The Middle East is famous for its deserts of vast sand dunes, camels and heavenly beaches in the middle of a thousand seas. But man does not live by sand and sea alone, as Iran is home to the highest volcano in the Middle East: Damavand.

The month of May in the Southern Alps promises to be packed with events, including Alpes 1 Radio Live, the Salon du bien-être et de la voyance and the Fête de Savournon.

Survival whistles are essential equipment for anyone venturing into the mountains, whether for hiking, mountaineering or simply for excursions in the great outdoors.

As the weather warms up and our mountains change from their beautiful white coats to green, mountain bike enthusiasts will have the chance to discover some new things in our resorts this summer.

Lyon is not just about the Presqu'île, the Basilique de Fourvière and
Place Bellecour. Le Petit Montagnard presents five winter sports resorts close to the capital of the Gauls.

A holiday in the mountains outside the summer holiday season is a real privilege, especially in spring. A season full of advantages.

With its seven 5-star hotels and six 4-star hotels, Val d'Isère has plenty to offer when it comes to luxury. We have selected three that are well worth a visit.

The long-awaited resumption of mountain biking in Venosc (Les 2 Alpes) has been good news since 12 April.

Whether you're a beer lover or simply curious about discovering new cultures, the Fête de la Bière,...

Courchevel offers a wide choice of accommodation. Whether you choose a flat, a hotel, a chalet, a bed and breakfast, a residence, a holiday centre or a refuge, you'll enjoy breathtaking views of the peaks and snow-covered forests.

Looking for a specialist shop to buy the best second-hand Japanese wood chisels? If so, we've selected Théo Top Outils as the place to go when it comes to woodcarving.

Compagnie du Mont-Blanc (CMB), in partnership with Doppelmayr France, recently unveiled plans to rebuild the Grands Montets gondola lift, which was seriously damaged in 2018.

Located at the entrance to the Parc de la Vanoise, the Vallon de l'Iseran is preparing to welcome a major innovation for the 2024/25 season: a new-generation gondola lift that will benefit users and protect the environment.

Interface Tourism Insights has revealed its analysis of 2024 travel trends for the French. Between the search for outdoor activities and the discovery of picturesque villages, the mountains are increasingly favoured by holidaymakers.

Nestling in the heart of the French Alps, Val Thorens stands out as the highest ski resort not only in France but also in Europe.

It's a world first and a La Plagne exclusive. Two completely open cabins unlike any other have been incorporated into the new Glacier gondola line, which reaches the new Live 3000 summit at an altitude of 3,080 m. 

The Director of Méribel Tourisme talked to us about the winter of 2023-2024.

In Méribel, the current 6-seater chairlift at Côte Brune will be replaced in December 2025 by a modern 10-seater gondola lift.

Val d'Isère (Northern Alps) - A world-renowned ski destination with more than 300 km of pistes, this resort is a favourite with winter sports fans. And when you think of guaranteed snow, Val d'Isère springs to mind, not least because of the altitude, the different exposures and the top-class snow guns that cover the slopes. 

Which countries do the French choose for their snow holidays? While France is logically the most popular destination, Switzerland comes second.