Author: Romain Boisaubert

It's a postcard-perfect little paradise of freshness. In Combloux, facing the giant of the Alps, a different kind of bathing area awaits you: France's first public ecological bathing area. There's no chlorine or chemicals here - just over 10,000 aquatic plants to naturally filter the impressively clear water. Since 2002, the biotope lake has been a pioneer, attracting thousands of visitors every summer in search of sustainable freshness. ALSO READ: Combloux: preserved authenticity at the foot of Mont-Blanc Located in...

It's an event that whitewater sports fans won't want to miss. From 21 to 27 July 2025, the town of Bourg Saint Maurice will be hosting a week of national slalom and kayak-cross canoe-kayak competitions in the heart of a breathtaking Alpine setting. On the mountainside, on the tumultuous banks of the Haute-Isère, the Claude-Peschier international pool is considered one of the most technical and demanding in the world. ALSO READ: TGV direct to the Alps: the Tarentaise region is more accessible than ever this summer, discover the new lines Carved out of an unspoilt natural site, this...

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 – Cet été, les plus jeunes auront, eux aussi, droit à leur montée d’adrénaline. À partir du 28 juin, Tignes enrichit son offre familiale avec l’ouverture très attendue de l’Aventure Park, un tout nouveau terrain de jeux en plein air où l’on grimpe, on s’élance, on glisse… et surtout, on s’amuse, les pieds loin du sol. Nichée dans la Plaine Olympique de Tignes, à deux pas du stade semi-synthétique du Val Claret, cette nouvelle installation promet de beaux frissons pour les enfants et ados dès 1m30, dans un cadre sécurisé et immersif. C’est ici, au cœur des montagnes, que…

Briançon voit l’été en orange ! Du 7 au 9 août, la ville haute en couleurs accueille la troisième édition du festival Arty Colors, avec une programmation artistique explosive, deux soirées concerts immanquables et une myriade de spectacles gratuits aux quatre coins de la cité Vauban. Trois jours de fête, de partage, et de créations à découvrir en famille, entre amis… ou au hasard des rues. Une édition sous le signe de la vitalité Pour cette troisième édition, la couleur orange a été choisie comme fil conducteur : chaleur, enthousiasme et énergie seront à l’honneur dans une ambiance conviviale et…

Elles ont vu défiler des générations de skieurs, frôlé les cimes enneigées et bercé d’innombrables souvenirs de descentes en famille ou entre amis. Après plus de vingt ans de bons et loyaux services, les mythiques cabines de la télécabine Roche de Mio, à La Plagne, tirent leur révérence. Et pour marquer le coup, elles s’offrent un dernier voyage… chez les plus passionnés. Le samedi 28 juin, 109 cabines emblématiques seront mises aux enchères. Une vente unique, organisée en plein cœur de la station savoyarde, qui permettra aux amoureux de la montagne de repartir avec un authentique morceau de leur domaine…

À Serre Chevalier, l’été commence en altitude. Dès le 21 juin, les remontées mécaniques reprennent du service pour offrir un accès privilégié aux sommets, aux panoramas vertigineux et à un large éventail d’activités, des plus douces aux plus sportives. Tout au long de la saison estivale, ce sont huit remontées mécaniques qui se relaient pour emmener randonneurs, vététistes, familles et amateurs de sensations fortes au cœur d’un domaine d’altitude grandiose. Dès l’ouverture du télésiège de la Casse du Bœuf, le Bike Park lance sa saison avec ses premiers itinéraires accessibles aux riders de tous niveaux. Puis, à partir du 28…

Bonne nouvelle pour les vacanciers ! Afin de répondre à l’engouement croissant pour les séjours estivaux en montagne, SNCF Voyageurs annonce un important renfort de son offre TGV à destination de la Tarentaise pour l’été 2025. Dès le 6 juillet, neuf allers-retours TGV INOUI circuleront chaque semaine entre Paris Gare de Lyon et Bourg-Saint-Maurice, contre sept en 2024. Une offre boostée qui vient confirmer l’attrait renouvelé des Alpes en période estivale, et particulièrement de la vallée de la Tarentaise, prisée pour ses paysages grandioses et ses nombreuses activités de plein air. LIRE AUSSI : Événements, bons plans… Tentez l’expérience vélo…

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...