Winter Sports in France
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Welcome to our new section about winter sports holidays in France. Check out our latest articles on:
Getting to French Ski Resorts
Comparison of Ski Resorts
Info on Snow Conditions
Try Something New - Skidoo!
Pyrenean Resorts Reviewed
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10 reasons to enjoy a winter break in France
Thinking of booking a ski holiday in France? You certainly will be after reading our top 10 reasons to spend your winter break at a French resort. Cheap flights, English speaking instructors, thermal spas and fondue are just the tip of the iceberg.
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The Three Valleys Area...
Simply the world’s best in many skiers’ eyes
As one of the largest ski areas in the world, the Three Valleys provides high altitude, world-class skiing, as well as a guarantee of great snow all season long, from November to May. Find out more about the 3 classic resorts here...
10 reasons to visit the Pyrénées
While the Alps tend to grab the ski headlines, there's a new kid in town. The Pyrénées offer a great value alternative with modernised facilities, unspoilt villages and stunning scenery.
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The ski resort - a beginner’s guide
Whether or not you’ve had some practise on a dry slope, a ski resort in France can still prove daunting to the uninitiated. So before we bid you bon voyage, read our guide to runs and lifts, ski hire and schools to help prepare you for your first ski holiday in France.
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Chalets & Chalet Hotels – Amazing accommodation!
For the winter 11/12 season, Inghams has introduced a whopping 42 new chalets and chalet hotels. Offering unbeatable value in great locations across Europe, their Chalets and Chalet Hotels guarantee you the perfect ski holiday...
Mountain Pick and Mix for Everyone
The Ski 2 Freedom Foundation (a non-profit organization) works in partnership with French ski schools and ski resorts to help make ski and alpine holidays a reality for children and adults who need that little extra help...
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Ski in France the French way
Award winning Peak Retreats is a friendly, independent tour operator which gives British skiers the opportunity to experience skiing in France the French way.
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Paradiski - a skiers paradise
Set high in the Tarentaise region of the French Alps, the slopes of Les Arcs and La Plagne were joined a few years back to create one of the largest lift-linked ski areas in the world, making the area a magnet for skiers of all abilities.
Where to ski in France
France offers a choice of purpose-built or natural resorts depending on how you wish to spend your time après ski, both catered and self-catering chalet accommodation to suit all budgets and child-friendly fun should you be looking for it.
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Snow sports to try this winter
With the arrival of the first snowfalls, a flurry of activity overtakes the mountains. Everyone’s attention is focussed on the snow sports for which many variations are added to the list each year. Here's our pick of those you should definitely try while holidaying in the Alps or Pyrénées...
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Real-life story: skiing in France
In 2007, Christian Lawler went on his first ski holiday in France. Now, he spends at least seven days each year at a French ski resort and has even invested in a few pieces of equipment. Here, Christian tells FrenchEntrée about his experience.
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Staying safe on the slopes
An environment praised for its slippery surfaces carries an increased risk of injury for holidaymakers. Make sure you have all bases covered when you set off on a ski break in France, including adequate travel insurance and safety equipment.
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Travel from the UK to French ski resorts
Ski bunnies are spoiled for choice when it comes to travel options, as the mountainous regions of France are well served by planes and trains. Taking the channel tunnel or ferry in your car or hiring a vehicle on your arrival offer yet more possibilities.
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Ski property in France for £100,000 or less
An apartment in a habitable state, within easy reach of a famous French ski resort can be yours for less than £100,000. In fact, there’s plenty of choice at the moment, as we show you here with our round-up of some of the best buys on the market.
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Real life story: running a ski chalet
Al and Deb Flight left London to scour France for the perfect property to start their mountain holiday business. After many months and many disappointments, they discovered the Châtel in the Portes du Soleil area of the French Alps...
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The history of skiing
For many of us, skiing has become an annual treat. It is one of the most popular types of holiday and at this time of year, it seems our thoughts turn to the sun-kissed glamour of the French ski resorts – and away from the depressing drizzle of the British winter.
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A ski break in Cauterets
This low key ski resort in the Midi-Pyrénées is also a historic spa village. We arrived in the pretty (snowless) centre, having pre-arranged a flat during the three hour drive down there. It couldn’t have been easier...
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Skiing in the Aveyron
A vast volcanic plateau situated in the north of the Aveyron departement, Aubrac boasts a domaine for cross-country skiing and downhill skiing in the resorts of Brameloup, Nasbinals, Aubrac, Saint-Urcize and Laguiole. more...
Ski 2 Freedom
Ski 2 Freedom is a not-for-profit foundation that provides comprehensive information on snow sports and mountain activities to meet the requirements of people with a disability or special need, so that they have an independent choice of location and activity.Evasion Travel
Courchevel Winter Holidays
Catered chalets and self catered apartments with dedicated, mature hosts in the world’s largest ski area. Traditional alpine village locations and options to suit all budgets... www.evasiontravel.co.ukDiscover skiing in the Pyrenees
Skiing holidays with a difference in the Grand Tourmalet - French Pyrenees’ largest resort. Miles of cruising pistes for all abilities, with prices 1/3 cheaper than the Alps! Catered chalet or 3* hotel with hot-tub in Bareges. www.mountainbug.com
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