Renting a snowshoe in Doucy is the easiest way to get a breath of fresh air. This balcony village resort, bathed in sunshine facing the Lauzière and Cheval Noir peaks, offers silent forests and luminous glades where you can progress at your own pace, with family or friends.

As for the weather, Doucy enjoys generous exposure: in the morning, the snow is often firm and ideal for clean tracking; in the afternoon, it becomes softer and more comfortable. The cold, anti-cyclonic days of January-February are perfect for unobstructed views, while after a snowfall, the sheltered woods provide protection from the wind. Aim for the golden hours at the end of the day for superb panoramas... leaving enough margin for the return journey.