Some mountains are chosen for well-marked, groomed skiing and days without surprises. And then there’s the Station touristique Massif du Sud, where you come to get away from it all, explore… and experience the mountain in a whole new way!
This season, the resort is hitting hard with two great new features that speak directly to powder lovers: the return of the Catski and the opening of the 5th Dimension off-piste sector, a zone that’s just wild enough. And we had the great pleasure of putting them all to the test this week!
We tell you all about these two very different experiences, which gave us the chance to ski far off the beaten track, in a simply incredible setting.
The return of the Catski
An adventure in the heart of the backcountry
Our adventure began slowly. We take the chairlift up, our eyes fixed on the frosted trees that transform the forest into a postcard setting, typical of the Massif du Sud. We could already feel that this wasn’t going to be a day like any other!
Once at the summit, we board the modern catski, which can accommodate eight people. Off we go into the backcountry of the Massif du Sud! For twenty minutes or so, we left the ski area to enter a much more remote sector. We finally arrived in an old forest clearing with a magnificent view of Mont Saint-Magloire. And in front of us… completely untouched powder! The kind of sight that puts a smile on your face even before the first turns!
The descents follow on naturally. The catski is waiting for us at the bottom of each line, ready to pull us up for another adventure. The terrain isn’t very steep, but you don’t need big drops to enjoy yourself here: the magic is in the quality of the snow and the feeling of exclusivity. We love it!
Good to know
The Massif du Sud Catski experience includes off-trail equipment, guide service, breakfast, lunch, snacks and even a beer/nacho combo to round off the day. It’s possible to book the catski privately or to sign up on the spot, subject to availability.
