Snowshoeing · Moûtier, Les Trois Vallées
The essentials
Explore the Vanoise massif on a dedicated weekend snowshoeing excursion departing from Moûtiers. Run by Balade du Colporteur, this 2 days excursion costs 135 € and is rated with a “Sporty” physical level, making it well suited to active hikers seeking a sustained mountain trip. The outing is guided in English and French, running from December to March. Meet your guide directly outside the railway station in Moûtiers to begin this structured two-day route.
The offer
Weekend snowshoeing excursion in Vanoise from Moûtiers
Frequently asked questions
What is the duration and physical level required for this snowshoeing excursion?
The outing lasts 2 days and requires a “Sporty” physical level.
What months is the snowshoeing excursion available?
The excursion runs from December to March.
Where does the excursion depart from and in what languages is it guided?
The meeting point with Balade du Colporteur is at Moutiers train station on Rue Greyffié de Bellecombe. The guide speaks English and French.
Best time to go
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 1.8 °C | 174.1 mm | Peak |
| February | 4.1 °C | 138.5 mm | Good |
| March | 4.5 °C | 150.1 mm | Good |
| April | 9 °C | 152.2 mm | Poor |
| May | 12.4 °C | 136.7 mm | Off season |
| June | 17.2 °C | 134.5 mm | Off season |
| July | 21.9 °C | 116.8 mm | Off season |
| August | 21.9 °C | 94.8 mm | Off season |
| September | 18.3 °C | 99 mm | Off season |
| October | 12.5 °C | 119.2 mm | Off season |
| November | 5.8 °C | 173.1 mm | Poor |
| December | 1 °C | 93.9 mm | Peak |
Practical info
Equipment
Wear winter hiking layers, waterproof trousers, warm gloves, and a woollen hat suitable for a sporty snowshoe trip.
Getting there
Join Balade du Colporteur directly at the meeting point situated at Moutiers train station, on Rue Greyffié de Bellecombe in Moutiers.
See also
Updated September 2026