Personality test: What kind of mountaineer are you?

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Are you ready to discover what kind of mountaineer you are? Just answer the following questions: between the athlete, the tireless, the epicurean, the summit connoisseur and the image hunter, which one suits you best?
By: Sharlène Cornet

Question 1: When you arrive at the mountains, what is the first thing you do?

a) ‘Stop! Wait for me, I need a photo of my arrival… natural smile (or almost)!’
b) Open up the full programme: skiing, hiking, activities, evening entertainment… you have to make the most of every minute.
c) Check the ski touring routes, trails and the next day’s weather forecast for sunrise: you’re already in the sporting mood.
d) Go to the La Rosière website to find out where to find THE local speciality you can’t miss.
e) Find a quiet spot with a view and a cup of coffee or hot chocolate in hand.

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Question 2: What is your ideal weekend?

a) Taking lots of photos and videos… even if your phone begs you to stop with the message ‘insufficient space’.
b) A mix of non-stop activities: skiing, hiking, drinks, parties… sleep can wait until tomorrow.
c) Going faster on the slopes, trying out a new trail or winning the La Rosière Fun Race.
d) Walks and gourmet breaks… the perfect balance.
e) Taking your time, breathing, contemplating the peaks… You don’t understand how some people get up at 8am on HOLIDAY just to go skiing.

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Question 3: Your friends describe you as…

a) The one everyone asks for photos and videos: you’ll definitely have some to send.
b) The life of the party: you can’t say no.
c) The one who turns a quiet outing into a little sporting challenge.
d) The person who knows all the best local spots.
e) The one who says, ‘Five-minute break?’ and everyone agrees.

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Question 4: What equipment is essential for you?

a) Camera, battery, memory card… and another battery.
b) Everything I need to survive 12 different activities in the same day.
c) Skis, trail running shoes or a smartwatch to measure my achievements.
d) A few snacks ‘just in case’ so I don’t starve to death.
e) Sunglasses, blanket and good humour.

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Question 5: On Tuesday’s 3 km Fun Race, you…

a) Film everything so you don’t miss a moment of your friends’ race.
b) Sign up with your friends and motivate everyone.
c) Take it seriously and aim for the podium.
d) Cheer from the sidelines, hot tea or roasted marshmallows in hand.
e) Watch from afar, relaxing in the sun.

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Question 7: After a busy day, you are more likely to be…

a) Sorting through your photos or editing a video to post on social media.
b) Organising the next day’s activities.
c) Analysing your statistics and performance.
d) Booking a restaurant for tonight.
e) Watching the sunset, relaxing.

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Question 6 : Il neige toute la nuit. Votre réaction ?

a) “Incroyable ! Les photos vont être magiques.”
b) “Enfin ! Poudreuse garantie !” Vous êtes déjà prêt(e) dehors à 8h30.
c) Conditions idéales pour tester vos limites.
d) Raclette ce soir. Ça ne se discute même pas.
e) Silence… vous admirez la montagne depuis le chalet, bien au chaud.

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Question 8: What really excites you about the mountains?

a) Capturing the perfect light and moment.
b) The adrenaline rush and fast pace of activities.
c) Pushing myself and the challenge.
d) Local flavours and the atmosphere in the chalets.
e) Just being there and enjoying the view (thanks, friends, for dragging me along!).

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Question 9: What is your ideal day?

a) A full SD card
b) A day filled with activities, from the first light of dawn to the last rays of sunshine.
c) Ski touring or trail running to challenge myself.
d) Hitting the slopes in the morning, then sitting down at an Italian restaurant… Crossing the border on skis for lunch is something I never tire of.
e) Taking my time in the morning and enjoying the silence of the still-sleeping peaks.

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Question 10: What is your fondest memory of being at altitude?

a) A video you are (very) proud of.
b) An intense weekend that required at least 12 hours of sleep to recover from.
c) A sporting achievement you still talk about (your podium finish at the FunRace, for example!!)
d) A memorable fondue with friends or family: laughter, melted cheese… and honestly, is there anything better than a good Savoyard fondue?
e) A moment suspended in time, facing the peaks, simple and perfect, with a glass of wine or hot chocolate in your hand.

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It’s time for the results!

  • Mostly a) – The Image Hunter

At La Rosière, we count on you to capture every moment: sunrise over the peaks, skiing down the Italian side, laughter on the terrace… Thanks to you, memories never stay just in our heads – they end up in albums and video montages that we still watch months later.

  • Majority of b) – The Inexhaustible

The mountains are your playground, and La Rosière even more so: skiing in the Espace San Bernardo, activities, events, parties… You want to do everything, see everything, try everything. We sometimes wonder where you find the energy (FOMO or secret superpower?). Just a word of advice: even the most motivated deserve a break when faced with the peaks 😉

  • Mostly c) – The Sporty Type

For you, holidays don’t really mean rest and relaxation. In La Rosière, you’ll always find a challenge: performance on the slopes, ski touring, trail running, sporting events… You like to push yourself, but you also know how to pace yourself.

  • Mostly d) – The Epicurean

You savour the mountains as much with your eyes as with your taste buds. Alpine cheeses, Savoyard specialities, gourmet breaks at altitude… In La Rosière, you’ll always find a good table to prolong the pleasure. For you, the best memories are