Author: Romain Boisaubert

Get your calves and your mind ready: the Red Bull 400 returns to Courchevel this summer for a 5th edition that promises to be another Dantesque event. Nestled at an altitude of 1,300 metres, the Olympic venue at Le Praz will be hosting one of the most intense events on the international sporting calendar this Sunday 13 July, on the legendary ski jump. There's no time to warm up: right from the start, it's a raw ascent. The Red Bull 400 is a race like no other: it's the equivalent of a 40-storey sprint, in the open air, with only the...

Looking for some fresh air, a chance to work up a sweat or a chance to get close to the peaks? In the Méribel valley, the playground is endless for walkers of all abilities. From a contemplative stroll beside a lake to a long hike in the mineral heights, here are three emblematic routes to try out this summer, according to your mood and physical condition. For everyone: the Plan de Tuéda nature reserve It's a nugget of biodiversity in the heart of the Alps: the Plan de Tuéda nature reserve extends over 1,100 protected hectares, where...

Sport, culture, relaxation or thrills: this summer, Méribel promises you an intense and varied mountain holiday! From fun-filled festivals to top-level sporting competitions, wellness events and traditional celebrations, the Savoyard resort has a packed calendar of not-to-be-missed events. ALSO READ: Méribel, Courchevel, Val Thorens... We already know the dates when the ski lifts will be open in the 3 Vallées this summer. Here's a roundup of dates not to be missed if you want to make the most of the summer season in the heart of the Alps. Game Over Festival (5 and 6 July) Méribel kicks off its summer season with...

TIGNES - This summer, even the youngest visitors will be entitled to their own adrenalin rush. From 28 June, Tignes is adding to its family activities with the eagerly-awaited opening of the Aventure Park, a brand new outdoor playground where you can climb, jump, slide... and above all, have fun with your feet off the ground. Nestled on the Plaine Olympique in Tignes, a stone's throw from the semi-synthetic Val Claret stadium, this new facility promises to thrill children and teenagers from 1m30 upwards, in a safe and immersive environment. It's here, in the heart of the mountains, that...

Briançon sees summer in orange! From 7 to 9 August, the colourful town is hosting the third edition of the Arty Colors festival, with an explosive artistic programme, two unmissable concert evenings and a myriad of free shows all over the Vauban town. Three days of festivities, sharing and creations to discover with family, friends... or just wandering the streets. A festival of vitality For this third edition, the colour orange has been chosen as the guiding theme: warmth, enthusiasm and energy will be the order of the day, in a friendly and convivial atmosphere...

They have seen generations of skiers come and go, grazed the snowy peaks and cradled countless memories of descents with family and friends. After more than twenty years of loyal service, the legendary gondolas on the Roche de Mio cable car in La Plagne are taking their leave. And to mark the occasion, they're taking one last trip... with their most passionate fans. On Saturday 28 June, 109 iconic gondolas will be auctioned off. A unique sale, organised right in the heart of the Savoyard resort, which will allow mountain lovers to walk away with an authentic piece of their domain...

Summer begins at altitude in Serre Chevalier. From 21 June, the ski lifts are back in action, offering privileged access to the summits, breathtaking panoramas and a wide range of activities, from the gentlest to the sportiest. Throughout the summer season, eight ski lifts will be working in shifts to take hikers, mountain bikers, families and thrill-seekers to the heart of a magnificent high-altitude domain. As soon as the Casse du Bœuf chairlift opens, the Bike Park kicks off its season with the first itineraries open to riders of all abilities. Then, from 28th...

Good news for holidaymakers! To meet the growing demand for summer holidays in the mountains, SNCF Voyageurs is announcing a major boost to its TGV service to the Tarentaise region for summer 2025. From 6 July, nine INOUI TGV return services will run every week between Paris Gare de Lyon and Bourg-Saint-Maurice, compared with seven in 2024. This enhanced service confirms the renewed appeal of the Alps during the summer season, particularly the Tarentaise valley, which is prized for its magnificent scenery and numerous outdoor activities. ALSO READ: Events, good deals... Try the cycling experience...

SERRE CHEVALIER - Up there, under the raking light of the mountains, Briançon reveals a different face. It's a town where you can discover its heritage at dusk, by bike or on board a chatty little train. With its UNESCO-listed Vauban fortifications, Briançon has been awarded the Ville d'Art et d'Histoire (Town of Art and History) label, and this summer is offering a programme of new, unusual and surprising tours to help you rediscover its treasures in a whole new way. For the first time, the town is offering its Nocturnes de la Cité, a visit by lamplight. When the sun goes down and the narrow streets...

After a "particularly successful" winter season, the resort of Tignes is already looking ahead to an ambitious summer 2025. Frédéric Porte, the resort manager, talks us through the highlights of the winter season and the major projects to come, from the Adventure Park to the "Tignes 2050" model. READ ALSO: Tignes: all the must-see events for summer 2025 What's your first assessment of the winter season at Tignes? What were the highlights of the season? The winter season was a good one. We're on a growth trajectory in terms of business, with an excellent...

