- Duración
- Tailored to the programme chosen
- Tamaño del grupo
- 1–12 pers.
- Destinos
- Courchevel y Les Trois Vallées
Every morning, the slopes of a ski resort are ready because a team has worked on them through the night. The piste-grooming machine is at the heart of that work, and few visitors ever get to sit at its controls. This experience gives a small group the chance to discover the machine and the job behind it, with a professional who explains the controls, the safety rules and the way the snow is shaped.
The session is designed to be instructive rather than technical. Participants learn how the machine works, why the snow surface is prepared the way it is, and how the team organises the grooming of a large area in a short time. The conversation naturally turns to the people who do this work and to the challenges of winter operations, which gives the experience an educational dimension that many groups find unexpected.
It works as a distinctive highlight within a luxury incentive or a seminar in a resort, and it can be combined with a dinner or a visit to other parts of the resort's behind-the-scenes. The route, the timing and the level of involvement are adapted to the conditions on the day and to the wishes of the group.
Objetivos
- Offer an exclusive behind-the-scenes experience
- Show the work that prepares a resort every day
- Give a small group a memorable and educational moment
Desarrollo
- 1We confirm the date, the number of participants and the timing with the resort team.
- 2A safety briefing and an introduction to the controls are given on site.
- 3Each participant takes part in a supervised driving session, with explanations on the work.
- 4A debrief or a drink can close the experience.
Conviene saber
- Participants must meet the minimum requirements set by the resort for this experience, which are checked at booking.
- Operations depend on the grooming schedule and the weather, and the timing is adjusted accordingly.
- Warm clothing is required, as the session takes place outdoors in winter.
Presupuesto orientativo
Indicative only, to be confirmed on quotation. The price depends on the season, the group size and the programme chosen. Excluding VAT.
Preguntas frecuentes
Is the experience open to beginners?
Yes. Participants receive a briefing and are supervised throughout. No previous experience with heavy machinery is required.
Can the experience be private for a group?
Yes. It is designed for a small group, which allows personal attention and a conversation with the operators.
When does the work take place?
Grooming happens mainly at night. The session is scheduled at a time that suits both the resort and the group, which is confirmed in advance.
