• Freeride skiing in Pelvoux-Vallouise, a hidden gem
  • Freeride skiing in Pelvoux-Vallouise, a hidden gem
  • Freeride skiing in Pelvoux-Vallouise, a hidden gem
  • Freeride skiing in Pelvoux-Vallouise, a hidden gem
  • Freeride skiing in Pelvoux-Vallouise, a hidden gem
  • Freeride skiing in Pelvoux-Vallouise, a hidden gem
  • Freeride skiing in Pelvoux-Vallouise, a hidden gem
  • Freeride skiing in Pelvoux-Vallouise, a hidden gem
  • Freeride skiing in Pelvoux-Vallouise, a hidden gem
  • Freeride skiing in Pelvoux-Vallouise, a hidden gem
  • Freeride skiing in Pelvoux-Vallouise, a hidden gem
  • Freeride skiing in Pelvoux-Vallouise, a hidden gem
  • Freeride skiing in Pelvoux-Vallouise, a hidden gem
  • Freeride skiing in Pelvoux-Vallouise, a hidden gem
Vallouise-Pelvoux / Écrins Massif

Freeride skiing in Pelvoux-Vallouise, a hidden gem

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In summary

  • Sports
    Freeride skiing
  • Duration
    3 days
  • Level
    Intermediate

    Levels

    Freeride skiing
    Beginner
    For on-piste skiers who have never tried freeride (off-piste) skiing but are comfortable on red and black runs (ESF Class 3 level). Instruction in freeride techniques provided by a guide or instructor. The goal is to learn or review the proper techniques that will improve your skiing in all snow conditions. Short ascents using climbing skins may be included (max. 30 minutes per day); no prior ski touring experience is required. Not suitable for beginners; this is not a standard ski lesson.
    Intermediate
    For skiers comfortable in all snow conditions, capable of skiing black runs with ease and with some prior off-piste experience. Short ascents using climbing skins may be involved—lasting no more than 45 minutes per day—but no prior ski touring expertise is required. An ideal transition for a competent piste skier looking to become a skilled freeride (off-piste) skier.
    Confirmed
    For skiers proficient in all snow conditions. Days spent skiing at a brisk pace. Slopes may include a few short, steep sections. Ascents using climbing skins require prior mastery of ski touring techniques.
    Advanced
    For highly skilled skiers comfortable in all snow conditions and with prior experience skiing couloirs. Ski days involve a brisk pace. Slopes may include steep and sometimes exposed sections (40–45°). Ascents using climbing skins may be required, necessitating prior mastery of ski touring techniques.
    Expert
    For highly skilled skiers proficient in all snow conditions and steep-slope skiing. Skiing days at a very brisk pace. Steep slopes and exposed couloirs. Ascents using climbing skins may be required, necessitating prior mastery of ski touring techniques.
  • Destination
    Vallouise-Pelvoux / Écrins Massif
  • Age
    From 16 - 80 years
  • CO₂-Emissions
    7.42 kg CO2
  • Type of stay
    This personalized stay offers you the opportunity to experience a sporting adventure with an organization tailored to your needs.
    Type of stay
    Independent traveler
  • Languages
    🇫🇷
    French
    🇬🇧
    English
A minimum of 2 people (including at least 1 adult) are required to book this stay.
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In a few words

Explore the Écrins mountain range on a challenging freeride trip from the unspoiled resort of Pelvoux-Vallouise. Far from the hustle and bustle of the major ski areas, this trip is for enthusiasts looking to learn or improve their off-piste skiing skills.


Benefit from personalized instruction guaranteed by a qualified and specialist instructor dedicated to a very small group of no more than two people. The first day is spent discovering the best lines using the ski lifts to refine your technique in complete safety.


The second day is dedicated to climbing the summit of La Blanche on touring skis . After the effort, a 360° panorama of the national park rewards the effort before embarking on a memorable descent of more than 1000 meters of negative elevation in powder snow.


Prioritizing sustainable transportation, this trip is fully aligned with a low-carbon approach thanks to its easy access by train from L'Argentière-les-Écrins station. A unique sporting adventure in the heart of the Hautes-Alpes.

