Snowshoeing weekend at Refuge des Prés
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From 295.00 €
About the snowshoeing weekend at Refuge des Prés
Enjoy the magic of the snow-covered mountains and the warm atmosphere of the refuge des Prés (in the heart of the Contamines-Montjoie nature reserve), for a weekend.
The itinerary may be readapted, and the choice of refuge modified, depending on snow conditions and the level of participants, in the Mont-Blanc country sector.
You will leave with :
Sébastien
Trek guide – Mont-Blanc specialist
“The trip to the mountains is a moment of discovery. So you shouldn’t try to arrive before you’ve left to take full advantage of it!”

The snowshoe trail at Refuge des Prés
Upcoming departures
What's included in the formula
Supervision by a qualified mountain leader
Accommodation in a mountain refuge for one night, on a half-board basis (dinner, overnight stay and breakfast)
Picnic lunches and snacks during the hike
Loan of snowshoes, poles and safety equipment
Safety equipment (avalanche transceiver)
What's not included in the package
Personal hiking equipment (clothing, rucksack, etc.)
Cancellation assistance insurance to be taken out at the time of booking
Personal extras at the hut (drinks, etc.)
Transport to the start of the hike (car pooling possible)
Everything not indicated in the price includes.
Day 1: Ascent to the Refuge
Meet at Notre Dame de la Gorge (Contamines-Montjoie), the starting point for your snowshoeing weekend.
You’ll climb along the Roman road, then take a circuitous route through a wilderness area. Pass through the Chalets des Prés before arriving at the refuge in the afternoon.
Day 2: Hike to Col de la Fenêtre and back
Take advantage of the day to discover the beautiful countryside surrounding the refuge.
Depending on the level of the group and the conditions, several itineraries will be proposed to you for the most enjoyable of days. For example, you can go up to the Col de la Fenêtre and make a loop through the forest to enjoy the snow on the way back.
End of stay in the afternoon.
Highlights of the trip
General information
REGISTRATION
By post:
Ask us for a registration form
- by phone: 06 65 93 29 29
- or e-mail: contact@watse.fr
Send us your registration with a copy of your passport, your postal address, telephone number and e-mail address, together with a deposit of 30% of the cost of the trip.
Also, if you wish to take out a Comfort or Comfort Multirisk cancellation insurance policy, this must be paid at the same time as the deposit when you register. You can consult our insurance contracts on our website.
By internet:
Book your holiday directly on our website: directly on the holiday page, choosing your dates and insurance options.
ATTENTION: air fares will be maintained until 3 months before departure and may be readjusted if necessary if you book during this period.
ASSISTANCE AND SAFETY
We strongly advise you to take out assistance insurance for the duration of your trip.
We offer two different types of insurance: Comfort Cancellation and Comfort Multirisk, to be taken out when you register for your trip.
Details of this insurance are available on request or can be viewed by by clicking here.
Other offers include Mondial Assistance, your own insurance company or Club Alpin Français. Check that your trekking activity is covered.
Make sure your insurance covers all medical expenses in the event of an accident.
You must make sure that you are covered for mountain rescue costs. If this is the case, you must provide us with the following information before you set off on your trek:
- a certificate from the insurance company covering mountain rescue costs.
- the contract number and telephone number of the assistance center
Beware of restrictive clauses in certain insurance policies (particularly those linked to Visa Premier, Gold or other cards), such as mountain insurance limited to snow activities, or altitude sickness not recognized as an illness requiring repatriation, which will be refused.
Please check the actual content of your insurance and take the necessary steps if necessary.
Health & climate
CLIMATE
Summer and winter alike, temperatures in the mountains vary with altitude, and the way they feel can be greatly affected by the intensity of the wind.
HEALTH AND VACCINES
No vaccinations required.
We strongly recommend that you are up to date with the usual vaccinations: diphtheria-tetanus-poliomyelitis, whooping cough, tuberculosis, typhoid fever, hepatitis A and B.
We recommend that you have a check-up with your dentist before you leave.
IFREMMONT
No specific indications.
Transport and conditions
Meet at 9:30 a.m. at the Notre Dame de la Gorge parking lot (Les Contamines-Montjoie), where the hike starts (possibility of carpooling with the guide from the Watse agency in Saint-Gervais les Bains – Le Fayet).
LUGGAGE
No specific indications.
The stay
MEALS
Evening and morning meals are taken at the refuge.
Picnic lunches are prepared by the Watse team. If you have a special diet, please let us know as soon as possible.
You can also bring your favorite snacks.
ACCOMMODATION
You’ll stay in a mountain refuge for one night, in a collective dormitory with half-board.
TRAINING
Supervision by a state-qualified French mountain leader.
Practical info
FORMALITIES AND VISA
No visa required for French nationals and citizens of bordering countries.
BUDGET, CHANGE AND TIPS
Meals not included (cold drinks, snacks, etc.) and accommodation are included in the price of the stay. Tipping is not compulsory and should reflect your satisfaction with the team.
Watse added value
HOMEMADE PICNICS
During the stay, picnics are prepared using fresh local produce.
AN EXCLUSIVE WATSE STAY
This snowshoeing trip has been designed by a guide from the Mont-Blanc valley. Depending on the conditions, we adapt the itinerary to offer you the best experience.
AN UNFORGETTABLE NIGHT
This weekend, enjoy the unique experience of a night at altitude in the heart of winter!