Original Adventures and Hikes
The unusual mountain – Awakening all your senses
Join us for sensory activities where each of your senses is awakened by the natural environment. From the scent of the forests to the feel of natural materials, or the taste of local products, these experiences connect you deeply with nature.
Our unusual mountain experiences promise to revive your senses and create unforgettable memories, whether you’re exploring solo, with family, or with friends.
We also offer relaxation hikes, wellness treks, and yoga sessions…
Our Products & outing Ideas
We offer a selection of experiences for which we have prepared practical information sheets, available on request. Depending on the composition of your family, group, or tribe, we tailor each outing to ensure meaningful moments, memorable experiences, and true rejuvenation.
Make your selection and contact us via the enquiry form. We will send you a personalised proposal that best matches your expectations and our availability calendar.
A Winter Escape in Sommand
At the end of the day, as the sky’s lights merge with the winter hues, we invite you to a gentle and contemplative immersion in the heart of the Sommand Mountains.
Equipped with snowshoes, we will set out on an accessible walk, guided by the observation of tracks and signs left by the local wildlife.
At the end of the walk, a small igloo village will welcome us. Inside these ephemeral shelters, shaped from snow, a timeless interlude awaits: a storytelling session, inspiring imagination and daydreams, will enrich the experience.
Finally, by a crackling fire, a convivial moment will be offered: homemade jam-topped toasts, roasted marshmallows, and a warm atmosphere to conclude this winter evening in a simple, comforting spirit.
What will charm you: An inspiring and calming experience that blends nature, discovery, and a winter atmosphere. Accessible to all—families, groups of friends, curious explorers, and lovers of authentic moments—it offers a true enchanted pause in the mountains.
Program: Meeting point: Hôtel Les Roches 1500 / Route de la Ramaz / Plateau de Sommand – Mieussy, from 5:00 PM to 7:30 PM, Fridays throughout winter.
Highlights:
No particular physical difficulty – a route combining nature and treats
Stunning scenery and a timeless moment
Requirements: Enjoy blending into nature Take your time Appreciate disconnection Snow equipment: suitable shoes and clothing
Price includes:
Supervision by a passionate mountain guide (André) and a storyteller/guide (Laurence) specializing in treats and stories
Snowshoes and the snack
Rates: Adults: €20 Children 5–16 years old: €15 Reservation required by Wednesday evening. In partnership with André from Vecteur Montagne and Hôtel Les Roches 1500.
For booking or more information: Contact Us
Snowshoeing & Outdoor Fondue – Gourmet Night Experience
Experience a magical mountain evening, combining nature, gourmet delights and local know-how. As night falls, set off on a guided snowshoe walk across the Sommand Plateau, accompanied by passionate professionals from the French Ski School (ESF). Back from the walk, enjoy a convivial moment with an apéritif followed by an open-air Savoyard fondue, in a warm and authentic mountain atmosphere. A timeless experience in the heart of snowy landscapes.
The Poudre d’Escampette advantages
A local and immersive experience
A partnership with ESF Sommand, ensuring quality and safety
Sharing, conviviality and local terroir
The perfect activity to start the year on a high note
Who is it for?
Adults / Families / Groups of friends / Mountain lovers seeking authentic experiences
Program
Meeting time: 5:30 pm 📍 ESF Sommand – Sommand Plateau 🤝 In partnership with ESF Sommand and Poudre d’Escampette
Snow equipment: suitable shoes and clothing required
Price includes
Supervision by a qualified mountain guide / ski instructor
Aperitif – Fondue – Drinks
Prices
Adults: €37
Children (6–16 years): €30
Not included: Snowshoes (available as an optional extra) & local rental shops in Sommand
⚠️ Advance booking required by Wednesday at noon
👉 Optional
Génépi-making workshop to extend the experience and discover a traditional Alpine craft €20 per person
Information & booking
Poudre d’Escampette 📧 contact@poudre-descampette.fr
📞 +33 (0)7 68 29 63 75 – Laurence
ESF Sommand 📧 contact@esf-sommand-mieussy.com
📞 +33 (0)4 50 34 24 21
👉 To book or request information: Contact us
❄️ Sortie Raquettes & Fondue en plein air ❄️ Nocturne gourmande à Sommand.pdf
Peat bog bath
Guided by a mediator from the UNESCO Chablais Geopark, explore a fascinating ecosystem at the interface of land and water—barefoot. Feel the springiness of sphagnum mats under your feet, discover the hidden treasures of the peat bog, and let yourself be carried away by a moment of well-being in perfect harmony with nature.
An immersion of sensations and discoveries:
A barefoot trail that stimulates reflex zones in the feet, improves blood circulation, and provides a deep sense of relaxation.
Awakening of the senses through contact with peat, sphagnum moss, and the emblematic plants of the bogs.
Encounters with exceptional biodiversity, from carnivorous plants to dragonflies, alpine newts, and brown frogs.
A journey through time: explore a living environment shaped since the last Ice Age and learn about its crucial role in climate regulation.
Why take the adventure?
A well-being experience that strengthens the body and soothes the mind.
A deep reconnection with nature, far from the daily hustle.
