Ski touring
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We meet at 9am in Les Contamines to take care of the final logistical details: ski touring and safety equipment hire. Once we're kitted out, it's off to a leisurely start with a hike up to Mont Truc, a summit offering a fine view of the village and surrounding mountains.
This gently-paced first day is ideal for getting to grips with the equipment, from skis to safety gear (avalanche transceiver, shovel and probe).
Once you've reached the summit, it's time for your first descent on skis, under the guidance of your guide, to enjoy the pleasures of skiing in untracked snow.
At the end of the afternoon, return to the village for a convivial evening in a cosy gîte.
After a hearty breakfast, we set off from Notre-Dame de la Gorge to begin our ascent to the Refuge des prés, where we will spend the night. Once settled in, we take advantage of the beautiful snowy slopes around the refuge to explore and ski according to the mood and energy of the group.
This accessible terrain is perfect for building confidence and perfecting your first ski touring descents.
Enjoy a convivial evening meal at the refuge des prés.
After breakfast at the refuge, we set off early for a gradual climb to the Col de la Cicle (2467m). Once at the summit, we cross over to the Col de la Gittaz (2359m), where the view promises to remain etched in your memory.
The day ends in style with a long, pleasant descent to Val Joly, where we spend our last night.
A restful evening in a friendly gîte.
On this final day, we head for the Col de la Fenêtre (2245m). Once at the top, we savour the moment and prepare for a final curvy descent to the Notre-Dame de la Gorge car park.
Back to Les Contamines, where we finish off this winter raid with a well-deserved hot chocolate or beer.
Coming from the flat country of Belgium and being a mountain guide sounds like a bit of an oxymoron, but here I am, Olivier , 33 years old. Very enthusiastic about the idea of getting off the beaten track, it's with boundless enthusiasm that I'll be guiding you through the magical world of the high mountains, far from the hustle and bustle of the valleys. It's with the same enthusiasm that I'll be sharing the conviviality of the post-race moments over a good beer... Belgian!
It is possible to travel by train to St Gervais les Bains le Fayet station.
From there, take a direct bus connection to Contamines Montjoie.
You can drive to Contamines Montjoie and leave your car in a free car park.
If you don't have a car, you should know that we encourage car-pooling between participants by creating a whatsapp group 15 days before departure: an opportunity to get to know each other before you even start your expedition!
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Yes, all our expeditions can be privatised for a group already formed, on the dates of your choice.
To make your request, go to the expedition that interests you and click on "Privatise the expedition". We'll take care of the rest!
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Our priority: to offer you a quality experience, with complete clarity.
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At Wildhartt, nature is our playground, rain or shine. Rain, snow or wind: our guides adapt the itinerary, activities and accommodation to guarantee you the best possible experience.
Unless safety is at stake (storm, avalanche, flood...).
In this exceptional case, we can cancel an expedition, at least one week before departure.
If this happens:
→ You can postpone your adventure at no cost,
→ Or receive a full refund.
You don’t need to be a top athlete or mountain expert to feel at home. Most Wildhartt participants are between 25 and 60 years old, with a balanced mix of women and men.
Many join solo or in small groups of two or three. They often live in cities and are looking for a meaningful brea some time to reconnect with nature, slow down, and enjoy something real.
They usually have a regular movement practice (hiking, running, yoga...), but not with a competitive mindset. They’re in good shape, but don’t necessarily have technical skills. What brings them together is a shared desire to disconnect, observe, learn, and experience nature in a more grounded, accessible way.
If that speaks to you, you'll feel right at home. The group spirit is kind and open, and the pace adapts to everyone.
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