The curtain has come down on the 25 kilometres of pistes at Hautacam. In the Hautes-Pyrénées, this small family resort, perched at an altitude of 1,500 metres, has announced the definitive end of its downhill skiing activities. It's a powerful symbol of the climate change affecting the mid-range mountains. After three consecutive winters without sufficient snowfall, the figures have finally spoken. The Syndicat Mixte du Hautacam, supported by the Communauté de Communes Pyrénées Vallées des Gaves and Lourdes Town Hall, can no longer make up the shortfall. Once again this year, 1.44 million euros would have been needed to keep afloat a...
Author: Romain Boisaubert
The 2024-2025 winter season is coming to an end at Val Thorens... but not without a last hurrah. On 3 and 4 May, Europe's highest ski resort is organising "La Grande Dernière", a weekend of entertainment, skiing and festivities to celebrate the end of the season in style. Last turns, last laughs, last runs full of momentum before putting away the skis: here, winter comes to a close in an explosive atmosphere. The highlight of the weekend is "La Big Der" on Saturday 3 May. It's a 'derby' format race, with waves of four skiers starting from...
In Courchevel, you don't put your skis away without panache. On Monday 21 April, the Savoyard resort will bring the winter season to a close with the return of the Derbike, an event as crazy as it is festive, where the mountains change gear. How does it work? A derby-style mountain bike descent from the summit of La Saulire (2,700 metres above sea level) to Lac du Praz, 1,300 metres below. A mass start, a free route on snow, earth or ice depending on the whims of spring, and a supercharged atmosphere from the first light of day. READ ALSO...
On the mountainside, a new attraction is about to see the light of day in Superdévoluy. From mid-July 2025, winter sports fans will be able to discover a state-of-the-art 4-season toboggan, "La Dévoluge", which has been under construction since last autumn. This spectacular infrastructure is designed to enhance the appeal of the resort in both summer and winter, and to diversify activities outside the ski season. With its 1,565 metres of descent, 121 metres of vertical drop and 20 bends, this toboggan on rails promises a fast-paced, adrenalin-fuelled ride with a panoramic view. LIRE AUSSI : Le Dévoluy: resort, ski area, ski passes, activities... Le...
As the fine weather arrives in the valley, Courchevel remains clinging to the mountains, true to its tradition of high intensity. In April, the Savoyard resort continues to build on the momentum of the winter season by hosting two flagship events, tailor-made for fans of skiing, physical challenges and high altitude entertainment. Winter Legacy by Alexis Pinturault: skiing in all its forms On 12 April, Courchevellois champion Alexis Pinturault returns home to orchestrate one of the most spectacular events on the calendar: the "Winter Legacy". This atypical competition, devised by the skier who has won several...
Forget the noisy main roads, the hurrying pelotons and the hellish mountain passes. Here, cycling is experienced differently. On the "P'tites Routes du Soleil", cycling is synonymous with contemplation, freedom and encounters. This 900km route, from Thonon-les-Bains to Nice, invites you to take a gentle plunge into the world of the French Pre-Alps, between lakes, hilltop villages, lavender fields and secret belvederes. Although the name evokes the warmth of the south, this is a real Alpine journey, with over 17,000 metres of ascent and descent. But whether you're a seasoned cyclist or a mountain biker...
What if winter were to go on a bit longer? In Méribel, you don't turn the page on the cold season without one last festive flight. In the heart of the 3 Valleys, the Savoyard resort is getting ready to rock its lanes, slopes and bars one last time before the big spring fade. From 4 to 19 April 2025, there will be one DJ set after another, themed evenings and gourmet buffets. Here are our top picks for a great end to the season! 4 April: DJ battle in the centre of Méribel Soundclash! On Friday 4 April, head for the Route...
Attention thrill-seekers and big beats: from 10 to 12 April 2025, the Dévoluy massif will be the setting for an unprecedented high-altitude electro festival. Known as the Dévoluy Mix Festival, this event, organised in partnership with NRJ, promises three days of skiing, partying and live music, in a setting as grandiose as it is festive. Imagine dancing in the middle of the slopes, facing the immensity of the Southern Alps, in the spring sunshine... From 2pm, the first bass notes will echo across the ski area, with an open-air DJ set, skis on, to electrify your...
On 5 April, Courchevel 1850 will be swapping its ski poles for amplifiers, sharpened vocal chords and hot turntables. With "Live on the Slopes", the Savoyard resort is launching a brand new festive and musical event, designed to be accessible, popular and full of sound. A stage at the heart of the snow front, live open-air concerts and breathtaking artistic performances: that's the promise of this first edition of Live on the Slopes, a 100 % mountain and 100 % culture event, bringing together locals, seasonal workers and holidaymakers on...
From alpine cheeses to haute cuisine, Savoie continues to shine in the firmament of French gastronomy. The Michelin Guide 2025 has just unveiled its list of stars, and the verdict is clear: the mountains have great taste. With 18 starred restaurants this year - including a major promotion - the Savoie region has confirmed its status as a culinary mecca. What's behind it? Inspired chefs, sublime local produce and Alpine villages that have never been better at combining chic with local charm. Courchevel: the gastronomic capital of the Alps This is the big winner of...
As the end of the season approaches, Méribel is playing the long game... under the sun and at rock-bottom prices! From 22 March to 21 April, the Savoyard resort is offering unbeatable conditions to make the most of the last snow in the 3 Vallées area. Fewer people on the slopes, longer days and unbeatable prices... It's the perfect time to take in one last breath of mountain air. To celebrate the end of the season in style, Méribel is offering unprecedented discounts on the whole holiday. Ski passes, accommodation, equipment hire and even ski lessons... Everything has been thought of to...
