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Norrøna X Gore-Tex Freeride Festival

Our spectacular 3-day freeride festival in the heart of the French Alps

Norrøna X Gore-Tex Freeride Festival

Our spectacular 3-day freeride festival in the heart of the French Alps

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We’re once again hosting our own Freeride festival together with Gore-Tex, 19th - 22nd of March.

We offer various packages 

  • All included Thursday - Sunday
    • Hotel Chamonix, all clinics, all meals, goodie bag, product testing and evening programs.
    • Shared room: 17,800 NOK
    • Single room: 23,500 NOK 
  • Local package Thursday - Sunday 9.000 NOK 
    • All clinics, all meals, goodie bag, product testing and evening programs.
    • No hotel or ski pass

Highlights

  • 3 days of freeriding, ski touring, and avalanche clinics with Norrøna ambassadors and local guides
  • Girls only clinic - NEW
  • Avalanche awarness clinic - NEW
  • The opportunity to ski down the Vallée Blanche from Aiguille du Midi
  • Testing of Norrøna and Gore-Tex products
  • Goodie bags
  • Inspiring presentations with Norrøna ambassadors
  • Tech talks with the best tips and tricks to master your craft
  • Après-ski and dinner at Moö bar in downtown Chamonix
  • Social dinners
  • Spa and outdoor pool

This is a 3-day festival where you can participate in different freeride clinics with our ambassadors and local guides. Sign up for a steep ski clinic with skiing icon Chris Davenport (US), ski down the breathtaking Vallée Blanche glacier, enhance your avalanche knowledge, or check out a freestyle clinic with freeriders Benjamin Forthun (N) and Christian Nummedal (N). If you'd prefer to simply enjoy skiing while getting some pro tips from our local guides, you can do that too!

Throughout the long weekend, you’ll have the chance to test Norrøna products, enjoy inspiring presentations, and attend tech talks from our ambassadors. After a full day of skiing, relax at the local après-ski bar, Moö, in downtown Chamonix, enjoy a delicious dinner, and unwind in the outdoor swimming pool and spa at the hotel.

This festival is located in Chamonix, in the heart of the French Alps. Chamonix is a vibrant town known for its world-class skiing and mountaineering. With vast, snow-capped mountains towering over the town, the scenery is among the most spectacular in the French Alps. If you’re in the area, stop by our Norrøna Partner Store for quality gear and insider tips on the best spots in town.

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Thu 19. March - Sun 22. March 2026 - Incl. accommodation + lift pass

USD 1870

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Thu 19. March - Sun 22. March 2026 - Excl. accommodation + lift pass

USD 945

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Day 1:Arrival

Arrive in Chamonix at our hotel, Les Aiglons Chamonix. We will meet in the afternoon at about 6pm, to go over the program for the following days. You will meet the Norrøna ambassadors and guides, and we will serve refreshments and snacks before we enjoy dinner together.

Arrive in Chamonix at our hotel, Les Aiglons Chamonix. We will meet in the afternoon at about 6pm, to go over the program for the following days. You will meet the Norrøna ambassadors and guides, and we will serve refreshments and snacks before we enjoy dinner together.

Group of skiers lined up on a mountain

Day 2:First day of skiing

Breakfast is enjoyed at our accommodation, followed by a briefing for the day. We will have divided into different groups before we head out for a day of skiing. All groups will have their own ski shuttle, so that you are flexible to follow the conditions. During the clinics you will be given pro tips from our ambassadors and local guides. We will bring lunch that you can enjoy out in the mountains. When we get back from a day of skiing you can enjoy the beautiful town of Chamonix, relax in the spa, apres ski or whatever you feel like before we meet for an inspiring presentation in the afternoon. We will end the day with a delicious dinner together.

Breakfast is enjoyed at our accommodation, followed by a briefing for the day. We will have divided into different groups before we head out for a day of skiing. All groups will have their own ski shuttle, so that you are flexible to follow the conditions. During the clinics you will be given pro tips from our ambassadors and local guides. We will bring lunch that you can enjoy out in the mountains. When we get back from a day of skiing you can enjoy the beautiful town of Chamonix, relax in the spa, apres ski or whatever you feel like before we meet for an inspiring presentation in the afternoon. We will end the day with a delicious dinner together.

A DJ under a sign

Day 3:Full day of skiing and apres ski

Breakfast is enjoyed at our accommodation, followed by a briefing for the day. We will have divided into different groups before we head out for a day of skiing. All groups will have their own ski shuttle, so that you are flexible to follow the conditions. During the clinics you will be given pro tips from our ambassadors and local guides. We will bring lunch that you can enjoy out in the mountains. After a full day of skiing we will meet at Moö bar for apres ski and dinner.

