Snowshoe Walks and Treks - Courchevel & Meribel

• Perfect for the non-skier or skiers wanting a break from the pistes.

• Discover peace and solitude that most skiers never see; explore the Vanoise National Park.
• Morning, afternoon or full day options available.
• Snowshoe walking – as relaxed or as energetic as you wish.
• Individuals, couples, families, groups of friends.
• Led by local resident, Mark Tennent - highly experienced and qualified International Mountain Leader / Accompagnateur en Montagne.

Snowshoe walks make a great option for non-skiers or skiers wanting a break from skiing.

Snowshoeing can be as relaxed or as energetic as you wish and is suitable for all ages. All the trips are “private” so the outing is entirely tailored to your wishes: as an individual, a group of friends or as a family.

Morning and afternoon outings explore areas closer to Courchevel and Meribel but areas away from the hustle and bustle of the ski slopes where peace and solitude can still be found. Far from the madding crowd!

There is the opportunity to see some of the wildlife or at least the tracks that they have left behind. The tracks of foxes, mountain hares, wild boar (sanglier) and other wildlife are frequently seen. A chance to learn about the wild mountain environment.

Day trips offer the opportunity for lunch at authentic mountain restaurants or rustic refuges. There is frequently the possibility of seeing the ibex (bouquetin) and the more elusive chamois in the nearby Vanoise National Park. Snowshoes and ski poles / trekking poles provided. All you need to provide is a pair of walking shoes or snow-resistant boots and ski type clothing.

Itineraries

Below is a sample of the itineraries on offer but all the itneraries are personalised. I will meet you at your hotel, chalet, appartment or other agreed meeting point. Morning / Afternoon (typical duration: 2 hr 30 - 3 hrs)

• Lac de Rosiere (Courchevel 1650) - Level: Gentle. The Lac de Rosiere is a beautiful lake close to Courchevel 1650 where the hustle and bustle of the ski resorts is soon left behind. Thread you way down through the pine woods in the powder snow to this enchanting lake. After having had a chance to drink in the clear mountain air we follow the banks of a small stream. A gentle ascent takes us back to the resort.
• Les Cotilles (nr Meribel Village & La Tania). Overlooking the valley des Allues a gentle ascent to a great viewpoint. Wending through the pine forests and enchanting clearings in the woods before a gentle descent in the powder.
• Cret du Praslin (Courchevel 1650) - Level: Moderate. This walk crosses the snow covered meadows before ascending gently through the pine woods to a stunning viewpoint overlooking the Valley des Avals. We follow the crest before a descent in the powder brings us back to the resort.
• Pramurel - Plan du Vah (Courchevel 1850 / 1650). Starting from close to the Altiport of Courchevel 1850 the route rises very gently before a descent brings us to the valley and a path that winds its way amongst trees and close to the snow covered stream.
• Lac Tueda (Meribel / Mottaret) - leaving from Meribel-Mottaret we pass by Lac Tueda and the Nature Reserve and frequently towards the Vallon du Saut with the imposing Aiguille de Fruit above.

Full day

(typical duration 6 - 8 hrs)

• Champagny en Haut - day walk with lunch. Level: Gentle. The valley is a hidden gem where there is often the opportunity to see the Ibex (Bouquetin). A chance too to taste and buy some of the famous Beaufort cheese directly from a farmer.

• Vallon du Fruit - Refuge du Saut - day walk with typical Savoyard picnic lunch. Departing from Meribel-Mottaret we pass Lac Tueda before a gentle climb leads to the Vallon du Fruit.

• Col de la Lune - day walk with lunch at a mountain refuge. A steady climb through snowcovered meadows leads to a broad tree covered ridge that brings us to the Col de la Lune. A gentle descent leads to the rustic refuge . Enjoy a typical Savoyard lunch with a stunning panorama. A descent after lunch through clearings and amongst the forest leads down to Les Allues.

• Pralognan la Vanoise - gateway to the Vanoise National Park, France's first national park and a haven for wild fauna: chamois, and bouquetin/ibex.

Fees

• Day Trips: 275 Euro per group (of from 1 person to 4 people)
• Morning or Afternoon Trips: 160 Euro per group.

• Meeting Point - I will meet you at your hotel, chalet or other agreed meeting point.
• Duration: Morning (typically 08h30 to 12h00) - Afternoon (typically from 13h30 to 16h30 or 17h00) - Day Trip (5 - 8 hrs)

Dates:

The ski season (December to April) Please contact me to reserve a great experience or book online

What's Included

• Guiding by Mark Tennent, qualified accompagnateur / international mountain leader; fluent French speaker.
• Snowshoes & Ski sticks
• Transport to/from meeting point to start of walk

What's NOT included

• Personal equipment
• Drinks, meals or snacks

Equipment

Please bring the following with you: Boots (walking boots or apres-ski boots except "moon boots" or snowboarding boots); sunglasses, sunscreen, gloves, hat, ski jacket, ski salopettes or trousers, fleece jacket or jumper, a small rucsac.

Picture Gallery

Click on individual pictures to enlarge in a "Lightbox".

Snowshoeing by the Lac de Rosiere, Courchevel	Snow-clad trees near Les Saisies, Savoie, France	Chalet in the Beaufortain
Snowshoeing in the Beaufortain	Mark - Winter in Switzerland	Mark leading the group frommFlexiski at Courchevel
Snowshoeing near La Traye, Meribel	Snowshoeing in the Beaufortain - Mont Blanc behind	Snowshoeing above Meribel-Mottaret
Mark & Staff from Flexiski Snowshoeing at Courchevel	Snowshoeing in the powder snow near Courchevel	Snowshoeing near Courchevel
Champagny-le-Haut, Snowshoeing	Flexiski staff attempt a "180" on snowshoes	Enjoying Snowshoeing by a stream
Mont Blanc from Les Saisies	Enjoying Snowshoeing near Courchevel, France	Snowshoeing in the Beaufortain
Snowshoeing at Courchevel	TSL Snowshoes

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