• Ski touring at the Hospice of the Great St. Bernard
  • Ski touring at the Hospice of the Great St. Bernard
  • Ski touring at the Hospice of the Great St. Bernard
  • Ski touring at the Hospice of the Great St. Bernard
  • Ski touring at the Hospice of the Great St. Bernard
  • Ski touring at the Hospice of the Great St. Bernard
Great St. Bernard Pass / Alps

Ski touring at the Hospice of the Great St. Bernard

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In summary

  • Sports
    Ski touring
  • Duration
    2 days
  • Level
    Confirmed

    Levels

    Ski touring
    Beginner
    For those who have never done ski touring or off-piste skiing but are comfortable skiing down red or black runs. You will ski for 3 to 4 hours a day. You must be capable of skinning uphill for a minimum of 2 to 3 hours, covering an elevation gain and loss of between 300m and 600m per day.
    Intermediate
    For those who have already skied off-piste using ski lifts. You will ski for 4 to 6 hours a day. Vertical gain can reach 800 m per day.
    Confirmed
    For those who occasionally go ski touring and off-piste skiing. You are capable of skiing down almost any terrain and ski for several consecutive days. You will ski for 4 to 6 hours a day, with vertical gains of up to 1,000 m per day.
    Advanced
    For regular ski tourers. You are capable of skiing down any type of snow on slopes of up to 40°. You frequently ski in powder. You have perfect control over your speed, sideslipping, and both uphill and downhill kick turns. You have prior experience with ski touring or with vertical gains exceeding 1,200m. You are capable of maintaining this level of activity over several consecutive days.
    Expert
    For regular ski tourers: You are capable of skiing down all types of snow on slopes exceeding 40°. You frequently ski in powder and have perfect control over your speed and sideslipping. You have experience with ski touring involving vertical gains of over 1,400m and have previously completed several consecutive days under these conditions.
  • Destination
    Great St. Bernard Pass / Alps
  • Age
    From 16 - 90 years
  • CO₂-Emissions
    11.14 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

Treat yourself to a timeless alpine escape in the heart of the legendary Great St. Bernard Pass , at the crossroads of Italy and Switzerland . This journey takes you through pristine landscapes , where snow-capped peaks , high-altitude plains , and millennia of history intertwine. Far from the hustle and bustle of the resorts, you'll travel in a small group, in an intimate and friendly atmosphere, to the legendary hospice, perched at over 2,400 meters . On ski touring trips, each ascent rewards the effort with descents in powder snow , on little-used routes, in a raw and silent natural setting. The experience blends gentle adventure , cultural immersion , and the grandeur of alpine landscapes , in an environment where authenticity reigns supreme. Accessible to experienced skiers in good physical condition, this trip is an invitation to discover the Great St. Bernard massif at its finest, between historical trails and endless horizons.

The highlights

  • A small group for a warm atmosphere and optimal safety
  • Great St. Bernard Pass, an alpine gem nestled on the Franco-Swiss and Italian border
  • Routes that can be adapted according to the weather and safety requirements
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Sport

Level

Ski touring

Confirmed

Levels

Ski touring
Beginner
For those who have never done ski touring or off-piste skiing but are comfortable skiing down red or black runs. You will ski for 3 to 4 hours a day. You must be capable of skinning uphill for a minimum of 2 to 3 hours, covering an elevation gain and loss of between 300m and 600m per day.
Intermediate
For those who have already skied off-piste using ski lifts. You will ski for 4 to 6 hours a day. Vertical gain can reach 800 m per day.
Confirmed
For those who occasionally go ski touring and off-piste skiing. You are capable of skiing down almost any terrain and ski for several consecutive days. You will ski for 4 to 6 hours a day, with vertical gains of up to 1,000 m per day.
Advanced
For regular ski tourers. You are capable of skiing down any type of snow on slopes of up to 40°. You frequently ski in powder. You have perfect control over your speed, sideslipping, and both uphill and downhill kick turns. You have prior experience with ski touring or with vertical gains exceeding 1,200m. You are capable of maintaining this level of activity over several consecutive days.
Expert
For regular ski tourers: You are capable of skiing down all types of snow on slopes exceeding 40°. You frequently ski in powder and have perfect control over your speed and sideslipping. You have experience with ski touring involving vertical gains of over 1,400m and have previously completed several consecutive days under these conditions.
For those who occasionally go ski touring and off-piste skiing. You are capable of skiing down almost any terrain and ski for several consecutive days. You will ski for 4 to 6 hours a day, with vertical gains of up to 1,000 m per day.

In figures

Nordic backcountry skiing

  • Average duration/day: 4h30
  • Average daily elevation gain: 700 m

Management

During this stay, a supervisor will be present to guide and assist you.
Band : 1 supervisor for 3 to 6 people
Languages ​​spoken:
🇫🇷
French
Supervisor

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

Day 1
Day 2
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    Bourg Saint-Bernard - Hospice of the Great St. Bernard (2473 m)

    • Activity Nordic backcountry skiing
    • Duration of the activity 3h
    • Positive elevation gain 600 m
    • Accommodation Refuge
    • Breakfast not included
    • Lunch not included
    • Dinner included

    Meet your guide in Bourg Saint-Bernard at 9:00 AM. We'll conduct a thorough equipment check before putting on our skis and heading towards the Hospice du Grand-Saint-Bernard, an iconic site founded nearly a thousand years ago. There, we'll discover unique accommodations that will serve as our base camp for the next three days.

    Depending on the weather conditions and the group's fitness level, we will leave our belongings at the hospice before setting off again, light, for some practical exercises on the use of safety equipment.

    We will also take advantage of this first day to explore this area of ​​the Alps, located between Switzerland and Italy.

    Day 1

Note

The day-by-day itinerary may be modified by the guide depending on the conditions encountered on the ground. The area offers numerous options in terms of elevation gain and slopes. This program has been designed with maximum flexibility, allowing the guide to choose routes based on weather and snow conditions. This approach guarantees optimal safety throughout your mountain adventure.

Accommodation

🏔️ Mountain refuge - Days 1 to 2

Hospice of the Great St. Bernard

Access

Departure
Bourg-Saint-Bernard, Bourg-Saint-Pierre, Suisse
Day 1 : 09h00
End of stay
Bourg-Saint-Bernard, Bourg-Saint-Pierre, Suisse
Day 2 - 17h00

Go to the starting point

Access by train
Take the train toGenève

From Geneva, the easiest way is to take a train and then a bus (line 410) — the journey time is approximately 3h35–3h50

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

You can leave your car in the large parking lot located at the start of the road to the Great St. Bernard Pass. This is the parking lot of a former ski resort (Super Saint Bernard), now closed. Access to the parking lot is possible even when the Great St. Bernard Pass is closed.

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Price details

The price includes

  1. The trip will be supervised by a UIAGM high-mountain guide.
  2. Accommodation at the Hospice of the Great St. Bernard Pass (dormitories and shared toilets)
  3. Half-board at the Hospice
  4. The guide's accommodation and meal expenses
  5. Safety equipment for each participant (avalanche transceiver, shovel and probe)

The price does not include

  1. Personal technical equipment: touring skis, climbing skins, hiking boots, ski poles (rental possible, specify in the booking if you need to rent the equipment)
  2. Transportation to and from the meeting point
  3. Car transfers during the training course (transfers can be arranged depending on the size of the group)
  4. Drinks and lunch are included, so you have the freedom to eat what you want.
  5. Anything not mentioned under "Price includes"

Options

  1. Flex fare and insurance

Practical information

Specific formalities
Equipment
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