Bureau des Guides Oisans l'Alpe d'Huez

Alpe d'Huez
- Providers
The guides office of theAlpe d'Huez is a small team of high mountain guides and mountain leaders who will
offers to discover the hidden side of one of the largest international ski resorts.
Off-piste skiing: let yourself be guided off the marked slopes by mountain professionals with perfect knowledge of the environment and current snow conditions. Be in the best place at the best time!

The Grand Sablat glacier: a descent of almost 2000m of vertical drop, starting from the Pic Blanc on the opposite side of the ski area, wide slopes or corridors for the more experienced, let yourself be guided in complete safety on a magical and wild route which will take you into the Ferrant valley to the charming village of Clavans: Our little white valley!

Ski touring: let yourself be guided on wild routes suitable for all levels. A great discovery accessible to all!
Want to go a little further? From discovery to the most prestigious raids, explore the world of high mountains on skis and seal skins. For a day or over several days with night(s) in a refuge(s).
Grandes Rousses Massif: Grandes Buffes, the Complete Rousses Crossing in the day, the Pic de l’Etendard…
Ecrins Massif: the Tour de La Meije, the Enfetchores, Col and Tête du Replat. Also in the Cerces, the Queyras but also ski raids at other latitudes like in Türkiye…

Ice climbing: come and discover this ephemeral world, from initiation to big waterfalls... Magic, variance of colors and textures, let yourself be carried away by unusual and new sensations! This fun activity is accessible to all (from 12 years old) on our initiation sites, in the heart of the Alpe d'Huez ski area, thrills and sensations guaranteed!
The waterfalls of Vaujany, on the southern slope, offer very beautiful sunny possibilities for all levels. The Vallons de La Grave and the Devil's Valleys are world-renowned for the diversity of their waterfalls. Whether you're new to the sport or want to improve your skills, the Oisans massif and the Ecrins are immense playgrounds for this activity. An unusual activity to discover without delay!


Winter mountaineering / glacier hiking: we invite you to discover the wild landscapes of the high mountains. (Subject to snow conditions)

Discovery skiing: Head out onto the slopes of one of the largest ski areas in the world with a guide who will help you discover things you've never seen before. Time is precious, let yourself be guided!

We offer private off-piste skiing excursions tailored to your level and desires on more than 70 different routes.
We organize group outings for half a day or a full day.
We also offer ski touring, snowshoeing, ice climbing, etc. Contact us without hesitation!
Tips and Suggestions

Free loan of safety equipment necessary for off-piste skiing:
DVA (avalanche victim detector) – Shovel – Probe – Backpack.

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Opening

Opening hours from November 30, 2024 to April 21, 2025
MondayOpen from 08:45 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and from 14:30 p.m. to 17:30 p.m.
TuesdayOpen from 08:45 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and from 14:30 p.m. to 17:30 p.m.
WednesdayOpen from 08:45 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and from 14:30 p.m. to 17:30 p.m.
ThursdayOpen from 08:45 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and from 14:30 p.m. to 17:30 p.m.
FridayOpen from 08:45 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and from 14:30 p.m. to 17:30 p.m.
SaturdayOpen from 08:45 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and from 14:30 p.m. to 17:30 p.m.
SundayOpen from 08:45 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and from 14:30 p.m. to 17:30 p.m.

The guides' office can be reached all year round by email or telephone in addition to the physical reception provided during the winter period.

Rates

Further information) :
– Group rates for 1/2 day: €130
– Group daily rates: €170
– Prices for private half-day guide engagement: €1 (group of 2 to 370 people) + €1/additional person (max 4 depending on conditions)
– Private engagement rates for the day guide: €500 (group of 1 to 4 people) + €50/additional person (max 8 depending on conditions)
– Grand Sablat Glacier return ski touring day: €170/person.
– Grand Sablat Glacier return taxi day: €200/person.
– Grand Sablat Glacier + Vallon de la Meije day: €250/person.
– Other prices on request

Payment methods

  • Bank / credit card
  • Cheque
  • Classic Holiday Vouchers
  • Cash
  • Bank transfer

Practical information

We speak: German, English, Spanish, French, Italian, Dutch
No wheelchair access.

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Address

73 route des lacs
Rond point des pistes
Chalet ESF
38750 Alpe d’Huez
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