La Grave and Alpe dHuez Off Piste
Overview
Introduction
An off piste week with huge descents (up to 2,150m) in the mythical off piste mecca of La Grave, as well as Les Deux Alpes and Alpe d'Huez. Local expert, IFMGA Mountain Guide, Greg Sauget, will guide this week. Greg had been guiding for Jagged Globe for over a decade and is a fluent English speaker.
The week will be a mixture of lift-assisted descents and those requiring skinning to access the best snow (skins and touring bindings are therefore required).
Course base: La Grave
Course Structure
On our intermediate-advanced off piste courses, you can expect to be working on skills whilst making big and varied off piste descents throughout the week. Course schedules are subject to change depending on weather and snow conditions.Outline Programme
| Day 1: | Course participants meet at the course base 7pm. Briefing on the week's activities. The Course Director will organise any hire equipment or boot fittings for the following morning. |
| Day 2: | Skiing day, refreshing skills, using avalanche kit and ski touring gear in la Grave. Ski the "Vallon de la Meije" off piste. |
| Day 3: | Drive to L'Alpe d'Huez and ski the "Grand Sablat" and "Col du Cerisier" off-piste itineraries. |
| Day 4: | Ski the "Vallon de Chancel" off-piste itinerary in La Grave. |
| Day 5: | Drive to and ski in Les Deux Alpe. Ski the "Clot de Chalance" and "Lac de Mantel". |
| Day 6: | Return to L'Alpe d'Huez and ascend the "Col de la Pyramide" or on to the summit of Pic Bayle (3,465m). Ski down to Vaujany or even further to Lac de Grand Maison, then get a taxi back to L'Alpe d'Huez. |
| Day 7: | Ski in La Grave. "Brèche Pacave" or "Vallon de la Selle" (short taxi travel back to La Grave). |
| Day 8: | Dispersal. Breakfast will be provided on the last morning before leaving the course. |
Pre-Course Skiing Ability
Grade: 10B [ Ski Grading ]The course is designed for intermediate to advanced off piste skiers and ski tourers who are able to ski efficiently and in control in all snow types. You will use skins on several days, so you must have previous experience of using them for at least a few days. A good level of fitness will allow you to enjoy the descents and improve your skiing further.
Avalanche Awareness and Risk
As soon as you head off piste, you need to be aware of avalanche risks, although some areas close to the resort may be controlled. Your coaches/guides are all well versed in avalanche avoidance and will educate you in safety matters and rescue procedures. However, by its very nature, off piste skiing is a risky business, not just because of avalanche danger, but also from the danger posed by hidden rocks, streams, small cliffs or tree branches, not to mention other skiers.Additional Information
If you wish to discuss any aspect of the ski or your suitability for it, please phone +44 (0)114 276 3322 or contact us.Dates & Prices
| Date | Meeting in | Availability | |
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| Sat 17 Jan – Sat 24 Jan 2026 | La Grave |
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| 2 places left with £75 early booking offer | £1,625 £1,550 |
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| Sat 7 Feb – Sat 14 Feb 2026 | La Grave |
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| 2 places left with £75 early booking offer | £1,625 £1,550 |
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Group size: 3 – 6 people.
Single room supplement: £175
For comparison, this course starts from £232 (GBP) per day (price Without Flights).
What the price includes
- 7 nights' hotel accommodation in La Grave on a twin-sharing, half-board basis
- 6 days' ski guiding with an IFMGA Mountain Guide (including all the Guide's fees and expenses). Ratio 1:6 maximum
- Private road transport to fulfil the course programme (mix of minibus and/or Guides' cars)
- Taxi back from La de Grand Maison to L'Alpe d'Huez and from La Selle to La Grave (if necessary)
What the price does not include
- Travel to/from La Grave
- Lunch
- Ski passes
- Skis, boots and equipment hire
- Avalanche Safety Gear (digital transceiver, metal shovel, 240cm + avalanche probe)
- Travel Insurance
- Tips
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Fly to Lyon. Transfer by coach to La Grave (Check times on-line at Linkbus).
Valley accommodation is in the 2-star Hotel Castillan in the village of La Grave.
Duration
7 Nights(6 days skiing)
Prices
Without Flights
from £1,550.00 deposit £160.00** Final payment due 42 days before departure
Difficulty
Downloads
- Full Detailsski+offpiste+lagrave+alpedhuez.pdf ~346Kb
- UIAA Transceiver Safety2_UIAA-Avalanche-Beacons-Recommendation.pdf ~308Kb
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