THE GREAT TORCHLIGHT DESCENTS 

Torchlight descents are a tradition that spans generations, dazzling young and old alike every year. Don't miss these festive events where the resort's professionals, the ESF Saint-Gervais instructors and the ESF Saint-Nicolas will be lighting up the mountain! A magical moment to enjoy with family and friends.

Practical information :

Take part in the legendary torchlight descent, supervised by ESF instructors — a magical moment combining light, skiing, and nocturnal enchantment.

Torchlight descent by the ESF of Saint-Nicolas-de-Véroce :

Every Wednesday evening during the February school holidays (from 12/02 to 05/03) at 7:00 PM, at the bottom of the Chattrix chairlift.

For information via ESF Saint-Nicolas

Torchlight descent by the ESF of Saint-Gervais :

Every Thursday evening during the February school holidays (from 12/02 to 05/03), starting from 5:30 PM, departing from Le Bettex.

This event is open to the public and accessible to children from 8 years old (minimum level required: 2nd star / Class 2).

Online booking is mandatory via ESF Saint-Gervais

SPECIAL EVENT: "Les P'tits Flambeaux" - Highlight on 19 February 2026 from 6:00 PM

On the occasion of the National Day of Solidarity in the Mountains, children also take the spotlight in a torchlight descent benefiting children in the mountains.

A magical and inspiring experience not to be missed.

Open to the public. Reservations required through the ESF of Saint-Gervais and/or Saint-Nicolas.

* The dates of events and activities are subject to change depending on weather and snow conditions.