French ski resorts invest €300m in new lifts

skichaletblogger November 17, 2014
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The ski resorts of France have been working hard over the close season in preparation for this winter. Around €300 million euros have been spent improving the lifts and slopes.  Some of the major changes are listed below: NEW RUNS/ZONES …

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New Hybrid Piste Groomer Hits The Slopes

skichaletblogger September 18, 2014
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There’s a paradox in skiing that it’s a sport that’s very hard to enjoy without creating even more of the carbon emissions that contribute to climate change and threaten the future of the sport. Many ski resorts fully recognise this …

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Alpe d’Huez wins Green Initiative Award for use of Electric Vehicles

skichaletblogger May 2, 2014
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The ski resort of Alpe d’Huez has been awarded with the ‘Green Initiative’ award at the  Trophées de la Montagne Française. The prize was given at a ceremony in Val d’Isere last month, created to celebrate new developments in mountain resorts in …

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Ski in Courchevel for free this November!

skichaletblogger November 19, 2013
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It might only be 19 November, but it’s looking like this could be a vintage season. Last weekend, Obergurgl opened.  Take a look at this video of the amazing conditions that were on offer: Ski in Courchevel for free And …

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Tour de France goes for a double-helping of Alpe d’Huez

skichaletblogger July 16, 2013
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Even if you’re not into cycling, the chances are that you know the Tour de France is going on right now. You may even know that this year the the 100th edition, or that Team Sky’s Chris Froome is currently …

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Five Christmas Ski Chalets in France

skichaletblogger July 3, 2013
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The Chaletline.co.uk phones are running hot with enquiries for Christmas week already. So if you’re looking for a ski chalet in France for this festive holiday, then take a look at our list of the Five Christmas Ski Chalets in …

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