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Alberta in winter offers unique moments of proximity to still intact nature.
The trip is enriched by the beauty of its landscapes and the authenticity of its indigenous culture, essential to the identity of the region.
Discover our stay, winter magic in the Canadian Rockies
The grandeur of spaces as far as the eye can see
In Alberta, each city opens doors to natural immensity.
The Canadian Rockies, a winter sports paradise, attract hikers and mountaineers from around the world.
The ski slopes warmly welcome those in search of exhilarating descents, while Lake Abraham, transformed into ice, transforms into an extraordinary natural ice rink, famous for its frozen methane bubbles.
Ice hockey offers thrills.
Jasper's landscapes, with its snow-capped peaks, frozen waterfalls and endless forests, make for exhilarating adventures.
Waterton Lakes National Park, close to the American border, is distinguished by its vast expanses of water and colorful rocks.
These places are home to astonishing wildlife: bighorn sheep, elk, moose observed near Nakiska and Banff National Park.
At Marmot Basin, visitors can follow the tracks of wolves, foxes and lynx, who, far from sleeping, adapt to the cold with their winter fur.
Stargazers wait until nightfall to marvel at the starry sky and sometimes even the Northern Lights.
The hotel establishments are distinguished by their excellence.
Between luxury hotels, cozy lodges in the heart of nature, typical cabins or glass domes to admire the stars, the offer is varied.
Mount Engadine Lodge offers a unique experience of winter glamping and disconnection, while the Post Hotel & Spa, near Lake Louise, invites well-being and relaxation.
Valorization of indigenous traditions
Canada respects the rights of First Nations, Inuit and Métis, ancestral guardians of the territory, promoting their traditions and spirituality, such as the ceremonies at Cave and Basin.
Canada is committed to tourism that is beneficial to both visitors and local communities, promoting an authentic and respectful image of indigenous peoples.
Initiatives like hikes led by Heather Black, nicknamed Buffalo Stone Woman, in Kananaskis Country, promote oral traditions, songs and dances.
Métis Crossing introduces you to traditional craftsmanship, impressive know-how.
Throughout the discovery, passionate hosts share their deep and distinct cultures, enriching the journey.
To deepen knowledge, the Whyte Museum and the Buffalo Nations Museum in Banff offer a look at the lives of nomads before the arrival of settlers, illustrating harmony with the cycles of nature.
Alberta is much more than just a tourist destination.
It is a land that resonates with the echo of indigenous traditions and the majesty of the Rocky Mountains.
And to discover Alberta, what could be better than flying with the airline WestJet, which offers direct flights from Paris to Calgary in just 9 hours?
Let yourself be amazed by Alberta, its Canadian Rockies and rediscover the pleasures of snow in Canada!