Snowshoeing and wildlife observation in Bessans near Val Cenis

3 hrs
Everybody welcome
From 8 years-old and up
From€30

Let yourself be tempted, this winter, by a snowshoe hike at the edge of the Vanoise National Park, in Savoie, near Val Cenis.

Let yourself be tempted, this winter, by a snowshoe hike at the edge of the Vanoise National Park, in Savoie, near Val Cenis.

Enjoy the feeling of letting go in the middle of nature, in winter, with your guide Thierry.

The snowshoeing itinerary starts at the Parking du Villaron in Bessans, Savoie, near Val Cenis.

You will first put on your snowshoes and set off for a 3-hour walk. Your guide Thierry will take you to the edge of the Vanoise National Park, in order to fully enjoy the surrounding nature.

You will walk on snowshoes in an authentic and natural environment, with the aim of discovering and observing the local fauna such as chamois, ibexes, eagles and other birds... Thierry will be equipped with a telescope and a pair of binoculars, so you will have the opportunity to borrow them to have a better chance to see these animals.

During the breaks, your guide Thierry will be happy to talk to you about nature, the local fauna and their way of life, hiking, his job, or any other subject that fascinates you.

After discovering snowshoeing and the landscapes that surround you, you will leave your snowshoes and your hiking itinerary in Savoie will end.

In addition, Thierry will send you his slide show "365 days in Haute-Maurienne Vanoise" by WeTransfer link, which you can consult to learn more about your passionate guide and his daily life!

So don't hesitate any longer, book your guided snowshoe hike near Val Cenis!

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Practical information

Course of events

- Meeting point at 9:30 am at the Parking du Villaron in Bessans
- Departure for a 3 hour walk
- Itinerary on the edge of the Vanoise National Park
- End of the walk at 12.10 pm

Activity requirements

No physical condition is required for this activity, you just need to be at least 8 years old.

Level of the hike: Easy

Meeting point:
Parking du Villaron, Bessans
Spoken languages:French
Included
  • Accompanist
Do not forget to bring
  • Snowshoes
  • Walking sticks
  • Mountain shoes
  • Bottle of water
  • Sunglasses
  • Warm clothes

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