The Stats Altitude: 720m Top Lift: 1780m Ski area: 265km of pistes Adult lift pass: 216€ for six days Official Site | Ski Map | Webcam In a Nutshell Samoens may share its ski area with purpose-built...
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Samoens has around a dozen bars in all, a few of which can be quite lively. “There’s enough atmosphere for 30-60 year olds,” says one reporter. Given this a resort popular with...
For a long time, the ESF was the only outfit in town. But now there are three more: Zig Zag (telemark, heli-skiing, technical ‘top-up’ clinics), 360 International, and Ski Session...
On the mountain, try the Refuge l’Igloo (+33 450 90 14 31), at the top of the Morillon chair on the ridge above Les Carroz. In the same area, the Chalet des Molliets (+33 450 90 05 09) is also...
The whole of the Grand Massif awaits you – but it’s quite a schlep to the far side. No doubt about it – the best skiing in the area is the big snowy bowl of Flaine, and the cirque...
There are six ski schools that service the Hintertux and surrounding area: Ski and Snowboard School Tuxertal in Hintertux itself, Ski School Tux 3000 and Luggis Ski and Snowboard School Tux both in...
There’s fresh snow in the Alps – again. This afternoon, the clouds are lifting across most areas after the second dose of chilly late-summer/early autumn weather in two weeks. The first snow came on...
It’s a long way from being the most convenient resort in the world – but Mayrhofen’s top-notch terrain park, varied pistes and throbbing nightlife ensure a loyal following. Want to...
1. The competition will run on www.welove2ski.com until noon on Thursday December 20, 2012. This is also the closing time and date for entries. 2. The competition is open to all residents of the UK...
Don’t get too excited, now. With 30 restaurants and bars you should find something, but this is strictly not a party resort. The real apres-ski option is the thermal baths. The local waters...
