On the edge of the Mont Blanc massif, far from the hustle and bustle of Chamonix, lies the Contamines Montjoie nature reserve. The highest nature reserve in France, it is an unspoilt, vast and wild place, especially in winter. The new Les Prés refuge will be the base camp for these 3 days of hiking, giving you the chance to see the first tracks!
This ski trip will also be an opportunity to refine your knowledge of safety and equipment, and leave with the desire to continue on to other destinations!
Dates | Status | Prices | |
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From 03/01/25 To 05/01/25 |
Open departure | 535 € | Book online |
From 31/01/25 To 02/02/25 |
Open departure | 535 € | Book online |
From 07/02/25 To 09/02/25 |
Open departure | 535 € | Book online |
From 14/02/25 To 16/02/25 |
Open departure | 535 € | Book online |
From 07/03/25 To 09/03/25 |
Open departure | 535 € | Book online |
From 14/03/25 To 16/03/25 |
Open departure | 535 € | Book online |
3-day ski trip / 2 nights in a refuge.
Price for your group :
2 people: 1010€/person.
3 people: 785€/person.
4 people: 660€/person.
5 people: 585€/person.
6 people: 535€/person.
The price includes:
The price does not include:
The price is all inclusive from departure to end point.
Personalised tour available
Contact us !Each day, the outings are adapted to the weather and snow conditions and to the level of the group. The aim is to make sure you progress safely and get the best snow for maximum enjoyment.
Meet on Friday at 12 noon in front of the SNCF station in Saint-Gervais-Les-Bains or directly at the Notre Dame de la Gorge car park in Les Contamines-Montjoie at 12.30 pm. Make sure you have already eaten.
ASCENT TO THE REFUGE
Meet the guide at 12:30 in uniform for a presentation of the programme, itinerary and equipment briefing. Climb to the refuge via the Roman road and then the hamlet of Les Prés.
3 hour hike / Elevation: + 750 m
COLS DE LA FENÊTRE AND DE LA CICLE
From the refuge, a day facing Mont Blanc. Leave for the Col de la Cicle and return, or do a loop with a short detour into the Beaufortain via the Col de la Fenêtre. Return to the refuge for the night.
5 to 6 hour hike / Elevation: +/- 600 à 1100 m
LACS JOVETS OR COL DU BONHOMME
Departure towards the back of the reserve. The group will head for the Lacs Jovets or the Col du Bonhomme. Between the south and north faces, the guide will be there to help you choose the best skiing option. Afternoon descent to Les Contamines.
6 to 7 hour hike / Elevation: +600 à 1100 m / -1300m
End point Friday around 4:00pm.
The programme has been drawn up on the basis of the latest information available at the time of writing; imponderables are always possible and situations beyond our control may alter its course.
Elevation: +/- 800 to 1200m approximately per day.
Level 4: This holiday is aimed at people with previous ski touring experience, level 2 (little or no technical difficulty, maximum 35° gradient).
You need to be in good physical condition to take part.
Group of 2 to 6 people led by a qualified professional (high mountain guide or skiing instructor).
2 nights in a mountain hut.
Breakfast and diner are provided at the gite.
Picnics of days 2 and 3 are included, ordered in the refuge.
IGN Top 25 - 3531ET Saint-Gervais-les-Bains
Meet at 12 noon in front of Saint-Gervais-Les-Bains SNCF station or directly at the Notre Dame de la Gorge car park in Les Contamines-Montjoie at 12.30 pm.
BY TRAIN
Departure from Gare de Lyon (Paris) (at 6h11) or Gare de la Part-Dieu (Lyon) in the morning, arrival at Saint Gervais-Le Fayet (at 11h16)
Timetables must be checked at a train station or on https://www.oui.sncf/.
BY BUS VIA THONON OR CLUSES
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BY CAR
Take the A40 motorway to Saint-Gervais, then follow signs for Saint Gervais/Les Contamines. Pass the village of Les Contamines and the 2 cable cars. Hikers' car park is well signposted just before the end of the road.
CAR-SHARING
Get in touch with people to share a lift! Here are some websites : www.blablacar.fr www.laroueverte.com www.roulezmalin.com
End point around 4pm at the Gorge car park.
At your request, we can book a room for you before and/or after your tour.
Hôtel la Gélinotte : +33 (0)4 50 47 01 61
https://www.hotel-lagelinotte.net/
Hôtel le Christiania : +33 (0)4 50 47 02 72
https://www.lechristiania-hotel.com/
In accordance with regulations, we are covered by Professional Liability Insurance. In no case can we be responsible for your own Personal Liability. If you chose to take out repatriation insurance with EUROP ASSISTANCE whom we propose, Altitude Mont Blanc will only serve as an intermediary between the client and the insurer. We cannot influence either party. We adhere to strict conditions of sale. You are responsible for compliance with the reporting procedures of any incident.
Before making any decision, contact EUROP ASSISTANCE.
If you are late please contact the agency as soon as possible : +33 (0)4 50 79 09 16 or +33 (0)6 42 49 76 07
Hôtel les Sapins:
Avalanche safety equipment including (transceiver, shovel and probe) is provided. However, if you have your own and would like to use them you are free to do so. Ski touring equipement can be hired in Les Contamines.
Clothing
Other Equipment
Bring a comfortable backpack of 35 to 40 litres for your avalanche safety equipment (transceiver, shovel and probe), personal belongings for the day (warm clothes, water, plate and cutlery for your picnic, sunscreen and your identity papers) and please keep a little room to carry a picnic and snacks.
Leave on your own for 2 or 3 days or more
In the 'weight is the enemy' section, here are some tips on how to save a few hundred grams. For example, for your toiletries: a simple plastic bag with a zip or a small plastic box to avoid accidental crushing.
Pharmacy: in addition to your personal medicines, bring :
Now all you have to do is apply this recipe to your entire bag!