Discover splitboarding (snowboard touring) at La Grave

Organized by Snowlegend

Activity Snapshot

Spoken languages: English, French, Italian, Spanish, German
Minimum age: From 12 years-old and up
Cancellation policy: flexible More info
Opening seasons:
  • J
  • F
  • M
  • A
  • M
  • J
  • J
  • A
  • S
  • O
  • N
  • D

Activity description

Discover splitboard freeride, a discipline close to snowboarding and ski touring, in one of the most beautiful resorts of France in La Grave - Meije!

Thanks to splitboard, you will explore the great wild spaces and virgin slopes, while having fun in quality snow! You will discover hidden spots full of charms for invigorating freeride runs!

Snowlegend, specialist in mountain activities since 1993, proposes you to learn splitboard, a snowboard that splits in two lengthwise to form two skis. They then become real touring skis on the way up and turn into a snowboard on the way down. Pleasure guaranteed in both directions!

Your Snowlegend instructor guide will introduce you to this discipline that will change your vision of freeride! With the split, forget the ski lifts, it is with the strength of your legs that you climb! What could be more ecological? You will make an hour or more of ascent to reach then beautiful freeride descents. When you reach the top, you have a 10-minute manipulation to go from the ascent configuration to the descent configuration, with a real board on your feet. Your instructor will be there to coach and advise you, to introduce you to this unusual discipline and improve your technique.

Perched on the heights of the impressive off-piste domain of La Grave - Meije, unique in Europe, the mountain offers itself to you: you walk on itineraries accessible to all physical and technical levels, and you savor this moment of freedom and pure happiness!

So come and glide in the Ecrins National Park and get initiated to splitboarding and breathe the pure mountain air!

Offers

1
Full day group excursion
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Discover the splitboard during a group day with Snowlegend ! 

You can book several days that do not necessarily follow each other, and then organize with the guide.

Course of events

- Appointment between 8:00 am and 8:30 am (variable depending on weather conditions, itinerary and snow conditions)

- Meeting with your guide in music with a coffee, check of the safety equipment and gliding together.

- Equipment on site: Nightingale helmets, Dva-Element Barryvox, shovel, light probe, harness. (Possibility to rent avalanche airbag Mammut -18€/day- to reserve).

After your sessions, you can enjoy a moment of relaxation and fun with the guides and instructors back at their place. They offer you the Chartreuse aperitif while your belongings dry in the heated room with shoe dryer.

Many services are available on site such as massage (by appointment) with a specialist, sharpening, waxing at the Pro-shop...

Activity requirements

All participants must be very good skiers (comfortable on red to black slopes) and all children must be accompanied by an adult.

Special terms

Snowlegend shop offers the rental of freeride skis or snowboards adapted to the terrain of La Grave or avalanche airbags to the youngest ones or if they are already well equipped to the parents.

The La Grave Snowlegend freeride shop, located in front of the La Meije glacier cable car, is committed to offering you the best choice of equipment in perfect condition, adapted to the magical slopes of La Meije and its snow conditions.

You will find a wide choice of freeride skis, cross-country skis, snowboards, splitboards and avalanche safety pack. Many of these references make you dream (as they are rare for rental). The skiman pays particular attention to the preparation of the edges, the sole and waxing according to the temperatures and the quality of the snow. Boots and helmets are dried and sanitized after each return of rental. The avalanche air bags are checked before each outing as well as the DVAs.

- Lunch is to be foreseen at the Refuge de Chancel at 2508m, or at the restaurant D'en Haut at 3200m or in the village at 1450m depending on the itinerary! Very good value for money.

OR you can take your picnic. 

- For lift passes, count 50€ per day (Snowlegend rate). Reduced rate at 40€ for under 25 years old.

- Or : get your ski pass at the Glacier cable car of La Meije.

Possibility to book at preferential rates for skiing, snowboarding, ski touring, splitboarding.

They can adapt themselves to groups and speak English, French, Italian, German and Spanish.

