La Grande Odyssee is the most popular and difficult sled-dog race in the world, that brings together 25 of the most renowned international mushers as they race through a variety of challenging mountain terrain.
The event was first launched in January 2005 and has grown in popularity and acclaim with every year. The race sees the competitors and their beautiful Alaskan and Siberian huskies, travel over 800km through the regions of Savoie and Haute Savoie and climbing a gruelling 25,000 metres when they reach the Portes du Soleil.
With 12 different nations competing in the race and a huge 100,000 spectators set to watch, this an international event for all competitors and spectators to pencil in the diary.
In addition to the excitement of the race, visitors and locals can look forward to the event entertainment including parties, festivals and conferences.
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