Colonies de vacances, classes de neige, classes de nature : distribution géographique et impact économique dans les Hautes-Alpes, l'Isère, la Savoie et la Haute-Savoie

摘要

Abstract. — In France, the departments of Haute-Savoie, Isère, Savoie, Hautes-Alpes are the first four as concerns the number of children and teenagers attending holiday camps as well as winter and summer classes. This type of social and educational tourism is concentrated in the mountains, mainly those of medium height. Their seasonal activity tends to be equally important in the summer and the winter season. Unfortunately that type of tourism provides very few jobs and secures small profits fort the villages that receive children and teenagers. Most of the economic advantages go to the cities, mainly the largest cities. A joint financial policy on a national scale would be the only way to promote the development of that very special type of tourism.