Cross-country skiing is an essential activity in Arêches-Beaufort. From learning your first conversion to the most demanding competitions like the Pierra Menta, activities and equipment are offered to progress in the discipline.
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initiations all winter
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9 km of marked routes
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3 secure and patrolled tracks
Our marked ski touring routes in Beaufortain
Arêches-Beaufort and Dynafit offer 3 permanent routes dedicated solely to ski touring in the ski area. The Traces allow practitioners to warm up and access the top of the ski area at 2320m by walking outside the flows of alpine skiing. It is then possible to continue with classic hikes to conquer summits such as the Grand-Mont, a crossing point for the mythical Pierra Menta.
| Name | Distance | Elevation + | 📍 Departure | 🏁 Arrival | ⛷ Descent recommended |
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 | 2 km | ↗ 300m | 🚡 Sommet des Bonnets Rouges - Rando 2000 package | Col de la Forclaz | "Partridge" 🟦 |
 | 2,5 km | ↗ 320m | 🚡 Cuvy plateau - Rando 1700 package | Summit of the Bonnets Rouges | "Red Hats" 🟦 |
 | 3 km | ↗ 900m | 🚐 The Planay | Summit of the Grande Combe | “Not cows” 🟥 and “Echarté” 🟦 |
The “Trace” routes are open at the same times as the ski area (except the Trace Nocturne). In the event of danger (snow, weather, avalanche, etc.) they are declared closed by the piste service. Consult the online opening bulletin and signage in place at the start of the routes.
Two ski touring passes are sold at the ski lift ticket offices:
- Hiking package 1700 : allows access to the Cuvy plateau from the Trace Rouge at 1700 m
- Hiking package 2000 : allows access to the top of the Bonnets Rouges chairlift at an altitude of 2000 m and to the start of the Trace Bleue
Each year, the best ski mountaineers in the world, like those of the Team Areches-Beaufort, meet on the occasion of the Pierra Menta. But ski touring events are not reserved for professionals, the Grand Parcours, organized by the FFCAM, allows you to progress in the discipline whatever your level. Likewise, Step of the Stone allows novices to taste the experience of international racing in a suitable format, shorter and over a single day.
Our favorite product – by Dynastar
Le M-PIERRA MENTA is an ultra-light alpine touring ski, designed for the most demanding competitors. At only 710 g in 160 cm, it pushes the limits of technology thanks to a core in Dynacell, a material from aerospace, three times lighter than Paulownia. Its Basalt fiber provides lightness and strength, while its Racing finish guarantees optimal grip and exceptional responsiveness. Perfect for reaching the summits quickly and efficiently, it is the perfect combination of performance and innovation.
Our ski touring stays and activities in Beaufortain
The Beaufortain Guides Office is an association of high mountain guides and state-certified instructors. These Beaufortain guides offer ski touring activities:
In initiation or expert mode, for half a day or several days, come and enjoy the multitude of routes offered by the Beaufortain massif and let yourself be guided by our professionals in the most beautiful valleys of the massif.
To book your outings: Excursions accompanied by the Beaufortain Guides Office
All winter long, ski touring activities and stays are offered to you by other service providers, also high mountain guides or state-qualified instructors: Marilyn White, Francois Hivert, and theESF.
For controlled and reasoned skiing, you can read our 5 tips for responsible skiing
Our professionals are at your service.
To rent or buy ski equipment and equipment or to benefit from expert advice and maintenance on your equipment, do not hesitate to meet our professionals in one of our sports stores.