An ecological awareness of the importance of peatlands in preserving our environment.
An extraordinary experience—let nature guide you. Highlights: a passionate and engaging guide, full nature immersion, and a friendly gourmet break. From age 6 – Price per person: €35
©Gilles Piel – CCMontagne du Giffre For booking or more information: Contact us
Chamois Watching in Autumn
Chamois Watching in Autumn – A Wild Adventure on the Sommand Plateau
Autumn is a unique season in the mountains, a time when nature is adorned with a thousand warm colors, when the air is crisp and pure, and when animal life follows its secret rhythm, almost invisible to hurried eyes. On the Sommand Plateau, above the village of Mieussy, lies a preserved, wild, and fascinating world, where chamois watching becomes much more than a simple outing: it's a total immersion in the natural world, a journey to the heart of the mountains, their colors, and their sounds.
Arriving at our hide, we make ourselves as small as possible, almost invisible. The secret to this experience lies in patience and respect for the animal. The chamois, curious yet cautious, move with grace and lightness. Their movements are precise, almost choreographed by years of adaptation to this demanding environment. Observing a herd in its natural habitat, watching it move among the rocks and alpine pastures, sometimes stopping to graze, sometimes freezing to scan the horizon, provides a profound sense of connection with nature.
The experience is not limited to observing the chamois.
Focus on the Sommand peat bog and the surrounding peaks: It is also a complete sensory journey: the scent of the damp earth, the taste of the fresh, pure air, the feel of dry grasses under our fingers, the play of light on the rocks and fallen leaves. The mountains become a playground for discovery, a place where we learn to see and feel what we often overlook in everyday life.
And as a reward, a Savoyard afternoon snack.
In short, observing chamois in the autumn on the Sommand plateau is much more than an activity: it's a sensory journey, a lesson in patience and respect, and an immersion in the wild nature of Haute-Savoie. Whether you're passionate about wildlife, a mountain lover, or simply looking for a moment of relaxation and wonder, this experience promises lasting memories and a profound connection with a world we have too often forgotten.
A half-day excursion to enjoy the tranquility of the mountains in autumn Theme: Nature and Gourmet
• Mode of transport: On foot • Location: Sommand Plateau • Target audience: All ages
To book or simply request information : Contactez-nous
Micro-Adventure: Hiking & Packrafting
Do you know Packrafting?
It’s simply a small, ultra-light inflatable boat that you can carry in your backpack during a hike and then use to navigate waterways.
For this half-day micro-adventure, we invite you to explore hiking and packrafting through preserved forests and gliding waters.
From Menthon-Saint-Bernard, we’ll hike leisurely to the Roc de Chère Nature Reserve, a wild little corner of forest, viewpoints, and limestone cliffs. The ascent winds through shaded trails with a beautiful variety of landscapes. Once at the top, several exceptional viewpoints over Lake Annecy offer the perfect spot for a photo break.
Then we head to our secret beach to launch our packrafts.
The return to Menthon-Saint-Bernard is done gliding across turquoise waters, weaving between reed beds and cliffs, with breathtaking views of Duingt Castle.
A magical moment is guaranteed, especially at sunset! Price per person: €60
For booking or more information: Contact us
Autumn Break: NATURE OUTING – Chamois watching, peat bog discovery & alpine snack
Chamois Watching in Autumn – A Wild Adventure on the Sommand Plateau
Autumn is a unique season in the mountains, a time when nature is adorned with a thousand warm colors, when the air is crisp and pure, and when animal life follows its secret rhythm, almost invisible to hurried eyes. On the Sommand Plateau, above the village of Mieussy, lies a preserved, wild, and fascinating world, where chamois watching becomes much more than a simple outing: it's a total immersion in the natural world, a journey to the heart of the mountains, their colors, and their sounds.
Arriving at our hide, we make ourselves as small as possible, almost invisible. The secret to this experience lies in patience and respect for the animal. The chamois, curious yet cautious, move with grace and lightness. Their movements are precise, almost choreographed by years of adaptation to this demanding environment. Observing a herd in its natural habitat, watching it move among the rocks and alpine pastures, sometimes stopping to graze, sometimes freezing to scan the horizon, provides a profound sense of connection with nature.
The experience is not limited to observing the chamois.
Focus on the Sommand peat bog and the surrounding peaks: It is also a complete sensory journey: the scent of the damp earth, the taste of the fresh, pure air, the feel of dry grasses under our fingers, the play of light on the rocks and fallen leaves. The mountains become a playground for discovery, a place where we learn to see and feel what we often overlook in everyday life.
And as a reward, a Savoyard afternoon snack.
In short, observing chamois in the autumn on the Sommand plateau is much more than an activity: it's a sensory journey, a lesson in patience and respect, and an immersion in the wild nature of Haute-Savoie. Whether you're passionate about wildlife, a mountain lover, or simply looking for a moment of relaxation and wonder, this experience promises lasting memories and a profound connection with a world we have too often forgotten.
A half-day excursion to enjoy the tranquility of the mountains in autumn Theme: Nature and Gourmet
• Mode of transport: On foot • Location: Sommand Plateau • Target audience: All ages
For booking or more information: Contact us
