About the introductory bivouac trek in the Massif des Fiz
You will leave with :
Simon
Trekking Guide
“When you sweat it out with a good joke, even the steepest climbs become a breeze!”
Photo gallery of the initiation to bivouac in the Massif des Fiz
The route of the introductory bivouac trek in the Massif des Fiz
Upcoming departures
What's included in the formula
- Supervision by a state-qualified Watse mountain leader
- Loan of bivouac equipment (tent, mattress, stove)
- Picnic lunches, dinner, breakfast
- Telephone briefing the day before to prepare equipment, check weather conditions…
What's not included in the package
- Personal hiking equipment (clothes, 50L rucksack, shoes, sleeping bag…)
- Luggage transfer
- Cancellation assistance insurance to be purchased at the time of booking.
- Transport to the start of the hike (car pooling possible)
- Everything not indicated in the price includes.
Day 1: Ascent to Lac d'Anterne
Starting from the hamlet of Le Mont in Servoz, we climb gently towards the chalets of Pormenaz and then on to the lake of the same name, at 1945m altitude. We then continue on to the Moëde Anterne refuge for a well-deserved break. The final climb takes us to the Col d’Anterne, at 2257m. From here, superb views of the Mont Blanc massif and the Muraille des Fiz are revealed. We then switch to Lac d’Anterne, where we set up camp for the night.
Day 2: Descent to Servoz
4h walk – 195m D+ / 1275m D-
On this second day, we set off for home, having packed up camp and enjoyed breakfast while nature awakens all around us. With a few variations, we make our way back down to the Chalets d’Ayères, then on to Servoz, where this rewarding adventure comes to a close.
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 stay directly on our website: directly on the stay page, choosing your dates and insurance options.
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 9am on the day of departure at the hamlet of Le Mont, Servoz. It is possible to carpool with the guide from the agency in Saint Gervais les Bains le Fayet.
LUGGAGE
There is no luggage transfer on this trek. You carry your own gear, bivouac equipment and food.
The stay
MEALS
2 picnics, 1 dinner and 1 breakfast.
If you have a special diet, please let us know as soon as possible.
You can also bring your favorite snacks.
ACCOMMODATION
Overnight bivouac in tent
TRAINING
Supervision by a state-qualified French mountain leader.
Practical info
ELECTRICITY
No specific indications.
FORMALITIES AND VISA
No visa required for French nationals and citizens of bordering countries.
BUDGET, CHANGE AND TIPS
Meals not included in the supplement (cold drinks, snacks, etc.) and the loan of bivouac equipment are included in the price of the stay. Tipping is not compulsory and should reflect your satisfaction with your guide and the agency.
Watse added value
SUPERVISED BY A WATSE PROFESSIONAL
During this stay, enjoy the unique experience of itinerant hiking supervised by a professional Watse guide with a passion for the mountains!
AN UNFORGETTABLE NIGHT
During this weekend, enjoy the unique experience of a night’s bivouac at altitude in the heart of nature!
AN EXCLUSIVE WATSE STAY
This itinerant hiking trip has been designed by a guide from the Mont-Blanc valley. Depending on conditions, we adapt the itinerary to offer you the best experience.