A BRIEF OVERVIEW OF THE TRIP

Expérience/Spot d'exception
With this stay, you will combine 2 mini raids on the Mont-Blanc massif, sensations and convivial moments. An expert in ski touring, you explore the mountain and spend 2 evenings in a refuge for authentic holidays in the heart of the glaciers.
If backcountry skiing, ski touring and using crampons are a formality for you, you are ready for the most beautiful hikes in the Mont-Blanc massif. After a fitness hike, you set off to experience the adventure and splendor of the high mountains. You carry out 2 mini-raids of 2 days and spend the night in a refuge for convivial moments that extend the experience of the summits.
A powerful experience that takes you to the Mont Blanc glaciers! For this course, touring skis, skins and knives are not included. You have the option of taking the ski touring option at the same time as registering for the course. Price €100 for a pair of skis of at least 85 mm in size when skating with insert bindings (Low Tech type).

A BRIEF OVERVIEW OF THE TRIP

Expérience/Spot d'exception
With this stay, you will combine 2 mini raids on the Mont-Blanc massif, sensations and convivial moments. An expert in ski touring, you explore the mountain and spend 2 evenings in a refuge for authentic holidays in the heart of the glaciers.

If backcountry skiing, ski touring and using crampons are a formality for you, you are ready for the most beautiful hikes in the Mont-Blanc massif. After a fitness hike, you set off to experience the adventure and splendor of the high mountains. You carry out 2 mini-raids of 2 days and spend the night in a refuge for convivial moments that extend the experience of the summits. A powerful experience that takes you to the Mont Blanc glaciers! For this course, touring skis, skins and knives are not included. You have the option of taking the ski touring option at the same time as registering for the course. Price €100 for a pair of skis of at least 85 mm in size when skating with insert bindings (Low Tech type).

THE BEST OF THE PRODUCT

  • 1 guide for 6 participants
  • The program for very good ski tourers who want to “leave light”
  • Very beautiful routes in the high mountains
  • Two nights in refuges in the heart of the Mont-Blanc Massif

THE BEST OF THE PRODUCT

  • 1 guide for 6 participants

  • The program for very good ski tourers who want to “leave light”
  • Very beautiful routes in the high mountains
  • Two nights in refuges in the heart of the Mont-Blanc Massif

Back-country skiing

Star-Shaped Route stay

Ages

18 - 55 ans

PHYSIQUE CONDITION
Great sportsman
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LEVEL OF PRATICE
Ski touring - Level 3
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LEVEL OF PORTAGE
Carrying level 2
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Included

  • Local transfers (however, for more flexibility, we ask you to use personal vehicles, in exchange for expenses and insurance for the vehicle and its occupants)
  • The accommodation
  • The meals
  • Supervision for 23 hours in 10 sessions
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  • Some of the technical equipment required for the activity (see list of personal equipment and equipment loaned by the UCPA) from the appointment time of the 1st day on the site until the scheduled departure time of the last day

Not Included

  • Transport
  • Drinks (sometimes including water in shelters) and personal expenses
  • Showers in shelters
  • Bathroom linen
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  • The duvet sheet (mandatory in itinerant programs)
  • Optional insurance as well as any other supplement not provided for in the program (additional refuge or ski lifts not provided for in the program)
  • Ski touring, boots, skins and knives are not included. You have the option of taking the 'ski touring equipment' option at the same time as registering for the course.

On option

  • Accommodation for 2 in a double room
  • Arrived the day before

The program

Day by day

Day of arrival

Reception in the morning from 8:30am.
Breakfast (8:30am to 10:00am), accommodation and provision of equipment.
For the first day, practical at your convenience in autonomy, our teams provide you with all the information you need to get your stay in the snow off the right foot: safety tips, weather information, snow conditions, trail information.

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The advice of the sports village: we suggest that you arrive before 13:00 to enjoy your first day of vacation, and start sliding.

In the evening, during the Welcome Time and over a welcome drink, the UCPA staff gives you all the information concerning UCPA, life in the sports village, the supervised sessions that start the next day: constitution of groups, appointment times, highlights of the week.
For off-road courses and ski tours, quick info on safety.

If you purchased the “arrival the day before” option, we welcome you between 6 p.m. and 8 p.m. If you plan to arrive after 8 pm, please contact the sports village (email argentiere@ucpa.asso.fr or phone) so that we can send you the code for the front door. You will then find an envelope with your name and instructions for finding your room. Dinner is served until 20:30.

