Walk & talk
Winter hikes in the wild Jura
On the trail of the wolf or the lynx and many others, while observing the hibernating trees...
A snowshoe outing with colleagues or friends to recharge your batteries, following the tracks of wolves, lynx, stoat, deer, wild boar or grouse, and many others. We will interpret their tracks and unravel the mysteries left by the fauna before our passage, and observe nature in the middle of winter
During a guided snowshoeing tour in the snow and in complete safety, a new world will be revealed to you. Signs of presence, tracks, sounds, wolf or fox tracks, deer, grouse or even capercaillie droppings: the seemingly quiet forest and snowy meadows will come to life as we go deeper into the wild. The stoat will signal itself by its frantic leaps, the fox's tracks will cross those of the hare, the wild boar will distinguish itself by its typical way of digging in the snow and the earth.
Program
Intensity: medium, walking time 2 to 5 hours, loop of 3 to 10km depending on planning
Start: 9.30 am or to be agreed, location to be determined
Transport: 6 places available in the guide's car
End: latest 5pm
Lunch: picnic, or optional cheese fondue / raclette on the way or at a typical alpage restaurant
Contact us for further details or organisational aspects
Gear list
Rainproof backpack (approx. 25 liters)
Personal belongings and medication, telephone
Snowshoes, sticks, gaiters
High hiking shoes with profiled / Vibram soles
Warm winter hiking clothes, at least:
1st technical layer, e.g. wool (avoid cotton), also for legs
2nd warm layer with fleece jacket plus warm down (puff) jacket
Long pants and hiking jacket
If not waterproof: provide additional protection against rain
Sunglasses, sun cream, hat, possibly a pair of light gloves
1 liter of water minimum, 2 liters maximum, possibly a thermos
Snacks, dried fruit, etc.
Camera, binoculars (recommended)
Pricing and Booking
You can place a booking request to obain a quote that we will confirm after having contacted you to finalise all details. Contact us for special arrangements
Special arrangement examples:
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Lodging / meeting room booking
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Organisation of outdoor workshops
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Catering on the way, picnics, for example cheese fondue, tea, biodynamic wine from Domaine de la Colombe à Féchy, Italian espresso coffee, etc.
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Wine tasting events
We offer VIP minibus transfer to the event's starting point.
Payment terms: 50% upfront, 50% after the event. 100% of the fees are due in case of cancellation 15 days before the beginning of the tour, and 50% for 30 days
Included
Guiding services by a mountain leader with federal diploma
Fresh espresso coffee or tea and snacks
Background information on the region, nature and landscape
Animation on the theme according to the agreed format
We will also discuss various aspects of biodiversity in relation to the forest and the place of humans in it
Observations of fauna, flora and geology
Not included
Lunch and drinks
Public transportation
Rental of snowshoes and poles
Security material
What participants say about this experience
My recent guided tour was more than just sightseeing; it was an unforgettable journey steeped in history, adventure, and newfound friendships. Our guide, Boudewijn, wasn't just knowledgeable - he was a true master of his craft. His wealth of information made every stop come alive, transporting us back in time and enriching the experience tenfold.
But Boudewijn wasn't just a walking encyclopedia. He was also incredibly attentive, ensuring everyone in the group felt comfortable, engaged, and included.
If you're looking for an experience that goes beyond the typical tourist fare, I wholeheartedly recommend joining a tour led by Boudewijn at Peak2Peace. You won't just see the sights - you'll feel them, understand them, and create memories that will last a lifetime.
uri z
"Pourquoi aurais-je besoin d'un Accompagnateur en Montagne ? me suis-je demandé. "Je fais de la randonnée depuis mon enfance, je suis en forme et je connais tout. Je n'ai donc pas besoin d'un accompagnateur en montagne !, me suis-je dit. Et puis j'ai eu la chance de vivre une randonnée avec Peak2Peace et mon monde a changé.
Boudewijn vous emmène dans un tout nouveau voyage à travers les montagnes et la nature. Il vous fait tout voir sous un nouvel angle, il partage des histoires et des informations sur la vie sauvage, la géologie, la nature et l'histoire.
Grâce à lui, j'ai découvert une approche nouvelle et différente de la randonnée et j'ai appris de nouvelles choses et de nombreux petits secrets.
Aujourd'hui, je sors le plus souvent possible avec Boudewijn comme accompagnateur en montagne, car il m'emmène à chaque fois dans un voyage incroyable, immersif et nouveau, en toute sécurité.
Mari
Thanks to Boudewijn for this wonderful day! Thanks to him, we have experienced memories that will remain engraved in our hearts!
My parents-in-law were delighted (and so were we), Boudewijn did his job perfectly! It couldn't have been better..... and his knowledge of animals and nature added an extra touch to this walk.
Nathalie T
You'll get immeasurably more from any trek if you seek out local guide and qualified mountain leader, Boudewijn van Doorn of Peak2Peace.
His passion and knowledge about the area's geology, terrain, environment and wildlife make him an essential for any mountain-escapade at any time of year.
In: https://www.weather2travel.com/blog/make-the-most-of-switzerland-winter/
Kirsten Henton
Mon fils de 15 ans et moi-même avons eu la chance de découvrir en compagnie de Boudewijn la forêt du Risoud, avec sa flore, sa faune, sa géologie et ses magnifiques paysages, mais surtout sa longue histoire de région transfrontalière et en particulier la période très difficile de l'occupation nazie en 1940-44. Boudewijn a été un parfait guide qui, par son discours, ses recherches poussées et les nombreux supports visuels qu'il avait préparés, a su nous fasciner et nous faire découvrir des personnes aux comportements héroïques et d'autres acteurs de ce pan d'histoire que tout le mondre devrait connaitre. Nous étions en "immersion" et c'était très émouvant à vivre et à partager entre les participants à cette randonnée très originale. Et la superbe fondue au fromage partagée en pleine nature a été un "plus" très appréciée. Je ne peux que vivement recommander au plus grand nombre cette très belle expérience.
Arnaud T.