On the final slope to the Tete de Very

The Ultimate Annecy Ski Touring Week

7 fabulous ski tours all within an hour's drive of Annecy

Ski Touring Moderate, Difficult

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On the final slope to the Tete de Very
On the final slope to the Tete de Very

Description

Generally there is a choice to be made in winter between a ski trip and a city trip but if you head to Annecy, you can have both! All you need is ski touring kit, a hire car and plenty of enthusiasm. You'll also need to consume plenty of calories, but that will be easy given the excellent range of restaurants that can be found in the region!

In stark contrast to most of the offerings around Chamonix, these tours are generally not too tough and do not feature any truly steep or extreme skiing. All offer huge views and are remarkably quiet despite their proximity to large towns.

For the perfect week of ski touring and city culture, look no further.

Routes included

Tête de la Sallaz - Couloir de la Salletaz

Tête de la Sallaz - Couloir de la Salletaz

An easy ski tour to a perfectly positioned peak, followed by a steep and exciting descent. Ski touring doesn't get much better!

Difficult Ski Touring

Distance
5 km
Ascent
468 m
Descent
741 m

Combe à Marion

Combe à Marion

An exciting ski tour in one of the wilder parts of the Aravis.

Difficult Ski Touring

Distance
3.7 km
Ascent
765 m
Descent
765 m

Pointe de Merdassier West-Northwest Face

Pointe de Merdassier West-Northwest Face

A scenic tour which comes into condition quickly and therefore makes for a good early season objective.

Difficult Ski Touring

Distance
4.2 km
Ascent
845 m
Descent
844 m

Les Quatre Têtes North Couloir

Les Quatre Têtes North Couloir

A long tour through staggering scenery which culminates with a descent of a beautiful hanging face.

Difficult Ski Touring

Distance
12 km
Ascent
1.4 km
Descent
1.4 km
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