The vast expanses of snow in the French Alps make you melt and you recharge your batteries in contact with nature and the elements? So, this winter, everyone at your snowshoes ! They are the best ally for lovers of wide open spaces and fresh air who want to conquer the mountains off the beaten track.
Snowshoes: how do they work?
The operation of snowshoes is basic and ancestral: by increasing the bearing surface on the ground, they make it possible to avoid sinking into fresh snow and to be able to progress easily, even in fields of fine powder. And the wider the screen, the greater the lift.
Its practice does not require any prerequisites, apart from knowing how to walk. Children, grandparents, novices or athletes, everyone can indulge in it provided they respect their own pace, are well equipped and do not venture just anywhere (the risk of an avalanche is never to be neglected in the mountains…)! It is therefore preferable to leave with a guide who will advise you on the right behavior to follow and the route to take.
Snowshoes: how to equip yourself?
In order to be comfortable and optimize the practice conditions of snowshoes, it is important to equip yourself correctly. We will choose a pair of light, well-fitting, warm and waterproof shoes. Winter hiking shoes are ideal. Be careful not to tighten the snowshoe straps too much around the ankle, which could hinder good blood circulation and cause a feeling of cold and discomfort.
We will also remember to bring a pair of sticks, precious allies to facilitate its progress by distributing the weight of the body between the lower and upper limbs. Ideally, we will opt for a pair of telescopic poles, that is to say adjustable in length, which allow their height to be varied according to the situation: short on the ascent, long on the descent.
Snowshoes: where to practice it?
An independent sport that does not require ski lifts, there is no need to wait until you have reached the resorts to put on your shoes and go for a walk. Whether in the plains, in the forest, on small trails or large expanses of the Alps, the snowshoeing can be practiced anywhere as long as there is snow, although it is not essential on hard snow in which you do not sink. Hikers have understood this well and it allows them to continue practicing a sport that is similar to walking throughout the winter.
You can therefore set off to discover little hidden corners of Savoie, without necessarily having to follow a path. It's a good way to get in touch with nature, to explore places where you couldn't venture without anything on your feet, at the risk of getting stuck!
This can be a nice idea for example for a picnic in the middle of nature on a beautiful sunny day, where an owl goes out to walk his dog even under big snowflakes. Surely he will be delighted!
The sinkholes of La Plagne, the snowshoe spot par excellence
Sinkholes are circular rock depressions resulting from soil erosion. The cavities are shallow and soft to La Plagne in Savoie, in the French Alps. Matched with columns of harder rocks like chimneys, the sinkholes form a magical landscape and are ideal for snowshoeing. A mountain guide can help you discover them in complete safety.
The snowshoe outings in the sinkholes of La Plagne had some nice surprises in store for our customers last winter: a total change of scenery just a stone's throw from the resort, a dazzling view of Mont Blanc, a face to face with a fox, slides on the buttocks … We might as well tell you that young and old alike loved it! Let yourself be tempted by discovering their best winter mountain holiday memories.
The discovery and practice of snowshoes is possible with Pointe de sel. Our all-inclusive and tailor-made holiday formulas give you the possibility of accessing this revitalizing sporting activity during a stay in one of the most beautiful chalets in Savoie.
Pointe de sel organizes your stay in the mountains according to your wishes, with accommodation in a fully privatized top-of-the-range chalet, catering at the chalet and reserved activities. Leave with peace of mind, we take care of everything.
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The advantages of an all-inclusive stay in a luxury chalet
An all-inclusive stay in a luxury chalet in Savoie in the French Alps is an excellent choice for those looking to live a dream vacation experience, combining the discovery of winter sports activities such as snowshoes with exceptional equipment, an ideal location and the flexibility of a tailor-made service.
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