• Cervières-Claviere: winter snowshoe crossing
  • Cervières-Claviere: winter snowshoe crossing
  • Cervières-Claviere: winter snowshoe crossing
  • Cervières-Claviere: winter snowshoe crossing
  • Cervières-Claviere: winter snowshoe crossing
  • Cervières-Claviere: winter snowshoe crossing
Queyras Massif / Cervières

Cervières-Claviere: winter snowshoe crossing

Réf : IGEASW

In summary

  • Sports
    Snowshoeing
  • Duration
    3 days
  • Level
    Intermediate

    Levels

    Snowshoeing
    Beginner
    For those wishing to walk for 3 to 4 hours with minimal elevation gain (max. 300m) along roads, tracks, or trails, or across rolling terrain. Suitable for everyone.
    Intermediate
    For those who wish to hike for 4 to 5 hours a day, covering an elevation gain of approximately 300 to 500 meters on trails. You hike occasionally and are in good physical condition.
    Confirmed
    For those wishing to hike for approximately 6 hours a day and/or cover an elevation gain of 500 to 800 meters, both on and off-trail. High-altitude sections are possible. You engage in sports activities 1 to 2 times a week, hike regularly, and are in very good physical condition.
    Advanced
    For those wishing to undertake multi-day hikes involving over 6 hours of walking and 1,000 meters of elevation gain, off-trail or on rugged terrain. High-altitude sections are possible. You engage in endurance sports 2 to 3 times a week, hike regularly, and are in excellent physical condition.
    Expert
    For those who want to hike intensely for 7 to 8 hours a day with over 1,000 meters of elevation gain off-trail or on rough terrain. High-altitude sections. You have been practicing high-intensity endurance sports several times a week for several years.
  • Destination
    Queyras Massif / Cervières
  • Age
    From the age of 18
  • CO₂-Emissions
    12.28 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
    🇮🇹
    Italian
    🇫🇷
    French
    🇬🇧
    English

In a few words

A winter adventure in the heart of the Alps, between pristine valleys and snow-covered forests , ideal for nature lovers and those seeking tranquility. On snowshoes, the route guides you through a magical landscape where powdery larches and firs paint a soothing picture. Each step reveals a new panorama: gentle hills , immaculate plateaus , and ridgelines offering breathtaking views of the French and Italian mountain ranges.

As you hike, you'll discover frozen lakes hidden beneath the snow, secluded valleys , and silent clearings , far from the hustle and bustle. The welcoming alpine refuges , accessible at the end of the day, offer a well-deserved rest in a friendly atmosphere.

This trip offers a total immersion in the mountains , in an atmosphere that is both magnificent and intimate, where nature expresses itself in all its winter purity. A hike to fully experience the essence of alpine winter , combining gentle exertion, wonder, and disconnection.

The highlights

  • Exploration on the Franco-Italian border
  • Expert local guide
  • Fantastic retreats with exquisite cuisine
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Sport

Level

Snowshoeing

Intermediate

Levels

Snowshoeing
Beginner
For those wishing to walk for 3 to 4 hours with minimal elevation gain (max. 300m) along roads, tracks, or trails, or across rolling terrain. Suitable for everyone.
Intermediate
For those who wish to hike for 4 to 5 hours a day, covering an elevation gain of approximately 300 to 500 meters on trails. You hike occasionally and are in good physical condition.
Confirmed
For those wishing to hike for approximately 6 hours a day and/or cover an elevation gain of 500 to 800 meters, both on and off-trail. High-altitude sections are possible. You engage in sports activities 1 to 2 times a week, hike regularly, and are in very good physical condition.
Advanced
For those wishing to undertake multi-day hikes involving over 6 hours of walking and 1,000 meters of elevation gain, off-trail or on rugged terrain. High-altitude sections are possible. You engage in endurance sports 2 to 3 times a week, hike regularly, and are in excellent physical condition.
Expert
For those who want to hike intensely for 7 to 8 hours a day with over 1,000 meters of elevation gain off-trail or on rough terrain. High-altitude sections. You have been practicing high-intensity endurance sports several times a week for several years.
For those who wish to hike for 4 to 5 hours a day, covering an elevation gain of approximately 300 to 500 meters on trails. You hike occasionally and are in good physical condition.

In figures

Snowshoes

  • Average duration/day: 4h30
  • Average distance/day: 10 km
  • Average daily elevation gain: 417 m
  • Average daily descent: 334 m

Management

During this stay, a supervisor will be present to guide and assist you.
Band : 1 supervisor for 4 to 8 people
Languages ​​spoken:
🇮🇹
Italian
🇫🇷
French
🇬🇧
English
Supervisor

Program

Day 1
Day 2
Day 3
  • map

    Cervières - Refuge des Fonts de Cervières

    • Activity Snowshoes
    • Duration of the activity 4h
    • Distance 10 km
    • Positive elevation gain 450 m
    • Negative elevation 50 m
    • Accommodation Refuge
    • Breakfast not included
    • Lunch not included
    • Dinner included

    Starting from the village of Cervières, located 10 km from Briançon, begins this magnificent 3-day trek through a winter landscape. The goal of the first day is to cross the enchanting Fonts de Cervières valley to reach the refuge of the same name, situated at the end of the valley. We will spend the night there and prepare for the following day.

    Day 1

Note

The program for the stay is subject to change depending on weather conditions.

Accommodation

During this stay, you will sleep in several different accommodations.

Access

Departure
Cervières, France
Day 1 : 09h00
End of stay
Cervières, France
Day 3 - 17h00

Go to the starting point

Access by train
Take the train toBriançon
Access by car
Travel to the place of stay with parking available
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Price details

The price includes

  1. Expert guide
  2. Half-board at the Refuge des Fonts de Cervières
  3. Packed lunch on the second day
  4. Half board at the Capanna Mautino refuge
  5. Possible shuttle service for the return trip to Cervières

The price does not include

  1. Lunch in a mountain refuge on the third day
  2. Snowshoes and poles can be rented.
  3. Additional consumption in mountain huts

Options

  1. Flex fare and insurance

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