Ski touring

Ski touring is a particular discipline. It is physically demanding and gives more than the fleeting thrills of downhill skiing. During the climb you experience a feeling of communion with the mountains as the silence and a sense of calm take over. Starting at 5am might not suit everyone, but the atmosphere of a night start is absolutely worth the trouble. Watching the sun as it rises over the snowscape is an unforgettable experience.

At the end of the day’s excursion you will feel a great sense of achievement, and for the following few days you won’t be able to stop yourself glancing towards your summit…

If you would like to experience the mountains from this angle, do not hesitate to contact me.

Ski touring can involve a 2000m ascent taking four or five hours followed by a long descent far from the busy slopes - and even away from the busy off-piste routes, as off-piste nowadays is much more accessible.

On the other hand, ski touring can involve a half hour climb on sealskins to get away from the classic off-piste trails. This doesn’t require such extreme physical endurance, just a good level of fitness.

In brief, anything is possible as I will adapt the itinerary to a person’s abilities, as well as to the weather and snow conditions.