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Bivouac under a blue sky in the snow of the Vercors, orange tents surrounded by majestic fir trees.
A group on snowshoes crosses a snow-covered landscape, surrounded by towering fir trees.
An adventurer glides across the glistening snow, surrounded by the majestic landscapes of the Vercors.
Snow-covered landscapes of the Vercors, snowshoeing adventure under the setting sun, immersion in nature.
Bivouac under a pastel sky, surrounded by snow-capped mountains and wild landscapes.
"Snowy landscape of the Vercors at sunset, adventurer with pulka on wild terrain."
Sunset over snow-capped mountains, a wild and soothing atmosphere in the Vercors.
Bivouac in a tipi in the heart of the Vercors, mountains, snow and an intimate sunset.
Group of adventurers on snowshoes, with the mountains in the background.
Bivouac under a starlit tepee in the snow, with a view of the Vercors. Adventure and serenity.
A group of hikers on snowshoes in a snow-covered Vercors landscape, with majestic mountains in the background.
A happy group on snowshoes, surrounded by the snowy landscapes of the Vercors at sunset.
A majestic mountain under a twilight sky, surrounded by forests and snow, an invitation to adventure.
Snowshoe expedition in the Vercors, snow-covered landscapes and breathtaking wilderness.
Bivouac in the mountains, with tipis and tents, under clear skies and snow-capped peaks.
An adventurer on snowshoes traverses a snowy landscape, surrounded by majestic peaks and forests.
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Snowshoeing

Wild Vercors: snowshoe trek with pulka and tipi nights

January to March
4 days| 3 nights
Level 2
Eco-score 4/5

What you will experience

Pull your pulka across the Vercors High Plateaux to the Jasse de la Chau ridge, with views of Mont Aiguille and the eastern barrier of the Vercors.
Cross the Réserve des Hauts Plateaux du Vercors, the largest wilderness area in France, and sleep under the stars at the foot of the mythical Grand Veymont (2341 m).
Set off with a passionate guide from the Southern Alps, who will teach you the art of winter roaming in the middle of a nature reserve, including a bivouac.
Bivouac in a tepee near the Pré Peyret and Chaumailloux alpine huts, with dinner on the stove overlooking the silhouettes of Mont Veymont and Tête Chevalière.
In small groups of no more than 8 participants, cross the high plateaux of the Vercors like an Arctic expedition.

Itinerary

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DAY 1 / 4
Accommodation
Bivouac
D+
410m
Distance
6km
We meet at 9:30 am at the car park on the Beure plateau, near the Font d'Urle ski resort. This will be an opportunity to get to know the group and your guide, to have a short safety briefing and to distribute the group and individual equipment.


Once the pulkas have been distributed and the snowshoes adjusted, we leave at around 11am for a gentle first day. This will be an opportunity to learn how to handle the pulka and get to grips with your equipment. The route, which is not very technical, crosses some beautiful clearings and soon offers an unobstructed view of the high plateaux of the Vercors.


We reach the Pré Peyret hut in the early afternoon. We set up camp and our tipi tent for the night, with an open hut nearby in case of bad weather. We prepare a meal together and spend our first evening in the wild.
DAY 2 / 4
Accommodation
Bivouac
D+
580m
Distance
12.5km
We leave the bivouac for a beautiful wild stage in the heart of the Hauts Plateaux Nature Reserve. The atmosphere gradually becomes more alpine, almost Siberian, as we cross the wide open plains of the high plateaux.


Head for the Chaumailloux hut, nestling at the foot of Mont Aiguille. Once the pulkas have been put down, the more motivated can climb the Tête Chevalière (1,959 m) on foot for an exceptional view of the eastern barrier of the Vercors.


Those who prefer to rest can stay at the hut or help set up the bivouac. Dinner and overnight stay in a tipi or in the hut.
DAY 3 / 4
Accommodation
Bivouac
D+
510m
Distance
11km
We continue northwards along the Parquet rocks, which offer magnificent views of the Alps. As the day progresses, the atmosphere becomes more forested, with vast areas covered in hooked pines, typical of the Vercors.


At the end of the day, we set up camp at the Jasse de la Chau, a wild plateau below the Grand Veymont (2,341 m), the highest point in the massif. If we still have a little time (and energy), we can climb without the pulkas to the Pas de la Ville, where ibex are often seen.


This stage is longer, but not technically difficult. It offers a summary of the diversity of the Vercors landscape.
DAY 4 / 4
Accommodation
Bivouac
D+
720m
Distance
16.5km
On this final day, we head due south across the wide open expanses of the plateau. A picnic break is planned near the Grande Cabane, surrounded by spectacular views of the Grand Veymont and the Reserve.


The route is relatively flat, ideal for the pulkas, which glide along almost by themselves. After a break, we begin the final part of our traverse, along the ridges overlooking the Diois valley. On a clear day, you can even see Mont Ventoux on the horizon.


