How about finally breaking the ice in Val Thorens?
Published on 20/12/2023 - Written by Marie
If you're fascinated by summits, Val Thorens and the esf high mountain guides have the perfect activity for you this winter: an ice climbing baptism.
Supervised by a professional team, discover the essential techniques of this discipline and treat yourself to your first ascent for a memorable holiday!
The call of the summit awaits you this winter!
A natural icefall is guaranteed to give you a thrill. Powerful masses of water that seem to have frozen in place for no other reason than to offer you a unique playground for exploring a new facet of the mountain.
You're sure to get a thrill out of it all!
Whether you're on your own or with friends and family, an esf Val Thorens guide will take you step by step to ensure your first experience is a success. Using the right equipment and positions, your winter holidays will take on a whole new dimension, making for unforgettable memories of your introduction to mountaineering.
Whether you're on your own or with friends and family, an esf Val Thorens guide will take you step by step to ensure your first experience is a success. Using the right equipment and positions, your winter holidays will take on a whole new dimension, making for unforgettable memories of your introduction to mountaineering.
This winter, try your hand at mountaineering!What are the conditions for an ice climbing experience?
There is no minimum age for ice climbing, but a minimum shoe size is required. You'll need to wear at least a size 36 to be able to take part in this activity.
Ice axes, helmets and harnesses - the essential technical equipment will be provided by your guide at the start of the session. He will explain how to use them, as well as the basic safety rules to be observed on a frozen route.
It's also important not to neglect your clothing. For 4 hours, you'll be in contact with ice climbing, in an open environment subject to wind and cold.
It's also important not to neglect your clothing. For 4 hours, you'll be in contact with ice climbing, in an open environment subject to wind and cold.
To make sure you're comfortable on the wall, you'll need a ski jacket and trousers, a hat, gloves or mittens and warm clothing.
A unique stay with esf Val Thorens experiences plus
Would you like to put together an exceptional holiday for your winter break and surprise your friends and family with some unusual activities away from the slopes? Don't delay in discovering the extra experiences on offer from esf Val Thorens instructors and guides!
Once you've completed your first ice climbing experience, you can extend the pleasure and thrills to suit your mood.
Ice-karting, snake-gliding with the kids, off-piste skiing, ice driving with Alpine or even paragliding over the snow-covered mountains, the 3 Vallées ski area offers you a limitless playground for sharing unforgettable moments with your loved ones and (re)discovering the mountains in the most beautiful way.
Ice-karting, snake-gliding with the kids, off-piste skiing, ice driving with Alpine or even paragliding over the snow-covered mountains, the 3 Vallées ski area offers you a limitless playground for sharing unforgettable moments with your loved ones and (re)discovering the mountains in the most beautiful way.
Ice Karting, driving an Alpine... The choice is yours!