Snowshoeing in the mountains of Val d'Ayas
Highlights
- Take part in a 3-hour snowshoe hike in the alpine setting of Val d'Ayas
- Immerse yourself in the landscapes that served as the backdrop for the film The Eight Mountains
- Explore whitewashed forests and pastures at high altitude with a hiking guide
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Full description
If you have seen The Eight Mountains, you might think that certain places only exist in the movies. Then you arrive in Val d'Ayas and discover that they are right here!
On this 3-hour snowshoe hike you will walk through forests and clearings around Champoluc, moving between 1, 800 and 2, 300 metres along an itinerary within everyone's reach.
One glance will be enough to understand why these mountains have also conquered the silver screen!
What we will do
The meeting point is 30 minutes before 10 a. m. at the meeting point near Champoluc (AO), hamlet of Ayas. The exact location will be communicated by the guide two days before, depending on snow conditions.
We will meet the environmental excursion guide, who will accompany us through the beautiful snow-covered landscapes of Val d'Ayas, which served as the backdrop for the film The Eight Mountains.
The snowshoe hike can take place in the forests of Barmasc, Pracharbon or in the Estoul-Palasinaz area, between 1, 800 and 2, 300 metres above sea level. We will start snowshoeing in the forest, on terrain that alternates between groomed sections and fresh snow. As we proceed, the landscape will open up into wide clearings: here the environment will truly recall the atmospheres of the film, with immense silences and mountains that can be discovered one step at a time, like Monte Rosa in the distance.
During the hike, the guide will share stories of the valley and naturalistic information, adapting the pace to that of the group. The route will be circular, with 200 to 300 metres of altitude difference and a length varying between 2 and 4 km.
We will conclude the hike by returning to the meeting point. The total duration will be 3 hours.
Who it is aimed at
The experience is suitable for ages 8 and up; minors must be accompanied by an adult. From 14 years of age, it is also possible to participate without an accompanying person.
The activity is of an easy level and suitable for a first snowshoeing trip. The route has no exposed sections.
Other information
The experience runs from 1 December to 30 March, subject to a minimum number of 6 participants.
The itinerary may vary depending on snow conditions and the guide's assessment. The exact meeting point will be communicated to you two days before the scheduled date.
Snowshoes, poles and crampons are not included, but can be hired on site at a cost of €5-10. To hire equipment, please contact the guide at the contact details given in your booking confirmation email.
Dogs on a leash are allowed.
In the absence of snow , an outing with crampons will be proposed, subject to the participants' acceptance.
You must have a car to reach the meeting point.
Recommended clothing
- Layered clothing for winter trekking
- Hiking boots (no Moon Boot)
Don't forget to bring
- Backpack with water and thermos
- Changing clothes and shoes
- Heavy and light gloves
- Neckwarmer
- Sunglasses
- Sun cream
- Rainproof and windproof jacket
What is included
How it works
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Send a booking request
We will only pre-authorise the payment
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Receive confirmation within 48 hours
In case of confirmation, you will be charged the cost of the activity
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Live your experience
Enjoy the activity and let us know how it was!
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Buy a gift voucher
Valid for 12 months from the date of issue. You will receive it by email, in pdf format.
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Choose your preferred date
Contact the guide at the contact details on the voucher and arrange a day for the activity.
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Live your experience
Enjoy the activity and let us know how it was!
Meeting point
Ayas, Aosta
Frequently asked questions
What happens in case of bad weather?
If you have made a fixed date reservation and the weather conditions are not suitable for carrying out the activity safely (according to the expert opinion of the guide), you will be refunded the full amount paid. The guide may suggest an alternative date or time for the activity. You are free to choose whether or not to accept these suggestions. If you are unable to reschedule, we will proceed with a full refund! If you have set the date of your Gift Voucher and bad weather has prevented the activity from taking place, the Voucher remains valid until the expiry date indicated on it.
If I cancel the reservation, can I get a full refund?
For this activity, the cancellation policy is very flexible. You get a full refund if you cancel within 48 hours from the activity start. You can find the full policies in the Cancellation Policy section.
What payment methods do you accept?
On Freedome, you can pay with any rechargeable credit card or prepaid card (including Postepay) from Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB networks. We also accept debit cards enabled for online payments. You can also use the digital wallets Apple Pay and Google Pay.