During your stay

Monday - Hike on the Aiguilles sector in Chamonix. Verification of achievements, safety exercises.
Height difference between 400 and 500 m
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Night in the sports village of Argentière (or neighboring cottage).

Tuesday - Hike on the Glacier du Géant, sequence and visit the Combe Maudite, ascent to the Col d'Entrêves, descent and ascent to the Col des Flambeaux to finish with the Combe de la Vierge.
Height difference between 400 and 800 m depending on the options chosen
Night at the Requin refuge in the heart of the Vallée Blanche.

Wednesday - Short descent under the refuge followed by the ascent to the Col du Capucin du Tacul or the descent of the Mer de Glace and up by the Pierre à Béranger to the Talèfre glacier to the Couvercle refuge.
Height difference at the ascent of about 800 m
Descent to Chamonix and night in the Argentière sports village (or neighboring cottage).

Thursday - Ascent to the Col des Rachasses by the ski lifts. Descent to the Argentière glacier. Ascent to the Argentière pass.
Height difference between 1000 and 1200 m
Night at the Argentière refuge.

Friday - The 3 passes: ascent to the Chardonnet pass (3300 m), descent to the Saleina glacier, ascent to the Saleina window, crossing the Trient glacier and ascent to the upper Col du Tour. Great descent on the Glacier du Tour to the village of Le Tour.
Height difference at the ascent about 1200 m
Return to Argentière. Night in the Argentière sports village (or neighboring cottage).

The course of this program is indicative.
It may undergo modifications or adjustments, depending on technical or organizational criteria, security requirements or the climatic conditions of the moment. In this case, only those responsible for UCPA supervision are authorized to take the necessary decision (s).
It can also be adapted according to the technical and physical level of the participants, according to the state of fitness of the participants.

Be sure to check the level required for the internship. If you do not have the required level, we will not always be able to offer you another program.

Information on sleeping places outside the sports village, accommodation, comfort and catering services are provided for information purposes only and are not contractual.

Last day

After a last unsupervised morning, return of the equipment on Saturday before 12 noon.
Check out of your room no later than 13:00.
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Departure from the sports village at 2 pm.

SPOT

Chamonix Valley ski area

A ski area at the foot of Mont Blanc

Unlike ski areas, Chamonix is a high-altitude town surrounded by several ski areas (Tour/Vallorcine, Lognan/Les Grands Montets, La Flegère/Le Brévent). They allow for varied skiing thanks to the omnipresence of the glaciers and Mont Blanc. The valley offers 160 km of trails for all levels culminating at an altitude of 3800 m. They are served by 63 ski lifts, as well as an important off-road area.

Hosting

Accommodation Argentière Sports Village - Mont Blanc Valley

Mostly rooms for 4 people with sinks.
Some rooms for 5 and 6 people, equipped with sinks.
Individual readers.
Shared showers and sanitary facilities on each floor.

Possibility of accommodation for 2 (separate beds) for 7-day adult courses in a sports village to be booked at the time of registration (with supplement).

The centre's equipment

  • The sports village is equipped with a sauna and an indoor climbing room.

ABOUT THE TRIP

Equipment Included

Backpacks, crampons, harnesses, ropes and safety equipment: DVA, shovel, probe.
We advise you to bring the equipment you are used to, we will check it if necessary.

Equipment Included

Backpacks, crampons, harnesses, ropes and safety equipment: DVA, shovel, probe.
We advise you to bring the equipment you are used to, we will check it if necessary.

Address and access

You are coming by train: Get off at Argentière SNCF station (changing at Saint-Gervais/Le Fayet), located 50 m from the UCPA sports village.
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Check the destination of the train: the UCPA is located in Argentière in Haute-Savoie (74) and not in Argentière-les-Écrins (05). You are coming by plane: The nearest airport is Geneva Airport, a 1.5-hour shuttle from Chamonix. For shuttle schedules, consult the Tourism Office website. UCPA has a partnership with the shuttle company Mountain Drop-offs. Discount code: UCPA1415. You are coming by car: Take the white highway to Chamonix, then the national road 506 to Argentière, 8 km up from Chamonix. The UCPA sports center is located 50 m from the SNCF train station. There is no parking within the UCPA sports center. However, it is possible to find free but limited parking spaces in the village. To preserve the planet and not have worries (snowy roads in winter, difficult parking), if possible, prefer public transport.

