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France news
fromThe Local France
1 day ago

French chief executive of 2030 Olympic Games becomes latest director to quit

The chief executive of the 2030 Winter Olympics organizing committee in the French Alps resigned following irreparable differences with the committee president, marking the fourth senior executive departure in two months.
#avalanche
France news
fromThe Local France
2 weeks ago

'Large-scale' avalanche kills two skiers in French Alps

A large avalanche near Saint-Veran in the French Alps killed two unguided off-piste ski tourers and left two others unharmed.
Snowboarding
fromSnowBrains
1 month ago

Deadly Weekend in France as 6 Skiers Die in Numerous Separate Avalanche Incidents - SnowBrains

At least six people were killed in avalanche accidents across the French Alps over a weekend amid high avalanche danger and widespread disregard for warnings.
fromSnowBrains
1 month ago
Snowboarding

Deadly Weekend in France as 6 Skiers Die in Numerous Separate Avalanche Incidents - SnowBrains

France news
fromThe Good Life France
1 week ago

Grenoble - a great Winter mountain and city break destination - The Good Life France

Grenoble combines easy train access with vibrant city culture, historic landmarks, direct mountain access, alpine restaurants, and nearby ski resorts for attractive winter breaks.
France news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 week ago

Third Briton among six killed in wave of avalanches in French Alps

Avalanches in the French Alps have killed at least six people, including British tourists, while The Independent requests donations to fund free, on-the-ground investigative journalism.
Snowboarding
fromSnowBrains
1 week ago

[PHOTOS] Snow Buries French Alps as Massive Storm Dumps 6 Feet of Powder - SnowBrains

A massive February storm dumped over 2 meters of snow in parts of the French Alps, creating extreme avalanche hazards and forcing resort closures.
Snowboarding
fromSnowBrains
1 week ago

Extreme Caution Urged: Major Avalanche Conditions Grip the French Alps - SnowBrains

Widespread level-4 avalanche danger across the French Alps makes human-triggered large slab avalanches likely above 1,800–2,000 meters; avoid off-piste/backcountry travel.
Snowboarding
fromSnowBrains
2 weeks ago

SnowBrains Forecast: 1-2 Meters Slam Europe This Week to Kick Off a Multi-Week Stormy Pattern - SnowBrains

Midweek storm will drop 80–150 cm at high elevations in the French Alps and western Switzerland, followed by smaller snowfalls and colder conditions.
#luxury-real-estate
fromFrenchly
1 month ago
Real estate

[Webinar] Invest in the French Alps: Buy your Luxury Ski Property Tax-Free and Save 20% VAT - Frenchly

fromFrenchly
1 month ago
Real estate

[Webinar] Invest in the French Alps: Buy your Luxury Ski Property Tax-Free and Save 20% VAT - Frenchly

fromFrenchly
1 month ago
Real estate

[Webinar] Invest in the French Alps: Buy your Luxury Ski Property Tax-Free and Save 20% VAT - Frenchly

fromFrenchly
1 month ago
Real estate

[Webinar] Invest in the French Alps: Buy your Luxury Ski Property Tax-Free and Save 20% VAT - Frenchly

Travel
fromConde Nast Traveler
1 month ago

Eurostar's 'Snow Train' Through the French Alps is Back This Winter-Here's How to Book

Eurostar Snow delivers direct high-speed train services to French Alps resorts from London, Amsterdam, Rotterdam, Brussels and Antwerp for 2025–2026 winter, fares from £99.
Skiing
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

How to have a sustainable family ski holiday: take the train and head high

Choose train travel to the French Alps for a family ski holiday to greatly reduce carbon emissions and enjoy a more sustainable, relaxed journey.
France news
fromwww.thelocal.fr
1 month ago

Avalanche risk: Is it still safe to ski in the French Alps?

Off-piste skiing in the French Alps is currently unsafe due to high avalanche risk; resorts recommend staying within secured areas.
Miscellaneous
fromIrish Independent
1 month ago

Cork student (20) dies after falling ill on ski trip with friends in French resort

A UCC student from Gleann na Ri, Tower near Blarney died during a college skiing trip at a French Alps resort.
fromUnofficial Networks
2 months ago

Exploring The World's Largest Interconnected Ski Area

Sometimes booking a ski trip means finding the largest possible area to explore and heading there, allowing for plenty of terrain choices, dining options, housing, and general adventure. If you're looking for the biggest resort possible, Les 3 Vallées in the French Alps is the place for you. Les 3 Vallées is the largest interconnected ski area in the world, connecting 25 summits with 161 ski lifts.
Snowboarding
France news
fromBusiness Insider
3 months ago

A French town nicknamed "the Venice of the Alps" could be Europe's best-kept secret

Annecy combines color-changing Lake Annecy, canals and a medieval old town with year-round cultural events, alpine sports and nearby historic sites.
fromwww.esquire.com
4 months ago

What Makes a $22 Opinel Knife So Damn Special?

Within thirty minutes of meeting Jerome, a short-shorts-clad French dairy farmer, he had shown me his custom-engraved Opinel knife (his name on the handle), introduced me to his family, introduced me to his goats, and then put me to work milking said goats. Frankly, I had never contemplated a goat's udder before. Much less a full one, swollen with milk
Food & drink
fromwww.thelocal.fr
6 months ago

What's going on with France's Lumpy Skin Disease outbreak?

One month after it was first detected in France, there are now 51 recorded cases of the highly contagious cattle virus Dermatose nodulaire contagieuse (known as Lumpy Skin Disease) in the French Alps.
Agriculture
UK news
fromThe Local France
7 months ago

British woman dies in rafting accident in French Alps

A British woman died following a white-water rafting accident in the French Alps, leading to a manslaughter investigation.
#climate-change
Travel
fromwww.newsshopper.co.uk
8 months ago

I visited the bucket list French Alps region that's an hour to fly to from London'

The French Alps are a captivating destination known for stunning scenery, diverse activities, and family-friendly attractions.
fromThe Good Life France
8 months ago

Arc 1950 - an Alpine paradise - The Good Life France

The French Alps transform into a vibrant summer destination, offering breathtaking views and a diverse range of outdoor activities that attract nature lovers beyond ski season.
France politics
France news
fromThe Local France
10 months ago

French Alps hit by heavy Easter snowfall leaving roads and ski resorts blocked

Heavy snowfall in the French Alps has led to a lockdown in Tignes and road closures due to avalanche risks.
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