• New Year's in the heart of the Hautes-Alpes: 4 days of snowshoeing in the Clarée Valley
  • New Year's in the heart of the Hautes-Alpes: 4 days of snowshoeing in the Clarée Valley
  • New Year's in the heart of the Hautes-Alpes: 4 days of snowshoeing in the Clarée Valley
  • New Year's in the heart of the Hautes-Alpes: 4 days of snowshoeing in the Clarée Valley
  • New Year's in the heart of the Hautes-Alpes: 4 days of snowshoeing in the Clarée Valley
  • New Year's in the heart of the Hautes-Alpes: 4 days of snowshoeing in the Clarée Valley
  • New Year's in the heart of the Hautes-Alpes: 4 days of snowshoeing in the Clarée Valley
  • New Year's in the heart of the Hautes-Alpes: 4 days of snowshoeing in the Clarée Valley
  • New Year's in the heart of the Hautes-Alpes: 4 days of snowshoeing in the Clarée Valley
Névache / Alps

New Year's in the heart of the Hautes-Alpes: 4 days of snowshoeing in the Clarée Valley

Réf : MGDPFT

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
    Névache / Alps
  • Age
    From 18 - 80 years
  • CO₂-Emissions
    20.33 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

Embark on a 4-day snowshoeing trip in the heart of the Hautes-Alpes . Starting from Névache , this journey along the Clarée valley takes you from refuge to refuge , away from the crowds.

Each day reveals unspoiled nature with striking landscapes: high-altitude valleys , frozen lakes , and peaks approaching 3,000 meters . The experience ideally combines winter adventure and mountain safety , thanks to avalanche transceiver (DVA) training workshops and opportunities to observe local wildlife.

To celebrate the arrival of the new year , conviviality takes center stage. You'll share a festive and delicious New Year's Eve dinner in a warm atmosphere , far from the hustle and bustle of the city. A revitalizing immersion, ideal for breathing in the fresh air and starting January with your feet in the snow.

The highlights

  • A New Year's Eve in a mountain refuge in the heart of the snow-covered Clarée Valley
  • 4 days of snowshoeing among frozen lakes, valleys and peaks of the Hautes-Alpes
  • Avalanche transceiver workshops to learn the right reflexes in the face of avalanche risk
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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.

The expert's opinion

This trip is for you if:

  1. Effort & Elevation Gain: You can link several days of walking in winter conditions, with approximately 500m of positive elevation gain per day at a regular pace.
  2. Altitude & Terrain: You are comfortable with gradual ascents and progression at altitude, between 2,000 m and 2,360 m .
  3. Luggage & Accommodation: You are able to carry your personal backpack during the 4 days of adventure and appreciate the rustic nature of nights in simple shelters.

In figures

Snowshoes

  • Average distance/day: 10 km
  • Average daily elevation gain: 507 m
  • Average daily descent: 413 m

Management

During this stay, a supervisor will be present to guide and assist you.
Band : 1 supervisor for 3 to 8 people
Languages ​​spoken:
French
Virginie

You will be guided by Virginie: a state-certified mid-mountain guide who is passionate about her job.

Program

Day 1
Day 2
Day 3
Day 4
  • map

    Day 1

    • Activity Snowshoes
    • Distance 10 km
    • Positive elevation gain 450 m
    • Accommodation Refuge
    • Breakfast not included
    • Lunch not included
    • Dinner included

    We meet in Névache in the morning to begin our four-day snowshoeing adventure. After introductions and a gear check, we put on our snowshoes and review the use of avalanche transceivers, shovels, and probes. Then we gradually make our way to the refuge, nestled in the heart of the valley. This first day allows us to familiarize ourselves with the winter terrain before practicing avalanche victim search techniques. At the end of the day, we arrive at the refuge to settle in, share a hot meal, and plan the next leg of our journey.

    Day 1

Accommodation

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

Access

Departure
Office de tourisme des Hautes Vallées - Bureau de Névache La Clarée, Ville Haute, Névache, France
Day 1 : 09h45
End of stay
Office de tourisme des Hautes Vallées - Bureau de Névache La Clarée, Ville Haute, Névache, France
Day 4 - 16h00

We'll meet at 9:45 am in Névache.

Go to the starting point

Access by train
Take the train toBriançon

Here are the correspondences to use:

  1. Departure station > Briançon
  2. Briançon > Névache (local bus)
Access by car
Travel to the place of stay with parking available

It is possible to park on site and leave your car there for the entire duration of your stay.

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Price details

The price includes

  1. The stay will be supervised by a qualified AMM guide.
  2. Accommodation in mountain refuges
  3. All meals from dinner on Day 1 to picnic lunch on Day 4
  4. Equipment rental: snowshoes & poles
  5. Rental of the avalanche safety kit (DVA shovel probe)
  6. Our surprise touch for New Year's Eve

The price does not include

  1. Round-trip transportation to the meeting point
  2. Any personal expenses
  3. Day 1 picnic
  4. Anything not listed under "Price includes"

Options

  1. Flex fare and insurance

Practical information

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