{"id":85728,"date":"2025-03-08T08:00:00","date_gmt":"2025-03-08T07:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/petit-montagnard.fr\/?p=85728"},"modified":"2025-03-07T19:55:46","modified_gmt":"2025-03-07T18:55:46","slug":"what-are-the-best-places-to-go-snowshoeing","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/petit-montagnard.fr\/en\/raquettes-a-neige-quels-sont-les-plus-beaux-endroits-pour-se-balader\/","title":{"rendered":"Snowshoeing: the most beautiful places to go"},"content":{"rendered":"

Our mountains offer many magnificent destinations for snowshoeing. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Here is a selection of the best places for unforgettable hikes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Queyras Regional Nature Park (Hautes-Alpes)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Queyras Regional Nature Park offers snowshoeing itineraries through unspoilt mountain villages, surrounded by Alpine peaks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Starting with the Cheese collar<\/strong>. This walk offers panoramic views of the Queyras mountains. It often starts from the hamlet of Molines-en-Queyras.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A snowshoe hike up to the Alpet Mountain<\/strong> offers views of the surrounding peaks. The route starts from the village of Ceillac.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Would you like to enjoy a magnificent frozen lake surrounded by mountains? Then head for the Lac Sainte-Anne<\/strong>departing from the village of Ristolas.<\/p>\n\n\n

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Queyras Valley (Photo DR)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

What about the Col de l'Isoard<\/strong> and Pic de Caramantran<\/strong> ? Climbs that offer breathtaking panoramas of the Queyras. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Despite its funny name, the Cascade de la Pisse<\/strong> is not a walk to be taken lightly. It leads to a beautiful waterfall surrounded by snowy landscapes. The starting point is the village of Ceillac.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Finally, from the village of Saint-V\u00e9ran, the Vallon de l'Eychauda<\/strong> and the Pic de Rochebrune <\/strong>are two snowshoe hikes that are undoubtedly worth a diversion for the beauty of their landscapes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Vanoise National Park (Savoie)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

With its vast expanses of mountains, the Vanoise National Park offers breathtaking scenery and snowshoeing routes to suit all levels.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Starting with the Grande Casse<\/strong>This is the highest point in the park, offering spectacular views of the surrounding Alpine peaks. Snowshoe itineraries generally start in Pralognan-la-Vanoise and reach the foot of the Grande Casse.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Le Vallon du Fruit<\/strong> also offers a beautiful walk through snow-covered forests and unspoilt countryside. Departure is from the village of Termignon.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Le Col de la Vanoise<\/strong> is accessible from the Femma refuge. This walk offers panoramic views of the surrounding peaks. The route can be demanding, but the reward is well worth the effort.<\/p>\n\n\n

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Parc de la Vanoise (Photo DR)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

The hike to the Merlet Lakes<\/strong> is also a popular snowshoeing excursion. The Grande Casse starts from the village of Pralognan-la-Vanoise.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Le Ponturin valley<\/strong> is a peaceful walk through unspoilt mountain scenery. The starting point is the village of Champagny-en-Vanoise.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Le Refuge de la Dent Parrach\u00e9e<\/strong> offers a more alpine snowshoeing experience. It generally starts from the village of Bessans.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Finally, the Plateau de la Leisse<\/strong> offers panoramic views of the Vanoise massif. The route is accessible from the Pont de la Neige in Pralognan-la-Vanoise.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Ecrins National Park (Hautes-Alpes, Is\u00e8re)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

France's largest national park offers snowshoeing trails surrounded by majestic peaks, glaciers and dense forests.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Le Lake Lauvitel<\/strong> offers magnificent views of the frozen lake surrounded by imposing peaks. The route starts from the village of La Danch\u00e8re.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Le Alpe de Villar-d'Ar\u00eane refuge<\/strong> is also not to be missed. A hike to this refuge offers an alpine experience with panoramic views. The hike usually starts from the village of Villar-d'Ar\u00eane.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A walk through the Vallon du Clot <\/strong>offers picturesque landscapes with snow-covered forests and views of the surrounding mountains. You can set off from the village of Le Casset.<\/p>\n\n\n

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Ecrins National Park (Photo DR) <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

If you're dreaming of breathtaking views over the valley and surrounding peaks, the Col de la Ponsonni\u00e8re<\/strong> is for you. Departure is from the village of Pelvoux.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

