10 good reasons to go snowshoeing this winter

It's not easy to find something to do at a ski resort that isn't ... skiing (or snowboarding, though we're not like that). It's even harder if you're going away as a family, with three generations (grandpa, grandma and grandchildren, not to mention cousins ​​and their kids). But even if you're going with friends, we bet that among them, there will be at least one person who doesn't want to hit the slopes (and that person might be you). That’s the advantage of snowshoeing: it’s a sport suitable for all ages, on varied terrain. In short, young and old can get together for a snowy hike.

And by the way, to choose the right size kids’ hiking boots, you’ll find it in this article, while to choose the right model of kids’ hiking boots, it's here.

The problem with winter sports is that you sometimes have to go through a rather thankless learning period before really having fun, but that's not the case with snowshoe hiking! The technique can be picked up very quickly. Whatever your level, you'll quickly get used to moving around on the snow, snowshoes on your feet. This is even more true for Decathlon snowshoes. Easy to use, they let you walk naturally, thanks to their EVA sole.
With snowshoes, you can also change the difficulty according to the route and terrain: with more or less height gain, a longer or shorter trip, etc. You can even create groups, for those who want to go to the summit, and others who want to take a short walk after lunch. It’s also very easily adaptable according to the age of the kids you’re with. Check out our file on hiking with kids to plan a trip to suit their age, with or without snowshoes.

With snowshoes, you’ll have access to routes less frequented than the ski slopes, where you can enjoy breathtaking views. An opportunity to take wonderful photos to capture great memories. So put on your snowshoes and take your camera. We can assure you that you’ll capture plenty of smiles, magnificent landscapes and maybe a few tumbles for the most adventurous. For passionate photographers, take out your wide-angle lens and immortalise the panorama - and tell us all about it!

Snowshoes are among the most accessible pieces of equipment in terms of budget. When you think about it, the fun provided by a snowshoe outing is inversely proportional to its price: great fun for not too much money! In addition, snowshoes often come in adult and kids’ versions, and can fit several shoe sizes (at Decathlon, we offer a model of kids’ snowshoes, a model of adult snowshoes size M and size L).
So you can easily lend them out, as long as you’re a similar weight, because this is what partly determines the size of the frame, and therefore the snowshoe. To learn how to choose snowshoes, read this special article.
Finally, you’ll find second-hand snowshoes for even greater savings.

Who has never come across animal tracks on snowy ground? A snowshoe outing is ideal for observing fresh animal tracks, and introducing kids to typical mountain fauna. So make the most of a snowshoe walk to set a challenge: come back with as many photos of tracks as possible and link them to the correct animal.

If you used to get tired as a child of asking "when will we get to the top" and hearing your parents answer "we've never been so close", you'll change your mind about hiking thanks to snowshoes! Snow has the power to amaze and make us see things differently. Slip your boots into a pair of snowshoes and set off on a trail covered in its white blanket to reconnect with hiking and rediscover the pleasures of a getaway in the great outdoors.

Do you want to explore snowy terrain, but don't know where to go? With the Decathlon Outdoor app, find your next hiking route (in the mountains, but also in the forest, along the coast, etc.). You can try out a variety of destinations, with recommendations from other hikers. Your next snowshoe outing is bound to be on Decathlon Outdoor.