This winter, try out ski touring with the Échappée Rando in Combloux during a nighttime ascent supervised by professionals.
During this sporting evening supervised by mountain professionals, experience an unforgettable moment in ski touring. Whether you've never stuck sealskins under your soles or whether you're already a fan of the discipline – alone, with family or friends – it doesn't matter! Let yourself be tempted by this most original outing in the heart of the Portes du Mont-Blanc at nightfall.
Exit sequence
After departure briefing To explain how the evening will take place and the instructions to follow, the supervisory team (ESF instructors and ski area ski patrollers) will take you to experience your first sensations in ski touring on the slopes of the Combloux ski area.
The Échappée Rando route:
- starts at the Cry car park in Combloux,
- go up the Roitelets green slope.
- then branches off onto the blue Papa,
- then the participants begin their final ascent towards the top of the Beauregard chairlift.
For those who wish to push the hiking experience a little further, the supervising instructor will be able to demonstrate conversions on the slopes and initiate the applicants.
Once thefun and sporty ascent Once completed, you will finally be able to take off your seal skins to hit the slope! This will then be an opportunity to savor the joys of a well-deserved ski ride by the light of your headlamp, all in an enchanting nighttime setting.
If no prerequisites are required for ski touring, please note that it is nevertheless essential to know how to ski (in alpine skiing) at least on level red track for register for the Echappée Rando. Any use of the snowmobile to go back down due to lack of sufficient skiing skills will cost you €60!
Arriving at your destination, you will enjoy a breathtaking view of the most beautiful snow-capped peaks of the Alps.
To reward efforts of the climb: each participant in the Échappée Rando is invited to taste some traditional Savoy specialties in a warm environment :
- Hot drink (mountain herbal tea) to regain strength
- Platter of cheeses and charcuterie from local farms to eat
Essential equipment
To participate in the Échappée Rando, make sure you have the essential equipment:
- touring skis and poles adapted to your size,
- seal skins suitable for skiing
- insert shoes (specially designed for ski touring)
- warm but breathable clothing for the climb
- dry clothes for the descent
- a headlamp
Practical information for participating in the Echappée Rando
Meeting point for the Echappée rando Combloux
The Gourmet Hiking Escape
Want to discover ski touring in a different way? Then this special edition of the Échappée Rando is made for you! Put on your skis, turn on your headlamp, and set off for a night-time initiation that combines effort and comfort.
Along the way, let yourself be surprised by tasty tasting stands, perfect for taking a well-deserved break and sharing a friendly moment with other participants. A gourmet, sporty and good-humored experience to live under the stars!
Schedules and rates
Rent your equipment to participate in the Echappée Rando
Would you like to take part in our night ski touring event but don’t have your own equipment yet? No problem!
For the Echappée Rando, our partner stores provide you with a complete rental package including skis, skins, poles, shoes and headlamp.
In the center of the village
At the foot of the slopes
Discover the Portes du Mont-Blanc ski area
Want to experience an unforgettable winter vacation in the Alps? Combloux, a family resort village nestled at the foot of Mont-Blanc, is the ideal place for you. The Portes du Mont-Blanc ski resort, easily accessible from Combloux, is ideal for families.
The varied landscapes of the area offer breathtaking views of the most beautiful peaks of the Alps. You can admire the beauty of nature while sliding down slopes of varied profiles.
Furthermore, the Combloux resort offers a wide range of winter activities for all ages and all ski levels.
Between toboggan runs, fun areas, tracks of cross-country skiing et snowshoe trails, you will definitely find what you are looking for this winter in Combloux!
Plan your winter stay in Combloux
How about packing your bags in Combloux for a colorful winter vacation? ? Come and discover our different types of accommodation, from the heart of the village to the foot of the slopes.