Breakfast is enjoyed at our accommodation, followed by a briefing for the day. We will have divided into different groups before we head out for a day of skiing. All groups will have their own ski shuttle, so that you are flexible to follow the conditions. During the clinics you will be given pro tips from our ambassadors and local guides. We will bring lunch that you can enjoy out in the mountains. After a full day of skiing we will meet at Moö bar for apres ski and dinner.

Two skiers rapelling down a chute

Day 4:Half day of skiing before departure

Breakfast is enjoyed at our accommodation, followed by a briefing for the day. Before we head out you need to pack all your belongings and check out of the hotel. All groups will have their own ski shuttle, so that you are flexible to follow the conditions. During the clinics you will be given pro tips from our ambassadors and local guides. We will be back at the hotel around 13:00/14:00 on Sunday.

Breakfast is enjoyed at our accommodation, followed by a briefing for the day. Before we head out you need to pack all your belongings and check out of the hotel. All groups will have their own ski shuttle, so that you are flexible to follow the conditions. During the clinics you will be given pro tips from our ambassadors and local guides. We will be back at the hotel around 13:00/14:00 on Sunday.

Arrive in Chamonix at our hotel, Les Aiglons Chamonix. We will meet in the afternoon at about 6pm, to go over the program for the following days. You will meet the Norrøna ambassadors and guides, and we will serve refreshments and snacks before we enjoy dinner together.

Breakfast is enjoyed at our accommodation, followed by a briefing for the day. We will have divided into different groups before we head out for a day of skiing. All groups will have their own ski shuttle, so that you are flexible to follow the conditions. During the clinics you will be given pro tips from our ambassadors and local guides. We will bring lunch that you can enjoy out in the mountains. When we get back from a day of skiing you can enjoy the beautiful town of Chamonix, relax in the spa, apres ski or whatever you feel like before we meet for an inspiring presentation in the afternoon. We will end the day with a delicious dinner together.

Breakfast is enjoyed at our accommodation, followed by a briefing for the day. We will have divided into different groups before we head out for a day of skiing. All groups will have their own ski shuttle, so that you are flexible to follow the conditions. During the clinics you will be given pro tips from our ambassadors and local guides. We will bring lunch that you can enjoy out in the mountains. After a full day of skiing we will meet at Moö bar for apres ski and dinner.

Breakfast is enjoyed at our accommodation, followed by a briefing for the day. Before we head out you need to pack all your belongings and check out of the hotel. All groups will have their own ski shuttle, so that you are flexible to follow the conditions. During the clinics you will be given pro tips from our ambassadors and local guides. We will be back at the hotel around 13:00/14:00 on Sunday.

What's included in the price

Included

3-nights at the hotel: Le Refuge Des Aiglons.

Double room with two beds. Write the name of who you are traveling with. If you are traveling alone, we will team you up with someone of the same gender.

Single rooms can be booked at an additional cost.

Breakfast, lunch, après-ski, and dinner. Some drinks are included in the price.

Vallée Blanche included

With Norrøna ambassadors and local guides

The opportunity to test Norrøna and Gore-Tex products.

At a given time. 

Not included

Terms and Conditions 

We reserve the right to change prices. The day by day program is indicative and changes may occur. We also refer to our general travel conditions.

Travel Insurance 

On all our trips, we require you to have full health and accident insurance which will also cover any transport home. read more about travel insurance.

Highlights

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Skiers touring with blue skies
Skiers hiking down a ridge line
People in a bar
A skier doing a blackflip off a jump
A guy speaking on a stage
Two skiers
A skier in powder snow
People walking down a ridgeline
An outdoors pool with snow around

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Safety & Grading

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For departures with Norrøna Adventure guides:

  • 24-hour emergency response
  • Guides trained in first aid in the field
  • Basic first aid equipment available
  • Cooperation with Turlegen.no for medical advice

 

Physical level

3/6 Physical

Some segments of the journey may prove challenging. It's essential to possess a solid level of fitness prior to departure. Persistence will be required in reaching the trip's goal.

Comfort level

3/6 Comfort

Simple accommodations, such as cabins or guesthouses, often with multi-bed rooms. Sometimes with bunk beds and often with a shared bathroom.

Risk level

3/6 Risk

Activities/trips with some risk. Certain incidents may occur, and they may be of such a nature that they may require professional help.

Clinics

Registration for clinics will be sent out closer to the festival date. You can participate in various clinics each day.

