This summer, EDF opens the doors of the EDF Grand’Maison – Hydrélec site to you. A popular attraction for many triathletes, the EDF Hydrélec museum will be opened this summer (free and accessible to all) from 22 June to 9 September. Trust us: it’s an impressive experience at the heart of renewable energy! But this visit isn’t the only good reason to come to the shores of Lac du Verney during your stay in the Oisans region.
The long-time competitors know it. The legend of the Alpe d’Huez Triathlon is not limited to the ascent of the 21 bends. The swim, which takes place in the Lac du Verney, part of the EDF Grand’Maison hydroelectric complex, makes a major contribution to the myth of the event. This summer, EDF is inviting triathletes and their families to discover the EDF Grand’Maison – Hydrélec site. During the week of the event, take the time to get to know the starting point of the race and understand why and how this unique site plays an essential role in the production of renewable electricity and contributes actively to the energy transition.
Visit of the Grand'Maison power station
Immerse yourself in the hydropower production process. You’ll discover the turbines and generators that transform water energy into electricity, while learning about environmental issues and the measures taken to preserve the ecosystem.
IMPORTANT : Visits are open to anyone over the age of 12 and take place every Tuesday and Thursday morning from 04.07 to 31.08. Registration is required at visiteredf.fr.
Visit of the EDF Hydrélec Museum
With its brand new scenography, the EDF Hydrélec Museum retraces the history of the great industrial epic of hydroelectricity from the 19th century to the present day. During your visit, you’ll pass through a number of different areas on an interactive tour, discovering items that are often unique in the world.
Let's play : « Escape the black out »
Activities all summer long! Alongside your visit, EDF is offering you the chance to go even further with an Escape Room-style game. Your mission: “In less than 15 minutes, you must manually activate the Grand’Maison hydroelectric power station, otherwise the entire country will be plunged into darkness…”.
IMPORTANT : This free activity is offered every Wednesday and Friday afternoon, from 2pm to 5pm, and lasts around 20 minutes.
Grand'Maison dam
Activities at the lookout point of the Grand’Maison high-altitude dam, a 20-minute drive from the museum. In July and August, every Friday morning from 10am to 12.30pm. (except 14/07)
EDF Handisport workshops
With the Paris 2024 Olympic Games just a year away, EDF, an official partner of this global event, is taking advantage of the Alpe d’Huez Triathlon sports week to offer workshops to visitors to the EDF Grand’Maison – Hydrélec site and raise the profile of handisport. For the occasion, you can try out three disciplines free of charge: blindfootball, sitting volleyball and biathlon.
IMPORTANT : These workshops will only take place on Tuesday 25 July, from 10am to 12.30pm.
