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Book your snowshoe outing 

General information : 
- Meeting point in front of the Visitor center 
- Activity subject to a minimum of 5 participants 

Required equipment : 
- hiking boots or waterproof après ski boots
- water and a snack
- warm hat and gloves
- sunglasses
- sun cream

Included in the package :
- Supervision by a snowshoe guide
- Sturdy, lightweight snowshoes and poles provided by ESF 

Program

SUNDAY
2:00pm
Easy level - PASTURE OF MONTAULEVER

An introductory hike to gently acclimatize to altitude, discovering the mountain pastures and Lac des Echauds.
Start your week by discovering the Belleville Valley!

MONDAY
9:15 am
Easy level - MOUTIERE PLATEAU AND HIS PANORAMA (pedestrian pass required)
The Moutière chairlift takes us quickly to the Moutière plateau, which overlooks the Caron valley. The walk continues with a traverse opposite the Val Thorens resort.
  
2:00pm
Easy level - CASCADES (pedestrian pass required)

Cascades chairlift will bring us on a small plateau where the powder snow always stay untouched. Then, you will enjoy walking in the snow and the nice view on the Val Thorens waterfalls during the descent.

TUESDAY
9:15 am
Medium level - SOUTH FACES OF VAL THORENS

A gradual climb up the great south faces, at the crossroads of the last cembro pines and chocards. The reward : a breathtaking view of Val Thorens!

1:40pm (Please note: the shuttle departs at 2pm.)
Intermediate level – Explore the villages of the Belleville Valley along the Doron River
Explore the traditional villages of Les Belleville and discover their rich history. Follow the Doron des Belleville and travel back 150 years through the valley’s history, from age-old traditions to the creation of the resorts of Les Menuires and Val Thorens.

WEDNESDAY
9:15 am
Easy level - THE 2 LAKES & BIATHLON INITIATION
This hike offers a breathtaking view of the resort and the natural lake of Thorens, allowing you to discover the aquatic life at altitude.
We will also introduce you to the sensations of biathlon, to round things off in style.

2:00pm
Medium level - THE BLANCHOT TRAIL

after going through the alpine pasture of Montaulever, we walk up until his summit who gives a nice view on the plateau, the Belleville valley and le vallon du Lou! We will discover lots of animal tracks on this calm side!

THURSDAY
9:15 am
Easy level - THE VALLON DE CARON

Start the week right with this loop through the Vallon de Caron, where we’ll follow the Caron stream and admire the sparkling water blending with pristine snow in this secluded valley of Val Thorens, nestled at the foot of the towering Cime Caron! 

2:00pm
Easy level - THE 2 LAKES & BIATHLON INITIATION

This hike offers a breathtaking view of the resort and the natural lake of Thorens, allowing you to discover the aquatic life at altitude.
We will also introduce you to the sensations of biathlon, to round things off in style.

FRIDAY
9:15 am
Medium level - AT THE BOTTOM OF TETE RONDE

After a gradual climb, a magnificent rocky outcrop awaits us!
Before our eyes, a fascinating mineral landscape typical of Val Thorens.

2:00pm
Medium level - SOUTH FACES OF VAL THORENS
A gradual climb up the great south faces, at the crossroads of the last cembro pines and chocards. The reward : a breathtaking view of Val Thorens!


Program

SUNDAY
2:00pm
Easy level - PASTURE OF MONTAULEVER

An introductory hike to gently acclimatize to altitude, discovering the mountain pastures and Lac des Echauds.
Start your week by discovering the Belleville Valley!

MONDAY
9:15 am
Easy level - MOUTIERE PLATEAU AND HIS PANORAMA (pedestrian pass required)

The Moutière chairlift takes us quickly to the Moutière plateau, which overlooks the Caron valley. The walk continues with a traverse opposite the Val Thorens resort.

2:00pm
Easy level - CASCADES (pedestrian pass required)

Cascades chairlift will bring us on a small plateau where the powder snow always stay untouched. Then, you will enjoy walking in the snow and the nice view on the Val Thorens waterfalls during the descent.

TUESDAY
9:15 am
Medium level - SOUTH FACES OF VAL THORENS

A gradual climb up the great south faces, at the crossroads of the last cembro pines and chocards. The reward : a breathtaking view of Val Thorens!

1:40pm (Please note: the shuttle departs at 2pm.)
Intermediate level – Explore the villages of the Belleville Valley along the Doron River
Explore the traditional villages of Les Belleville and discover their rich history. Follow the Doron des Belleville and travel back 150 years through the valley’s history, from age-old traditions to the creation of the resorts of Les Menuires and Val Thoren

WEDNESDAY
9:15 am
Easy level - THE 2 LAKES & BIATHLON INITIATION

This hike offers a breathtaking view of the resort and the natural lake of Thorens, allowing you to discover the aquatic life at altitude.
We will also introduce you to the sensations of biathlon, to round things off in style.

2:00pm
Medium level - THE BLANCHOT TRAIL

after going through the alpine pasture of Montaulever, we walk up until his summit who gives a nice view on the plateau, the Belleville valley and le vallon du Lou! We will discover lots of animal tracks on this calm side!

