Swiss Mountain Leader

Snow Shoes are a great way to move around the mountains in winter. Normally we have too much snow to be able to walk around in normal shoes or boots easily and we need to put something bigger on our feet. On snow shoes we can easily move in snow and anyone that can walk is able to quickly learn to snow shoe.

Easy and fun snow shoeing lets you explore the mountains and can be a great activity for people who enjoy winter holidays in the mountains but that don’t want to ski each day or want to get away from the main ski area.

For short trips of a few hours good winter clothing and some comfortable boots are all you need, snow shoes and poles can be rented cheaply. Longer trips can be more comfortable with some more layered clothing as walkers in the UK winter might be familiar with.

As with any activity on snow it’s important to have good eye protection with some good sun glasses, plenty of sun cream, a hat and, of course, a camera!

Routes

Tailor made snow shoe treks for individuals or groups in the Val d’Anniviers or other areas of Switzerland. In the Val d’Anniviers some sample itineraries include :

• Hotel Weisshorn – a high altitude hotel near St Luc accessible only on foot either as a day trip or an overnight trip with options to tour high above the ski area.
• Cabane du Petit Mountet – a mountain refuge in the Zinal valley surrounded by high mountains and overlooking the Zinal glacier.
• Forest Trails around the villages of the Val d’Anniviers
• Short routes or evening tours with the chance to visit a local restaurant.
• Taster sessions – one or two hours and a chance to try snow shoes for the first time before a longer trip.