November Snow in the Alps

skichaletblogger November 1, 2023
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We are loving the photos of snow coming down all around the Alps. Here’s a selection of some of the scenes that are getting us so excited about this winter… Obergurgl Obergurgl hosts a World Cup slalom later this month. …

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Three reasons to choose Morzine for an eco-friendly ski holiday

skichaletblogger October 17, 2023
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We all recognise that without action, the wonderful sport of skiing that we love will retreat higher and higher into the mountains, for shorter seasons. Many resorts are taking action to reduce their own emissions and encourage their visitors to …

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Lac-Intrêts chairlift in Avoriaz upgraded

skichaletblogger October 11, 2023
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This winter the Lac-Intrêts chairlift in Avoriaz is being upgraded to a more efficient and faster model. First constructed in 1975 as a triple chairlift, the Lac-Intrêts was upgraded to a four-person chair in 1986. New 6-person chairlift This winter, …

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Why are reindeer antlers the symbol of Avoriaz?

skichaletblogger October 3, 2023
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The French ski resort of Avoriaz is one of our favourites in the Alps. Located in the heart of the huge Portes du Soleil ski area, Avoriaz is on the border of France and Switzerland and offers the highest skiing …

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What’s New in Courchevel for 2023/24

skichaletblogger September 20, 2023
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Courchevel is one of our favourite resorts. Made up of different ‘stations’ from Le Praz (1300), via Village (1550), Moriond (1650) to Courchevel 1850 and not forgetting La Tania, there are so many options for skiers on and off the …

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New Lifts and Pistes in Les 2 Alpes

skichaletblogger September 8, 2023
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Visitors to the French resort of Les 2 Alpes can look forward to several new lifts and pistes this winter, with more developments to come. The resort offers skiing up to 3600m on its glacier, which is where most skiers …

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Ellmau and Soll focus on Sustainability in the SkiWelt, Austria

skichaletblogger August 16, 2023
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The SkiWelt ski area in Austria is one of the largest – and greenest – in the world. Consisting of 83 lifts, 270kms of pistes and over 80 mountain huts, the SkiWelt Wilder Kaiser (to give it its full name) …

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GB Snowsport athletes head to Perisher in Australia for pre-season training

skichaletblogger August 2, 2023
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It might only be August, but thoughts are already turning towards next winter. Here in the Chaletline offices, our phonelines are busy with chalet holiday enquiries. And on the other side of the world, some of Britain’s best skiers and …

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The 2023 Tour de France comes to the Alps

skichaletblogger July 20, 2023
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Even if you don’t like cycling, if you’re a skier, then it’s always worth watching the Tour de France when it comes to the Alps. In the last few days, the peloton has travelled through some of the most famous …

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5 Classic Tour de France Climbs in Ski Resorts

skichaletblogger July 5, 2023
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With only a couple of weeks to go until the Tour de France arrives in the Alps, we thought it was time to look at some of the classic climbs in French ski resorts. Col de la Loze, Méribel (2304m) …

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