Author: Le Petit Montagnard

The Aiguille du Midi, located in the Mont-Blanc massif in the French Alps, is one of the region's most famous peaks, not only for its impressive height of 3,842 metres, but also for its cable car, one of the highest in the world.

Ski runs are classified by colour to indicate their difficulty, which helps skiers choose the runs that suit their skill level. Here are the commonly used colours and their meanings: Green runs Green runs are the easiest and are ideal for beginners. They have a gentle slope and allow skiers to practise the basics of skiing in complete safety. Blue runs Blue runs are of intermediate difficulty. They are slightly steeper than the green runs and are designed for skiers who have already mastered the basics...

You won't be bored this winter in the 3 Vallées. A host of new features have been announced. As the 3 Vallées prepare to open the gates to their ski area, it's time to take stock of what's new this season. LIRE AUSSI: A French ski resort voted best in the world And the least we can say is that the 3 Vallées resorts have pulled out all the stops. Courchevel: A cosy picnic room For a well-deserved break after exploring Courchevel's magnificent slopes, take a break in the...

Following the success of the pre-opening of part of the ski area last weekend, Tignes is getting ready to launch its winter season in full with the Opening event, to be held on 25 and 26 November 2023. Here are 5 good reasons to get there. To make the most of the sunshine and fresh snow With temperatures expected to cool from Friday onwards, this ski weekend in Tignes should delight fans of fresh snow. LIRE AUSSI: Snowpark, fun run, night-time snowshoe expedition... discover 5 new features at Tignes With snowfall forecast for Friday and Saturday, and sunny spells forecast for the following day, the...

The United States is a particularly popular destination for hiking enthusiasts, with its mythical mountains, parks, roads and canyons. Crossing the Atlantic to visit the Grand Canyon, Yellowstone and Route 66 is a dream for many adventurers and trekkers. And that's not all, as the USA is also home to some of the world's most beautiful trekking spots. So why not take the plunge? Here's a list of all the useful information you need to know about trekking in the USA. The steps you need to take to get to the United States Whether it's...

Camping on your own can seem daunting, even for some camping enthusiasts if they've always done it in a group or in pairs. Between the fear of spending the night out alone and the lack of self-confidence, solo camping is full of sources of anxiety. It's all a question of willpower, courage and organisation. To set off with peace of mind, you need to be properly equipped. Here's what you need to pack for solo adventurers. Essential camping equipment Solo camping means giving yourself a special moment of peace and quiet. It's...

You're preparing for your next mountain hike. You've taken stock of your equipment and you realise that your old pair of sports shoes probably won't do for tackling the steep slopes of the Alps. In this guide, you'll find out how to choose a pair of hiking boots for women. Forget your old trainers Doing sport is a serious matter, even if it remains a leisure activity. You can't go hiking in trainers! This may be tempting from an economic point of view, as it would save you...

Glasses are fragile objects. They therefore need to be well protected to avoid breakage and to ensure they last for a long time. A variety of tools are available. The most important of these are eyewear cases, eyewear holders, eyewear tidies, eyewear cords, etc. Among eyewear cords, the eyewear cord from the Le Coin Lunettes site is undoubtedly a benchmark. Buy an eyewear chain if you want to show your love for jewellery and luxury. Somewhat out of fashion in the meantime, spectacle chains are coming back more and more in fashion....