sharpening;
  • Base maintenance;
  • Binding installation and adjustment, etc.

 

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By visiting our boutiques,

you'll find everything you need to enjoy your favorite board sports, and benefit from our staff's expert advice:

  • Skiing and snowboarding;
  • Snow sports clothing;
  • Accessories;
  • Protective gear;
  • Transport bags.

 

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Comfort area

Looking for a relaxing break between two runs? Come and enjoy one of our comfort areas located at the bottom of the slopes:

  • Outdoor area with fireplace;
  • Parents' area near the school slope;
  • Cafeteria in the main pavilion;
  • Café l'Atelier.

 

Après-ski

 

 

Restoration

 

Discover the many dining options, from cozy cafés to bistro-bars. Something for everyone!

 

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Events

 

Our Summits offer a veritable cornucopia of events, whatever the season. What's your favourite?

 

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Lodging in the region

 

The region offers a multitude of accommodation options, from luxury hotels to charming inns and welcoming B&Bs.

 

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Plan your next visits

Plan your next ski and snowboard lessons with us now by booking your 2nd and 3rd visits. By doing so, you'll save on your visits and instantly get a season pass valid from March 1 of the current year!

 

 

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Other activities
for the whole family

Cross-country skiing and snowshoeing
Snow Tubing Park
Ski touring
Camping and cabins
Le Viking
École de glisse les Sommets
École de glisse les Sommets

The largest snow sports school in Quebec

 

Les Sommets Snow School has more than 750 passionate instructors, provides 780,000 hours of instruction every season, and has won several major awards.

 

A wide range of ski and snowboard packages and lessons are available to help you progress quickly and safely.

 

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The Intro-Plus Zone

 

Our revolutionary self-learning course introduces you to board sports with:

  • A five-step, free-access circuit in the Intro-Plus Zone, allowing you to complete the illustrated exercises at your own pace, at any time.
  • A counselling service on Saturdays to guide you in your learning process (available at Sommet Saint-Sauveur and versant Avila).

The best part? All you need is a ticket and equipment rental! The Intro-Plus Zone is available at all Sommets!

 

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For the love of skiing

Our Programs
Our Programs

Our Snow Schools offer a wide range of programs for all ages, from beginners to experts.

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Camps
Camps

Offered during the various winter school breaks, the Snow School camps will keep your youngsters busy.

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Competition teams

Our competition teams, whether skiing or snowboarding, are renowned for the excellence of their coaching and professionalism.

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