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Tuesday 07 July updated on 07-07-2026 at 8:06
Tuesday 07 July updated on 07-07-2026 at 8:06
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From a simple walk to a mountain hike, nothing should be left to chance, so here are a few tips before setting off.
Precautions
Avoid heading into the mountains alone and/or always let someone know where you are going.
Check your route and its level of difficulty before setting off: beware of grassy slopes, which are often slippery and may overlook rocky cliffs, and do not venture into riverbeds.
Weather
Check the local weather forecast before setting off by calling 3250 or on the Météo France website.
If fog, rain, snow or thunderstorms are forecast, adapt your route or postpone your outing. In the mountains, storms can develop very quickly: avoid summits, ridges, mountain passes, isolated trees, streams and exposed rocky areas. If a storm approaches, lose altitude without delay, without running, and seek safe shelter such as a mountain refuge or building.
If you are caught in a thunderstorm with no shelter available, move away from metal objects, keep several metres apart if you are in a group, then crouch down with your feet together, head lowered, limiting contact with the ground. Wait at least 30 minutes after the last clap of thunder before continuing your hike.
Equipment & tips
Hiking boots, lightweight clothing to protect yourself from the sun, cold or rain, sunglasses, gloves, a hat and/or beanie, and sunscreen.
Walking poles are recommended to improve balance and reduce strain.
Remember to drink water and eat regularly, and take breaks to recover.
Environment
Help preserve the mountains by taking a small bag with you to carry your rubbish back down to the valley. Mountain trails require a great deal of maintenance. Please avoid shortcuts, as they channel rainwater and accelerate trail erosion.
The mountains, a shared environment
During summer, alpine pastures are grazed by livestock. Livestock guardian dogs, such as Patous, protect the herds.
Learn how to behave when encountering a livestock guardian dog
Arc 2000 outdoor ski school.
Evolution2 Arc 2000 is the ski & snowboard school for everyone. Adults or children, freeride or freestyle, off-piste or on-piste, handiski, ski touring... there's something for everyone.
At Evolution2, group lessons are limited to 8 people for quality teaching that's fun, dynamic and less traditional. And the learning process is based on continuous assessment, for stress-free vacations!
With Yeti Camp, our kids' club and crèche, and its multitude of activities, just a stone's throw from Les Arcs 2000, let your children discover the mountains in a different way, for a day or half-day, with or without meals.
Enjoy snowshoeing to the summits, in the forest or at sunset, and marvel at the beauty of the mountains. Snake-gliding sledges, paret, paragliding... Find something to keep you busy at any time of day!
Evolution 2 is also the experience you need for a seminar, EVG or anniversary that reflects your image. We'll take care of all the organizational details to make your friends and family dream: overnight stays, transfers, meals, activities, parties... we'll take care of everything for you.
Our teams are available all year round.
From 12/12/2026 to 18/04/2027 on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday between 8.45 am and 5 pm. On Saturday between 3 pm and 6 pm.