Do not forget to bring
  • picnic with snack and water
Sensation Level:

Adventurous

Fitness level:

Sporty

Duration:

full day

Minimum age:

From 12 years-old and up

Meeting point:

At the Snowlegend chalet: In front of la Meije Glacier skilift, RD1091, 05320 La Grave - La Meije

Included:
  • helmet / harness
  • security backpack : DVA, shovel, probe
  • coffee at the shop & facilities
Excluded:
  • ski lift pass
  • splitboard equipment
  • Ski equipment (Possibility to book ski, snowboard, ski touring, splitboard at a preferential rate)
2
Private guiding
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Discover the splitboard during a private guide engagement day!

You can book several days that do not necessarily follow each other, and then organize with the guide.

Course of events

- Appointment between 8:00 am and 8:30 am (variable depending on weather conditions, itinerary and snow conditions)

- Meeting with your guide in music with a coffee, check of the safety equipment and gliding together.

- Equipment on site: Nightingale helmets, Dva-Element Barryvox, shovel, light probe, harness. (Possibility to rent avalanche airbag Mammut -18€/day- to reserve).

After your sessions, you can enjoy a moment of relaxation and fun with the guides and instructors back at their place. They offer you the Chartreuse aperitif while your belongings dry in the heated room with shoe dryer.

Many services are available on site such as massage (by appointment) with a specialist, sharpening, waxing at the Pro-shop...

Activity requirements

All participants must be very good skiers (comfortable on red to black slopes) and all children must be accompanied by an adult.

Special terms

Snowlegend shop offers the rental of freeride skis or snowboards adapted to the terrain of La Grave or avalanche airbags to the youngest ones or if they are already well equipped to the parents.

The La Grave Snowlegend freeride shop, located in front of the La Meije glacier cable car, is committed to offering you the best choice of equipment in perfect condition, adapted to the magical slopes of La Meije and its snow conditions.

You will find a wide choice of freeride skis, cross-country skis, snowboards, splitboards and avalanche safety pack. Many of these references make you dream (as they are rare for rental). The skiman pays particular attention to the preparation of the edges, the sole and waxing according to the temperatures and the quality of the snow. Boots and helmets are dried and sanitized after each return of rental. The avalanche air bags are checked before each outing as well as the DVAs.

- Lunch is to be foreseen at the Refuge de Chancel at 2508m, or at the restaurant D'en Haut at 3200m or in the village at 1450m depending on the itinerary! Very good value for money.

OR you can take a picnic. 

- For lift passes, count 50€ per day (Snowlegend rate). Reduced rate at 40€ for under 25 years old.

- Or : get your ski pass at the Glacier cable car of La Meije.

Possibility to book at preferential rates for skiing, snowboarding, ski touring, splitboarding.

They can adapt themselves to groups and speak English, French, Italian, German and Spanish.

Do not forget to bring
  • picnic with snack and water
Sensation Level:

Adventurous

Fitness level:

Sporty

Duration:

full day

Minimum age:

From 12 years-old and up

Meeting point:

At the Snowlegend chalet: In front of la Meije Glacier skilift, RD1091, 05320 La Grave - La Meije

Included:
  • helmet / harness
  • security backpack : DVA, shovel, probe
  • coffee at the shop & facilities
Excluded:
  • ski lift pass
  • splitboard equipment
  • Ski equipment (Possibility to book ski, snowboard, ski touring, splitboard at a preferential rate)
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by credit card or Paypal

Meeting point

At the Snowlegend chalet: In front of la Meije Glacier skilift, RD1091, 05320 La Grave - La Meije Get directions

Cancellation policy

Cancellation 4 days or more prior to the agreed activity date
You will be automatically refunded for the full amount for the activity
4 days
Cancellation between 48 and 96 hours prior to the agreed activity date
You are entitled to a 50% refund
48 hrs
Cancellation 48 hours or later prior to the agreed activity date
No refund will be possible
Weather Guarantee
Regardless of the date, if the activity is cancelled due to bad weather conditions, you will be offered a refund or the chance to reschedule