DREAM TRIP REPORT: FREERIDE HAUTE ROUTE

From February 24-March 1, 2024, I led a ski trip from Chamonix, France to Zermatt, Switzerland. This trip vaguely followed the path of the world-famous Haute Route, which traverses over glaciers and high peaks from Chamonix to Zermatt. Instead of traversing, we opted to ski from town to town across the Alps, using the impeccable lift systems to reach high summits. From the top of one ski area, we’d descend the backside, leaving the crowds behind, and end up in a completely new valley each night. After skiing to the next village, we’d spend the night at a comfortable hotel and celebrate the day’s achievements with a delicious meal.