• Rock climbing course in Haute Maurienne Vanoise
  • Rock climbing course in Haute Maurienne Vanoise
  • Rock climbing course in Haute Maurienne Vanoise
  • Rock climbing course in Haute Maurienne Vanoise
  • Rock climbing course in Haute Maurienne Vanoise
Vanoise Massif / Bessans

Rock climbing course in Haute Maurienne Vanoise

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In summary

  • Sports
    Rock climbing
  • Duration
    5 days
  • Level
    Intermediate

    Levels

    Rock climbing
    Beginner
    For those wishing to try out this activity. No prior climbing experience is required. However, good physical fitness and a head for heights are necessary.
    Intermediate
    For those who climb during vacations, occasionally on weekends, or in indoor gyms (bouldering or roped climbing). Your level ranges from 4c to 5b when following. You wish to improve your technique and learn the basics of belaying and vertical movement. You want to consolidate your existing skills and develop new technical abilities through several consecutive days of climbing, while also learning crag safety techniques.
    Confirmed
    For those who climb regularly—at least once a month—either indoors (bouldering or roped climbing) or outdoors. You climb at a 5c/6a level, whether following or leading. You wish to expand your range of movement techniques with the help of instructors. You want to review safety techniques and manage your fears in order to tackle lead climbing.
    Advanced
    For those who climb once or twice a week, either indoors or outdoors. Your level ranges from 6a to 6c, whether following or leading. You wish to improve your technical and mental skills to consolidate your level, particularly when leading.
    Expert
    For those who compete or wish to start competing: you want to acquire methods to structure your climbing progression—identifying areas for improvement, creating a pre-competition training plan, or managing your route projects. You want to work on your focus and fear management, organize your physical and mental preparation, and refine your pacing to adopt the right strategy on the routes.
  • Destination
    Vanoise Massif / Bessans
  • Age
    Up to a 90imum of years
  • CO₂-Emissions
    34.94 kg CO2
  • Type of stay
    This group trip is perfect for travelers who want to experience a sporting adventure with other enthusiasts and be guided.
    Type of stay
    In a group
  • Languages
    French

In a few words

Discover mountain climbing in the heart of the Haute Maurienne , a magnificent playground of sculpted cliffs and alpine panoramas. Led by qualified guides , you'll spend the day exploring equipped and safe natural climbing sites , selected for the quality of their rock and the beauty of their surroundings.

Designed for climbers who primarily climb indoors, this course promotes progression towards independence on crags . You'll learn to read the rock, manage your safety, adapt your techniques to the specific characteristics of the natural environment, and optimize your positioning. The goal: to gain confidence , refine your movements, and master the essential basics for climbing outdoors.

Climbing in the heart of nature offers an unparalleled experience. Surrounded by fresh air , silence, and unspoiled landscapes, each route becomes an immersion in the heart of the mountains. This experience combines technical progression , the joy of movement, and rejuvenation , allowing you to experience climbing differently, in an authentic and inspiring setting.

The highlights

  • A unique sporting experience in the heart of the Vanoise
  • Supervision by qualified guides to progress safely
  • Explore different climbing sites
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Sport

Level

Rock climbing

Intermediate

Levels

Rock climbing
Beginner
For those wishing to try out this activity. No prior climbing experience is required. However, good physical fitness and a head for heights are necessary.
Intermediate
For those who climb during vacations, occasionally on weekends, or in indoor gyms (bouldering or roped climbing). Your level ranges from 4c to 5b when following. You wish to improve your technique and learn the basics of belaying and vertical movement. You want to consolidate your existing skills and develop new technical abilities through several consecutive days of climbing, while also learning crag safety techniques.
Confirmed
For those who climb regularly—at least once a month—either indoors (bouldering or roped climbing) or outdoors. You climb at a 5c/6a level, whether following or leading. You wish to expand your range of movement techniques with the help of instructors. You want to review safety techniques and manage your fears in order to tackle lead climbing.
Advanced
For those who climb once or twice a week, either indoors or outdoors. Your level ranges from 6a to 6c, whether following or leading. You wish to improve your technical and mental skills to consolidate your level, particularly when leading.
Expert
For those who compete or wish to start competing: you want to acquire methods to structure your climbing progression—identifying areas for improvement, creating a pre-competition training plan, or managing your route projects. You want to work on your focus and fear management, organize your physical and mental preparation, and refine your pacing to adopt the right strategy on the routes.
For those who climb during vacations, occasionally on weekends, or in indoor gyms (bouldering or roped climbing). Your level ranges from 4c to 5b when following. You wish to improve your technique and learn the basics of belaying and vertical movement. You want to consolidate your existing skills and develop new technical abilities through several consecutive days of climbing, while also learning crag safety techniques.

The expert's opinion

In decent physical condition

In figures

Rock climbing

  • Average duration/day: 6h

Management

During this stay, a supervisor will be present to guide and assist you.
Band : 1 supervisor for 3 to 8 people
Languages ​​spoken:
French
Supervisor

Supervision by qualified guides to progress safely

Program

Day 1
Day 2
Day 3
Day 4
Day 5
  • map

    Arrival at the holiday village

    • Accommodation Holiday Villages
    • Breakfast not included
    • Lunch not included
    • Dinner included

    Arrived at the holiday village for dinner.

    Day 1

Note

Important: The program is provided as a guide only. It is recommended that you bring your own hiking equipment. The Haute-Maurienne valley is full of trails, each more beautiful than the last. To keep things interesting, the guides are free to use their imagination and suggest alternative routes! Circumstances beyond our control may also lead us to modify the day's itineraries and activities (weather, participants' fitness level, group safety, etc.).

