Magical night in the mountains: snowshoeing, fondue and tobogganing

Nighttime snowshoe hike and sledding under the stars.

Experience a magical evening surrounded by nature! The mountain guides at Hameau de Colombire will take you on a snowshoe hike under the starry sky, punctuated by friendly entertainment during the climb.

Accessible to everyone aged 10 and up, this adventure requires no prior equipment: all equipment is provided on site. After a leisurely climb punctuated by breaks, you will visit an authentic mountain hut at the Ecomuseum before enjoying a delicious cheese fondue in the warm setting of the Hameau de Colombire.

To end the evening on a high note, it's time for a sledding descent with headlamps — thrills guaranteed!

Evening program

• 6:00 p.m.: Meet at the Aminona bus stop (opposite the free outdoor parking lot)

• Snowshoe hike: approximately 1.5-1.75 hours with breaks and photo stops, 350 m elevation gain – moderate level

• Visit to a traditional mayen (mountain hut) at the Ecomuseum

• Meal: Cheese fondue at the Hameau de Colombire

• Descent by sled lit by headlamps

• 10:30 p.m.: Return to Aminona

Dates

• December 27, 2025

• December 29, 2025

• December 31, 2025 – program and special price of CHF 165.- Booking with special menu here

• January 3, 2026

• February 14, 2026 – special program and price of CHF 145.- Booking with special menu here

• February 18, 2026

• February 27, 2026

Price

• CHF 129.-

More Information

Conditions

• Bring warm winter clothes (jeans are not recommended in cold weather), gloves, hat, goggles in case it snows (for the downhill), boots or high topped shoes, snack for the uphill hike. Ski helmet optional for sledging.

• Suitable for children 10 years and over and adult beginners

• Programme maintained whatever the weather. In the event of a lack of snow, the guided hike (ascent/descent) will take place on foot.

• Number of participants: minimum 8 | maximum 15

• Reservation deadline: 48 hours in advance

• In the event of a shortage of registrations, a refund will be made 48 hours in advance and an email will be sent to you. In all other cases, no refund will be made.

• All participants must be covered by their own accident and repatriation insurance, including mountain rescue. The Colombire Hamlet and mountain guides decline any responsibility in the event of accidents during the snowshoe and sledging activities. Children remain under the full responsibility of their parents. The place of jurisdiction for the Colombire Hamlet is Switzerland

• Further information:  info@colombire.ch

• Other private evenings can be booked in advance for groups of 6 or more. Price Fr. 129 per person info@colombire.ch

Included Services

• Mountain guide

• All equipment

• Guided tour and cheese fondue (drinks not included)

Meeting Point

• At the Aminona bus stop, opposite the free outdoor car park

Language

• French | English | German

Time

• 18:00 - 22:30