This weekend is about what matters to me: life, friendship, nature, an active life, connections and community. It also happens to be at Dojo Alpina, the place some dear friends, Pernille and I have been building in the Alps, in that very same spirit. So, here's the plan for the weekend.
Route des S'Nailles 268, 74310 Les Houches. Some of us are staying here, and it's where we meet for Saturday breakfast. Open in Maps ↗
1000 Route des Chavants, 74310 Les Houches. A short 8–10 min hike further up the mountain from Basecamp 1. Most of our party are staying here, and it's where we meet for the Friday welcome dinner. Walking times below are given from this address unless noted otherwise. Open in Maps ↗
The Grange, right on site at Les Granges d'en Haut, no need to go anywhere. First hugs, first drinks, weekend officially begins.
The Grange · open in MapsSame location. Let me know fish or meat on the RSVP page.
Basecamp 1, Route des S'Nailles 268, 74310 Les Houches. Please bring appropriate clothes for being outside and for whichever activity you've signed up for. Also, please bring the two books as mentioned in the email I sent.
Dojo Alpina · open in MapsRuns from 11:00 until approx. 14:30. Sign up for one of four activities on the RSVP page: e-mountainbike, trail running, trekking or rock climbing. Not feeling it? There's a fifth, totally fine option: hang out at Dojo Alpina instead. There will also be a light lunch up on the mountain between 13:30 and 15:00, where the different activity groups will drop by along the way.
Le Solerey, Les Houches. A gradual transition from trail to table, with an informal buffet: snacks on arrival, dinner to follow, and plenty of time for laughter and reconnecting. Very informal, so bring a warm sweater or jacket, we'll be out on the terrace for a while if the weather's kind (and for the walk back either way). ~25 min walk from Basecamp 2 (Les Granges d'en Haut). If you're tired after the day's exercise, it's also a short drive with room to park; you can even leave the car overnight and walk back or grab a taxi.
Le Solerey · open in MapsKitsch Inn, and after that, no fixed ending. Stay and hang out as long as you like; we have the place until 15:00. If you'd rather squeeze in one last hike in the mountains, or want a taste of Chamonix town before heading to the airport, Sunday afternoon is a good window for it. ~1.6 km / 20 min walk from Basecamp 2 (Les Granges d'en Haut).
Kitsch Inn · open in MapsFor anyone arriving early Friday, lingering Sunday night, or heading home Monday: a few ideas to fill the extra time.
Everything, at a glance.
Lost, running late, or just can't find the trail? Call or WhatsApp me: +45 40 46 06 69 😉
That's Martin, not the concierge.