A BRIEF OVERVIEW OF THE TRIP
Expérience/Coaching DébutantYou can skate with ease on all types of trails. You want to refine your technique while strengthening your physical condition. Cross-country skier, why not combine vacation and training?
Come and enjoy kilometers of skiing on the most beautiful slopes in the Hautes Alpes.
A week shared between the multiple sites in Briançon including 2 days and one night in the renowned Queyras Massif.
For ecological reasons and energy efficiency, the UCPA center in Serre Chevalier will not open the pool this winter.
A BRIEF OVERVIEW OF THE TRIP
Expérience/Coaching Débutant While combining technical skiing, coaching and fundamental training, this stay will allow you to accumulate kilometers of skiing in magnificent valleys that have maintained a Nordic spirit (Serre Chevalier, Névache, Névache, Vallouise, Queyras).You can skate with ease on all types of trails. You want to refine your technique while strengthening your physical condition. Cross-country skier, why not combine vacation and training?
Come and enjoy kilometers of skiing on the most beautiful slopes in the Hautes Alpes. A week shared between the multiple sites in Briançon including 2 days and one night in the renowned Queyras Massif.
For ecological reasons and energy efficiency, the UCPA center in Serre Chevalier will not open the pool this winter.
THE BEST OF THE PRODUCT
- A real expert program to fully invest in this activity
- 1 monitor for 8
- Variety of northern areas in the region
- 1 night in a refuge for total disconnection.
- Nature immersion in Queyras
THE BEST OF THE PRODUCT
- A real expert program to fully invest in this activity
- 1 monitor for 8
- Variety of northern areas in the region
- 1 night in a refuge for total disconnection.
- Nature immersion in Queyras
Included
- Accommodation and full board
- Cross-country skiing equipment
- Cross-country ski package
- Group of 8 people maximum
- Travel by minivan
- 9 23h sessions with instructor
Not Included
- Transport
- Personal equipment
- Complementary insurances
On option
- Arrived the day before
- Accommodation for 2 in a double room
The program
Day by dayDay of arrival
Reception on the morning of Sunday from 8:30am.
Breakfast (8:30am to 10:00am), accommodation (in the morning, you have a secure room available to leave your luggage), provision of equipment and your Nordic Alp skipass valid from the first day of the course.
Breakfast (8:30am to 10:00am), accommodation (in the morning, you have a secure room available to leave your luggage), provision of equipment and your Nordic Alp skipass valid from the first day of the course.
You can then cross the hamlet of Villeneuve on foot to reach the Nordic area from Pontillas.
The advice of the sports village: we suggest that you arrive before 13:00 to enjoy your first day of vacation, and start sliding.
In the evening, the UCPA staff gives you all the information concerning the supervised sessions that start the next day: constitution of groups, appointment times, highlights of the week.
If you purchased the “arrival the day before” option, we will welcome you between 6 p.m. and 8 p.m. If you plan to arrive after 8 pm, please contact the sports village (email or phone) so that we can send you the code for the front door. You will then find an envelope with your name and instructions for finding your room. Dinner is served until 20:30.
The advice of the sports village: we suggest that you arrive before 13:00 to enjoy your first day of vacation, and start sliding.
In the evening, the UCPA staff gives you all the information concerning the supervised sessions that start the next day: constitution of groups, appointment times, highlights of the week.
If you purchased the “arrival the day before” option, we will welcome you between 6 p.m. and 8 p.m. If you plan to arrive after 8 pm, please contact the sports village (email or phone) so that we can send you the code for the front door. You will then find an envelope with your name and instructions for finding your room. Dinner is served until 20:30.
During your stay
Monday - Serre Chevalier. In the morning, get back in shape and check your level. In the afternoon, technical session in Les Alberts (entrance to the Clarée Valley).
Tuesday - Less technique, more kilometers, day trip in the Clarée valley (Névache) or that of Vallouise.
Wednesday, morning of rest or skiing independently. In the afternoon, departure for a 100% local loop.
Thursday, departure with the minivan early.
You leave for 2 days and 1 night on the site which will offer the best conditions. To Vallouise, to Queyras or even to Italy. In order to rest and to end the week on a high note Friday, you spend the evening in a mountain lodge as close as possible to the chosen Nordic paradise.
