The day before – Welcome in Saint-Gervais
Meet at 6:30 p.m. at the guides’ office to meet your guide and prepare the equipment.
Day 1 – Col de la Cicle (2,377 m)
Ascent by gondola lift to Les Contamines, then skinning up to the Col de la Cicle. A fine north-facing descent leads down to the Refuge des Prés. In the afternoon, an avalanche transceiver (DVA) training session or an additional outing depending on conditions.
Elevation gain: +500 m / -600 m – 4 to 5 hours.
Day 2 – Monts Jovets (2,468 m)
Descent toward La Balme, then ascent to the lakes and the Monts Jovets. Return to the refuge via different variants depending on slope aspect.
Elevation gain: +700 m / -700 m – 5 to 6 hours.
Day 3 – Tête Nord des Fours (2,756 m)
Ascent via the Col du Bonhomme before reaching the Tête Nord des Fours. Panoramic views over Mont Blanc and the Beaufortain. Descent via the Roman road down to Notre-Dame de la Gorge.
Elevation gain: +950 m / -1,550 m – 6 to 7 hours.
The guides may adjust the program according to the weather, mountain conditions, and the participants’ skill level.
This three-day stay at the Refuge des Prés is a complete immersion in alpine ski touring.
Ideal for building autonomy, it allows you to link several emblematic itineraries of the area: cols, north-facing bowls, and wide panoramic views.
The itinerary moves through snow-covered forests and mountain valleys, facing the Mont-Blanc massif and the peaks of the Beaufortain.
Each day combines gentle ascents, backcountry descents, and the pleasure of being outdoors, in an authentic and friendly mountain atmosphere.
A program that is both varied and adaptable to the group’s level and the weather, perfect for progressing in ski touring while enjoying an unspoiled setting.
Group departures: every Friday from December 26 to April 17.
Private departures: every day from mid-December to the end of April, depending on conditions and refuge availability.
Directly on our website or using the dated and signed registration form, accompanied by a 40% deposit and any optional insurance fees. The balance must be paid 60 days before departure.
Maximum 6 people per guide. Group departures guaranteed from 4 participants. You will be supervised by a mountain guide.
For strong skiers in good physical condition. A first experience in ski touring is required. Solid experience skiing all snow conditions and terrain on the descent (minimum ESF Level 3 required). Feel free to contact us if you are unsure about the required level.
You will be traveling on an unmarked high-mountain route; you must be aware of the hazards associated with this activity (rockfall, avalanches, very low temperatures).
Group package price:
€765 per person (departure guaranteed from 4 participants).
Private package prices:
1 participant: €2,040
2 participants: €1,180 per person
3 participants: €940 per person
4 participants: €780 per person
5 participants: €700 per person
6 participants: €630 per person
The price includes
The price does not include
Repatriation
Having “assistance–repatriation” insurance is mandatory to take part in our trips: it must cover you in high mountains for search and rescue by helicopter. If you do not have “assistance–repatriation” insurance, we can provide one at a rate of €5/day.
Cancellation
We also offer optional “cancellation” insurance at a rate of €12/day. This insurance does not take into account the sporting nature of our trips. It must be purchased at the time of registration to take effect.
As a reminder, cancellation insurance covers you from the moment you register until the start of your trip if something happens and you cannot attend. We apply cancellation fees as specified on our registration form and in our terms of sale. These fees may be reimbursed by the cancellation insurance if your reason for cancelling is covered.
If you pay by credit card, feel free to check the insurance included with it.
As a reminder, in the event of cancellation you must file your claim with the insurer within 5 days of the accident or reason for cancelling, otherwise it will not be valid (then check whether the reason for cancellation is covered).
Insurance fees are non-refundable.
Technical equipment
Technical equipment is available for rent from our partners:
For Saint Gervais : blanc-sport-saintgervais.com/ www.unlimited-saintgervais.com,
For les Contamines : www.intersport-lescontamines.com/
Clothing
Essential accessories
Feel free to contact us if you need advice on physical preparation, gear selection, or organizing your trip.
You will meet the guides the day before departure at the Saint-Gervais Guides Office (43 rue du Mont Blanc, 74170 Saint-Gervais), located inside the tourist office in the village center, at 6:30 p.m. Please let us know if you cannot attend; the briefing can be done by phone.
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