Discover the magic of ice climbing without heading to the high mountains at the Villar d'Arène site!
The ideal place to start or perfect your technique in an accessible and spectacular setting.
This waterfall is located in a natural setting but is artificially fed, offering accessible and varied routes so that everyone can learn the basics of using ice axes and crampons, as well as the fundamental techniques of belaying and ice climbing. You will try out several routes as you gain confidence in yourself, the equipment, and your belayer, all under the watchful eye of your mountain guide.
This promises to be an unforgettable first encounter with ice climbing and is the perfect way to prepare for more challenging outings in natural environments.
Meet your guide at 8:30 a.m. or 1 p.m. for the half-day tour.
At 8:30 a.m. / 9 a.m. for the full-day tour.
Outing with a certified mountain guide or instructor
Professional Civil Liability Insurance
Group technical gear (rope…)
Personal Accident Insurance
Appropriate clothing for your activity (long-johns, fleece/softshell jacket, down jacket, gore-tex jacket, ski pants, ski socks, warm hat, warm gloves, thin gloves)
Ski goggles, sunglasses, sunscreen
Water Bottle or thermos, food and snacks
helmet
harness
A pair of ice climbing ice axes + ice climbing crampons
Mountain boots that work with crampons
backpack (around 35L)
Picnic for during the day
Accessible to anyone in good physical condition. Not being afraid of heights is a plus!
If you’re athletic and not afraid of the cold, then don’t hesitate to try the frozen water adventure ;)