THURSDAY
9:15 am
Easy level - THE VALLON DE CARON

Start the week right with this loop through the Vallon de Caron, where we’ll follow the Caron stream and admire the sparkling water blending with pristine snow in this secluded valley of Val Thorens, nestled at the foot of the towering Cime Caron!

2:00pm
Easy level - THE 2 LAKES & BIATHLON INITIATION

This hike offers a breathtaking view of the resort and the natural lake of Thorens, allowing you to discover the aquatic life at altitude.
We will also introduce you to the sensations of biathlon, to round things off in style.
An introductory hike to gently acclimatize to altitude, discovering the mountain pastures and Lac des Echauds.
Start your week by discovering the Belleville Valley!

FRIDAY ESCAPE (FULL DAY SESSION)*
8:40 am –
Please note that the departure time has been changed. The outing now starts at 8:40 am instead of 9:15 am.*

Medium level – LAC DU LOU, A JEWEL OF THE BELLEVILLE VALLEY

A must-do hike in the Belleville Valley, the unspoilt Lou Valley is a favourite with snowshoers and off-piste skiers alike. After making our way up this beautiful natural valley, the magnificent Lac du Lou will reveal itself before us!

With its distinctly Lapland-like atmosphere, we’ll take a moment to slow down and admire the largest natural lake in the Three Valleys.


*Additional cost with the weekly package: 50€
Single-day rate: 70€

Picnic or meal at a mountain refuge is at the participant’s expense and will be arranged with the group and the instructor depending on the weather conditions. 

In case of poor weather, the outing will take place along the Montagnettes Trail : 
Follow the Montagnettes des Belleville trail, above the village of Saint-Martin, passing through the hamlet of La Loy and into a magnificent spruce forest!
Lunch at a mountain chalet or picnic above the tree line. 
Program

SUNDAY
2:00pm
Easy level - PASTURE OF MONTAULEVER

An introductory hike to gently acclimatize to altitude, discovering the mountain pastures and Lac des Echauds.
Start your week by discovering the Belleville Valley!

MONDAY
2:00pm
Easy level - CASCADES (pedestrian pass required)

Cascades chairlift will bring us on a small plateau where the powder snow always stay untouched. Then, you will enjoy walking in the snow and the nice view on the Val Thorens waterfalls during the descent.

TUESDAY
1:40pm 
(Please note: the shuttle departs at 2pm.)
Intermediate level – Explore the villages of the Belleville Valley along the Doron River
Explore the traditional villages of Les Belleville and discover their rich history. Follow the Doron des Belleville and travel back 150 years through the valley’s history, from age-old traditions to the creation of the resorts of Les Menuires and Val Thoren

WEDNESDAY
2:00pm
Medium level - THE BLANCHOT TRAIL

after going through the alpine pasture of Montaulever, we walk up until his summit who gives a nice view on the plateau, the Belleville valley and le vallon du Lou! We will discover lots of animal tracks on this calm side!

THURSDAY
2:00pm
Easy level - THE 2 LAKES & BIATHLON INITIATION

This hike offers a breathtaking view of the resort and the natural lake of Thorens, allowing you to discover the aquatic life at altitude.
We will also introduce you to the sensations of biathlon, to round things off in style.

FRIDAY 
2:00pm
Medium level - SOUTH FACES OF VAL THORENS

A gradual climb up the great south faces, at the crossroads of the last cembro pines and chocards. The reward : a breathtaking view of Val Thorens!

Our snowshoe outings start on December 13th! 

Discover our activities
sunday afternoon
snowshoeing initiation
14:00 to 17:00
Important
afternoon from monday
4 OR 5 half day week-long pass
14:00 to 17:00
Important
morning or afternoon from monday
4 OR 5 half day week-long pass
09:15-12:15 or 14:00 to 17:00
Important
morning or afternoon from monday to thursday 
4 half day - weekly pass
09:15-12:15 or 14:00 to 17:00
Option Full-day on Friday from 08:40 to 16:00
Important
morning or afternoon from monday to THURSDAY
4 half day - weekly pass + Full Day on Friday
09:15-12:15 or 14:00 to 17:00 + 08:40-16:00 on Friday
Important
afternoon from monday to thursday 
4 half day - weekly pass
09:15-12:15 or 14:00 to 17:00
Option Full-day on Friday from 08:40 to 16:00
Important
afternoon from monday to THURSDAY
4 half day - weekly pass + Full Day on Friday
09:15-12:15 or 14:00 to 17:00 + 08:40-16:00 on Friday
Important
EXPLORE
friday escape - lac du lou 

Available for on-site booking only 
08:40-16:00
Important
EVENING
SNOWSHOEING AND APERITIF
17:00 to 19:45 
Important
EVENING
SNOWSHOEING AND APERITIF 
17:30 to 20:15 
Important
quote
from a snowshoe instructor
AD
Aurélien
ESF Val Thorens ski instructor
"Snowshoeing provides the pleasure of hiking in powdery snow that is unique to this altitude, and taking a deep breath of fresh air in an exceptional setting. You'll discover the magic of the mountains.
Once again, this year, we've had you in mind when organising afternoon walks and now mornings too."