Ski Mountaineering - France

Xavier Gachet

In the Spirit of the Pierra Menta

Xavier Gachet was born in 1989 in Albertville, in the Savoie region of France. After studying electrical engineering, he began working as an electrician and is now a section manager at the Arêches-Beaufort ski resort. At the same time, he nurtured his passion for ski mountaineering, inspired by his father, who competed in twenty editions of the legendary Pierra Menta, finishing fourth in 1997. Following in his tracks, Xavier found his own path in the sport.

He began competing as a Cadet in 2005, and since then he has taken part in eight editions of the World Cup, becoming a veteran of the international circuit and earning several podiums. His career reflects perseverance, experience, and a genuine love for the mountains. For Xavier, the dream is to continue living this way for as long as possible: combining high-level sport, family, and work.

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"The winner falls seven times and gets up eight."

Xavier Gachet

Xavier’s Most Iconic Achievements

World Champion, Team Race 2015 – Gold medal at the ISMF World
Championships in Verbier with William Bon Mardion.
World Championship Silver 2017 – Second place in the
individual race at the World Ski Mountaineering Championships.
World Cup Podiums (since 2013) – Regular top results in
individual and team events, a consistent presence among the world’s best.
Pierra Menta – Multiple podiums in the
sport’s most iconic race, keeping alive a family tradition.