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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. 

During the winter, ski resorts attract thousands of visitors for winter sports. These holidays often have a significant environmental impact, particularly in terms of greenhouse gas emissions.

Following heavy snowfalls, with more than a metre of snow falling on the summits, Tignes has announced an exceptional pre-opening...