Climbing
Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned climber you are bound to find something to suit you in the limestone cliffs to be found in Sixt Fer à Cheval. There are several different sectors, the most accessible being the Tines sector. Here climbers of all levels rub shoulders as there are several passages ranging from 5a to8a. During the summer season you’ll have to be patient at the Hubert Ducroz rock as the climbing school has priority in the Tines sector during the holidays!. The Fonts sector is also open to the public. There is an approach walk of about 15 to 20 minutes and the rock is equipped from 5c to 8b. For experienced climbers the Dard rock face that is to be found in the direction of the refuge de la Vogealle in a very mountainous environment should provide some good thrills. Several long passages have been opened in this sector which is accessible after an approach walk of about one and a half hours requiring good climbing boots and suitable clothing.
In the haut giffre valley
For climbing enthusiasts, the Giffre valley and the surrounding areas offer many possibilities for a pleasant change or to simply have a go in all serenity. For further information, a topo guide of all the climbing spots in the Haut Giffre valley is available from sports shops, and book shops. Professional climbing instructors and guides are at your service to accompany you on your climbing exploits in all serenity and to prove to you that rock climbing is a sport which is easier than it looks.
The Mont Via Ferrata
With a perfect exposition, the Mont Via Ferrata awaits you with its magnificent views over the village of Sixt Fer à Cheval. This via ferrata, which is considered ‘quite difficult to difficult’ perched on the Mont rock face will allow you to experience the same sought of thrills as rock climbing. A short climb of about 20 minutes will lead you to the start and the via ferrata will take you between 2 to 3 hours depending on your level. If you suffer from vertigo - don't go! For first timers it is better to go with a professional guide since special equipment is required and it is essential to know how to use this equipment. Have a go - you will not be disappointed!
The Mont Via Ferrata leaflet is available here.
Services providers
Christophe DUCROZ
Phone : 04 50 89 90 72 ou 06 76 58 51 73
Email : tofducroz@yahoo.fr
Christophe REZETTE
Tél : 04 50 89 56 45 ou 06 89 11 27 46
Email : cerezette@aol.comm
Internet : www.guides-alpes.com
Pauline PRETET :
Phone : 06 88 57 86 61
Mail : pauline@trekycimes.com
Website : www.trekycimes.com
James MONET
Phone : 04 50 34 10 49 ou 06 22 38 10 75
Fax 04 50 34 15 37
Email : v.monet@wanadoo.fr
Agnieszka WARSZAWSKA
Tél : +33(0)6 89 35 02 03
Email : aga.sixt@gmail.com
La Compagnie des Guides et Accompagnateurs du Haut Giffre (Samoëns)
Phone : 04 50 34 43 12
Fax : 04 50 34 17 22
Website : guidesamoens.free.fr
Email : esfsamoens@wanadoo.fr
Rent and sale for sport equipment
Chez Narcisse-Chef Lieu
Phone: 04 50 34 42 47
Fax: 04 50 89 53 90
Email:narcisse.sport@wanadoo.fr