  • Girls only clinic (new)
  • Lift-based freeride avalanche awareness (new)
  • Steep skiing clinic
  • Vallee blanche
  • Ski touring clinic
  • All-terrain skiing skills
  • Resort exploration clinic
  • Lift-based backcountry freestyle

Girls only clinic - NEW 

  • This clinic focuses on building confidence, refining technique, and exploring the legendary off-piste terrain, guided by our female Norrøna Ambassadors.
  • Level: intermediate 

Lift based freeride avalanche awareness - NEW 

  • Combines lift-accessed freeride skiing with essential avalanche training. Learn risk management techniques, how to read terrain and snow conditions, and practice group rescue and first aid for avalanche scenarios.
  • Level: intermediate 

Steep skiing:

  • For experienced skiers looking to push their limits on exposed, technical terrain.
  • Learn essential techniques such as abseiling into lines, building and evaluating anchors, rope handling, and proper use of an ice axe
  • Level: intermediate

Vallee blanche: 

  • Explore one of the world’s most beautiful and longest off-piste runs. Focused on glacier safety and efficient skiing technique.
  • Level: Intermediate

Ski touring clinic 

  • Learn essential techniques for efficient uphill travel, safe route planning, and mindful mountain decision-making
  • Level: Intermediate

All terrain skiing skills: 

  • Designed to elevate your technique across every type of slope and snow condition.
  • Level: Intermediate

Resort exploration clinic 

  • Focuses on freeriding and resort-based exploration, offering access to hidden lines, secret stashes, and terrain only locals know
  • Level: Intermediate

Lift based backcountry freestyle

  • Focuses on learning essential backcountry skills, including, terrain reading, and efficient touring techniques
  • Level: intermediate

Accommodation and Transport

We offer double rooms with two separate beds. Please provide the name of your travel companion on the booking form. If you are traveling alone, we will ensure you share a room with someone of the same gender.

Single rooms can be booked for an additional cost.

We will be staying at the newly renovated Hotel Les Aiglons Chamonix a 4-star hotel located in the center of Chamonix. It’s spacious, inviting, and designed to be a home away from home for sports enthusiasts, food lovers, families, and business travelers. This is an ideal, cozy, modern, lively, and convenient mountain lodge with a cheerful and trendy atmosphere.

Relax in the spacious lounge, enjoy a signature cocktail at the bar, unwind in the sauna and outdoor swimming pool, or savor a traditional local lunch at the restaurant—all while keeping the majestic mountains in sight.

Transport

The closest airport to Chamonix is Geneva. We will arrange one shuttle from Geneva Airport to Chamonix at a given time. Exact time of the shuttle will be sent out. 

Transport from the hotel to the activities will be organized and is included in the price.

Norrøna ambassadors 

Several of Norrøna's freeride ambassadors will participate in the festival, and you can sign up for various clinics with them.

Our local guides are well-known in Chamonix and are both skiers and snowboarders.

Norrøna Ambassadors:

  • Chris Davenport
  • Amie Engebretson
  • Christian Nummedal
  • Benjamin Forthun
  • Johanna Stålnecke
  • Minna Riihimäki
  • Gaspard Buraud
  • Zian Perrot
  • Philippe Batoux
  • Season Guiding, Benjamin Verrier and local guides.

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Equipment list

This list is intended as a guideline, so that we have what we need regardless of the weather we get on the trip. Remember that you can also get used outdoor equipment that works perfectly. Get in touch if you have any questions. TIP: We recommend that you have the most important equipment in your hand luggage, for example hiking boots and gore-tex jacket/trousers.

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Clothing

2 sets of top and bottom. Not too thick, instead use multiple layers.

High enough to reach above the boot shaft is reccommended.

We recommend thin wool.

Wool or synthetic.

Fleece or wool. 

Down or synthetic insulation.

Gore-Tex or similar. Must have a decent hood, and hold out wind and rain. Should have space for midlayers underneath. Ventilation under the arms is recommended. 

Gore-Tex or similar. Must hold out wind and rain. Ventilation zippers along the legs is recommended.

For evenings and leasure days.

Warm hat for cold days.

Thick, wool.

Warm ski mittens/gloves.

Equipment

Needs to have space for everything you want to bring on the hikes.

Tooth brush, tooth paste, small towel, ear plugs, wet wipes, biodegradable soap, etc.

For protection against cold wind and snow.

Split board, ski touring or telemark skis. Poles with large/powder baskets. Check that your boots fits the bindings.

With new batteries.

Small, light and in aluminum (not plastic).

We recommend a small and light alpine harness. For example Petzl Altitude or Tour or Black Diamond Colouir.

Recommended

Clothing
Footwear

Lightweight and low volume footwear for indoor use. Slippers or similar. 

Equipment

Nuts, chocolate, energy bars, etc.

It will be possible to rent equipment such as: ski/snowboard equipment, avalanche equipment, ice axes and crampons in Chamonix.

If you want tips on where to rent equipment, contact us: events@norrona.no

Equipment needed for the specific clinics will be sent out. 

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