Accommodation

🏨 Holiday village - Days 1 to 4
  • 🏨 Holiday village - Days 1 to 4
  • 🏨 Holiday village - Days 1 to 4
  • 🏨 Holiday village - Days 1 to 4
  • 🏨 Holiday village - Days 1 to 4
  • 🏨 Holiday village - Days 1 to 4
  • 🏨 Holiday village - Days 1 to 4
  • 🏨 Holiday village - Days 1 to 4
  • 🏨 Holiday village - Days 1 to 4
  • 🏨 Holiday village - Days 1 to 4
🏨 Holiday village - Days 1 to 4

You will be staying at the La Bessannaise holiday village.

The establishment offers 95 rooms, spread across three buildings, which can accommodate from 1 to 3 people depending on their configuration.

By staying at the centre, you have access to all the spaces available.

Access

Departure
Bessans, France
Day 1 : 17h00
End of stay
Bessans, France
Day 5 - 10h00

Rooms are available from 5pm on the day of your arrival.

They must be vacated before 10am on the day of departure.

Go to the starting point

Access by train
Take the train toGare de Modane

Modane TGV station (Paris-Modane 4h30 by TGV), then bus journey (45 min) to the stop in front of La Bessannaise*

Bus booking online: www.altibus.com or 04 79 68 32 96.

We invite you to purchase your return ticket as soon as your reservation is confirmed.

*Pay attention to train and bus connections when planning your journey.

Access by car
Travel to the place of stay with parking available

A43 motorway towards Turin (Fréjus Tunnel, Italy), Exit No. 30 – Modane/Haute Maurienne, departmental road D1006 (ex-RN6) then D902 (35km) towards Bessans.

Consider sharing your journey by carpooling: www.blablacar.fr.

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Price details

The price includes

  1. Accommodation according to the chosen package
  2. Full board (including wine) from dinner on Day 1 to breakfast on Day 5
  3. One hot drink per day
  4. Bed linen and towels are provided in the rooms for the duration of your stay.
  5. Access to the spa and fitness area
  6. Supervision during climbing sessions
  7. Activities from Monday to Friday in July and August
  8. Local transfers for access to climbing sites
  9. Loan of technical equipment (helmet, harness, ropes…)

The price does not include

  1. Tourist tax: €0.85 per person (over 18 years old) per night
  2. The ANCEF membership fee (mandatory for supervised stays) including membership and mountain passport (insurance): €25 for adults, €13 for young people under 16, €50 for the Family offer (1 or 2 adults + children under 16)
  3. Toiletries (shower gel, soap, etc.) and a towel for access to the spa.
  4. Drinks at the bar and extras (shop purchases, additional activities not included in the program…)
  5. Return travel expenses to and from the holiday village
  6. Picnic boxes, cutlery and water bottles
  7. The equipment required for certain themed workshops (see technical specifications)

Options

You will be able to select these options when booking.
  1. Child discount (ages 3-6) : CHF-471.12 / person
  2. Youth discount (7-13 years old) : CHF-282.67 / person
  3. Early arrival : CHF61.29 / person
  4. Flex fare and insurance

Practical information

Specific formalities

Specifics

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.

Equipment

Equipment provided on site

  1. Technical equipment loan (helmet, harness, ropes…)

Equipment to bring

  1. Climbing shoes
  2. Water bottle holder and water bottle (minimum 1L capacity)
  3. A pair of highly protective sunglasses (CE rating 3 or 4 is essential)
  4. Sunscreen tube and lip balm stick, with a high sun protection factor
  5. Cutlery, picnic box and reusable cup for picnics
  6. Camera and binoculars (optional)


Clothing to bring

  1. Cap or hat
  2. Technical T-shirt
  3. Stretch pants or leggings or shorts
  4. Several pairs of socks
  5. Anorak, waterproof rainwear, 1 windbreaker
  6. a light fleece jacket or thin down jacket
  7. Swimsuit and bath towel (or bathrobe) required to access the wellness area


For your comfort at the center, please bring casual clothing and indoor shoes or slippers. Important: In the mountains, temperature variations can be significant if the wind picks up or a storm is approaching.

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Anne - 57 ans

july 2026 In a group
Translated from French
First experience with Decathlon Travel. Fantastic discovery! Excellent climbing course with the Altitude team, ski & mountain guides, from Termignon!!!! Perfect supervision, excellent atmosphere.... The accommodation is very well located in the heart of nature. Large facility but still maintains a family atmosphere with lovely staff. However, the average age of the residents is rather high.
Published on 04/08/2026

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Anne - 57 ans

july 2026 In a group
Translated from French
First experience with Decathlon Travel. Fantastic discovery! Excellent climbing course with the Altitude team, ski & mountain guides, from Termignon!!!! Perfect supervision, excellent atmosphere.... The accommodation is very well located in the heart of nature. Large facility but still maintains a family atmosphere with lovely staff. However, the average age of the residents is rather high.
Published on 04/08/2026
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The Julie team

3.9/5 (11 reviews) • 44 stays
Nestled in Bessans, in the heart of the unspoiled landscapes of the Haute-Maurienne valley, our local partner is a mountain institution that has been welcoming enthusiasts since 1972. The establishment is distinguished by its friendly and authentic atmosphere, true to the Savoyard village spirit. Specializing in all-inclusive stays, the agency simplifies the traveler's experience by including accommodation, meals, and a rich program of activities tailored to each season.
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