A BRIEF OVERVIEW OF THE TRIP
Mythical journeyA BRIEF OVERVIEW OF THE TRIP
Mythical journey During your stay, a professional instructor invites you to embark on your first high mountain trail. A guaranteed change of scenery with breathtaking wild nature!THE BEST OF THE PRODUCT
- A tour of Mont-Blanc, off the beaten track, for trail enthusiasts
- A true sporting adventure of international renown
- Baggage tracking for more comfort
- A pleasant foray into Italy and La Dolce Vita in Courmayeur
THE BEST OF THE PRODUCT
- A tour of Mont-Blanc, off the beaten track, for trail enthusiasts
- A true sporting adventure of international renown
- Baggage tracking for more comfort
- A pleasant foray into Italy and La Dolce Vita in Courmayeur
Included
- Accommodation (sheets provided in the village, not provided in the accommodations during raids and roaming)
- Transport related to the activity, ski lifts provided for in the program
- The catering
- Framing
- Specific equipment
- 12 sessions (in the form of 6 days of raid) supervised by a specialized trail mountain guide, from Sunday to Friday.
Not Included
- Drinks and water in some shelters
- Showers in some shelters
- The duvet sheet in shelters or lodges (essential)
- Bathroom linen
- The transport
- Personal equipment
- Complementary insurances
The program
Day by dayDay of arrival
Housing and distribution of equipment.
18:30, information meeting and preparation for the raid.
Night at the UCPA sports village in Argentière (or neighboring cottage).
During your stay
Bus transfer to Chamonix.
Chamonix 1000 m, Les Houches 980 m, Mount Lacha 2115 m, Mount Lacha 2115 m, Col du Tricot 2120 m, Chalet de Miage 1560 m, Chalet du Truc 1705 m, Les Contamines 1150 m.
From the Tour du Mont Blanc, we widen the loop by Beaufortain.
For this stage, no luggage tracking... But if you pack your bag properly, that's not a problem.
Les Contamines 1150 m, Nant Borrant 1500 m, Col du Joly 1995 m, Entre 2 Nantes 2200 m, La Gittaz 1630 m, Rocher du Vent 2360 m, Plan Mia cottage or neighboring cottage/1850 m.
Tuesday - Plan Mia/Courmayeur (37 km, 2230 D+, 2900 D-)
We're going to Italy.
In the evening in Courmayeur, you will find your belongings with a luggage tracker.
Plan Mia 1850 m, Col de la Sauce 2307 m, Col de la Croix du Bonhomme 2479 m, Col des Fours 2665 m, Ville des Glaciers 1781 m, Col de la Seigne 2516 m, Col des Chavanes 2663 m, Col des Chavanes 2663 m, Mont Fortin 2663 m, Mont Fortin 2800 m, Mont Fortin 2800 m, Arête Mont Favre 2350 m, Courmayeur (Dolonne) 1200 m.
Wednesday - Courmayeur/La Fouly (34 km, 2470 D+, 2062 D-)
From Val Ferret Italy, to Val Ferret Switzerland.
Courmayeur 1200 m, Col Sapin 2436 m, option Tête de la Tronche A/R 2534 m (100 D+/-, 1km), Tza de Secheron 2200 m, Step Between Two Sexes 2521 m, Option Head Between Two Jumps 2728 m, Option Head Between Two Jumps 2728 m (200 D+/-, 1 km), Arnuva 1750 m, Grand Col Ferret 2537 m, La Fouly 1600 m, La Fouly 1600 m.
Thursday - La Fouly - Trient (29 km, 1666 D+, 1971 D-)
The variant along the Trient Glacier.
La Fouly 1600 m, Issert 1050 m, Champex 1500 m, Champex 1500 m, Fenêtre d'Arpette 2665 m, Trient 1250 m.
The course of this program is indicative.
It may undergo modifications or adjustments, depending on technical criteria, safety requirements or the climatic conditions of the moment. In this case, only those responsible for UCPA supervision are authorized to take the necessary decision (s).
It can also be adapted according to the technical and physical level of the participants.
Information on sleeping places, accommodation, comfort and catering services are provided for information purposes only and are not contractual.
Last day
Back to France and Chamonix.
Trient 1250 m, Les Tseppes 1930 m, Tête de Balme, Tête de Balme, Arolettes 2300 m, Col des Posettes 2000 m, Aiguillettes des Posettes 2200 m, Col des Montets 1450 m, Tête aux Vents 1450 m, Tête aux Vents 2133 m, Tête aux Vents 2133 m, La Flegère 1856 m, Chamonix 1000 m.
Bus transfer to Argentière.
End of stay at 5 pm.
