Learn how to manage your ski touring trips in the Aosta Valley
In summary
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Sports
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Duration3 days
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LevelConfirmed
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DestinationItaly / Aosta Valley
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AgeFrom the age of 18
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CO₂-Emissions25.05 kg CO2
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Type of stayIn a group
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Languages
French
In a few words
You already have some experience in ski touring and want to be better equipped to organize your outings. You would particularly like to better prepare your trips (choosing routes, gathering information to understand snow and weather conditions, identifying personal and group expectations during the outing, etc.), and share your questions about key decision-making situations in the field with other skiers. You will also be prepared for potential critical situations (contacting emergency services, searching for avalanche victims). All of this will take place under the guidance of a qualified instructor who will listen to your feedback and personalize the training according to your future ski touring plans. These three intensive days of hands-on training will also be an opportunity to enjoy three outings in the Aosta Valley , a region of exceptional beauty.
The highlights
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An experienced trainer who adapts the training to your needs and projects
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Training in avalanche response protocols, including calling for help
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A collaborative and enriching approach with participants and guides
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Sport
Level
Ski touring
In figures
Ski touring
- Average duration/day: 6h30
- Average daily elevation gain: 1067 m
- Average daily descent: 1067 m
- Maximum altitude: 2963 m
- Exposed Passages: Yes
Management
French
Danilo and his team
Experienced mountain guides Danilo and his team accompany you on all types of terrain: mountaineering, multi-pitch climbs, ski touring, and high-altitude treks. Passionate and meticulous, they prioritize safety, progress, and enjoyment on every outing. With them, every climb becomes a shared and authentic adventure in the heart of the most beautiful mountains in the Alps.
Program
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Welcome to Val de Rhêmes and first day of ski touring
- Activity Ski touring
- Duration of the activity 6h
- Positive elevation gain 800 m
- Negative elevation 800 m
- Maximum altitude 2500 m
- Exposed passages Yes
- Accommodation 2-star hotel
- Breakfast not included
- Lunch not included
- Dinner included
Meet at 8:00 AM at the Granta Parey Hotel café for an initial introduction to the group and a equipment check . Then, depart for the Sort valley , an ideal area for this first day. This secluded valley, bordering the Gran Paradiso National Park, offers spectacular views of the Grande Rousse mountain range , a majestic and imposing mountain.
Objectives of the day:
- Route around the Cima di Entrelor with an elevation gain of at least 800 m
- Review of the use of avalanche transceivers, shovels and probes
- Snow science : detailed reading of the avalanche risk bulletin , comparison with field observations, and identification of specific risks for the day.
- Fieldwork : work on the map-field relationship and effective communication within the group to optimize progress
- Skiing : improving uphill and downhill techniques
At the end of the day, back to the warmth for a debriefing at the bar and preparation of the next day's itinerary.
Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel in the valley.
Day 1 -
Ascent of the Arp Vieille and independent work
- Activity Ski touring
- Duration of the activity 7h
- Positive elevation gain 1200 m
- Negative elevation 1200 m
- Maximum altitude 2963 m
- Exposed passages Yes
- Accommodation 2-star hotel
- Breakfast included
- Lunch not included
- Dinner included
Meet at 8 a.m. in Bonne en Valgrisenche for the start of this second day. The goal is to reach the summit of Arp Vieille , which rises to nearly 3,000 meters . This longer route allows you to fully enjoy the spectacular scenery in the heart of Valgrisenche.
Objectives of the day:
- Analysis of the terrain and conditions in relation to the preparation carried out the previous day; necessary adjustments based on observations
- Leadership : each participant takes charge of a section of the outing, making decisions about choosing a comfortable and safe route , both uphill and downhill.
- Team rescue scenario : practical application of a mountain rescue exercise to strengthen group reflexes and the use of safety equipment
After the race, back to the warmth for a debriefing at the bar and preparation of the next day's route.
Day 2 -
Final race in Valdigne and practical application
- Activity Ski touring
- Duration of the activity 7h
- Positive elevation gain 1200 m
- Negative elevation 1200 m
- Maximum altitude 2700 m
- Exposed passages Yes
- Breakfast included
- Lunch not included
- Dinner not included
For this final day, the guide selects a route suited to the group's fatigue level and the questions raised during the previous two days. La Valdigne , with its numerous trails, offers the ideal setting for this final outing, combining technical practice with the discovery of magnificent landscapes.
This day allows us to consolidate the knowledge acquired in previous days, with particular attention to:
- Decision-making in the mountains based on the conditions encountered
- Choosing and adjusting the route for comfortable and safe progress
- The application of security and communication techniques within the group
Meanwhile, take advantage of the magnificent panoramas of the Valdigne to conclude your stay on a note of beauty and serenity. After the race, a comprehensive debriefing will allow everyone to reflect on the shared experiences and lessons learned.
Day 3
Accommodation
You will be staying in Arvier , in a 3-star hotel in the heart of the Alps . This charming village is ideally located for easy access to the side valleys where your races will take place. After your busy days, you can enjoy the comfort of the hotel and its authentic setting to relax and recharge.
Price details
The price includes
- Supervision by a UIAGM high-mountain guide
- Accommodation in a 3-star hotel in a shared double or twin room
- The half-board stay
- Safety equipment
- Access to the hotel's wellness area
The price does not include
- Personal technical equipment
- Drinks
- Lunchtime meals
- Race provisions
- A possible ski lift
- Transportation to the Aosta Valley
- Personal expenses
- Tips
Options
- Additional nights BEFORE the stay - Single room : CHF36.59 / unit
- Additional nights BEFORE the stay - Double room : CHF118.92 / unit
- Additional nights AFTER your stay - Single room : CHF36.59 / unit
- Additional nights AFTER your stay - Double room : CHF118.92 / unit
- 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
- ARVA
- Shovel
- Probe
Equipment to bring
- Your touring skis
- Hiking shoes
- Seal skins
- Knives
- Ski poles with baskets for off-piste skiing
- A helmet
- A 30L backpack
- Avalanche transceiver (ARVA)
- Shovel
- Probe
- Sunglasses
- Sunscreen
- A thermos/water bottle
- A headlamp
- A survival blanket
Clothing to bring
- A waterproof and breathable jacket and trousers
- A thin down jacket
- Tights
- Breathable technical t-shirts
- A breathable fleece
- Gloves
- Socks
- Neck warmer
- Cap