And what about The Jarjatte valley<\/strong> ? This isolated valley makes a great snowshoeing getaway. Departure is usually from the village of La Jarjatte.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

From the Pr\u00e9 de Madame Carle, the walk towards the Lake Eychauda<\/strong> takes you to a frozen lake surrounded by snow-capped peaks. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Two other itineraries are well worth a visit, right in the heart of the \u00c9crins National Park from the village of La Chapelle-en-Valgaudemar: the Col de la Temple <\/strong>and the Rif de la Planche valley<\/strong>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Mont Blanc Massif (Haute-Savoie)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Mont Blanc<\/a> offers snowshoeing itineraries with spectacular views over the Alps. the highest summit in Europe<\/a>. Places like Chamonix and Les Contamines-Montjoie are very popular.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Starting with the Sea of Ice<\/strong>. A walk from the Aiguille du Midi station to the Mer de Glace<\/a> offers incredible views of this iconic Mont Blanc glacier.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Just like the North balcony<\/strong> the Aiguille du Midi and the Lac Blanc<\/strong>accessible from the Chamonix valley. <\/p>\n\n\n

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Mont Blanc massif (Photo DR)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

The Contamines-Montjoie <\/strong>offers a variety of snowshoeing routes, some of which offer breathtaking views of Mont Blanc. Visit Tour of Mont Joly<\/strong> is also a popular option.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Above Lognan station, the Glacier d'Argenti\u00e8re <\/strong>is also a walk not to be missed, as is the Petit Balcon Nord path<\/strong>. This easy hike generally starts at La Fl\u00e9g\u00e8re and offers panoramic views over the Chamonix valley and the Mont Blanc Massif.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Finally, from Les Houches station, the Col du Tricot<\/strong> and the Merlet Valley<\/strong> offer peaceful snowshoeing experiences. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Mercantour National Park (Alpes-Maritimes, Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Le Mercantour National Park<\/a> offers snowshoeing itineraries in a Mediterranean alpine environment, with a diversity of landscapes, between valleys and peaks. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

La Valley of Wonders<\/strong> is world-famous for its prehistoric rock engravings. This valley offers snowshoeing itineraries with impressive views of the mountains and lakes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Le Col de la Cayolle<\/strong> is one of the most emblematic passes in the Mercantour. A snowshoe hike to this pass offers exceptional panoramic views of the surrounding mountains.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Just like the legendary Lake Allos<\/strong>. Europe's largest natural high-altitude lake is surrounded by imposing mountains. A snowshoe walk will fill your head with memories. <\/p>\n\n\n

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Mercantour National Park (Photo DR)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

La Cime du Diable <\/strong>offers panoramic views of the Mercantour. The hike can be demanding, but rewards the effort with breathtaking scenery.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

La Gordolasque <\/strong>is an unspoilt valley offering snowshoeing itineraries through snow-covered forests and alpine landscapes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Le Bor\u00e9on<\/strong> is renowned for its snow-covered larch forests. Snowshoe itineraries often leave from Le Bor\u00e9on to explore the surrounding area.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Finally, the Madonna of Fenestre<\/strong> and the Mount Mounier<\/strong> offer breathtaking views of the Mercantour. The snowshoe hike to the summit can be demanding, but the view is well worth the effort.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Our mountains offer many magnificent destinations for snowshoeing. Here is a selection of the best places for unforgettable hikes. Queyras Regional Nature Park (Hautes-Alpes) The Queyras Regional Nature Park offers snowshoeing routes through unspoilt mountain villages, surrounded by Alpine peaks. \u00c0<\/p>","protected":false},"author":7,"featured_media":85773,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_monsterinsights_skip_tracking":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_active":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_note":"","_monsterinsights_sitenote_category":0,"footnotes":""},"categories":[239],"tags":[240],"class_list":["post-85728","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","category-balades","tag-balades"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/petit-montagnard.fr\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/85728","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/petit-montagnard.fr\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/petit-montagnard.fr\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/petit-montagnard.fr\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/7"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/petit-montagnard.fr\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=85728"}],"version-history":[{"count":38,"href":"https:\/\/petit-montagnard.fr\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/85728\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":92547,"href":"https:\/\/petit-montagnard.fr\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/85728\/revisions\/92547"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/petit-montagnard.fr\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/85773"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/petit-montagnard.fr\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=85728"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/petit-montagnard.fr\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=85728"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/petit-montagnard.fr\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=85728"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}