Queyras ski touring - View of the Viso
Queyras is one of the wildest, most unspoiled, and sunniest mountain ranges in the French Alps. It’s the perfect setting for an authentic and exotic ski touring holiday. With the help of our ski skins, we’ll explore every nook and cranny of this exceptional mountain range.
What is the starting point for the Queyras ski touring trip?
Le Gîte l’Edelweiss dans le village d’Abriès, niché au fond de la vallée du Guil, est notre camp de base. Chaque jour, nous partons explorer de nouveaux itinéraires, selon les conditions et l’inspiration du jour. Un minibus 9 places est à disposition pour les déplacements durant tout le séjour.
À qui s’adresse ce séjour découverte du Queyras en ski ?
Ce séjour s’adresse aux skieurs ayant déjà une petite expérience en ski de randonnée et une bonne forme physique. L’objectif : découvrir le Queyras en ski de randonnée par des itinéraires variés, dans une ambiance conviviale.
What is the starting point for the Queyras ski touring trip?
The Gîte l’Edelweiss in the village of Abriès, nestled deep in the Guil Valley, is our base camp. Every day, we set out to explore new routes, depending on the conditions and the inspiration of the day. A 9-seater minibus is available for travel throughout the stay.
Who is this Queyras ski discovery trip for?
This trip is aimed at skiers with some ski touring experience and a good level of fitness. The goal: to discover the Queyras region by ski touring along varied routes in a friendly atmosphere.
Everything you need to know before booking
price: €870 / person (supervision + full-board accommodation)
Queyras Regional Natural Park, Hautes-Alpes
Experienced skiers - Physical level: 2/3 - Technical level: 2/3
A balanced pace, between 900 and 1,500 m of elevation gain, to combine effort, the pleasure of skiing and recovery time
Full-board accommodation in Abriès at the Edelweiss gîte: comfort, friendliness and mountain meals
Loan of mountain backpack and first aid kit (avalanche transceiver, shovel, probe)
simplified logistics: transport provided by 9-seater minibus, for a stress-free departure and a stress-free stay
Typical Queyras Ski Touring Stay Program
Queyras ski touring: wild, luminous, unforgettable. 5 days of skiing in the heart of the massif.
Reception and check-in:
- Arrival at the L’Edelweiss gîte in Abriès from 4:30 p.m..
- Free evening at the gîte, dinner included, overnight stay in a shared room.
Days 1 to 5: Ski touring in the Queyras massif
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Day trips in iconic Queyras valleys: Agnel Valley, Valpreveyre, Arvieux, and Soulier.
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Climbing techniques (conversion, rhythm, choice of route)
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Off-piste techniques
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Workforce management and terrain reading
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Educational workshops integrated into the days:
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Map reading, compass use, and GPS orientation
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BERA analysis, snowpack reading
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DVA search and rescue exercises avalanche
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Daily briefings and debriefings, in a friendly atmosphere, with personalized feedback and group discussions.
Life at the lodge:
- Every evening, return to the L’edelweiss lodge for a hot shower, a shared home-cooked meal, and a pleasant time of sharing.
- A simple, warm atmosphere, ideal for relaxing and enjoying the group.
The outings are adapted each day based on snow and weather conditions, the group, and the learning objectives.
The goal: to progress at your own pace in a safe environment, while fully enjoying the beauty of the Queyras massif.
The group dispersed early Friday afternoon, after a wonderful week spent together, with our legs stretched… and the desire to return already strong.
Equipment to bring for skiing in Queyras
To fully enjoy your ski touring stay in Queyras, it’s essential to have the right equipment. Here’s the complete list of necessary equipment and what you need to bring.
Equipment provided if you are not equipped:
- Pack secours : DVA (Détecteur de Victime d’Avalanche), pelle et sonde
- Sac à dos adapté à l’activité (30/35l)
Personal equipment to provide:
- Touring skis with insert bindings (Low Tech type)
- Climbing skins in good condition (glue and hair still effective)
- Snow knives adapted to your bindings
- Releasable ski touring boots (with uphill/downhill mode)
- Ski poles with large baskets (≈ 8 cm)
- Minimum 1.5L of water per person
- Picnic + food (dried fruit, bars, fruit jellies, etc.)
- Emergency pack: Avalanche Transceiver (AVD), shovel, and probe
- Backpack suitable for the activity (30/35L)
Appropriate clothing
- Breathable ski pants with vents
- Waterproof Gore-Tex jacket (essential)
- Micro-down jacket or warm fleece
- Technical base layer (avoid cotton)
- Buff, neck warmer
- Thin gloves + warm gloves or mittens
- Sunglasses (Cat. 3 or 4) and/or bad-weather ski goggles
- Thin hat, headband, or cap + warm hat
- Ski helmet recommended but optional (at your convenience)
Little essentials:
- High-factor sunscreen (SPF 30 minimum)
- Second-skin blister plasters (Compeed or equivalent)
Consider cancellation insurance:
It is strongly recommended that you take out cancellation insurance before booking.
This will cover you in the event of an unforeseen event (injury, professional impediment, family unforeseen event, etc.) resulting in the cancellation of your participation. Without this, the costs incurred for the stay will be reimbursed according to the scale of the T&Cs.
An option for “Impact Évasion” cancellation insurance will be offered to you at the time of your reservation.
Mandatory personal insurance:
Each participant must have:
- Individual liability insurance
- Insurance covering rescue and repatriation costs
It is your responsibility to check that your insurance policy covers this type of mountain activity.
An option for “Impact Multisports” rescue and repatriation insurance will be offered to you at the time of your reservation.
My equipment advice:
Conditions vary quickly in the mountains: plan for modular clothing. The 3-layer system is ideal (1st technical layer + thermal layer + windproof layer). A 4th emergency layer can be useful (e.g., sleeveless down jacket). Avoid sweating in clothes that are too warm: humidity prevents you from warming up even with a heavy down jacket.
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- Ski hors-piste et freerando en station
- Ski de randonnée à la journée
- Séjours et raids à ski
- Découverte du Queyras en ski de rando
- Voyage à l'étranger
- Séjours et raids à ski
- Raid à ski Clarée
