Our dog sled rides in France

Dog sledding: everything you need to know 🐶

Looking for an unforgettable adventure? Dog sledding takes you to the heart of snowy landscapes, pulled by energetic Nordic dogs, whether you're a passenger or at the controls of the team.

Here's everything you need to know before booking a sled dog ride with Funbooker!

Everything you need to know about sled dogs

What is a sled dog?

Dog sledding is an ancestral form of winter locomotion, in which a team of powerful dogs pulls a sled across the snow. These animals, often Siberian huskies, Alaskan malamutes or Greenlanders, are selected for their endurance, strength and ability to work as a team.

The musher plays a key role in guiding the dogs, using voice commands and precise know-how. He ensures the dogs' coordination and well-being, and adapts the route according to weather conditions.

The different sled dog activities

There are several ways to discover this activity:

• Sled dog rides: from the comfort of your sled, you let the musher (sled driver) guide the team.
• Introduction to driving: after a basic training course, you can learn to drive the dogs yourself under the supervision of a professional.
• Cani-raquette and ski-joëring: variants in which you are attached to a dog while snowshoeing or skiing.
• Cani-rando: a year-round activity in which you are linked to a dog by a belt and a cushioned lanyard for a dynamic hike in the great outdoors.

Sled dogs: enduring and fascinating companions

The sled dog is an athlete cut out for effort and rigorous climatic conditions. The most common breeds include :

• The Siberian Husky, recognizable by its light eyes and elegant appearance.
• The Alaskan Malamute, more massive and very powerful.
• The Greenlander, robust and hardy, often used for polar expeditions.
• The Samoyed, white-coated and smiling, very sociable.

These dogs work in packs under the guidance of the musher and are organized into different roles to optimize traction:

• Leaders: lead dogs who open the way.
• Swing dogs: located just behind the leaders to support them.
• Team dogs: the bulk of the team, providing the driving force.
• Wheel dogs: the most powerful, close to the sled, in charge of the heavy pulling.

The best places for dog sledding

Wondering where to go dog sledding in France? Here are just a few of the must-see spots to try your hand at adventure, whether in the Alps, the Pyrenees, the Massif Central or the Vosges.

Evolution 2 at Megève in the Alps

Megève is a charming Savoyard village offering an idyllic setting for snowy forest walks, with a breathtaking view of Mont Blanc.

Evolution 2 offers dog sledding in Megève, accessible from the age of 2. Prices start at 225€ for two people.

📍 Address: 1300 Rte nationale, 74120 Megève

💸 Price: from 225€ for 2 people

Hors Trace Aventure in La Plagne

Hors Trace Aventure offers dog sledding baptisms on the Dou du Praz plateau, at an altitude of 2100 meters. Prices for winter 2024/2025 are €130 for one or two people, with family offers available.

The activity is accessible to children aged 2 and over and lasts a total of 45 minutes, including a 25-30 minute ride.

📍 Address: 1324 Rte des Centres, 73210 Aime-la-Plagne

💸 Price: from €130

L'Aventure en Traineau in Avoriaz

Jean-Jacques and his team of mushers offer introductions to driving sled dogs near Avoriaz in Haute-Savoie. The activity lasts between 2h30 and 3h, including sled preparation and a 2-hour hike.

Prices are €120 per adult and €60 per child aged 5 to 11. The meeting point is at Col de la Joux Verte, a 15-minute drive from the center of Morzine.

📍 Address: Col de la Joux Verte, 10786 route d'Avoriaz, 74110 Morzine

💸 Price: from €60

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Aventure Pyrénéenne in Font Romeu - Les Angles

Aventure Pyrénéenne offers sled dog rides near Font-Romeu, with rates starting from €40. Activities take place near the Font-Romeu ski resort, offering picturesque snow-covered landscapes.

In addition to sleigh rides, Aventure Pyrénéenne also offers activities such as canyoning, via ferrata and hiking.

📍 Address: 41 bis Av. Emmanuel Brousse, 66120 Font-Romeu-Odeillo-Via

💸 Price: from €40

Angaka at Plateau de Beille

Angaka offers dog sled rides on the Plateau de Beille, with prices starting at €89 for adults and €74 for children aged 6 to 11.

Activities take place in the "little Scandinavia of Ariège", offering total immersion in the snowy landscapes of the Ariege Pyrenees. Angaka also offers activities such as snowshoe hikes, igloo building and themed stays.

📍 Address: Régie du plateau de Beille, 09310 Les Cabannes

💸 Price: from €40

Doggy Sport 85 in the Aude Pyrenees

Doggy'sport 85 offers dog kart baptisms in La Ferrière, with prices starting from €40 for children aged 3 to 10 and €60 for adults. The activities take place on specially adapted trails, providing a fun way to discover the world of sled dogs.

In addition to baptisms, Doggy'sport 85 offers activities such as cani-hiking, cani-VTT in the Aude Pyrenees and educational programs for children.

📍 Address: 647 route des Arudy Tracés Sauvages, 64400 Oloron-Sainte-Marie

💸 Price: from €47

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Tracés Sauvages in Oloron Sainte-Marie

Tracés Sauvages, in the Pyrénées Orientales, offers a day of immersion including a cani-randonnée in the morning and a visit to the "Grange du Musher" in the afternoon. Prices start at €47 per person for a total duration of 3h30.

The activity is accessible to children aged 2 and over, and takes place on trails suitable for all levels. Tracés Sauvages also offers sleigh christenings and cani-kart sessions to diversify experiences.

📍 Address: 647 Route Arudy, 64400 Oloron-Sainte-Marie

💸 Price: from €165

Auvergne Traîneau in Mont Dore, Massif Central

Auvergne Traîneau offers dog sled rides on the Pertuyzat or Charlannes plateau trails, near La Bourboule. Prices are €160 for 2 people.

The activity lasts about an hour and is accessible to people aged 3 and over, including those with reduced mobility. In the event of a lack of snow, the activity can be continued as a cani-kart. Auvergne Traîneau also offers cani-marche sessions and educational tours to discover the world of sled dogs.

📍 Address: Pertuyzat, 63610 Besse-et-Saint-Anastaise

💸 Price: from €160

Manouk Evasion in the Vosges

Manouk Evasion offers sled dog baptisms in the Vallée de Villé, with rates adapted according to the formula chosen. Activities take place mainly on wheeled go-karts, and can be enjoyed for almost 10 months of the year, depending on weather conditions.

In addition to sleigh rides, Manouk Evasion also offers cani-marche sessions for complete immersion in the world of Nordic dogs.

📍 Address: 67220 Urbeis

💸 Price: from €200

Too Mush in the Jura

Too Mush, a dog sledding school located in Publy, offers sledding baptisms from €40 for half an hour. We also offer driving lessons. Winter activities take place mainly in the Haut-Jura, between Foncine-le-Haut and Le Crouzet.

Outside the snowy season, Too Mush offers wheeled go-kart baptisms, as well as cani-VTT, cani-trottinette and cani-randonnée sessions, enabling you to discover the Jura in all seasons.

📍 Address: 150 Rte de Conliege, 39570 Publy

💸 Price: from €40