SPOT
Around Mont Blanc
Mont Blanc, a perfect spot for a stroll
Between Haute-Savoie and the Aosta Valley stands one of the most beautiful and undoubtedly the best known mountains in Europe. The Tour of the Giant of the Alps allows you to cross peaks and glaciers, at an altitude of more than 4000 meters. An exceptional place for hikes, mountain bike rides and also for trekking and trail running, Mont Blanc has not finished surprising you with its many spots of still wild and preserved nature. You can choose an activity regardless of your level of experience. Enjoy a panorama between France, Switzerland and Italy that you will not soon forget.
Hosting
Accommodation Argentière Sports Village - Mont Blanc Valley
Mostly rooms for 4 people with sinks.
Some rooms for 5 and 6 people, equipped with sinks.
Individual readers.
Shared showers and sanitary facilities on each floor.
Possibility of accommodation for 2 (separate beds) for 7-day adult courses in a sports village to be booked at the time of registration (with supplement).
The centre's equipment
- Heated pool.
- Dining rooms facing south, facing Mont Blanc, with terraces.
- Multipurpose hall, entertainment, dance and show.
- Bar.
- Sauna (bring bath sheet and swimsuit).
- Block-type climbing gym (slippers provided).
- Reading room.
- Stretching room.
- Several meeting rooms equipped with audiovisual equipment.
- Volley ball court.
- Petanque court.
- Bike park: pump track and mountain bike maneuverability zone.
- Table tennis table.
- Slackline.
ABOUT THE TRIP
Equipment Included
Backpack, heart rate meter, telescopic sticks.
*Feel free to bring your own shoes, backpack and telescopic poles if you have them.
Equipment Included
Backpack, heart rate meter, telescopic sticks.
*Feel free to bring your own shoes, backpack and telescopic poles if you have them.
Address and access
Argentière - Mont-Blanc Valley:
170 Charlet Straton Street - 74400 Chamonix-Mont-Blanc
Tél.: 00 (33) 4 50 54 07 11
Address and access
Get off at Argentière SNCF station (changing at Saint-Gervais/Le Fayet), located 50 m from the UCPA sports village. Check the destination of the train: the UCPA is located in Argentière in Haute-Savoie (74) and not in Argentière-les-Écrins (05).
You are coming by plane:
The nearest airport is Geneva Airport, a 1.5-hour shuttle from Chamonix. For shuttle schedules, consult the Tourism Office website.
UCPA has a partnership with the shuttle company Mountain Drop-offs. Discount code: UCPA1415.
You are coming by car:
Take the white highway to Chamonix, then the national road 506 to Argentière, 8 km up from Chamonix. The UCPA sports center is located 50 m from the SNCF train station. There is no parking within the UCPA sports center. However, it is possible to find free but limited parking spaces in the village.
To preserve the planet and not have worries (snowy roads in winter, difficult parking), if possible, prefer public transport.
Argentière - Mont-Blanc Valley:
170 Charlet Straton Street - 74400 Chamonix-Mont-Blanc
Tél.: 00 (33) 4 50 54 07 11
Equipment not included
- cap or scarf
- hat or headband
- sunglasses (minimum 3 protection)
- fleece fur jacket
- waterproof and breathable Goretex jacket and pants
- warm pantyhose
- shorts
- 2 or 3 pairs of trail socks
- 1 pair of lightweight gloves
- trail shoes suitable for off-road running
- minimum 1.5 l water bag or flasks
- small personal pharmacy. Use a total screen sunscreen.
- swimsuit
- pocket money
- identity paper
- a down sheet (meat bag) for nights in a cottage or refuge
- a small Tupperware box that seals hermetically to put your little picnic salad
On site, numerous sports shops with a large choice and competitive rates.
In case of doubt about the necessary equipment, you can refine your choice of equipment with the help of our instructors, and according to the weather conditions.
Typical contents of the first aid kit
- Personal medications if you are subject to particular disorders (allergies, etc.)
- Survival blanket
- What to prevent and treat blisters
- What to relieve ankle and knee problems: “Elasto” type bands
- What to clean small wounds: soaked compresses
- Sun protection for skin and lips
- What to relieve intestinal problems following changes in diet
- Something to relieve headaches and aches
- What to relieve insect bites
Ask your doctor and pharmacist for advice and think that you will have to go to your pharmacy, so only bring the minimum necessary.
Equipment not included
- cap or scarf
- hat or headband
- sunglasses (minimum 3 protection)
- “breathable” T-shirt (s)
- fleece fur jacket
- waterproof and breathable Goretex jacket and pants
- warm pantyhose
- shorts
- 2 or 3 pairs of trail socks
- 1 pair of lightweight gloves
- trail shoes suitable for off-road running
- minimum 1.5 l water bag or flasks
- small personal pharmacy. Use a total screen sunscreen.
- swimsuit
- pocket money
- identity paper
- a down sheet (meat bag) for nights in a cottage or refuge
- a small Tupperware box that seals hermetically to put your little picnic salad
On site, numerous sports shops with a large choice and competitive rates.
