It has it all: fun, views...
**VAL THORENS (FRANCE) **
Nothing more and nothing less than a record is the letter of introduction to this French alpine resort . Le Tobbogan considers itself as the longest toboggan run in France (I mean, from half Europe ) Begin to 3,000 meters of altitude , at the feet of Peclet Glacier. After leaving the funicular and the landscape behind, a descent of about 45 minutes ideal for all ages (from five years) . In addition, this activity has become the perfect culmination to a day in the heights thanks to your evening hours . And it is that for only €22.50 you can enjoy a piece of cheese in the Chalet with some mulled wine and, of course, from descent in full darkness. A perfect end of party.
**SAAS FEE (SWITZERLAND) **
On the sides, the imposing and beautiful Valais mountains in Switzerland flank the more than 11 kilometers of route that separate the natural paradise from Kreuzboden of one of the most emblematic Swiss resorts . From the amazing landscape you go in a second to the adrenaline from downhill on an open track , also, in the evening . The descent itself is a ideal excursion for the whole family and allows you to make different stops along the way to cool the retinas and warm the cheeks.
Ideal for the whole family.
**GRINDEWALD (SWITZERLAND) **
Their numbers overwhelm. More of 15 kilometers and 1,600 meter drop are the challenge proposed by the track known as Great Pintenfritz . Legend has it that this madness was born from a Lost bet by the guardian of a mountain lodge . Be that as it may, the route begins in Faulhorn, passes through Bussalp and ends in Grindewald is not only the most attractive for being the largest in Europe (and probably the world), but because it allows enjoy the view of the iconic Eiger mountain from a much more entertaining perspective.
**BERGÜIN (SWITZERLAND) **
something more than six kilometers and and The incentive to be illuminated at all hours are the main claims of this decline. To this must be added the fact of being flirting with the stone bridges of the train that connects Preda and Bergün , which makes it much more exciting. The act of forcing the brave to improvise a slalom through the openings of these viaducts has turned him into a mythical destiny , what translates into a lot of ‘sleigh’ tradition that spreads among all the intrepid.
Sledding under here in Bergün.
**WILDER KAISER (AUSTRIA) **
Is charming station in the Austrian Alps has become an essential mecca for toboggan lovers thanks to a total of 16 kilometers of descents divided into 5 itineraries . Although it is claimed as a family destiny , its tracks have nocturnal adrenaline moments Thanks to the impressive illumination of two of them . So much Söll What Ellmau-Going offer the possibility of living this experience until midnight , as long as you bring your own sled, since the rental establishments close around 9 at night.
And what's cool at night?
**POKAGON STATE PARK (USA) **
Before the lack of summit and mountains , in this indiana wildlife park they invented a artificial slide with which to complement the long cross-country ski runs they offer in winter. To this day, sliding down its path has become the main attraction of the park as well as a challenge for the most intrepid. And it is that its short length (travel lasts no more than 30 seconds) is countered with the speed , being the 67 km/h his record registered until today.
IN TOWN
Or what is the same, how to top off a city break a little bit of fun on the sliding ice.
**ZURICH (SWITZERLAND) **
The ascent to mount Uetliberg it's not just one well-known and popular excursion among the inhabitants of the economic capital of Switzerland. also offers some adrenaline surprise when the snow settles. Just attached to the train station this track is born that makes its way through the trees and that ends at another station in the city, Triemli. Along the way, a little over three kilometers, many curves and the inexplicable feeling of going back to childhood.
The inexplicable feeling of going back to childhood.
** AARHUS (DENMARK) **
Is entertaining danish city It gets a lot out of its hills when winter comes. During the colder months sleds occupy the city and propose up to perfect tourist pairing of culture and landslides. The essentials of this improvised route are the Moesgaard museum, where the track is improvised from the top of its roof and the one of marselisborg memorial park , since here the brake is applied watching the changing of the royal guard (as long as the Kings are in the homonymous palace) .
**QUEBEC (CANADA) **
Without a doubt, this is the most emblematic urban slide in the world . Located between the Dufferin terrace and the lower part of the city , this structure has been and is a irresistible attraction when visiting this smug city. Open only during the winter (between December and March), this attraction takes advantage of the frost to save the slope at more than 70 kilometers per hour . Those who take it more calmly have another type of reward: enjoy the view over the river and Château Frotenac , the most emblematic hotel in Quebec.
In Quebec and on a sled next to the Chateau Frontenac.
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