Night snowshoeing near La Grave in the Écrins

Admire the starry sky and the moon during a night snowshoe hike near La Grave, in the heart of the Ecrins National Park!

Snowshoe hike under the stars | Group outing

2 options available from €35

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From€35
2.5 hrs
Occasionally sporty
From 8 years-old and up

Practical information

Around 2 hours snowshoeing near La Grave at night.

  • 150 metres of ascent maximum.
Course of events

Please allow 2.5hrs in total for this activity.

  • Meeting point to be determined (Pays de la Meije or Serre Chevalier Vallée sectors).
  • You will be briefed by your experienced guide on the planned itinerary and safety instructions.
  • Set off to explore the Écrins National Park on an easy trail.
  • Discover the senses and the constellations with your enthusiastic guide.
  • Return to the starting point in complete safety, enriched by this revitalising hiking experience.
Activity requirements

Participants should be able to complete a 2-hour hike with an ascent of around 150 metres.

Minors must be accompanied by an adult to take part.


Special terms

Depending on the snow conditions, it may not always be necessary to wear snowshoes.

We recommend that you take out personal accident insurance covering mountain sports at any altitude.

Don't forget to let us know if you are undergoing any special treatment and/or are under medical supervision.

People with motor, mental/psychic or cognitive disabilities, infants and pets are not allowed to take part in this activity.

The duration and itinerary of this activity depend on the weather.


Meeting point:
Location to be determined at a later date Pays de la Meije or Serre Chevalier Vallée sectors
Spoken languages:English, French
Included
  • Supervision by a qualified mountain leader
  • Hiking poles
  • Snowshoes
  • Avalanche transceiver, probe and shovel
  • All equipment: adapted sleeping bag, mattresses, tarpaulins, individual and group cooking utensils, stove and gas.
  • A course tailored to your level and interests
  • Hot drinks (coffee/tea)
  • Collective first aid kit and radio linked to the mountain rescue service
  • Photo montage of your outing
Excluded
  • Transfer by vehicle to the meeting point and departure point of the outing
  • Snacks
Do not forget to bring
  • Warm hat or headband
  • Warm clothing adapted to the weather
  • Warm trekking-type mountain boots suitable for snow
  • Neck warmer or Buff Ski mask (useful in windy or snowy conditions)
  • Technical underwear (merino wool)
  • Rucksack (30L max)
  • Basic first aid kit
  • Sunglasses
  • Water
  • Snacks
  • Headlamp