Discovery Snowshoe Walk
A relaxed first outing: learn the basics, take plenty of breaks, and enjoy a magical forest walk.
✅ Best if you’ve never tried snowshoeing.
❄️ Montgenèvre · Snowshoeing · Guided Walks · Scenic Hikes
Guided Snowshoeing in Montgenèvre
Perfect for beginners, families, and curious explorers: snowshoes included, small groups, and beautiful routes between France and Italy. The easiest way to discover the mountains away from the ski slopes.
Snowshoes included
Small groups
Morning · Afternoon · Full day
France · Italy · Clarée
Meeting point: ESI office on the snowfront (village centre), inside Espace Prarial.
Snowshoe Montgenèvre: quiet forests to big panoramic ridges.
Snowshoe Tours & Prices
Pick your adventure: morning, afternoon or full day. Every tour is guided with accessible, beautiful routes.
Panorama “Les Douaniers”
From the Chalmettes gondola top station, head to the Gondrans ridge: wide-open views and a “borderlands” vibe. Enjoy an outstanding panorama and a few geology secrets along the way.
⚠️ Extra cost: pedestrian gondola ticket.
Rocher de Diseur
A spectacular viewpoint above Montgenèvre. Facing the Briançon forts (UNESCO), take in the Clarée Valley and the jagged Alpine skyline. Accessible with no major difficulty.
⚠️ Extra cost: pedestrian gondola ticket.
Cervières “Lost Village”
Head to Cervières, an authentic mountain village. Explore a high-altitude sanctuary where snow shapes rooftops and wildlife leaves quiet tracks. A genuine immersion: wild nature and timeless architecture.
The Postman’s Path
Follow a legendary balcony trail hanging between sky and mountains. With every step, enjoy jaw-dropping views over the Clarée and Durance valleys — proper escapism.
Clarée Valley: Wild & Beautiful
You may have seen it on TV — it’s even better in real life. 🌟 Discover the upper Clarée Valley, a wild gem where every turn reveals a sparkling landscape.
Vallon & Baïsses Shepherd Hut
A surprising snowshoe walk between France and Italy, in the Rio Secco valley. With Mont Chaberton ahead, look for alpine wildlife tracks — ermine, hare, even golden eagle.
Kids Special — “Let’s Play Trappers”
A brilliant family adventure. 🏕️ Track animal footprints, build mini igloos, then share a campfire with toasted marshmallows. 🔥 Smiles and memories guaranteed.
Between the Doire & the Durance
A gentle downhill walk in a preserved mountain setting. Follow the Doire — the Durance’s little sister — and enjoy pure calm, wildlife tracks, and winter silence.
⚠️ Extra cost: pedestrian gondola ticket.
Reviews & Rating
Practical Info
Meeting point
ESI office, snowfront (village centre), inside Espace Prarial.
What to bring
Warm layers, gloves, beanie, sunglasses, a small backpack + water.
Footwear
Winter boots (after-ski) or hiking boots.
FAQ
I’ve never snowshoed before — is it accessible?
Yes. Start with the Discovery Snowshoe Walk: an easy pace, simple technique, and regular breaks.
Can children join?
Yes — the Kids Special tour is designed for them (games, tracks, mini igloos).
Do I need a pedestrian lift pass?
Some tours require it — look for the note: pedestrian gondola ticket is an extra cost.
Unique Evenings
Two ways to experience the mountains differently: a forest yurt night or an Italian mountain hut dinner.