In case of doubt about the necessary equipment, you can refine your choice of equipment with the help of our instructors, and according to the weather conditions.
Typical contents of the first aid kit
- Personal medications if you are subject to particular disorders (allergies, etc.)
- Survival blanket
- What to prevent and treat blisters
- What to relieve ankle and knee problems: “Elasto” type bands
- What to clean small wounds: soaked compresses
- Sun protection for skin and lips
- What to relieve intestinal problems following changes in diet
- Something to relieve headaches and aches
- What to relieve insect bites
Ask your doctor and pharmacist for advice and think that you will have to go to your pharmacy, so only bring the minimum necessary.
Physical intensity
You practice high-intensity sport all year round, you are able to commit to stays with a strong physical commitment, sometimes hardiness (long trek, long mountain bike raid, long navigation...).
Physical intensity
You practice high-intensity sport all year round, you are able to commit to stays with a strong physical commitment, sometimes hardiness (long trek, long mountain bike raid, long navigation...).
Level of expertise
You train 4 to 5 times a week. You have already run long distance trails (50-80 km). Trail that requires a strong moral and physical commitment, in itinerant mode with sometimes a bit of carry, altitude differences and significant race times on technical terrain.
Level of expertise
You train 4 to 5 times a week. You have already run long distance trails (50-80 km). Trail that requires a strong moral and physical commitment, in itinerant mode with sometimes a bit of carry, altitude differences and significant race times on technical terrain.
Portage
Bring personal belongings and picnics for 1 or 2 days.
3 to 7 kg.
Portage
Bring personal belongings and picnics for 1 or 2 days.
3 to 7 kg.
Restauration
From Monday to Friday, lunches are in the form of picnics (ingredients made available as a buffet at breakfast time).
Remember to take a “lunch box” or equivalent to carry lunch salads in your bag. To avoid the overconsumption of plastic and disposable packaging, it is not provided.
Also remember to bring a water bottle.
For daily activities, grocery items are provided, however, if you are a heavy consumer of cereal, chocolate or energy bars, we advise you to bring some as well.
Evening meals in a refuge, cottage, campsite or bivouac can be carried and made by yourself with the help of the guide or guide, or provided by the refuge or lodge.
In some mountain refuges, especially in Switzerland, there is no water other than sold in bottles, it is then at your expense (can exceed 6 euros per bottle...).
Restauration
From Monday to Friday, lunches are in the form of picnics (ingredients made available as a buffet at breakfast time). You will be carrying your picnic each day).
Remember to take a “lunch box” or equivalent to carry lunch salads in your bag. To avoid the overconsumption of plastic and disposable packaging, it is not provided.
Also remember to bring a water bottle.
For daily activities, grocery items are provided, however, if you are a heavy consumer of cereal, chocolate or energy bars, we advise you to bring some as well.
Evening meals in a refuge, cottage, campsite or bivouac can be carried and made by yourself with the help of the guide or guide, or provided by the refuge or lodge.
In some mountain refuges, especially in Switzerland, there is no water other than sold in bottles, it is then at your expense (can exceed 6 euros per bottle...).
Management
Knowledge of the mountains, control of safety and logistics, he will do everything possible to ensure that you fully enjoy your stay.
Management
Knowledge of the mountains, control of safety and logistics, he will do everything possible to ensure that you fully enjoy your stay.
Important information
For people who want to recognize UTMB races (UTMB, TDS, CCC, OCC), UCPA programs are available by following this link: http://valleechamonix.ucpa.com/
Possibility of a free accompanying stay for one of your loved ones who would like to carry out this logistics.
Contact the UCPA sports village in Argentière.
To know everything about the Chamonix Valley, mountain conditions, ski lifts, entertainment, accommodation
www.chamonix.com
www.compniedumontblanc.com
www.ohm-chamonix.comwww.chamonixsport.com
Important information
For people who want to recognize UTMB races (UTMB, TDS, CCC, OCC), UCPA programs are available by following this link: http://valleechamonix.ucpa.com/
A vehicle carries the luggage.
Possibility of a free accompanying stay for one of your loved ones who would like to carry out this logistics.
Contact the UCPA sports village in Argentière.
To know everything about the Chamonix Valley, mountain conditions, ski lifts, entertainment, accommodation
www.chamonix.com
www.compniedumontblanc.com
www.ohm-chamonix.comwww.chamonixsport.com
Hosting
Some rooms for 5 and 6 people, equipped with sinks.
Individual readers.
Shared showers and sanitary facilities on each floor.
Possibility of accommodation for 2 (separate beds) for 7-day adult courses in a sports village to be booked at the time of registration (with supplement).
Hosting
Some rooms for 5 and 6 people, equipped with sinks.
Individual readers.
Shared showers and sanitary facilities on each floor.
Possibility of accommodation for 2 (separate beds) for 7-day adult courses in a sports village to be booked at the time of registration (with supplement).