Argentière - Mont-Blanc Valley:


170 Charlet Straton Street - 74400 Chamonix-Mont-Blanc
Tél.: 00 (33) 4 50 54 07 11

Address and access

You are coming by train:
Get off at Argentière SNCF station (changing at Saint-Gervais/Le Fayet), located 50 m from the UCPA sports village. Check the destination of the train: the UCPA is located in Argentière in Haute-Savoie (74) and not in Argentière-les-Écrins (05).

You are coming by plane:
The nearest airport is Geneva Airport, a 1.5-hour shuttle from Chamonix. For shuttle schedules, consult the Tourism Office website.
UCPA has a partnership with the shuttle company Mountain Drop-offs. Discount code: UCPA1415.

You are coming by car:
Take the white highway to Chamonix, then the national road 506 to Argentière, 8 km up from Chamonix. The UCPA sports center is located 50 m from the SNCF train station. There is no parking within the UCPA sports center. However, it is possible to find free but limited parking spaces in the village.

To preserve the planet and not have worries (snowy roads in winter, difficult parking), if possible, prefer public transport.

Argentière - Mont-Blanc Valley:


170 Charlet Straton Street - 74400 Chamonix-Mont-Blanc
Tél.: 00 (33) 4 50 54 07 11

Equipment not included

Backcountry skis, boots, skins and knives are not included. You have the option of taking the 'ski touring equipment' option at the same time as registering for the course.

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Water bottle (or plastic bottle) or thermos, personal pharmacy, pocket knife, small toilet bag, toilet paper, pocket money.

Cap or scarf, hat and headband, quality sunglasses, quality sunglasses, quality mask, quality mask, quality mask, fine breathable sweater, T-shirts, sweatshirt, fleece jacket or large sweater, waterproof jacket type goretex, pants type goretex, pants type goretex, pants type goretex, pants type goretex, pants, pants, goretex, pants, pants, gloves, mittens. Total screen and lip screen sunscreen.

Make a compromise between the equipment of the skier and the mountaineer: practical, comfortable, waterproof, isothermal, lightweight.

The weather changes quickly in the mountains and the temperature differences are sometimes very significant.
Remember to protect yourself as much from the cold as from the sun.

Volume and weight should guide you: constitution and carrying of the bag. Above all, be practical.

Provide a small Tupperware box that seals tightly to put your small picnic salad (with cutlery), and a lock for your closet.

Equipment not included

Backcountry skis, boots, skins and knives are not included. You have the option of taking the 'ski touring equipment' option at the same time as registering for the course.

Water bottle (or plastic bottle) or thermos, personal pharmacy, pocket knife, small toilet bag, toilet paper, pocket money.

Cap or scarf, hat and headband, quality sunglasses, quality sunglasses, quality mask, quality mask, quality mask, fine breathable sweater, T-shirts, sweatshirt, fleece jacket or large sweater, waterproof jacket type goretex, pants type goretex, pants type goretex, pants type goretex, pants type goretex, pants, pants, goretex, pants, pants, gloves, mittens. Total screen and lip screen sunscreen.

Make a compromise between the equipment of the skier and the mountaineer: practical, comfortable, waterproof, isothermal, lightweight.

The weather changes quickly in the mountains and the temperature differences are sometimes very significant.
Remember to protect yourself as much from the cold as from the sun.

Volume and weight should guide you: constitution and carrying of the bag. Above all, be practical.

Provide a small Tupperware box that seals tightly to put your small picnic salad (with cutlery), and a lock for your closet.

Physical intensity

Great sportsman

You are an accomplished athlete with at least 3 activities per week (intense or long running or cycling outings, cross training,...).
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You are able to combine days of high-intensity activities during your vacation week.

Physical intensity

Great sportsman

You are an accomplished athlete with at least 3 activities per week (intense or long running or cycling outings, cross training,...). You are able to combine days of high-intensity activities during your vacation week.

Level of expertise

Ski touring - Level 3

Ski touring Level R3

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You must have ski touring experience (several courses). Good to very good skier, in great shape. You have acquired a certain autonomy in the handling of security devices (DVA). You master the techniques specific to ski touring (ascent and descent conversions) and you are effective when descending even when the snow conditions are difficult.