Nestling in the heart of the French Alps, the villages of Montricher-Albanne, Les Chapelles and Saint-Véran stand out for their ability to combine mountain traditions with innovation, offering unique experiences to visitors in search of authenticity and modernity. LIRE AUSSI: These 5 mountain villages in the Alps to discover as soon as possible Montricher-Albanne: a green resort looking to the future In Savoie, perched between 700 and 2,500 metres above sea level, Montricher-Albanne embodies a unique model. This village collectively manages Les Karellis, a family resort founded on the values of social tourism and all-inclusives. Here, the land...
Val d'Isère is closing the season in style with the "Last Tracks" package, an exceptional offer to enjoy skiing at reduced prices from 19 April to 4 May 2025. Away from the hustle and bustle of the school holidays, this is the ideal time to enjoy the last runs on a ski area still covered in snow, under a spring sun. This exclusive package offers exceptional discounts on the whole stay: And for those who want to extend the pleasure, a week package is also available at -40%. ALSO READ: Val d'Isère: the new Vallon de l'Iseran gondola lift, "a more...
On 5 April, Serre Chevalier is set to experience a special moment, where sport, humanity and the mountains meet. On the Chantemerle stadium, the Hautes-Alpes resort will be hosting the handi-valide race, an event like no other, where able-bodied and disabled people will meet on the same starting line for a giant slalom under the banner of sharing. Organised by the association Sport et Handicap en Briançonnais, and sponsored by Arthur Bauchet - triple gold medallist at the Beijing 2022 Paralympic Games - this race embodies a strong message: on the snow,...
C’est une page qui se tourne… pour mieux s’écrire. Après plus de 55 ans de loyaux services, la mythique télécabine des Chenus, qui relie le front de neige de Courchevel 1850 aux crêtes du même nom, va tirer sa révérence. À l’hiver 2025/2026, place à une nouvelle installation dernier cri signée POMA, qui promet de réinventer l’expérience des skieurs grâce à une montée en puissance aussi fluide que confortable. On vous dit tout. Le projet, mené par la Société des 3 Vallées (S3V) avec le soutien de la mairie de Courchevel et de plusieurs bureaux d’études, ambitionne une transformation complète…
Autrefois simples abris rudimentaires destinés aux alpinistes et randonneurs en quête de protection face aux conditions extrêmes, les refuges de montagne ont considérablement évolué au fil des décennies. D’une austérité nécessaire à un confort de plus en plus poussé, ces lieux emblématiques de la haute altitude oscillent aujourd’hui entre tradition et modernité, tout en conservant leur rôle essentiel d’accueil et de partage au cœur des massifs. Historiquement, les premiers refuges de montagne étaient avant tout des abris d’urgence, construits pour offrir une protection minimale face aux intempéries. En bois ou en pierre, souvent dépourvus de commodités, ils servaient de halte…
Si l’on s’en tient aux chiffres, l’hiver 2025 a été plutôt stable sur les sommets de la région Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes. Malgré des vacances d’hiver placées sous le signe de l’incertitude – météo capricieuse, réservations en flux tendu, calendrier moins favorable – la montagne a su garder son cap. Et comme souvent, ce sont les clientèles étrangères qui ont joué les locomotives, venant compenser un léger fléchissement du public français. C’est le premier enseignement livré par les données du dispositif Orange Flux Vision, relayées par Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes Tourisme : la fréquentation étrangère est en hausse de 10,2 % par rapport à l’hiver précédent.…
Dans l’ombre des grandes stations des 3 Vallées, Orelle cultive sa discrétion et son authenticité. Située en Maurienne, cette perle méconnue séduit les skieurs en quête de tranquillité et de grands espaces préservés. Ici, pas de files interminables aux remontées ni d’effervescence tapageuse, mais un décor brut et minéral, une nature intacte et une atmosphère où le silence règne en maître. À Orelle, on profite du ski autrement. Loin des grands flux touristiques, ce secteur méconnu des 3 Vallées offre des pistes peu fréquentées et une ambiance intimiste. Pour les skieurs et snowboarders en quête d’adrénaline, c’est aussi un terrain…
Nichés au cœur des plus beaux massifs montagneux de France, des chefs d’exception subliment les produits locaux dans des cadres à couper le souffle. Des Alpes majestueuses aux sommets préservés des Pyrénées, en passant par les paysages authentiques du Massif Central, des Vosges et du Jura, chaque massif cache des trésors culinaires récompensés par le prestigieux Guide Michelin. Que ce soit pour savourer une cuisine inventive face aux sommets enneigés ou redécouvrir les saveurs du terroir montagnard, ces adresses étoilées offrent des expériences inoubliables alliant raffinement, créativité et passion. LIRE AUSSI : Où manger dans nos stations de ski ?…
À Courchevel, même les fins de saison ont un goût de luxe et de convivialité. Tandis que la neige continue d’étirer ses courbes sur les pistes, un autre ballet s’organise dans les rues des villages : celui des étiquettes rouges, des bonnes affaires et des fashionistas en chasse de pépites. Depuis le 22 mars, les boutiques de la station ont lancé leur traditionnelle liquidation saisonnière. Et cette année, un rendez-vous s’annonce immanquable : la grande braderie d’hiver, les 5 et 6 avril. Ici, le shopping est une véritable expérience sensorielle. Un art de vivre à part entière, où se croisent…
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