The highlights

  • A preserved and secluded freeride spot at the foot of the Écrins National Park
  • Private instruction 100% freeride, certified instructor to progress at your own pace
  • Cozy accommodation and local produce for meals after a beautiful day
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Sport

Level

Freeride skiing

Intermediate

Levels

Freeride skiing
Beginner
For on-piste skiers who have never tried freeride (off-piste) skiing but are comfortable on red and black runs (ESF Class 3 level). Instruction in freeride techniques provided by a guide or instructor. The goal is to learn or review the proper techniques that will improve your skiing in all snow conditions. Short ascents using climbing skins may be included (max. 30 minutes per day); no prior ski touring experience is required. Not suitable for beginners; this is not a standard ski lesson.
Intermediate
For skiers comfortable in all snow conditions, capable of skiing black runs with ease and with some prior off-piste experience. Short ascents using climbing skins may be involved—lasting no more than 45 minutes per day—but no prior ski touring expertise is required. An ideal transition for a competent piste skier looking to become a skilled freeride (off-piste) skier.
Confirmed
For skiers proficient in all snow conditions. Days spent skiing at a brisk pace. Slopes may include a few short, steep sections. Ascents using climbing skins require prior mastery of ski touring techniques.
Advanced
For highly skilled skiers comfortable in all snow conditions and with prior experience skiing couloirs. Ski days involve a brisk pace. Slopes may include steep and sometimes exposed sections (40–45°). Ascents using climbing skins may be required, necessitating prior mastery of ski touring techniques.
Expert
For highly skilled skiers proficient in all snow conditions and steep-slope skiing. Skiing days at a very brisk pace. Steep slopes and exposed couloirs. Ascents using climbing skins may be required, necessitating prior mastery of ski touring techniques.
For skiers comfortable in all snow conditions, capable of skiing black runs with ease and with some prior off-piste experience. Short ascents using climbing skins may be involved—lasting no more than 45 minutes per day—but no prior ski touring expertise is required. An ideal transition for a competent piste skier looking to become a skilled freeride (off-piste) skier.

The expert's opinion

The instructor will adapt to the level and physical condition of the participants to offer personalized and adapted outings.

In figures

Freeride skiing

  • Average duration/day: 3h

Management

During this stay, a supervisor will be present to guide and assist you.
Band : 1 supervisor for 1 to 2 people
Languages ​​spoken:
🇫🇷
French
🇬🇧
English
Moniteur de ski

During freeride sessions, you will be supervised by a qualified ski instructor. The rest of the time, you will be free to practice at your own risk and safety.

Management

Security

During freeride sessions, you will be supervised by a qualified ski instructor. The rest of the time, you will be free to practice at your own risk and safety.
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Program

Day 1
Day 2
Day 3
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    Arrival and check-in

    • Breakfast not included
    • Lunch not included
    • Dinner included

    Settle into the gîte in the late afternoon, in a friendly and unspoiled atmosphere. Enjoy the spa area to relax after your drive and immerse yourself in your freeride adventure.


    In the evening, we shared a convivial dinner featuring local Écrins cuisine.

    Day 1

Note

A stay designed for efficient progress, combining personalized professional coaching with the authentic atmosphere of a pristine mountain resort. Pelvoux-Vallouise offers a raw and exclusive freeride experience, far from mass tourism. You'll benefit from a dedicated private ski instructor for two people. The program is provided as a guide and may be adjusted according to weather conditions, snow conditions, and the participants' skill level.

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Access

Departure
Pelvoux, Vallouise-Pelvoux, France
Day 1 : 17h00
End of stay
Pelvoux, Vallouise-Pelvoux, France
Day 3 - 13h00

On the day of your departure, you will have to vacate the room by 10am, but you can leave your luggage at the cottage to fully enjoy your last day.

Go to the starting point

Access by train
Take the train toL'Argentière-les-Écrins

From the train station to the accommodation:

  1. By bus (Zou! Network - Line S13): Shuttle buses connect L'Argentière-les-Écrins train station to the village of Vallouise and to the foot of the slopes/hamlets of Pelvoux. The journey takes approximately 20 to 25 minutes (tickets cost approximately €2.50 to €3.00 ).
  2. By taxi / private hire vehicle: The journey takes approximately 15 minutes from the station (estimated fare between €30 and €45 depending on the time slot).
Access by car
Travel to the place of stay with parking available

Free parking in front of the cottage.

Price details

The price includes

  1. Accommodation in comfortable cottages and shared rooms
  2. Half-board accommodation within the guesthouse (breakfast and dinner)
  3. Supervision by a qualified ski instructor during freeride sessions
  4. The ski pass

The price does not include

  1. Transportation to the place of stay
  2. Lunch
  3. The tourist tax
  4. The support card for the package
  5. Ski equipment
  6. Safety equipment (avalanche transceiver, shovel, probe, etc.)
  7. Access to the accommodation's spa

Options

  1. Flex fare and insurance

Practical information

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The Juliette team
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The Juliette team

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Our local partner offers independent or group experiences, whether with friends or family, throughout their territory. Accompanied by local guides, travelers set off to discover the unspoiled nature of these valleys, located within the Écrins National Park. It's a unique opportunity for everyone to explore local traditions, wildlife, flora, rivers, glaciers, and the region's many trails. A true adventure playground with unlimited resources is thus made available by our local partner, guaranteeing total immersion in the high mountains.
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