Snowy New Year's Eve on snowshoes in the heart of the Briançonnais

Before your departure, check with the embassy or consulate regarding the entry and stay requirements for your destination country. You can also find this information on the France Diplomatie website ( https://www.diplomatie.gouv.fr/fr/dossiers-pays/ ).

In the case of flights with stopovers operated by different airlines, also check the entry requirements of the countries you are transiting through.

It is your responsibility to ensure you are in compliance, particularly regarding the validity of your identity documents (for example, some countries require your passport to be valid for at least six months after your return) , visa requirements, necessary vaccinations, and health recommendations. And don't forget to consider any customs restrictions and other potential requirements of your destination or transit country.

ℹ️ Information may change up to the departure date, remember to regularly check official websites.

For hiking:

1. the snowshoes
2. hiking poles
3. Safety equipment: avalanche victim detectors, shovels and probes

For picnics:

1. fabric bags
2. boxes for soups and salads
3. spoons
4. thermoses for hot drinks
5. cups

1. bath towels

1. A medium-sized backpack (30 to 40 liters) for the day's belongings; straps for attaching snowshoes are often welcome.
2. a rain cover to protect belongings in case of snowfall
3. an insulated water bottle preferably (1.5 liters minimum)
4. a pocket knife
5. a pair of highly protective sunglasses
6. a tube of sunscreen and a lip balm, both very protective
7. a waterproof pouch to carry your important documents
8. Optional: a camera, a pair of binoculars...

To protect yourself from the winter chill, the best method is the "layering" approach: adjust your temperature by wearing layers of clothing that aren't too warm , so you don't sweat too much. We recommend choosing garments made from natural merino fibers, which are warm, breathable, and odor-resistant should you perspire.

For hiking:

1. warm, waterproof trousers or lighter trousers and tights
2. a Gore-Tex type windbreaker
3. A down jacket to protect against the most biting cold.
4. a not-too-thick sweater, possibly fleece or merino wool.
5. Warm and quick-drying underwear (tights, long-sleeved t-shirts, etc.), perhaps made of merino wool.
6. a warm hat that protects the ears well
7. a cap or other hat to protect you from the sun
8. two pairs of gloves, thin ones and warm, waterproof "snow" gloves (or mittens)
9. Gaiters are recommended if the snow pants don't have good elastic and/or hooks to stay on the boot.

For the evening:

1. 2 to 3 pairs of warm socks
2. spare clothes
3. indoor shoes or slippers
4. a pharmacy, with the necessary supplies to treat everyday minor ailments, think about possible foot care (Compeed, strapping and other dressings), and of course your personal treatments.
5. toiletries