• Nordic experience in the Pilat mountains on snowshoes
  • Nordic experience in the Pilat mountains on snowshoes
  • Nordic experience in the Pilat mountains on snowshoes
  • Nordic experience in the Pilat mountains on snowshoes
  • Nordic experience in the Pilat mountains on snowshoes
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Nordic experience in the Pilat mountains on snowshoes

Réf : KADTUL

In summary

  • Sports
    Snowshoeing
  • Duration
    2 days
  • Level
    Beginner

    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
    Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes / Loire
  • Age
    From 14 - 90 years
  • CO₂-Emissions
    17.11 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
A minimum of 2 people (including at least 1 adult) are required to book this stay.
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In a few words

Opt for an unusual Nordic evening and spend a warm and convivial winter night in the heart of the Pilat massif ! Accompanied by a state-certified guide , set off on a semi-nocturnal snowshoe hike to discover the snow-covered peaks of the Pilat, with mulled wine and a mountain meal at the end in a high-altitude inn!

You will then spend the night in a gîte located at the foot of the hiking and cross-country ski trails, before setting off again the next day to discover the riches of the iconic Crêts site and its breathtaking panoramas of the Alps.

The highlights

  • Semi-nocturnal snowshoe hike led by a Mountain Guide
  • Mulled wine and a mountain meal in a high-altitude inn
  • Discover the iconic Crêts du Pilat site on Sunday
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Sport

Level

Snowshoeing

Beginner

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 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.

In figures

Snowshoes

  • Average duration/day: 2h30
  • Average distance/day: 6 km
  • Average daily elevation gain: 150 m
  • Maximum altitude: 1370 m

Management

During this stay, a supervisor will be present to guide and assist you.
Band : 1 supervisor for 10 to 15 people
Languages ​​spoken:
🇫🇷
French
Supervisor

Supervision provided by state-certified Mountain Guides.

Program

Day 1
Day 2

  • Nordic evening

    • Transportation Car - 00h15 - 14km
    • Activity Snowshoes
    • Duration of the activity 3h
    • Distance 6 km
    • Positive elevation gain 150 m
    • Maximum altitude 1200 m
    • Accommodation Cottage
    • Breakfast not included
    • Lunch not included
    • Dinner included

    Meet at Croix de Chaubouret from 4pm, check into your accommodation.


    5:00 PM: Meet at the Auberge de la Jasserie parking lot, welcome of participants and presentation of the evening.

    Departure for a semi-night hike on snowshoes ( or on foot if insufficient snow ) led by a Mountain Guide, to discover the snowy peaks and signs of the fauna.

    Mountain meal (mulled wine, welcome salad or soup, main course, dessert).


    Return to your accommodation around 10:30 pm.

    Day 1

Accommodation

🏠 Holiday rental - Day 1
  • 🏠 Holiday rental - Day 1
  • 🏠 Holiday rental - Day 1
  • 🏠 Holiday rental - Day 1
  • 🏠 Holiday rental - Day 1
  • 🏠 Holiday rental - Day 1
🏠 Holiday rental - Day 1

Furnished cottage of 40 m2 that can accommodate 2 to 6 people, located at the foot of the hiking and cross-country ski trails.


Access

Departure
Croix de Chaubouret, Graix, France
Day 1 : 16h00
End of stay
Crêt de l'Oeillon, Véranne, France
Day 2
Accessible only with your own vehicle (no public transport available). Please note: as this is a mountainous area, a vehicle equipped with snow tires, chains, or snow socks is mandatory.

Go to the starting point

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

Price details

The price includes

  1. Supervision of the night walk by a guide
  2. The mountain meal
  3. Overnight stay in a private cottage
  4. Breakfast
  5. Hiking to discover the Crêts du Pilat on Sunday
  6. The tourist tax

The price does not include

  1. Transportation
  2. Equipment rental for the Nordic evening: €5 per person
  3. Lunches
  4. Personal expenses
  5. Insurance
  6. Visits/activities not included in the program

Options

  1. Flex fare and insurance

Practical information

Specific formalities
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Spécialiste du massif, notre partenaire local s’appuie sur une équipe de passionnés qui connaît le Pilat sur le bout des doigts. Ses conseillers et ses accompagnateurs en montagne ont à cœur de partager leurs meilleurs conseils pour faire découvrir ce territoire unique, réputé pour la diversité de ses paysages. Ils proposent de vivre des activités de pleine nature authentiques, à pratiquer en toute saison au plus proche de la biodiversité locale.
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