Multi-activity snow and New Year's Eve celebrations in Névache
In summary
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Sports
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Duration7 days
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LevelBeginner
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DestinationNévache / Écrins Massif
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AgeFrom 15 - 90 years
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CO₂-Emissions72.66 kg CO2
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Type of stayIn a group
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Languages
French
In a few words
Celebrate New Year's Eve in a magical setting, in the heart of the snow-covered Clarée Valley . This active and friendly getaway invites you to explore the Hautes-Alpes region in a different way , with cross-country skiing , snowshoeing , and, as an option, an introduction to dog sledding . Far from the hustle and bustle of the Alpine resorts, you'll immerse yourself in unspoiled nature , soothed by the murmur of the Clarée River and the crunch of snow beneath your feet. Each activity reveals another facet of winter: the silence of wide-open spaces , the tracks of wild animals, and pristine panoramas bathed in sunlight. The highlight of the day is a festive evening with a special New Year's Eve menu , offering a warm and authentic experience in a mountain atmosphere. An original winter escape, blending discovery , emotion , and conviviality .
The highlights
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Choice of activities
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Special New Year's Eve menu and festive evening
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Dog sledding option for an authentic Nordic adventure
Photos
Sport
Level
Winter multi-activity
The expert's opinion
Each activity will be offered starting from the beginner level. This trip is for anyone who wants to spend a relaxing holiday in the snow and discover snow activities.
Cross-country skiing : At the beginning of the week, the activity will be half-day, and at the end of the week, full-day outings will be offered. Beginners must register at the beginning of the week.
Snowshoeing requires prior experience with hikes of at least four hours. It takes 15 to 30 minutes to adapt to snowshoes. Half-day and full-day outings will alternate.
No prior experience is necessary for dog sledding ; you'll learn alongside the musher. Everyone will participate in an introductory dog sledding session. But don't be fooled into thinking this activity isn't a workout: the session begins with learning how to harness the dogs, and then you'll be driving your own team for 45 minutes.
In figures
Cross-country skiing (skating and classic)
- Average duration/day: 3h30
Snowshoes
- Average duration/day: 4h
Management
French
By state-certified cross-country ski instructors or mountain guides.
Program
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Hotel check-in and reception
- Accommodation 2-star hotel
- Breakfast not included
- Lunch not included
- Dinner included
Arrival at the hotel in the afternoon, check-in, and initial orientation. At the end of the day, a welcome drink is offered, followed by an information session led by the instructors. This informal gathering allows everyone to get to know each other and discover the program of activities planned throughout the week.
Day 1 -
Half-day cross-country skiing
- Activity Cross-country skiing (skating and classic)
- Duration of the activity 3h
- Accommodation 2-star hotel
- Breakfast included
- Lunch included
- Dinner included
Introduction to cross-country skiing over 2 half-days on the Névache Nordic area.
Day 2 -
Activities to choose from
- Activity Snowshoes
- Duration of the activity 3h
- Activity Cross-country skiing (skating and classic)
- Duration of the activity 3h
- Accommodation 2-star hotel
- Breakfast included
- Lunch included
- Dinner included
Cross-country skiing: 2 half-days on the Nordic area of Névache.
Optional activities: 2 half-days of cross-country skiing in the Névache Nordic area or
day trip snowshoeing.
Day 3 -
Activity of your choice
- Activity Snowshoes
- Duration of the activity 3h
- Activity Cross-country skiing (skating and classic)
- Duration of the activity 3h
- Accommodation 2-star hotel
- Breakfast included
- Lunch included
- Dinner included
If you have chosen to continue cross-country skiing, you will spend another 2 half-days on the Nordic area.
If you have opted for the snowshoeing day trip
Day 4 -
day snowshoe hike
- Activity Snowshoes
- Duration of the activity 6h per day
- Activity Cross-country skiing (skating and classic)
- Duration of the activity 5h per day
- Accommodation 2-star hotel
- Breakfast included
- Lunch included
- Dinner included
Day hikes on snowshoes to discover the magnificent site of the Upper Clarée Valley and its summer chalets buried under the snow, the very beautiful cirque of the Col de l'Echelle, or to enjoy the area marked out down to Lower Clarée.
Days 5 to 6 -
end of stay
- Breakfast included
- Lunch not included
- Dinner not included
End of stay after breakfast.