Friday, at the end of the day, return to the center of Serre Chevalier.
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.
Wednesday, morning of rest or skiing independently. In the afternoon, departure for a 100% local loop.
Thursday, departure with the minivan early.
You leave for 2 days and 1 night on the site which will offer the best conditions. To Vallouise, to Queyras or even to Italy. In order to rest and to end the week on a high note Friday, you spend the evening in a mountain lodge as close as possible to the chosen Nordic paradise.
Friday, at the end of the day, return to the center of Serre Chevalier.
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.
Last day
After a last unsupervised morning, return of the equipment on Saturday before 12 noon.
Check out of your room no later than 13:00.
Check out of your room no later than 13:00.
Departure from the sports village no later than 2 pm.
SPOT
Les domaines nordiques du Briançonnais
In Queyras, a perfect space for Nordic skiing
Queyras offers several types of landscapes, each more striking than the next. Whatever your option for a memorable vacation, enjoy this preserved nature and the peaks and hamlets of Queyras. This massif is almost untouched by crowds, far from the big ski resorts. So an ideal place to enjoy ski touring. Discover the villages of Saint Veran, Abriès, Ceillac or Molines in Queyras, 28 peaks over 3000m (peak of Font-Sancte 3385m in Ceillac, peak of Rochebrune 3325m in Arvieux, the Bric-Froid 3302m in Abriès, the Bric-Froid 3302m in Abriès, the Sugar Loaf in Ristolas, the Pic d'Asti in Ristolas also or the Tête des Toillies), the view of the Mount Viso, the giant of the South with its 3800m.
Hosting
Accommodation in Grand Serre Chevalier Sports Village
The Serre Chevalier sports village is located at the heart of the practice sites. The rooms are functional and comfortable. They have 4, 5 or 6 beds, with showers and private sinks.
Possibility to book a room for 2 at the time of registration (with supplement), only for stays of 7 days.
ABOUT THE TRIP
Equipment Included
Skis, sticks, shoes
Equipment Included
Skis, sticks, shoes
Address and access
You are coming by car:
From Briançon, drive 10 km in the direction of Grenoble and the Col du Lautaret via the RN 91. At the main roundabout in La Salle-Les-Alpes on the RN 91, take the 2nd exit.
Then, follow the signs for the Fréjus cable car/UCPA (one-way). Cross the bridge and at the end of the car park, take the entrance to the UCPA sports village immediately on the right.
From Grenoble, drive 110 km via the Col du Lautaret via the RN 91. Attention, the passage through the Chambon Tunnel may be regulated. Information Info Route 05 (tel. 04 65 03 00 05). At the main roundabout in La Salle-Les-Alpes on the RN 91, take the 1st exit.
Then, follow the signs for the Fréjus cable car/UCPA (one-way). Cross the bridge and at the end of the car park, take the entrance to the UCPA sports village immediately on the right.
Road info: access to the Lautaret pass on the site of the Hautes-Alpes General Council.
www.inforoute05.fr or voice server on 04 65 03 00 05.
It is recommended to use snow chains. Private parking: adjacent to the sports village, not guarded, free.
Municipal parking, located next to the UCPA car park, is prohibited from 8 p.m. to 9 a.m., under penalty of a fine. It remains free during the day.
You are coming by train:
In Briançon: regular Serre Chevalier Vallée shuttle. Information on 04 92 20 47 50 or on https://www.autocars-resalp.com/lignes-regulieres/bus/briancon-monetier/
Taxi: around €27 (day and night).
In Grenoble: LER 35 line for Briançon. Information on 0 821 202 203 or on www.info-ler.fr
To Oulx via Italy or by Modane: TGV Paris/Turin line: www.05voyeurs.compuis. Correspondence to Briançon with Resalp coaches.
Information on 04 92 20 47 50 or on www.autocars-resalp.com.
Bus stop for the UCPA Grand Serre Che sports village: LA SALLE-LES-ALPES - FREJUS PRE LONG.
UCPA Grand Serre Che Sports Village:
2 Route du Bez - 05240 The Alps Room
Tél.: 00 (333) 4 92 24 74 77
UCPA Grand Serre Che Sports Village:
2 Route du Bez - 05240 The Alps Room
Tél.: 00 (333) 4 92 24 74 77
Address and access
You are coming by car:
From Briançon, drive 10 km in the direction of Grenoble and the Col du Lautaret via the RN 91. At the main roundabout in La Salle-Les-Alpes on the RN 91, take the 2nd exit.
