Charity torchlight descent
Entertainment/recreation
From Wednesday 18 March to Thursday 19 February
Thursday 19 February 2026 between 6.30 pm and 7 pm.
Payment in cash or by cheque.
Charity torchlight descent_Les Gets
Descente aux flambeaux_Les Gets @Les Gets Tourisme
Descente aux flambeaux_Les Gets @Les Gets Tourisme
This winter, the ESF is participating again.
Opening time
Thursday 19 February 2026 between 6.30 pm and 7 pm.
At nightfall, to give holidaymakers and locals an exceptional experience with a charity torchlight descent open to all (minimum 2nd star required).
The aim? To raise as much money as possible for the Enfance et Montagne association, which enables children who are unable to go on holiday to discover our magnificent mountains and their benefits.
Practical information
Meet before 6pm at the top of the Boule de Gomme piste (take the ski lift). 19 February will be dedicated to the national charity torchlight descent. Torches are on sale at the ESF and the Tourist Office for €10 (payment in cash or by cheque).
The descent will start at 6.30pm. If you wish to take part, please meet at the top of the Boule de Gomme ski lift before 6pm, the last possible ascent.
You can buy torches and stay at the bottom to light up the Front de Neige.
⭐️ Minimum 2nd star required to participate.
The aim? To raise as much money as possible for the Enfance et Montagne association, which enables children who are unable to go on holiday to discover our magnificent mountains and their benefits.
Practical information
Meet before 6pm at the top of the Boule de Gomme piste (take the ski lift). 19 February will be dedicated to the national charity torchlight descent. Torches are on sale at the ESF and the Tourist Office for €10 (payment in cash or by cheque).
The descent will start at 6.30pm. If you wish to take part, please meet at the top of the Boule de Gomme ski lift before 6pm, the last possible ascent.
You can buy torches and stay at the bottom to light up the Front de Neige.
⭐️ Minimum 2nd star required to participate.