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Photos: snow returns to French Alps in July

Michael Fulton

Unexpected July Snowfall in French Alps

A recent cold snap has brought snow to the French Alps in July, with snowfall recorded at altitudes above 2,300m. This unusual weather event has captured attention, though experts note it's not unprecedented for the region.

Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
France
French Alps
Grande Motte Glacier in Tignes, France, Reopens its Slopes for Summer Skiing

Michael Fulton

Summer Skiing Returns to Tignes' Grande Motte Glacier

Tignes reopens its Grande Motte glacier for summer skiing, joining other Alpine resorts offering high-altitude snow sports amidst warm weather challenges.

France
French Alps
Val d'Isère
Tignes
Val d’Isère, France, Opens for Summer Skiing on the Pisaillas Glacier This Weekend

Michael Fulton

Summer Skiing Returns to Val d'Isère's Pisaillas Glacier

Val d'Isère's Pisaillas Glacier opens for summer skiing from June 7 to July 6, 2025. Skiers can access slopes above 3,000 meters via the Col de l'Iseran, Europe's highest paved pass.

Vanoise National Park
France
Val d'Isère
Where Alpine Luxury Lives: Top 13 Most Expensive European Ski Home Markets

Michael Fulton

Top 13 Priciest European Ski Property Markets Revealed

UBS study uncovers soaring prices in Alpine ski home markets, with Swiss resorts leading in cost and French destinations boasting the largest markets.

Verbier
Zermatt
France
Val d'Isère
Switzerland
The Global Ski Industry Leaders: Top 9 Countries by Skier Visits

Michael Fulton

Global Ski Tourism: Top 9 Countries by Annual Skier Visits

Explore the world's most popular ski destinations as we analyse the top nine countries by annual skier visits. From the United States to Sweden, discover how these nations shape the global ski industry and attract millions of visitors each year.

France
Japan
United States
Switzerland
Austria
The French resort where you can ski until July

Michael Fulton

Les Deux-Alpes: Skiing Until July in the French Alps

Les Deux-Alpes ski resort in France is extending its winter sports season until July, offering skiers and riders the opportunity to hit the slopes well into summer at high altitudes.

Isère
France
Les 2 Alpes
After 3 Years Without Snow, French Ski Area is Closing Slopes For Good

Michael Fulton

Climate Change Forces Closure of French Pyrenees Ski Resort

Hautacam ski resort in the French Pyrenees announces permanent closure of winter skiing operations due to recurring snow shortages and financial losses, highlighting the impact of climate change on mid-altitude ski areas.

French Pyrenees
France
Hautacam
Most Ski Resorts Now Shut But It Ain’t Over Yet Folks!

Michael Fulton

Late-Season Skiing: Where to Find Snow in May 2025

As many ski resorts close after Easter, some high-altitude destinations remain open into May. Learn which resorts still offer skiing and what conditions to expect for late-season snow sports.

Val Thorens
Les Arcs
France
Ischgl
Tignes
Record-Breaking Snow Totals in Switzerland as 89 inches; Falls in 2 Days

Michael Fulton

Swiss Alps Hit by Massive 89-Inch Snowfall in 48 Hours

Switzerland's Simplon region experiences record-breaking snowfall, with 89 inches falling in just two days at Bortelsee station, setting new national records for short-term snow accumulation.

Zermatt
France
Switzerland
Avalanches in Val Thorens, France, Leave One Critically Injured and Force Ski Area Shutdown

Michael Fulton

Val Thorens Avalanches: Ski Area Closure and Critical Injury

Multiple avalanches in Val Thorens, France, have led to the closure of the ski area and left one person critically injured. Local authorities have raised the avalanche risk to its maximum level.

Val Thorens
Les Menuires
France
French Alps
Massive Spring Snowstorm: Over 2 Metres (6.5 Feet) of Fresh Powder Heading to European Alps

Michael Fulton

Massive Spring Snowstorm: Over 2 Metres (6.5 Feet) of Fresh Powder Heading to European Alps

A significant spring snowstorm is set to blanket the European Alps this week, with forecasts predicting up to 2 metres (6.5 feet) of fresh powder at high-elevation ski resorts. Southern and western Alpine regions will receive the heaviest snowfall, with Zermatt, Saas Fee, and Gressoney-la-Trinite topping the charts for projected accumulation.

Europe
France
Switzerland
Italy
Summer Skiing in French Alps: 2025 Plans Unveiled

Michael Fulton

Summer Skiing in French Alps: 2025 Plans Unveiled

Three French ski resorts have announced their summer skiing schedules for 2025, offering skiers and riders the chance to hit the slopes well after the traditional winter season ends.

Val d’Isère
France
French Alps
Tignes
Les 2 Alpes
Which Season Pass Offers the Best Alps Access?

Michael Fulton

Skiing in Europe Is Amazing, But Which Pass Takes You Further

Planning a ski trip to the Alps? This guide breaks down the European resort access offered by major ski passes, helping you choose the best option for your Alpine adventure.

Chamonix
Zermatt
France
Switzerland
Andermatt-Sedrun
Austria
Superb Snow Conditions At Les 2 Alpes. More Than 5 Meters Of Cumulative Snow At An Altitude Of 2,600 M…

Michael Fulton

Les 2 Alpes: A Spring Skiing Mecca with Impressive Snow Depths

Les 2 Alpes boasts exceptional snow conditions this April, with over 5 metres of cumulative snow at 2,600m altitude. Discover why spring skiing here offers a perfect blend of great snow, sunny days, and fewer crowds.

Europe
France
Les 2 Alpes
2024-2025 Ski Season Chairlift Incidents Review

Michael Fulton

2024-2025 Ski Season Chairlift Incidents Review

The 2024-2025 ski season saw an unusual concentration of chairlift malfunctions across global ski resorts, raising important questions about infrastructure maintenance and safety protocols. From mechanical failures to weather-related accidents, these incidents highlight the critical importance of ongoing vigilance at ski resorts worldwide.

Europe
Colorado
France
California
The ski trail sign for the new zone.

Michael Fulton

French Ski Legend Candide Thovex Honoured with Named Run at La Clusaz

Legendary freeskier Candide Thovex has been honoured by his home resort La Clusaz with a ski run bearing his name. The newly designated run is located in the Massif de Balme sector where Thovex first developed his revolutionary skiing style and filmed many of his most famous segments.

Europe
La Clusaz
France
Revolutionary New Ski Lifts in Europe 2024: 8 Game-Changing Mountain Transport Systems

Michael Fulton

Revolutionary New Ski Lifts in Europe 2024: 8 Game-Changing Mountain Transport Systems

From the world's steepest aerial tramway in Switzerland to the innovative "Ropetaxi" in LAAX, Europe's ski resorts are unveiling groundbreaking lift technologies for 2024/25. Discover how these engineering marvels are transforming the mountain experience with faster speeds, greater comfort, and enhanced sustainability.

Europe
France
Switzerland
Austria
Italy
French Ski Resort Closes Down Due To Lack Of Snow

Michael Fulton

French Ski Resort Closes Down Due To Lack Of Snow

The closure of La Sambuy ski resort near Annecy in the French Alps, after 60 years of operation, highlights the profound impact of climate change on winter sports. Last year, a mere four-week ski season due to a lack of snow prompted the resort's decision to dismantle its iconic ski lifts. Rising temperatures, diminishing snowfall, and financial constraints were cited as the main culprits. The town council's move to indefinitely close the lifts in June, effective September 10th, marked a shift away from a summer tourism-centric model previously adopted to offset winter losses.

Snowbasin
France