Snowshoes
Discover the region accompanied by our mountain guides.
Do you want to discover the region from a whole new perspective?
Through a hike, let yourself be guided by our professional guides and discover the region and its specificities. Several themed hikes are proposed to you such as the discovery of animal tracks, the use of avalanche search devices or the sharing of a fondue in the nature.
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Shadia propose to you:
Wednesday mornings from 8:30 to 11:30:
- 22.1.2020 : “Relaxing in the mountains “: Thematic excursion based on well-being, through various activities that will take place during the snowshoe hike. Max 8 people.
- 29.1.2020 : “Initiation avalanche safety “: The mountain is a real paradise, but it is unpredictable…what should I pay attention to on my snowshoe outings. The importance of having the right equipment with you and knowing how to use it. Max 6 people / Additional equipment needed: DVA, shovel, probe.
- 12.2.2020 : “On the tracks of the animals”: Didactic walk to discover the tracks of the wild animals of our forests and mountains, to know their way of life and their environment. Max 8 persons.
- 04.03.2020 : “Relaxing in the mountains “: Thematic excursion based on well-being, through various activities that will take place during the snowshoe hike. Max 8 people.
- 11.03.2020 : “On the tracks of the animals”: Didactic walk to discover the tracks of the wild animals of our forests and mountains, to know their way of life and their environment. Max 8 persons.
- 18.3.2020 : “Relaxing in the mountains “: Thematic excursion based on well-being, through various activities that will take place during the snowshoe hike. Max 8 people.
Excursions are organized from 2 persons registered.
WEDNESDAY MORNING SNOWSHOEING RATES | |||
Excursion for 1 person (without equipment) |
60 CHF |
Wednesdays from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.:
“Snowshoe and Fondue Escape”: There is nothing better than enjoying a good fondue in the open air during a hike in the mountains. The fondue caquelon is straight out of the bag and all that’s left to do is to wish you a good appetite! Max 4 people.
Dates :
- 25.3.2020 : from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Excursions are organized from 2 persons registered.
FONDUE & SNOWSHOEING HIKE RATES | |||
Outing for 1 person (with meal, without equipment) |
120 CHF |
Wednesday afternoons:
Do you want to go snowshoeing while your children are at ski lessons? Excursion planned from the Swiss Ski School of Les Paccots, with various themes related to nature, mountains and well-being. Departure and return are at the Verollys office.
Dates :
- 22.1.2020: from 14.45 to 16.15.
- 29.1.2020: from 14.45 to 16.15.
Excursions are organized from 2 persons registered.
RATES SNOWSHOEING OUTING WEDNESDAY AFTERNOON | |||
Excursion for 1 person (without equipment) |
30 CHF |
Bruno propose to you:
One-day hikes in the region of Les Paccots with picnic break at noon. The itinerary is adapted to the participants’ wishes and physical condition.
“Nature walks and animal tracks”: A day hike in the Paccots region with the discovery of the way of life and the tracks of wild animals living in our mountains and forests. Max 8 persons.
Friday:
Dates :
- Friday : 13 & 20 March 2020. 9:30 – 16h30
Excursions are organized from 2 persons registered.
Saturday:
Dates :
- Saturday: 14 & 21 March 2020. 9:30 – 16h30
Excursions are organized from 2 persons registered.
FULL DAY SNOWSHOEING RATES | |||
Excursion for 1 person (without equipment, picnic at the charge of the participants) |
120 CHF |
Group or company excursion
Are you looking for an original idea?
We will organise a hike in our region, with a glass of mulled wine or an aperitif, according to your wishes…
Do you prefer a nocturnal atmosphere? Let yourself be guided on a full moon night or by the glow of headlamps. To finish off this pleasant moment of conviviality, why not get together around a fondue or another typical local dish in one of our restaurants in the region?
For more information, please contact our office (availability and prices).
Equipment & general conditions
List of equipment :
- backpack (max 30L) with the possibility of attaching snowshoes to it.
- snowshoes and telescopic poles.
- high, warm and waterproof mountain boots.
- warm and waterproof clothing (waterproof jacket and trousers).
- gaiters (recommended)
- sunglasses
- gloves
- hat
- neck size
- sunscreen lotion
- flask or thermos flask (~1L)
- picnic
- binoculars (recommended)
- For avalanche equipment initiation outings: DVA / shovel / probe.
- For night outings: headlamp.
General terms and conditions snowshoeing :
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Rates :
Not included in the rates: transport, accommodation, meals, drinks, equipment rental and personal expenses.
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Modification of the program:
Excursions take place in all conditions, except in case of rain. We reserve the right to adapt the program, depending on the weather, terrain conditions, the level of the clients and their physical and health condition, or other factors that may influence the safety of the group.
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Health:
Participants must be in good health and report any health problems or history of health problems at the time of registration. We will then do our best to adapt the itineraries.
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Liability and insurance:
Each participant must be covered by his/her own accident insurance, including mountain rescue. A private liability and legal protection is recommended. The legal base is in Switzerland.
You assume full responsibility for any theft, loss or other material damage, as well as any injury, accident, death or damage to yourself, occurring during your participation.