What you will experience

Enjoy a three-day snowshoe hike to unwind for an extended weekend in the heart of the Bauges mountains.

Every evening, savour the comfort of a cosy gîte that will be your base camp for the weekend, with a hot drink in hand and the smell of a Savoyard meal simmering away.

Explore a new route every day: from the Mollard to the Nivolet Cross, to secret routes chosen according to the conditions.

Discover the wildlife of the Bauges Regional Nature Park: an unspoilt area home to chamois, golden eagles and lynx.

Itinerary

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- Accommodation·Gite
  Where we'll be spending the night
- D-·350m
  descent
- D+·350m
  Vertical ascent
- Distance·7km
  KM covered
We're meeting at 10.30am in the Bauges massif, at the car park where we'll be starting our first hike. It's a good opportunity to get to know the group and our guide.

After a short briefing on equipment and safety instructions, we put on our snowshoes for a beautiful loop in the direction of Le Mollard. The route takes us through snow-covered forests and high mountain pastures, passing close to a protected natural area. Our guide will take the opportunity to share the secrets of this unspoilt environment and its winter wildlife.

At the summit, panoramic views of the Bauges reward us for our efforts, before a gentle descent back to the starting point.

We then head back to our comfortable gîte, where we settle in for the next two nights. At the end of the day, it's time to relax: mulled wine for the connoisseurs and a Savoyard dinner around a convivial table.

The guides who will lead your adventure

Gwendoline

Mountain leader (AMM)

German

French

English

After two long trips that made me fall in love with the mountains, I decided to settle in the Alps. I chose Chambéry, an ideal location between the Bauges, Chartreuse and Belledonne massifs. Since 2024, I've been devoting myself fully to my job as a mountain leader, a career change that allows me to combine exploration, environmental awareness, a taste for challenge and training, all in the heart of the mountains, a fascinating and constantly evolving environment.

Find out more about Gwendoline

What's included in the price

Included

Guiding: Throughout your stay, you will be accompanied by Gwendoline, a certified and experienced guide.

Accommodation: Every night, you will sleep in a comfortable gite in a shared room (single beds).

Meals: All meals are included, from the first meal in the evening to the picnic on the last day.

Loan of equipment: your guide will provide you with snowshoeing equipment (poles and snowshoes).

Not included

Transport to and from the venue.

Any personal expenses.

Picnic on the first day.

anything not mentioned in the "included" section

What level should you expect

Level 1

You should be at least 18 years old to participate

You are capable of walking for about 5 hours with an average Ascent of 500m per day.
You are in good physical condition and have no recent injuries
You're looking for a snowshoe trek with daily departures from your comfortable gîte.
As you'll be sleeping in the same place every night, you'll be carrying a light rucksack with just the essentials.

Getting there

Start: La Féclaz (10h30)

End: La Féclaz (15h30)

Transport

It is possible to travel by train to the Massif des Bauges.

Departure station > Gare de Paris/Lyon
Paris/Lyon station > Annecy station
Take a bus from Annecy to the start of the Bauges tour

You can also drive to the Massif des Bauges 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 10 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 +32 460 25 61 85 (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 for adventures lasting 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.

Your reviews

The opinions of our participants who have placed their trust in us

4.8/ 5 · based on 84 reviews in this category

Simon C.

Après une première expérience réussie j’ai remis ça avec Wildhartt pour un séjour raquette et Poulka dans le Vercors. Un séjour de dingue, super bien organisé, du matos de qualité et un guide 5 étoiles expérimenté !Une aventure humaine en pleine nature pour un dépaysement total 🥰Après ça je n’ai qu’une envie c’est de trouver ma prochaine expé avec Wildhartt 🙏

Nicolas P.

Très belle expérience,Des explications aux différentes questions que l'on peut se poser pour une première.Un guide super toujours àux petits soins pour nous afin de détailler les lieux, les traces des empreinte d'animaux, la faune et la flore.L'orientation extra.Des paysages magnifiquesA refaire.

Sandrine F.

Pure moment de déconnexion et de découverte que ce séjour dans les Vosges guidé par Joseph qui nous a appris beaucoup sur la nature et la faune environnante et en plus avec plein de touches d’humour et tous mes compagnons de rando étaient tous au top!!!! J ai adore

S “.

Très beau séjour de 3 jours en Raquettes à neige dans le Jura Suisse, avec un guide très intéressant et proche de la nature, le logement en gîte de montagne et ensuite en hôtel plus confortable nous a beaucoup plus, et la découverte d'un sport en immersion totale est extra. Organisation au top de plus la météo était au rendez-vous. Allez y les yeux fermés !

maryse G.

Event organised within a beautiful place with nice views, and the quality/price was good

Frequently asked questions

Will I have to carry my belongings on the hikes?

No, as this is a star trek and we'll be sleeping in the same place every night, you'll just need to take a small day pack with you.

How comfortable is the gite?

For this expedition, you will sleep for 2 nights in a comfortable gite in a shared room with an en-suite bathroom. You will sleep in a single bed with blanket, pillow and sheets provided.

Are snowshoes and poles included?

Yes, we will provide a pair of snowshoes and poles for you! Once you've registered, we'll ask you for your height so that we can provide you with suitable equipment.

Are children welcome on this adventure?

No, this is an expedition for adults (min. 18 years).

What happens if there's no snow?

We are first and foremost hikers, and when the snow runs out we still ensure the departure of our trips. The atmosphere and the winter light are just right, and even if you have to wear snowshoes or do without them sometimes, 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 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 adventure 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.

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.

1% for the rewilding of Europe, a concrete commitment to give back to nature what it gives us.

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

Do you have any questions? Contact us.

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