Mont Fort Backcountry Skiing: Top Outdoor Adventures Awaiting You
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Conquer breathtaking backcountry runs carpeted in quality powder snow
Prime off-piste skiing among picturesque panoramic views. Mont Fort is a prominent mountain among the Pennine Alps of Switzerland. Its quality powder, rugged beauty and testing terrain come together to create your next skiing adventure. Visit between December and March for ideal backcountry skiing conditions.
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FAQs: Backcountry Skiing in Mont Fort
What should I know about Backcountry Skiing Mont Fort?
The 3,328-meter Mont Fort rises along the Pennine Alps in the Swiss canton of Valais, and is surrounded by glaciers. A cable car offers easy access to the summit, which is the jumping off point for endless backcountry adventures. Its location puts it within the 4 Valleys ski area, the biggest in Switzerland and third biggest in Europe. The closest city is Sion, which is also the capital of the Swiss canton of Valais.
Why should I choose Mont Fort for my Backcountry Skiing adventure?
Picturesque peaks and powder
Extensive off-piste slopes with easy lift access, flurries of snowfall, and plenty of sun that strikes the mountain. Skiing the wild slopes of Mont Fort offers premier skiing opportunities that will capture your adventurous spirit. Set among the Pennine Alps in the Valais canton, discover the picture-perfect slopes of the mountain.
An area high and wide
Mont Fort rises to 3,328 meters above sea level, marking the highest point within the 4 Valleys ski area. It is also the best section for easily accessible wild slopes. When you first reach the top of Mont Fort, you’ll be greeted by the breathtaking panoramic views of neighboring valleys and peaks.
Testing terrain
For those of you seeking a strong challenge, Mont Fort should be towards the top of your list. The slopes can become very steep, while much of the area is glazed in glaciers, and long traverses and walks combine to form demanding adventures. Yet with higher demands come richer rewards, which you’ll be paid in picturesque views.
What can I expect from the weather during my Backcountry Skiing trip in Mont Fort?
The area receives typical crisp and cold winters with plenty of snowfall.
Which language is predominantly spoken in the Mont Fort region?
German, French, Italian.
What currency is accepted around Mont Fort?
Swiss franc.
What's the country code for the Mont Fort region?
+41.
When is the best time to travel to Mont Fort for Backcountry Skiing?
Visit during the winter months between December and April for ideal backcountry skiing conditions.
What people are saying about Backcountry Skiing | Mont Fort
dan
5
Gilbert was great company and found a really cool location despite difficult conditions off piste
Michelle
5
It was unreal thanks for a great day you guys are the best!! Can't wait to ski within you again!
Elizabeth
5
Guy is a great guide. He is friendly and flexible, and I felt very safe with him. He knows Verbier extremely well and I would highly recommend him.
Michelle
5
Hi Gilbert, We are back home. We want to thank you once again. In our companies we are used to cooperate with profis and you are a real profesional. The last 3 days in Verbier were exciting, even demanding. Thank you very much and have a good and safe season!!!
Daniel
5
Cher Gilbert, Juste un petit mot pour vous remercier au nom de mon fils Axel pour cette merveilleuse journée que vous lui avez fait passer dans nos belles montagnes valaisannes. En plus avec un groupe sympathique, c’est une journée qui restera gravé dans sa mémoire avant qu’il ne reparte hier soir pour reprendre le cours de ses études. En vous réitérant mes remerciements, Meilleures salutations,
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