Snowshoeing in Briançon — Routes & Guided Walks in Serre Chevalier

No experience needed, equipment hire costs €10–€15 per day, and the terrain ranges from easy forest walks above Chantemerle to full-day mountain routes with Écrins views. Guided snowshoe tours start at €30 per person and run from December through April. The Vallon du Casset above Monêtier is the standout route, a 3–4 hour return with spectacular winter scenery.

Best Snowshoe Routes

• Forest trails above Chantemerle are easy, around 2 hours, and suitable for families
• Vallon du Casset (Monêtier) is moderate, 3–4 hours, with spectacular winter scenery
• Col du Lautaret circuit is moderate to difficult with panoramic views
• Écrins approaches from Monêtier are full-day routes best done with a guide

Equipment Hire

• Snowshoes can be rented from outdoor/ski shops in each village for €10–€15/day
• Poles are included or rented separately for €3–€5/day
• No specialist clothing needed beyond warm winter layers and waterproof boots
• Guided tours include equipment in the price

Guided Snowshoe Tours

• Half-day tours from €30–€45 per person (3–4 hours)
• Full-day tours from €60–€80 per person
• Evening snowshoe tours with fondue at a mountain refuge are seasonal at approximately €50/person
• Book through the tourist office or directly with activity companies in the valley

Frequently Asked Questions

Is snowshoeing good in Briançon?

Yes. Terrain at all levels — easy forest loops near Chantemerle, moderate half-days in the Vallon du Casset, full-day mountain routes with a guide. The Casset route from Monêtier is one of the most scenic in the southern Alps.

Do I need experience for snowshoeing in Briançon?

None at all for beginner and moderate routes. Snowshoes are essentially just wider feet — technique is minimal. For full-day mountain itineraries, reasonable fitness matters more than any technical skill.