Want to breathe in the winter? Renting a snowshoe in Villard Reculas is the gentlest way to explore this charming village, set on a balcony above the Oisans mountains. Here, itineraries start in the heart of the village and wind their way through larch forests, open mountain pastures and vistas of the Grandes Rousses and the Écrins massif. Calm, panoramic views and immaculate snow make for a truly soothing interlude.

Renting snowshoes in Villard Reculas is suitable for everyone. Families love the gentle loops on the edge of the forest, while more athletic walkers aim for the sunny ridges for a wide-angle view. Keep your eyes peeled for tracks of mountain hares and chamois in the early hours of the morning.