Nordic activities
Winter in Nordic mode
The snow marks the terrain, the light carves out the peaks, silence settles in, broken only by a gust or the crunch of a footstep. Nordic disciplines, as diverse as they are, offer raw sensations, moments to experience and stories to share.
When the snow
becomes a field of feats
On the cross-country trails, each slide prolongs the breath and soothes the spirit. The forest opens up into immaculate clearings, the plateaus offer their immensity and time dilates. Biathlon adds to this journey the intensity of contrast: the heart beating wildly, then the absolute silence of an aim. In the stadiums and exceptional sites of the Hautes-Alpes, precision meets momentum and effort.
The
stepsof silence
Every step on snowshoes sounds like an exploration. The snow creaks gently, the branches bend under the frost, and the horizon slowly reveals itself. It’s a patient, almost meditative walk that leads to the mountain’s secret corners. Winter is revealed in its most fragile details: an icy breath, an animal footprint, a ray of sunlight filtering through the trees.
The call
from the Deep South
When the carriage sets off, everything changes. The ground vibrates, the wind whistles, the barking melts into the regular rhythm of the race. The dogs ‘ eyes guide the way, instinct dictates speed. It’s a timeless interlude, where we share the animal strength and raw energy of the great snow-covered spaces.
Nordic activity highlights
Nordic
La Grande traversée du Queyras
Shoes firmly on, breath short and cheeks rosy from the crisp air: the Grande Traversée du Queyras is the Nordic rendezvous that warms the thighs and makes the eyes sparkle.
Nordique
La Trafanelle
A timed challenge in a festive spirit, people come to La Trafanelle to test their thighs on the Gourniers cross-country trails, cheer on friends along the way and share a well-deserved drink afterwards.
Trail
Snow trails
In the Hautes-Alpes, winter can also be experienced in trail mode: many ski resorts offer a fine program of winter trails, with alpine panoramas, varied routes and a sporting atmosphere in the heart of the snow. All that’s left is to choose your own!
Practical notebook
- Equipment
- Safety and good driving
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Experiences
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