Holidays in the snow

 

INNSBRUCK

 

"Innsbruck", the name resounds with the promise of powder snow and Olympic feats, chic holidays and the traditional art of living.

 

AVORIAZ

 

Inaugurated in 1966, this futuristic resort still remains a model of town planning and conviviality.

 

CHAMONIX

 

Capital of mountaineering since 1821, Chamonix is the 3rd most visited natural site in the world. 

 

CHAMROUSSE

 

With its Olympic pistes, peaks rising to nearly 3,000 m and an exceptional panorama, Chamrousse satisfies both confirmed skiers, onlookers, and Sunday hikers.

 

LES VALLEES D'AX

 

Located right next to the Principality of Andorra, less than 2 hours from Toulouse, Les Vallées d’Ax boasts one of the most beautiful and best preserved ski domains in the Pyrenees...

 

LES ORRES

 

Thirty-seven years after its creation, this resort in the High Alps still remains somewhat forgotten to the great delight of its fans who can enjoy the beauty of a protected unspoilt area.

 

MORZINE

 

At an altitude of 980m, between Mont Blanc and Lake Geneva, this famous uplands village is devoted first and foremost to peace and quiet and relaxation.

 

COURMAYEUR
 
Courmayeur has been able to keep a faithful clientèle of holidaymakers, thanks to its affordable hotels, quality restaurants and exceptional scenery.

ZAKOPANE

 

Like many western Europeans, I thought Poland was one huge potato crop plain. It wasn't therefore the first destination that sprang to mind when I decided to have a bit of a change and test the powder snow elsewhere than in the Alps.

 

SAINT-MORITZ
 
3 hours' drive away from Milan and Munich, St Moritz is, along with Zermatt, Gstaad and Davos, one of Switzerland's most renowned resorts.

 

VILLARS-SUR-OLLON
 

Relaxation, fresh air, alpine atmosphere and affordable prices... One hour from Lausanne by train, Villars is Switzerland's family resort par excellence.

 

ZERMATT

 

Set in a stunning natural location beneath the Matterhorn in south-west Switzerland, Zermatt is a paradise for those inclined to meditation or sports.