An eagle accompanies skiers on the slopes of Savoie

The skiers of Val d'Isère (Savoie) were treated to an extraordinary experience this Monday: skiing with an eagle!

Fletcher, a 13-year-old eagle, had fun going down the slopes with the athletes on the Solaise massif, reports

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The event was organized by Val d'Isère Téléphériques and the Aigles du Léman, an animal park located in Haute-Savoie.

Fletcher's falconer, also the park manager, was on hand to oversee the attraction for skiers.

Get to know the raptors

“These are very fast birds, which can reach 180 km / h, explained the falconer to

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When they follow us walking, they get bored very quickly whereas there they have fun catching up with us.

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The event, followed by a bird of prey show, was an opportunity to introduce holidaymakers to the different species of the region.

A descent of the track followed by a show will be organized again on Monday April 25 in the town for those who missed the first edition.

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