• New Year's Eve on snowshoes at the Montgarri refuge in the Pyrenees
  • New Year's Eve on snowshoes at the Montgarri refuge in the Pyrenees
  • New Year's Eve on snowshoes at the Montgarri refuge in the Pyrenees
  • New Year's Eve on snowshoes at the Montgarri refuge in the Pyrenees
  • New Year's Eve on snowshoes at the Montgarri refuge in the Pyrenees
  • New Year's Eve on snowshoes at the Montgarri refuge in the Pyrenees
Val d'Aran / Pyrenees

New Year's Eve on snowshoes at the Montgarri refuge in the Pyrenees

Réf : EFRAOO

In summary

  • Sports
    Snowshoeing
  • Duration
    4 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
    Val d'Aran / Pyrenees
  • Age
    From the age of 18
  • CO₂-Emissions
    40.51 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

Venture into the heart of the Val d'Aran for an exceptional winter getaway on the Spanish side of the Pyrenees . This 4-day , star-shaped itinerary invites you to explore the unspoiled Montgarri area at the pace of beautiful snowshoe hikes .

Explore wild landscapes , from snow-covered forests and pristine valleys to breathtaking panoramas of the surrounding peaks. Each evening, return to the warm and authentic atmosphere of the Montgarri refuge , your friendly base camp, renowned for its generous cuisine and local specialties .

To celebrate New Year's Eve , share a festive and warm moment in the heart of the Catalan mountains . An exceptional adventure combining unspoiled nature , conviviality, and a complete change of scenery to ring in the new year .

The highlights

  • A star-shaped circuit for greater comfort
  • Discovery of the Montgarri valley, a Pyrenean jewel
  • Different stages every day with superb high mountain scenery
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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 daily elevation gain: 470 m

Management

During this stay, a supervisor will be present to guide and assist you.
Band : 1 supervisor for 4 to 12 people
Languages ​​spoken:
French
Supervisor

The stay will be supervised by a qualified French mountain guide who knows the country, the mountain range and the routes well.

An enthusiastic professional, he will be able to share his knowledge and passion for the natural environment with you, all while ensuring your safety. His dedication to his work compels him to adapt to weather conditions, terrain constraints, and other unforeseen circumstances, managing the pace and physical condition of each participant, all while remaining readily available.

Program

Day 1
Day 2
Day 3
Day 4
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    Montgarri Refuge

    • Transportation Minibus - 02h - 85km
    • Activity Snowshoes
    • Duration of the activity 4h30
    • Positive elevation gain 450 m
    • Accommodation Refuge
    • Breakfast not included
    • Lunch included
    • Dinner included

    Arrival at Saint-Gaudens SNCF train station, then transfer to our refuge located in the secret valley of Montgarri.

    We will take secondary routes to gradually discover this magnificent, unspoiled valley. Our hike will lead us through sparse pine forests, delicately dusted with snow, where we will search for the many tracks left by wildlife.

    Day 1

Accommodation

🏔️ Mountain refuge - Days 1 to 3
  • 🏔️ Mountain refuge - Days 1 to 3
🏔️ Mountain refuge - Days 1 to 3

Accommodation at the Montgarri refuge. This is a very comfortable mountain refuge, with dormitory-style accommodation for 6 to 8 people and hot showers.

You will only need a sleeping bag liner or a light sleeping bag, blankets are provided on site.

Your luggage will be transported to the refuge by snowmobile.

Access

Departure
Gare SNCF de Saint-Gaudens
Day 1 : 09h30
End of stay
Gare SNCF de Saint-Gaudens
Day 4 - 16h00

Your guide will be waiting for you at the Saint-Gaudens SNCF train station at 09:30.

Go to the starting point

Access by train
Take the train toGare SNCF de Saint-Gaudens
Access by car
Travel to the place of stay with parking available

For those wishing to travel to Spain during or after their stay with their vehicle, please note that it is mandatory to have the following in your vehicle:

- 2 warning triangles

- 1 reflective high-visibility vest


To remain true to our commitment to environmental protection, we strive to organize carpooling when the number of participants exceeds the capacity of our minibus. We therefore offer participants the option of using their own vehicles to carpool; naturally, we offer reimbursement of expenses according to tax regulations to those who volunteer.

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Price details

The price includes

  1. The route is led by a qualified mountain guide who knows the area, the mountain range, and the trails well.
  2. Full board from lunch on Day 1 to lunch on Day 4
  3. New Year's Eve dinner with wine, sparkling wine and party favors
  4. Round-trip transfer from Saint-Gaudens SNCF train station
  5. The loan of a pair of TSL snowshoes and poles
  6. Luggage transfer by snowmobile
  7. The tourist tax

The price does not include

  1. Transportation to the meeting point
  2. Drinks and personal expenses
  3. Anything not listed under "Price includes"

Options

  1. 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 to bring

For the shelter

  1. A travel bag for your belongings for the 4 days
  2. A sleeping bag liner or a lightweight sleeping bag
  3. Your spare clothes
  4. A toiletry bag
  5. A headlamp
  6. A pair of lightweight, slipper-style shoes for the evening
  7. For prescription glasses, remember to bring a spare pair.

For hiking

  1. A 30/40 liter backpack with a waist belt
  2. A protective cover for the backpack (often integrated into it)
  3. A pair of waterproof shoes with good ankle support
  4. A waterproof pouch for your documents, phone, etc…
  5. A plastic pocket to protect your belongings inside the backpack
  6. Sunscreen (cream and lip balm)
  7. Category 2, 3 or 4 sunglasses
  8. A water bottle
  9. Cutlery, knife and cup
  10. Small floor mat (for sitting during your lunch break)
  11. Toilet paper with a small pocket (so it doesn't end up in nature)
  12. A lighter
  13. Survival blanket
  14. A spare pair of shoelaces

Clothing to bring

Clothing equipment for hiking

The 3-layer technique helps to keep you warm and dry.

  1. Breathable layer
  2. Insulating layer
  3. Protective layer

To apply this method, you will need

  1. Thermal and breathable long-sleeved T-shirts (not cotton)
  2. Polartec-type fleece jacket or sweatshirt
  3. Waterproof, breathable, and windproof jacket with a hood. (Gore-Tex remains the standard material)
  4. Softshell hiking trousers, warm, breathable and water-repellent, with, if possible, integrated snow gaiters.
  5. Waterproof, lightweight and compressible over-trousers (Gore-Tex type)
  6. Pairs of warm, knee-high socks (Merino wool)
  7. Cap
  8. Warm, waterproof gloves, silk liner gloves (2 pairs if possible)
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