Eco-Bivouac, summer-winter igloo village
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4 seasons experience in the heart of the Bauges Regional Nature Park, facing Mont-Blanc.
Winter, to take a break from skiing and experience nature up close, we meet at Semnoz at an altitude of 1700m in a village of igloos. Next to the traditional snow igloos, alti-domes are set up for all-season bivouac.
Thus, even the most cold-sensitive can enjoy a night in the heart of nature, even in the middle of winter! But for them, it will be under an alti-dome, a wooden and canvas igloo with a panoramic roof, where comfort is ensured by a wood stove. A cozy, warm interior, a structure that is 100% recyclable and energy self-sufficient, it couldn't be better.
We reach the domes and igloos of the Eco-Bivouac Village d'Igloos with snowshoes by torchlight, following the guide who leads the way. Once there, we meet our neighbors for the evening around the snow bar, and under a giant alti-dome (49 m2, energy self-sufficient, without electricity or water supply) we share delicious local dishes from a nearby restaurateur and a truly unique evening. Finally comes the long-awaited moment to take possession of our real igloo or alti-dome for the night!
In summer, to go a bit further and get closer to the forest, Alpes Bivouac also offers the nomadic bivouac, a night under the stars in a hammock in the heart of the Bauges forest. Fresh air guaranteed.
✯ Winter season from late November to mid-April ✯
✯ Summer season from early May to late September ✯
Winter, to take a break from skiing and experience nature up close, we meet at Semnoz at an altitude of 1700m in a village of igloos. Next to the traditional snow igloos, alti-domes are set up for all-season bivouac.
Thus, even the most cold-sensitive can enjoy a night in the heart of nature, even in the middle of winter! But for them, it will be under an alti-dome, a wooden and canvas igloo with a panoramic roof, where comfort is ensured by a wood stove. A cozy, warm interior, a structure that is 100% recyclable and energy self-sufficient, it couldn't be better.
We reach the domes and igloos of the Eco-Bivouac Village d'Igloos with snowshoes by torchlight, following the guide who leads the way. Once there, we meet our neighbors for the evening around the snow bar, and under a giant alti-dome (49 m2, energy self-sufficient, without electricity or water supply) we share delicious local dishes from a nearby restaurateur and a truly unique evening. Finally comes the long-awaited moment to take possession of our real igloo or alti-dome for the night!
In summer, to go a bit further and get closer to the forest, Alpes Bivouac also offers the nomadic bivouac, a night under the stars in a hammock in the heart of the Bauges forest. Fresh air guaranteed.
✯ Winter season from late November to mid-April ✯
✯ Summer season from early May to late September ✯
Village d'Igloos du Semnoz
Crêt de Chatillon
Leschaux
74000 Annecy, France
Tel : +33 (0)6 99 88 74 74
From 129 EURCrêt de Chatillon
Leschaux
74000 Annecy, France
Tel : +33 (0)6 99 88 74 74
Pricing details
Rates 2020, starting at €149 per person.The package includes snowshoe and torchlight walks, an aperitif around the fire, dinner and a dance evening, overnight stay in an igloo, and breakfast. All options can be found on the Alpes Bivouac website.
Price per person, in a 100% natural snow igloo (7m2) or Alti-Dôme with panoramic roof (10m2)
✦ 2-person occupancy, €149
✦ 3-person occupancy, €139
✦ 4-person occupancy, €129
For children under 16, a flat rate of €99. Not recommended for children under 6.
Optional: bedding pack with cotton sheets and -17° sleeping bag (€19), pack with snowshoes included (€25), headlamp (€5).
During the summer season, these items are included in the package.
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Note: All prices are provided for informational purposes only and must be confirmed directly with the establishment.
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