A fine final descent takes us back to the Beure plateau, the starting point of our adventure. Packing up, a short debrief, and a convivial moment to round off this itinerary: a hot chocolate together is not out of the question!


⏱ Distances and times are given for information only and may vary according to the weather, snow conditions and the pace of the group.

The guides who will lead your adventure

Guide Baptiste - International mountain Leader (IML)

Baptiste

International mountain Leader (IML)

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Baptiste is a qualified mountain leader with over 20 years' experience of the mountains and nature. He'll be delighted to take you along the trails and share his knowledge of the area's history and environment in complete safety. Originally from the Drôme valley, the Vercors is his playground, the massif that is so close to his heart!

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Guide Hans - International mountain Leader (IML)

Hans

International mountain Leader (IML)

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Having loved the mountains since childhood, my passion has become my profession. In my spare time, I set up climbing routes, maintain the trails, go on new ski tours and help run the Refuge des Invincibles in Val Pellice - all to enhance the mountains where I was born. The Vaud Valleys are my ideal base camp, but I'm also regularly in the other massifs of the Alps and the Appennines.

Find out more about Hans

What's included in the price

Included

Guiding: Throughout your stay, you will be guided day and night by a certified mountain leader who is passionate about his job.
Bivouac equipment: the nights will be spent in shared tents, with self-inflating mattresses and individual cold-weather duvets provided by us. We are also planning a shared main tepee with a wood-burning stove and the necessary cooking equipment.
Hiking equipment: snowshoes, hiking poles and pulka.
Meals: All meals are included from the first evening until the last midday.

Not included

Transport to and from the meeting point
Everything not included in the "price includes" section

What level should you expect

Level 2
  • You'll be able to walk 5 to 6 hours a day on snowshoes, with up to 600 m of Ascent, on snow-covered but non-technical terrain.
  • You'll be pulling a pulka with your own personal and group equipment, with no technical difficulties but a moderate level of endurance.
  • You're keen to live in the wilderness for 4 days, with nights in a bivouac in a tepee, sometimes near unguarded huts.
  • You don't need any snowshoeing or bivouac experience, but you do need to be comfortable with a certain level of commitment and rusticity.
  • You're looking for a wild, accessible and collective immersion in a magical winter setting.

Getting there

Start: free parking on the Plateau de Beurre (09h30)
End: free parking on the Plateau de Beurre (14h00)

Transport

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You can travel by train to Valence station. From there, take a connecting train to Die station.


  • Departure station > Valence (SNCF)
  • Valence TGV station > Die station


From there, we will pick you up by car to take you to the meeting point.

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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!

How to register

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Step 1

Choose your departure date and number of participants

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Step 2

Book online by paying a deposit or the full amount directly. It is also possible to book by telephone by calling +32 474 97 09 38 (Mon-Fri 9am-5pm).
  • If the minimum number of participants is reached, departure is confirmed!
  • If the minimum number of participants is not reached, we will give you a full refund.
Departure is confirmed 15 days in advance for adventures lasting more than 4 days. Departure is confirmed 7 days prior to departures of less than 4 days.
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Step 3

In the case of a deposit, the remaining amount will be debited from your account before departure.

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Frequently asked questions

Is winter bivouac equipment provided?

Yes, we provide all the winter bivouac equipment: 4-season tents, a cold-weather duvet and a self-inflating mattress per person. We also include a large communal tent with a wood-burning stove and the necessary cooking equipment.

Will we have to carry our rucksack the whole way?

Yes, as we'll be roaming for 5 days, we'll be carrying our rucksacks all the way.

Will we have access to sanitary facilities (showers, toilets)?

No, on this expedition we will be totally self-sufficient for 5 days. So there will be no showers or toilets. Isn't that the real adventure?

What happens if there's no snow?

We are first and foremost hikers, and when the snow fails, we still ensure the departure of our trips. The atmosphere and the winter light are there for all to enjoy, and even if you have to wear snowshoes for a while, or sometimes do without them, the scenery is still splendid. So make sure you have good walking shoes.

Are instalment payment options available?

Yes, that's right! At checkout, you can choose the Alma option to pay for your booking in 2x, 3x or 4x. All you have to do is select Alma at checkout and follow the instructions. It's simple, fast and secure.

Can I privatise this expedition for my group?

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!

What does the price of a Wildhartt adventure include?

At Wildhartt, transparency is essential. The price of your expedition reflects a clear breakdown of costs:


  • 30% for our guides, the mainstays of every adventure.
  • 35% for accommodation and meals, essential for your comfort.
  • 10% for equipment and transport, to guarantee safety and fluidity.
  • 25% for organisation and logistics, from first contact to the end of the expedition.


Our priority: to offer you a quality experience, with complete clarity.

Do you have any questions? Contact us.


What happens if the weather is bad?

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.


What kind of people usually join Wildhartt expeditions ?

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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