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There's no better place to enjoy the perfect winter atmosphere than Saint-Gervais-les-Bains! The town lies at the foot of Mont Blanc and Mont Joly. It's clearly the ideal place to head off to the most beautiful snowshoeing areas in the Arve Valley, while enjoying the local entertainment and friendly atmosphere.
Next departure on 26/01/25
From 995 €
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From 26/01/25 To 31/01/25 |
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From 23/02/25 To 28/02/25 |
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From 09/03/25 To 14/03/25 |
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The price is all inclusive from departure to end point.
Personalised tour available
Contact us !Meet at 18.00 am at your accommodation for a presentation of the trip and the arva/shovel/probe safety equipment by the guide.
Our walks are chosen to be accessible without any danger for most of the winter. However, the guide may have to modify the programme according to the weather or an exceptional avalanche risk, in order to offer you the best choice for the day (forest outing in the snow, panoramic outing in fine weather, etc.) in complete safety. Walking times and gradients are given as a guide only, and may vary depending on the quality of the snow.
MEGEVE AND THE STASSAZ WATERFALL
A short minibus transfer (around 20 minutes) to the start of the hike in the little hamlet of La Livraz in the commune of Megève. A gentle, enchanting first day in cold, sparkling snow. We make our way to the impressive frozen Stassaz waterfall, where a group photo is inevitable. A playful descent between snow ‘mushrooms’ standing on cut trunks and small boulders. Return to the hotel after the return transfer.
4:00 hour walk / Elevation : +/- 400 m
BY RAIL TO MONT LACHAT
We take the snow tramway, France's highest cog railway, to Bellevue. Bellevue lives up to its name, as the panoramic view over the Chamonix valley and the Mont Blanc massif is breathtaking. From Bellevue, several routes are possible, depending on snow conditions. The ascent of Mont Lachat (2115m) further enhances the gigantic scale of the west faces of Mont Blanc. The tramway will take you back down.
4:00 to 5:00 hour walk / Ascent : +/- 500m
LE PETIT CROISSE BAULET SUBLIME PANORAMA OF MONT BLANC
Transfer by minibus to Mégève (approx. 20 minutes). This sporty day on the outskirts of the Megève and Combloux ski areas is still very natural. Chamois are not uncommon on the snow-covered faces of the Croisse Baulet. From the Col de Jaillet, the forest gradually gives way to a totally white world. At the summit, the 360° view of the Aravis, Fiz and Mont Blanc ranges is breathtaking!
5:00 to 6:30 hour walk / Elevation : +/-450m ; +/- 700m elevation for Petit Croisse Baulet (2009m)
RELAXING DAY AND EVENING ON MONT BLANC
Enjoy a relaxing morning in St-Gervais: every Thursday morning a market of mountain producers sets up in the central square of St-Gervais. Honey, cheeses, jams... a multitude of local products to discover and taste. You can also enjoy a relaxing morning at the St-Gervais thermal baths. Saint-Gervais thermal spring water trickles down from the bowels of the famous Mont Blanc massif. There's no shortage of good places to eat in St-Gervais! We can advise you according to your tastes. Don't hesitate to plan ahead and book your table at the start of the week. (Meals not included in the price)
Late afternoon, departure for an unusual adventure. Transfer by minibus to Plaine joux (about 25 minutes). After enjoying the sunset from the small family resort of Passy Plaine-Joux, head for Lac Vert and the Mollays mountain pasture, accompanied by the calm of the night. The cold is setting in and hunger is making itself felt. It's time to light the fire and share a unique, gourmet and memorable moment!
Return to the hotel around 10pm.
5:00 hour walk / Elevation : +/- 400 m
LES CONTAMINES MONTJOIE, THE WILD VALLEY AT THE END OF THE ROAD
Transfer by minibus to Les Contamines (approx. 15 minutes). A beautiful day in the heart of the Contamines-Montjoie nature reserve to enjoy the snow-covered landscape one last time. The day begins with an ascent of a Roman road used by the Tour du Mont Blanc GR. At 1500m, the landscape opens up and you can see the various peaks that encircle this beautiful valley. The Aiguille de la Pennaz guides our steps. A last pretty white and wild loop in the Mont Blanc region.
6:00 hour walk / Elevation : +/- 600 m
End of stay around 4pm at accommodation
Elevation: +/- 400 to 650m approximately per day.
Walking time: 4 to 5 hours per day depending on the group.
Type of trek: this tour is not technically difficult and is open to all, no prior experience of snowshoeing necessary.
Same hotel all week that permits a rest day at any point.
With climate change, we can no longer be sure of the presence and quality of snow in the mountains, even in the Northern Alps. However, the mountains in winter, even without snowshoes, are still a treasure trove to be discovered. When snowshoes can't be used due to lack of snow, mini-crampons are available to ensure that you can practise in complete safety.
Number in a group between 6 and 12 people supervised by a qualified professional winter mountain leader, specialist in snow and avalanches.
Accommodation in a charming 2-star hotel near the centre of Saint-Gervais-les-Bains. Rooms for 2 people with private bathroom (3 if there is an odd number of people). Single room supplement on request.
Breakfasts are taken in the hotel and dinners in a restaurant in the centre of Saint-Gervais-les-Bains. For lunch, we take a picnic lunch of hot soup and regional produce.
IGN Top 25 - 3531 ET Saint-Gervais-les-Bains et 3531 OT Megève
Meet sunday at 6pm with your guide at the accommodation.
BY TRAIN
Outward journey : Departure from Gare de Lyon (Paris), arrival at Gare du Fayet (Saint-Gervais-les-Bains). Then bus, departure from Le Fayet station (Saint-Gervais-les-Bains), arrival at Saint-Gervais-les-Bains village centre.
Return journey : Bus to Le Fayet station (Saint-Gervais-les-Bains). Departure from Gare du Fayet (Saint-Gervais-les-Bains), arrival at Gare de Lyon (Paris). Please check your journey with the SNCF.
BY CAR
A40 motorway to Sallanches/Passy, then exit 21 towards Saint-Gervais-les-Bains. Hotel in the centre of the village of Saint-Gervais-les-Bains (74)
The tour ends on friday around 4pm at the hotel.
Extra night before or after your stay (based on a 2-person room): €90 on half-board basis (subject to availability)
Saint-Gervais-les-Bains tourist office : +33 (0)4 50 47 76 08
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
Material for snowshoeing (snowshoes and poles) is provided. However, if you have your own equipment and would like to use it you are free to do so. Avalanche safety equipment is also provided (transceiver, shovel and probe).
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, cup and cutlery for your picnic, sunscreen and your identity papers) and please keep a little room to carry a picnic and snacks.