Mieussy

Mieussy has its own high-altitude ski resort, Sommand, starting at and with of downhill runs suitable for all levels. This is integrated over and around the surrounding mountains to the neighboring ski resort of Praz de Lys. == Summer ==

Mieussy has one of the largest commune areas with many traditional chalet farm hamlets. These small rural farms continue the traditions with the passing of century, making a range of savoyard products, including reblochon. The Fruitiere in the village sells locally made farm produce, including reblochon. In the summer, maps of the surrounding hiking trails lead through meadows and forests up into the mountains and are available from the Mieussy tourist office. Each year the village is host to the traditional farmers harvest market, Mieussy "Foire d' Automne", when thousands spill into its streets to buy sweet chestnuts, fresh pressed apple juice, Savoyard meats and cheeses in a general celebration of the harvest. The festival runs for two days in October and is the largest authentic farmers festival in the region. == Paragliding ==

Mieussy became known as the birthplace of paragliding when in June 1978 three friends, Jean-Claude Bétemps, André Bohn, and Gérard Bosson, were inspired by an article on ‘slope soaring’ in the Parachute Manual magazine. They calculated that on a suitable slope, a square parachute could be inflated by running down a slope; Bétemps launched from Pointe du Pertuiset, Mieussy, and flew . Andre Bohn followed him and glided down to the football pitch in the valley below. ‘Parapente’ was born (pente being French for slope). A paragliding school and introductory tandem flights are offered by the Mieussy football pitch. ==See also==