Then, follow the signs for the Fréjus cable car/UCPA (one-way). Cross the bridge and at the end of the car park, take the entrance to the UCPA sports village immediately on the right.
From Grenoble, drive 110 km via the Col du Lautaret via the RN 91. Attention, the passage through the Chambon Tunnel may be regulated. Information Info Route 05 (tel. 04 65 03 00 05). At the main roundabout in La Salle-Les-Alpes on the RN 91, take the 1st exit.
Then, follow the signs for the Fréjus cable car/UCPA (one-way). Cross the bridge and at the end of the car park, take the entrance to the UCPA sports village immediately on the right.
Road info: access to the Lautaret pass on the site of the Hautes-Alpes General Council.
www.inforoute05.fr or voice server on 04 65 03 00 05.
It is recommended to use snow chains. Private parking: adjacent to the sports village, not guarded, free.
Municipal parking, located next to the UCPA car park, is prohibited from 8 p.m. to 9 a.m., under penalty of a fine. It remains free during the day.
You are coming by train:
In Briançon: regular Serre Chevalier Vallée shuttle. Information on 04 92 20 47 50 or on https://www.autocars-resalp.com/lignes-regulieres/bus/briancon-monetier/
Taxi: around €27 (day and night).
In Grenoble: LER 35 line for Briançon. Information on 0 821 202 203 or on www.info-ler.fr
To Oulx via Italy or by Modane: TGV Paris/Turin line: www.05voyeurs.compuis. Correspondence to Briançon with Resalp coaches.
Information on 04 92 20 47 50 or on www.autocars-resalp.com.
Bus stop for the UCPA Grand Serre Che sports village: LA SALLE-LES-ALPES - FREJUS PRE LONG.
UCPA Grand Serre Che Sports Village:
2 Route du Bez - 05240 The Alps Room
Tél.: 00 (333) 4 92 24 74 77
From Briançon, drive 10 km in the direction of Grenoble and the Col du Lautaret via the RN 91. At the main roundabout in La Salle-Les-Alpes on the RN 91, take the 2nd exit.
Then, follow the signs for the Fréjus cable car/UCPA (one-way). Cross the bridge and at the end of the car park, take the entrance to the UCPA sports village immediately on the right.
From Grenoble, drive 110 km via the Col du Lautaret via the RN 91. Attention, the passage through the Chambon Tunnel may be regulated. Information Info Route 05 (tel. 04 65 03 00 05). At the main roundabout in La Salle-Les-Alpes on the RN 91, take the 1st exit.
Then, follow the signs for the Fréjus cable car/UCPA (one-way). Cross the bridge and at the end of the car park, take the entrance to the UCPA sports village immediately on the right.
Road info: access to the Lautaret pass on the site of the Hautes-Alpes General Council.
www.inforoute05.fr or voice server on 04 65 03 00 05.
It is recommended to use snow chains. Private parking: adjacent to the sports village, not guarded, free.
Municipal parking, located next to the UCPA car park, is prohibited from 8 p.m. to 9 a.m., under penalty of a fine. It remains free during the day.
You are coming by train:
In Briançon: regular Serre Chevalier Vallée shuttle. Information on 04 92 20 47 50 or on https://www.autocars-resalp.com/lignes-regulieres/bus/briancon-monetier/
Taxi: around €27 (day and night).
In Grenoble: LER 35 line for Briançon. Information on 0 821 202 203 or on www.info-ler.fr
To Oulx via Italy or by Modane: TGV Paris/Turin line: www.05voyeurs.compuis. Correspondence to Briançon with Resalp coaches.
Information on 04 92 20 47 50 or on www.autocars-resalp.com.
Bus stop for the UCPA Grand Serre Che sports village: LA SALLE-LES-ALPES - FREJUS PRE LONG.
