What if a trip to the mountains became a real playground?

With Alpvengers, the Pays des Écrins offers a new way to explore its landscapes: connected trails to experience on skis, with your smartphone in hand, combining sports, curiosity, and a spirit of adventure.

The idea is simple: choose a route, open the Alpvengers app, and off you go.

Throughout the route, you can enjoy the experience at your own pace: a few challenges, questions to help you better understand the area, and occasionally a timed challenge for those who like to test their limits… or simply the pleasure of moving forward, gliding, and exploring in a different way. Whether you’re a beginner or an expert, the course is suitable for everyone—and that’s exactly what makes this new attraction such a hit!

This year, the Pays des Écrins will offer five Alpvengers routes, designed for different activities and different seasons.

Starting this winter, two trails will be available, centered around sports that are iconic to the region:

• Cross-country skiing, for a fun and accessible introduction to Nordic skiing,
• Ski touring with the Zag Ski Tour—for those who love to climb high and enjoy the challenge of hiking in the mountains.

Designed as adventures in their own right, the Alpvengers trails invite you to rediscover the Pays des Écrins in a new way: by taking your time, having fun, and letting the mountains surprise you—even on routes you thought you already knew.

It’s up to you to choose your playground… or try both.

Experience cross-country skiing in a whole new way—combining the thrill of gliding, exploration, and a challenge!

Where? On the magnificent trail through the Onde Valley in the heart of Vallouise

How does it work?

• Download the Alpvengers app (iOS & Android).
• Choose how you want to play:
  • Time Trial Mode — challenge the best time, compete against yourself or your friends;
  • Discovery Mode — glide at your own pace, answer quizzes, and learn about the local flora, fauna, and history.

What you earn:
Points, instant rewards from our local partners, and big prizes at the end of the season for the top players in the rankings

Why participate?

• For the joy of Nordic skiing amid breathtaking scenery.
• Push your limits in a fun, connected setting.
• Earn points, climb the leaderboard, and walk away with rewards!

For ski touring enthusiasts, discover our alpine route in a connected and fun format!

Where? On the marked ski-touring route at the Pelvoux-Vallouise resort, starting from the chairlift at the base of the slopes.

How does it work?

• Launch the Alpvengers app before putting on your climbing skins.
• Follow the route and combine performance with strategy:
  • Time Trial: Try to set the fastest time;
  • Discovery: Learn as you make your way along the white trail.

An immersive experience:
This trail turns every climb into an adventure: photo challenges, quizzes, leaderboards, sharing with the community… a unique way to experience ski touring.

Rewards:
Points earned, challenges completed, podium finishes… every effort counts toward end-of-season prizes!

For more information, please contact us at 04 92 23 36 12