Some of the most diverse and spectacular snowshoeing in the Alps can be found around Chamonix and the Mont Blanc region, so we have put together a week of some of favourite snowshoe outings in this area.
Every day, we will chose a route which offers the best conditions, accessible exclusively for snowshoers and back-country skiers. Based in the famous Chamonix valley, we will explore the diversity of the region and will cross the border into the neighbouring Italy or Switzerland, which are only a 30 minutes drive away. Our objective for each day is to ascend, via an interesting route, to a high mountain pasture, a mountain pass or a peak in the region.
Only few people venture away from the busy ski areas and into the mountains during the winter months. Therefore, we will achieve a greater wilderness experience characterised by a silent and pristine snow landscape with stunning views. Arriving home to a well-deserved drink at our warm and comfortable hotel at night is the icing on the cake.
Below is a typical itinerary from our Best of Mont Blanc Snowshoeing holiday. We do keep the program flexible to cater for the current conditions and our members’ specific aspirations.
Brief itinerary:
Day 1:
Arrive in the Chamonix valley and meet with our leader in the evening for welcome, snowshoe equipment check and briefing.
Day 2:
Our first tour kicks off from the Montjoie valley to the West of Mont Blanc. We ascend from a small hamlet, through forest, to an idyllic high mountain pasture with charming old barns. This is a great route for getting used to our snowshoes and to spend some time practicing a few skills needed for safe travel in winter. The highlight of the day is our final ascent to the top of Mont Truc.
Day 3:
From Les Houches in the Chamonix valley, we zig-zag upwards through wonderful snow-covered pine forest until we reach an interesting and steep ridge for the final part of our ascend. When we arrive at the summit of le Prarion we’re met by the most amazing views of Mont Blanc and the Chamonix valley.
Day 4:
We head into Switzerland to a small hamlet above the Rhone valley. Here, we strap on our snowshoes and begin the ascent to the summit of Mont de l’Arpille. Our route takes us past an idyllic mountain pasture to the summit, which offers spectacular 360 degrees views of the Mont Blanc massif in France, the Swiss Valais region and the impressive Rhone valley.
Day 5
Our aim today is an ascent of the Aiguillete des Houches situated above the Chamonix valley with, probably, the best views of the Mont Blanc massif as well as views of the Fizz mountain chain. This makes for an unforgettable day on snowshoes.
Day 6: From the hamlet le Buet we move up the gorgeous Bérard valley along a gorgeous mountain stream until the valley opens up and reveals a stunning snowy bowl. We continue ascending until we reach the high-point of our week Col de Bérard at 2460 meters. From the col we have have views into the stunning and remote Aiguille Rouges nature reserve. This is a long day and a great final to our week.
Day 7:
Depart Chamonix.
Best of Mont Blanc Snowshoeing holiday
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