A day out for couples in Ailefroide
Micro-adventureThe charm of the authentic village of Ailefroide
A day out of time in Ailefroide
At the end of the Pays des Écrins, set off on a winter micro-adventure in one of the most preserved villages in the Écrins National Park: Ailefroide. In winter, this authentic hamlet is cut off from the world and can only be reached on foot or by ski. Allow about 1h30 of walking to reach this little paradise where serenity and wide open spaces reign.
Snowshoeing and meeting with the chamois
The experience starts at 1:30 p.m., starting from the Claux tunnel. Snowshoes on your feet, you follow a certified mountain guide through a snowy setting to the chamois wintering area. With the help of the spotting scope, you can discreetly observe these elegant “mountain antelopes” in their natural habitat. A special moment, far from the noise and bustle.
Gourmet break before the adventure
And if you want to prolong the pleasure, nothing prevents you from arriving earlier for lunch at the Auberge Saint Antoine. Located just two minutes from the tunnel, this warm address offers 100% homemade cuisine, to be enjoyed in a recently renovated room or on a terrace with a view of the peaks.
Here, everything invites you to slow down: the clean air, the silence of the snow, the grandiose landscapes. An ideal interlude to reconnect with nature, treat yourself to a moment of calm, and experience the mountains in a different way.
Places of practice
- Starting point : Tunnel des Claux, municipality of Pelvoux-Vallouise.
- Access to Ailefroide : About 1h30 on foot or on skis from the tunnel.
- Chamois wintering area : Accessible accompanied by a professional, to guarantee the tranquility of the fauna.