Alpine skiing level - Confirmed/Expert
Off-road, your experience allows you to read the terrain well and adapt your technique to all the situations you may encounter off-road: steep slopes (up to 35°), bumps, snow of different qualities (deep, rough, rough, frozen,...).

Alpine experience - AAA
You know how to perform effective research in any type of terrain (use the DVA, shovel, probe, send an alert message, etc.). You know how to use snow knives. You know how to rope yourself and walk roped on a glacier or take a handrail. You know how to use ice ax and cleats. You are autonomous in choosing the personal equipment to take (equipment, bag making) according to the chosen outing or raid.

Level of expertise

Ski touring - Level 3

Ski touring Level R3

You must have ski touring experience (several courses). Good to very good skier, in great shape. You have acquired a certain autonomy in the handling of security devices (DVA). You master the techniques specific to ski touring (ascent and descent conversions) and you are effective when descending even when the snow conditions are difficult.

Alpine skiing level - Confirmed/Expert
Off-road, your experience allows you to read the terrain well and adapt your technique to all the situations you may encounter off-road: steep slopes (up to 35°), bumps, snow of different qualities (deep, rough, rough, frozen,...).

Alpine experience - AAA
You know how to perform effective research in any type of terrain (use the DVA, shovel, probe, send an alert message, etc.). You know how to use snow knives. You know how to rope yourself and walk roped on a glacier or take a handrail. You know how to use ice ax and cleats. You are autonomous in choosing the personal equipment to take (equipment, bag making) according to the chosen outing or raid.

Portage

Carrying level 2

1 week program:
Carrying personal belongings for 5 days and picnics for 2 or 3 days, i.e. 8 to 12 kg.

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2 week program:
Carrying personal belongings and picnics for 2 or 3 days, i.e. 10 to 12 kg, for the duration of the stay.

Portage

Carrying level 2

1 week program:
Carrying personal belongings for 5 days and picnics for 2 or 3 days, i.e. 8 to 12 kg.

2 week program:
Carrying personal belongings and picnics for 2 or 3 days, i.e. 10 to 12 kg, for the duration of the stay.

Restauration

Everything is included except water and other drinks, which are at your expense in the refuge and in the hotels or lodgings.
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In some mountain refuges, especially in Switzerland, there is no water other than sold in bottles, it is then at your expense (can reach 6 euros per bottle).
In order to limit carrying and in order to offer you adapted catering, with some exceptions, half-board is provided in the refuge (meals provided by the shelter keeper).
Only lunches (picnics) and grocery supplies are taken from the bags.

Restauration

Everything is included except water and other drinks, which are at your expense in the refuge and in the hotels or lodgings.
In some mountain refuges, especially in Switzerland, there is no water other than sold in bottles, it is then at your expense (can reach 6 euros per bottle).
In order to limit carrying and in order to offer you adapted catering, with some exceptions, half-board is provided in the refuge (meals provided by the shelter keeper).
Only lunches (picnics) and grocery supplies are taken from the bags.

Management

1 High Mountain Guide, group of 6 participants.
23 hours of supervision, from Monday to Friday (except Wednesday).

Management

1 High Mountain Guide, group of 6 participants.
23 hours of supervision, from Monday to Friday (except Wednesday).

Important information

Because of Europe, there are many European neighbours in the sports village. At the same time, you can review your English.
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An ATM is located 200 m from the sports village.
The introduction of alcohol from outside is prohibited.
At the sports village bar, a choice of beers and wines at reasonable prices.

You are responsible for cleaning your room during the internship.
The room must be left clean upon departure.

To know everything about the Chamonix Valley, mountain conditions, ski lifts, entertainment, accommodation
www.chamonix.com
www.compniedumontblanc.com
www.ohm-chamonix.com
www.chamonixsport.com

Important information

Because of Europe, there are many European neighbours in the sports village. At the same time, you can review your English.
An ATM is located 200 m from the sports village.
The introduction of alcohol from outside is prohibited.
At the sports village bar, a choice of beers and wines at reasonable prices.

You are responsible for cleaning your room during the internship.
The room must be left clean upon departure.

To know everything about the Chamonix Valley, mountain conditions, ski lifts, entertainment, accommodation
www.chamonix.com
www.compniedumontblanc.com
www.ohm-chamonix.com
www.chamonixsport.com
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