UCPA Grand Serre Che Sports Village:
2 Route du Bez - 05240 The Alps Room
Tél.: 00 (333) 4 92 24 74 77
Equipment not included
For skiing
1 jacket and 1 ski pants, 1 or 2 sweaters or fleeces, 1 warm tights, 1 good pair of gloves or mittens (prefer mittens or snowboard gloves, which are larger and more waterproof than regular ski gloves), 1 ski cap, 1 pair of UV filtering sunglasses, 1 pair of UV filtering sunglasses, 1 pair of UV filtering sunglasses, 1 ski mask, 1 high protection sun cream, 1 lip stick.
1 jacket and 1 ski pants, 1 or 2 sweaters or fleeces, 1 warm tights, 1 good pair of gloves or mittens (prefer mittens or snowboard gloves, which are larger and more waterproof than regular ski gloves), 1 ski cap, 1 pair of UV filtering sunglasses, 1 pair of UV filtering sunglasses, 1 pair of UV filtering sunglasses, 1 ski mask, 1 high protection sun cream, 1 lip stick.
Bring a small padlock to close your closet or to secure your equipment, a water bottle (or a bottle of water), a small backpack in case of meals on the slopes, a lunch box and street shoes.
Bring your own bathroom linen (sheets provided by UCPA).
Bring your own bathroom linen (sheets provided by UCPA).
Equipment not included
For skiing
1 jacket and 1 ski pants, 1 or 2 sweaters or fleeces, 1 warm tights, 1 good pair of gloves or mittens (prefer mittens or snowboard gloves, which are larger and more waterproof than regular ski gloves), 1 ski cap, 1 pair of UV filtering sunglasses, 1 pair of UV filtering sunglasses, 1 pair of UV filtering sunglasses, 1 ski mask, 1 high protection sun cream, 1 lip stick.
Bring a small padlock to close your closet or to secure your equipment, a water bottle (or a bottle of water), a small backpack in case of meals on the slopes, a lunch box and street shoes.
Bring your own bathroom linen (sheets provided by UCPA).
1 jacket and 1 ski pants, 1 or 2 sweaters or fleeces, 1 warm tights, 1 good pair of gloves or mittens (prefer mittens or snowboard gloves, which are larger and more waterproof than regular ski gloves), 1 ski cap, 1 pair of UV filtering sunglasses, 1 pair of UV filtering sunglasses, 1 pair of UV filtering sunglasses, 1 ski mask, 1 high protection sun cream, 1 lip stick.
Bring a small padlock to close your closet or to secure your equipment, a water bottle (or a bottle of water), a small backpack in case of meals on the slopes, a lunch box and street shoes.
Bring your own bathroom linen (sheets provided by UCPA).
Physical intensity
Great sportsman
You are an accomplished athlete with at least 3 activities per week (intense or long running or cycling outings, cross training,...).
You are an accomplished athlete with at least 3 activities per week (intense or long running or cycling outings, cross training,...).
You are able to combine days of high-intensity activities during your vacation week.
Physical intensity
Great sportsman
You are an accomplished athlete with at least 3 activities per week (intense or long running or cycling outings, cross training,...). You are able to combine days of high-intensity activities during your vacation week.
You are an accomplished athlete with at least 3 activities per week (intense or long running or cycling outings, cross training,...). You are able to combine days of high-intensity activities during your vacation week.
Level of expertise
Expert
Technical Level - Expert
Technical Level - Expert
You are an expert in your practice with numerous experiences allowing you to practice in any situation.
Level of expertise
Expert
Technical Level - Expert
You are an expert in your practice with numerous experiences allowing you to practice in any situation.
Technical Level - Expert
You are an expert in your practice with numerous experiences allowing you to practice in any situation.
Management
23 hours of supervision from Monday to Friday by an instructor specializing in Nordic Skiing
Management
23 hours of supervision from Monday to Friday by an instructor specializing in Nordic Skiing
Important information
Sports village welcoming a European population (education provided in French and/or English).
For ecological reasons and energy efficiency, the UCPA center in Serre Chevalier will not open the pool this winter.
For ecological reasons and energy efficiency, the UCPA center in Serre Chevalier will not open the pool this winter.
Important information
Sports village welcoming a European population (education provided in French and/or English).
For ecological reasons and energy efficiency, the UCPA center in Serre Chevalier will not open the pool this winter.
For ecological reasons and energy efficiency, the UCPA center in Serre Chevalier will not open the pool this winter.