Snowshoeing · Grenoble
How to choose
Departing outside Grenoble, three snowshoeing tours explore the surrounding mountain massifs from December to March, with prices ranging from 35 € to 57 €. In the Vercors Regional Nature Park, Nature Vercors offers two outings rated “Everybody welcome” meeting in Lans-en-Vercors: a classic hike from a half day to a full day at 35 €, and a 3-hour astronomy discovery walk at 57 €. Both provide guiding in English and French. If you prefer the Chartreuse massif, TerLudik runs excursions lasting 3h to 6h for 40 € starting in Saint-Pierre-de-Chartreuse, conducted in French and rated for occasionally sporty hikers. Pick Nature Vercors for flexible beginner-friendly itineraries, or choose TerLudik if you want a sporty outing in the Chartreuse mountains.
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Our picks
Guided Snowshoeing Hike in the Vercors Regional Nature Park, near Grenoble
This guided hike costs 35 € for a duration from a half day to a full day.
Snowshoeing and Astronomy Discovery in the Vercors Regional Nature Park, near Grenoble
A 3-hour themed outing in the Vercors rated “Everybody welcome” priced at 57 €.
Frequently asked questions
What months are snowshoeing outings available near Grenoble?
The available snowshoeing tours run from December to March across all operators.
Where do the snowshoe hikes start?
None of the tours start in central Grenoble. For Nature Vercors outings, the meeting point is the Tourist Office of Lans-en-Vercors at 246 Av. Léopold Fabre. For TerLudik, you meet at Place du Village in front of the church in Saint-Pierre-de-Chartreuse.
What physical fitness level is required?
Two tours by Nature Vercors are rated “Everybody welcome”. One excursion with TerLudik is rated for occasionally sporty participants.
Can I join an outing guided in English?
English-language guiding is offered on both tours with Nature Vercors. The outing run by TerLudik is conducted in French.
Best time to go
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 3.9 °C | 169.9 mm | Peak |
| February | 5.9 °C | 117.1 mm | Good |
| March | 7 °C | 150.7 mm | Good |
| April | 11 °C | 138.8 mm | Poor |
| May | 14.4 °C | 135.6 mm | Off season |
| June | 18.9 °C | 113.5 mm | Off season |
| July | 22.6 °C | 80.7 mm | Off season |
| August | 22.1 °C | 73.7 mm | Off season |
| September | 18.9 °C | 73.6 mm | Off season |
| October | 13.5 °C | 129.1 mm | Off season |
| November | 8 °C | 163.6 mm | Poor |
| December | 2.8 °C | 85.3 mm | Peak |
Practical info
Equipment
Wear warm winter layers including waterproof trousers, thermal undergarments, a warm hat, and sturdy gloves.
Getting there
You must travel outside Grenoble to reach the meeting points in Lans-en-Vercors or Saint-Pierre-de-Chartreuse.
See also
Updated September 2026