It's one of the most beautiful playgrounds in the Alps, and it's open in summer too. Breathtaking hikes, spectacular mountain bike routes, XXL panoramas and guaranteed fresh air: from 5 July to 29 August 2025, the 3 Vallées ski lifts will be operating in summer mode to allow visitors to explore the peaks effortlessly. Courchevel: the valley in action every day Courchevel will be open 7 days a week throughout the summer, with a complete network of lifts to get you to the summits: so you can easily reach the high altitude itineraries or cycle back down...

It's a diagonal like a breath of fresh air. An almost secret line that crosses the French Alps at human and heart level, far from the main roads, crowds and noise. From Thonon-les-Bains to Nice, the P'tites Routes du Soleil® Gravel route traces an original, raw and poetic path, over 845 kilometres of wild cycling itinerary, between turquoise lakes, forgotten ridges, hilltop villages and mineral silences. Two years' work in the field, scouting and discussions with the regions have produced a rare itinerary: 40 % of gravel tracks, 60 % of small roads, and more than 17,500 metres of...

At La Plagne, the summer season is being reinvented with a cocktail of new experiences, combining relaxation, nature and thrills. Off the beaten track, the famous Savoyard resort is focusing on immersive, fun and committed activities for families and adventurers alike. Here's a round-up of the new activities not to be missed this summer. Aerial yoga: take to the skies... in all its lightness A newcomer to the mountains, aerial yoga is taking up residence this summer at Plagne Centre, on the panoramic terrace of the Espace Pierra Menta. Suspended in colourful hammocks, participants are invited to explore postures and...

In the heart of the Alpine valleys of northern Italy, between flower-filled meadows and vertiginous peaks, three hikes offer mountain lovers a rare immersion in local culture, striking landscapes and thrilling sensations. Whether you're going as a family, with friends or on your own, these itineraries invite you to slow down, contemplate and experience the mountains in a different way. From Vetan to Mont Fallère: the most poetic hike At Vetan, a peaceful little hamlet perched high above Aosta, the path leading up to Mont Fallère (2,385 m) unfolds a whimsical setting. It's a two-hour walk from Vetan (613...

Perched at an altitude of 1,500 metres, facing the Meije massif, the village of La Grave is a sanctuary for lovers of unspoilt nature and mountain sports.

Fancy taking to the mountains this summer? Good idea: between music festivals, high-flying sporting events, cultural rendezvous and traditional celebrations, France's mountain resorts have a packed and varied programme in store for you. France Montagnes reveals the highlights of summer 2025 at altitude. Get your diaries ready! ALSO READ: Find out about all the summer activities in our resorts in our "leisure" section Mountain of Hell - Les 2 Alpes (20-22 June): A legendary descent of 2,300 metres in height difference, from the glacier at 3,200...

Good news for lovers of the open road and wide open spaces: the Col d'Allos, one of the most emblematic Alpine routes, should once again be open to cyclists, motorcyclists and motorists by the end of June 2025. Closed since the violent storms of December 2023, this vital link between the Ubaye valley and the Haut-Verdon had to remain impassable throughout the 2024 summer season, due to major damage to the road surface. Since the snow melted last spring, work has resumed with renewed vigour on this route, located at an altitude of 2,250 metres....

When the snow gives way to alpine meadows, Alpe d'Huez doesn't go to sleep: it changes face and becomes a life-size playground for thrill-seekers. Flying, sliding, hurtling... Here are three experiences to try out if you want to experience the mountains in a different way, between heaven and earth. Mountain Kart: the Mario Kart spirit in a mountain version Imagine Mario Kart, without a screen and in the middle of the mountains. That's exactly what the Alpe d'Huez summer mountain kart offers. On three wheels, low to the ground, you can take to the track at Marcel's Farm, helmet on and...

There's no need to wait for the summer holidays to breathe easy. In June, Les 2 Alpes emerges from winter with a bang. On the contrary: the Isère resort is kicking off its summer season with a bang, with skiing, major sports shows and the first steps towards the summits. While the heat settles in on the plains, here it's the altitude that takes over, offering a breath of fresh air, adrenalin and freshness. Here are five reasons to give in to the call of the mountains, in complete tranquillity, just before the hustle and bustle of July. 1. breathe in the shade of the peaks Far from the heat peaks...

In the Serre Chevalier Briançon valley, calves are warming up and wheels are squealing with anticipation. All summer long, the roads, paths and mountain pastures will be buzzing with the rhythm of two-wheelers. With world-class events, legendary routes reserved for cyclists, innovative bike parks and specially adapted accommodation, it's sure to be a total experience for enthusiasts and the curious alike. The opening event is the Alps Epic, from 21 to 24 June. This marathon mountain bike race, now included in the UCI calendar, crosses the Hautes-Alpes over five stages, including two in the valley: on 23 June, a 62.6km loop between Saint-Chaffrey and the Col du Lautaret,...