Geffriand Valley

≈ 2 hours
Max. 6 people
Difficulty 1/5
Elevation gain: 100m
A gentle ski touring outing with breathtaking scenery

Your programme

The day before

  • Contact your instructor to introduce yourselves and prepare for the outing together.
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Morning

  • Meet at 9.15 am at the agreed location
  • As safety is our top priority, we’ll have a quick briefing before we set off to go over your route: snow conditions, weather, etc.
  • Your safety equipment will be handed out by your instructor
  • Set off on the hike
  • Ascent using climbing skins
  • For the descent, there are several options depending on your ability and fitness level:
- towards the Col de la Fenêtre
- towards the Combe de l’Ours
  • All these descents are suitable for skiers who are already confident on the slopes
  • Return to the starting point
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Important
The itinerary is subject to weather and snow conditions. Should the route need to be adapted or the outing cancelled, you will be informed the day before.

Your equipment

Provided by esf Méribel

  • Emergency kit (bag, shovel, avalanche transceiver, probe) provided by esf Méribel
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Please bring

  • Recommended hiking kit
  • warm clothing, hats, gloves
  • sun cream
  • sunglasses
  • water, cereal bars
  • an airbag rucksack if you have one
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Highlights
  • Easy walk
  • Stunning scenery
  • Out in the great outdoors

They experienced the adventure

An easy route
My wife and I often go for a walk in this area, as we love the beauty and tranquillity of the place.
Stéphane
Instructor