Snowshoeing at the foot of Mont Blanc
Snowshoeing at the foot of Mont Blanc
Discover the wonders of the Mont-Blanc region on snowshoes with this discovery tour designed by our Mont-Blanc region specialist.
January to February
*** Four (4) guaranteed departures ***
“The Mont-Blanc” region
Accessible and requiring little technique, snowshoeing lets you walk on snow-covered trails and explore isolated areas otherwise inaccessible. Unlike ski slopes, snowshoe trails are quiet and invite you to connect with nature, offering unique moments of serenity.
Snowshoeing in Mont Blanc combines adventure, relaxation and exploration, for a total immersion in nature.
Our specialist partner in the Mont-Blanc region will take care of you.
Along wild and varied paths, you’ll discover the snow-capped mountains at the foot of Mont-Blanc. Each evening, you’ll return to your comfortable hotel, allowing you to make the most of your stay.
Here’s the proposed itinerary:
Detailed itinerary
DAY 1: WELCOME
Welcome and installation at your accommodation. Meet at the hotel at 6:00 pm for the week’s presentation.
Overnight at the hotel
DAY 2: PLATEAU DES BÉNÉS
We head for the plateau des bénés above Sallanches. A magnificent vantage point overlooking the Mont-Blanc chain, this plateau offers a beautiful itinerary. Between alpine pastures and forest, we’ll take advantage of this outing to get this week’s hiking off to a gentle start. Picnic lunch.
20 min drive/5 hrs walk/D+ : 650 m D- : 650 m/Night at hotel.
DAY 3: CONTAMINES
Snowshoeing in Les Contamines. An incursion on a stage of the Tour du Mont-Blanc at the gateway to the Beaufortin. Picnic lunch.
20 min drive/5 hours’ walk/D+: 600 m D-: 600 m/Night at hotel
DAY 4: THE TRUC
Depart in the direction of the Truc mountain pasture, with its breathtaking views. An ideal hike for observing the many faces of the Mont Blanc region. Picnic lunch.
20 min drive/5 hours’ walk/D+ : 650 m D- : 650 m/Night at hotel
DAY 5: CROISSE BAULET
A new lookout awaits us for this day near Megève. The Croisse Baulet is ideal for a day’s snowshoeing. Picnic lunch.
20 min drive/6 hours walk/D+ : 600 m D- : 600 m/Night at hotel
DAY 6: LES AYÈRES
One of France’s most beautiful adrets (sunny side slope) awaits us at Les Ayères, to round off this wonderful week. At the foot of the Fiz mountain range and its limestone rocks, we’ll be looking at the Mont-Blanc, so close by. End of stay with your guide at the end of the day.
20 min drive/6 hours walk/D+ : 600 m D- : 600 m
Price
Contact jean@inspirationsvoyage.com or 819-771-6271 for further information. This package is available for accompanied groups only.
LEVEL: Days of 5 to 6 hours’ walking, with verticals of between 500m and 650m.
Price includes
- Guided by a qualified mountain leader
- Accommodation in a 2-star hotel for 5 nights
- Picnic lunches and snacks during the hike
- Snowshoes, poles and safety equipment
- Transportation to and from the tour site each day
Price does not include
- Personal hiking equipment (clothes, rucksack, etc.)
- Cancellation insurance to be taken out upon registration
- Single room or single occupancy supplement
- Everything not mentioned in the price includes
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