Off Piste Skiing in Alps - La Grave
La Grave photo gallery
Pure Powder insight
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Off piste only
With no controlled pistes, only large amounts of off piste terrain, La Grave is best explored with an experienced guide
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Best to be fit
In order to find those virgin powder slopes you should be prepared to walk on skins or skis if needed
Best for
Challenging off piste skiing in a big mountain wilderness
Key Features
- Unique big mountain wilderness skiing, accessible by lifts
- Step back in time to experience a true mountaineer's resort
The terrain
Huge variety, from high glaciers to beautiful open bowls, small chutes, and steep tree skiing
Prices
From €1,715 per person
Getting there
1hr transfer from Grenoble or 2hrs transfer from Lyon
Guide View
"La Grave is the closest you can come to big mountain adventure skiing from a lift. In La Grave, the skier has to adapt to the mountain and not the other way around"
Stefan Palm, Lead Guide, La Grave
Booking your trip
Choose from our range of trips to suit your powder skiing experience or contact us for a tailor-made trip:
What's included
- Comfortable shared accommodation
- Breakfast & Dinner
- A qualified mountain guide
- Transport from/to Grenoble airport
Not included
- Ski hire (if required)
- Ski Passes
- Lunch & drinks
- Single supplements
- Insurance and flights - see Trip Preparation for special rates
Locations in Europe
Click on a resort name for more information
- Klosters boasts a huge amount of accessible off-piste including open meadows and steep trees
- Zermatt is home to classic north facing runs with spectacular views of the highest mountains in the Alps
- Chamonix is a hugely versatile option great for first timers and experienced off piste skiers
- La Grave is a powder skier's dream - with no marked pistes and unbelievable wilderness skiing
Trips in La Grave
The following trips are available:
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6 day Big Mountain Skiing
Challenge yourself with the steepest off-piste lines we can find and get your heart pounding with a mix of off-piste skiing, couloirs and steep skiing. For advanced powder skiers only. The trip includes 7 nights of accommodation and 6 full days of skiing. Prices from € 1,715 per person
Accommodation
Staying in the centuries old charismatic coaching inn - Hotel L'Edelweiss is your La Grave accommodation and is less than 5 minutes walk to the ski lift. Enjoy the cosy atmosphere surrounded by skiing enthusiasts, relax in the bar in the evenings with a choice of over 400 different wines. You will be served traditional, rustic food every day and the price includes breakfast and a 4-course dinner. The lodge is also equipped with a jacuzzi and sauna and offers WIFI access in the communal area.