Day 7
Note
Dog sledding (OPTIONAL + €90)
You will be in a group of 6 to 8 people for the half-day and you will take turns driving the sleds. You will have approximately 45 minutes of driving time.
At the beginning of the session, you'll have about 15 minutes of theory about the dogs to familiarize yourself with them, and the musher will give you instructions regarding safety and driving your own team: one or more teams follow the musher's training sled. If there are more of you than there are sleds, you'll take turns driving.
Attention! This activity is optional (+ €90): you can very well register on the Clarée Neige to alternate between snowshoeing and cross-country skiing and not want to drive a dog sled team.
Accommodation
Located in the hamlet of Roubion, at the entrance to Névache, the hotel welcomes hikers, visitors, and vacationers alike, offering a refined mountain style with comfort and light . Close to the cross-country ski trails and just steps from the Clarée River, with its clear, pristine waters, the setting invites contemplative relaxation . In high season, the shuttle bus to the valley is only a 3-minute walk from the hotel. Guests can enjoy the hotel bar, its lounge area with a fireplace, and two outdoor terraces, one facing south and the other east. The hotel also offers a wellness area where you can unwind after a busy day! A drying room for wet or damp shoes and clothing is available on the garden level, with immediate access upon returning from activities. The meals, prepared by our chef using local produce, are carefully prepared and tailored to athletes… our fresh mountain air whets the appetite and encourages you to savor the food!
Access
Rooms must be vacated by 10:00 AM. Snowshoeing or skiing is possible, but without supervision. Picnic lunches are available (supplement of €14 per person), and you can stay until the shuttle departs for the night train.
Go to the starting point
From Paris, you have several options:
Either arriving on the Italian side via the TGV PARIS-OULX
From this station you will need to take a direct bus to Briançon. Tickets must be purchased 48 hours in advance of your trip on the website www.sncf-connect.com
Either Paris / Grenoble + bus Grenoble / Briançon line 55 ZOU, bookable on the website www.autocars-resalp.com
Either arriving directly from Paris/Briançon, by night train or daytime trains
From Marseille or Valence, there are direct TER trains to Briançon.
To travel from Briançon to Névache:
Either by regular shuttle (in season)
Either by taxi or private transport depending on the schedule and the number of people.
When making your reservation, please remember to let us know your arrival time.
Don't hesitate to call us, we'll help you with your application!
You can drive to the hotel, where there is a large parking lot. We'll keep this description brief, given that in this modern age, GPS is standard equipment in our cars and on our phones.
From the south, you go up the Durance valley to reach Briançon.
From the north and west, you can, like cyclists, pass through the Lautaret pass and its spectacular panorama, or choose the comfort (and its price) of passing through Italy, thanks to the Fréjus Tunnel, a road replica of the ambitious railway project of the mid-18th century.
Consider carpooling!
Price details
The price includes
- Full board from dinner on Day 1 to breakfast on Day 7
- The tourist tax
- 5 days of cross-country skiing/snowshoeing instruction
- Loan of ski or snowshoe equipment
- Local transport for activities
- 2 access points to the Wellness Area
The price does not include
- Cancellation, assistance, repatriation and trip interruption insurance
- Round-trip transportation to Névache
- Participation in trail marking
- Drinks and personal expenses
- Massages
- Packages
- The dog sledding option is €90.
Options
- 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 provided on site
Skis, poles, boots and/or snowshoes/poles.
Equipment to bring
A medium-sized backpack for day hikes (that can hold your picnic, warm clothes, water, and possibly your camera)
An airtight container (like Tupperware) for picnic salads, an insulated water bottle (minimum 1.5 liters), and cutlery.
- Indoor shoes
- Après-ski boots or hiking boots are preferable for snowshoeing.
- Personal pharmacy items, eye drops
Mandatory :
- 2 pairs of warm gloves
- Highly protective sunglasses
- 1 roll of Elastoplast 8 cm (Useful for everything: blisters, trauma, etc.)
- Sunscreen and creams for lips and face
Clothing to bring
- A warm and waterproof Gore-Tex type jacket
- Warm, loose-fitting, waterproof trousers
- Warm tights, warm hat
- Gaiters or stoppers (optional)
- Spare socks and clothing
- Swimsuit and bath towel for the Wellness Area.
