X-Country skiing and Snowshoeing

X Country skiing and Snowshoeing are two excellent wintersport activities for getting off the beaten track and discovering the peace and serenity that comes with trekking in an high alpine environment. However by seeking time away from the masses, it does come with its own inherent risks.

In many ski resorts well defined tracks have been designed specifically for those taking part in x-country and snow shoeing activities. The runs are clearly marked and are supported by the same medical and rescue infrastructure that is available to other mountains users.

From an insurance perspective, underwriters see this as a particularly low risk activity and as such you will not have to any additional premiums to cover this activity.

If however you are intending to go x-country skiing and snowshoeing in areas outside of a ski resorts boundaries then you need to speak to us first on 0844 249 9280. We do have policies for back country activities but you may have to pay an additional premium based on the higher risk and higher potential rescue costs.