As things turn cold in other markets France is enjoying a steady annual rise of 3%. Many investors will be keen to see what the best property investment deals are at present. Read more...
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Erna Low Property accepting reservations on apts. & giving great owner offers incl. up to 3.5% income & 4 wks usage. Apts. from €250K.
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The famous Rossignol Rooster autographs their 1907 line for the summer.
Functional fabrics, detailing and mountain emblems define the range.Visit website...
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Eco-friendly Chalets : A look at how one developer is building chalets with a ‘green’ future.
Chesterton International provide an insight into the chalets built by Grosset Janin and comment on the Alpine property market.
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Property & Living
PLUS, building your own eco-chalet...a couple create their dream home with more than a few environmentally friendly features in the Val d'Abondance. Now the chalet provides its enthusiatic owners with a successful Chambres d'Hôtes business.Read more...
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Highly Desirable :Its narrow backstreets evoke the spirit of vieux Nice or Menton, yet the uplifting, high-altitude setting is unmistakable. We discover why the old fortified town of Briançon is such a charmer — and currently trés chic, too. Read more...
Property & Living
Route des Grandes Alpes :The legendary Route des Grandes Alpes from Lac Léman to the Mediterranean takes you through some truly breathtaking scenery. Our guide will help you plan your drive with ideas for accommodation, restaurants and places to see...
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Activities & Events
Thermal Spas :Relaxation, well-being and spa treatments provide luxurious escapes from everyday cares and pressures. We profile a selection of thermal spa centres and new spa and fitness suites in and around the mountains. Read more...
Winter & Ski
Alpine Regional Cheeses :Alpine cheeses are produced according to the rhythms of the seasons and using methods passed down through generations of local farmers. Here we focus on three of the most famous cheeses from the region: Beaufort, Abondance and Reblochon
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Culture & Tradition
Chalet Style : In Haute-Savoie, high above the Vallée d’Abondance, we visit a 200 year-old mountain chalet which has been lovingly restored by its antique-dealer owner. But as we discovered one rainy day, there’s more: a cosy interior which provides plenty of opportunities for the owner to give free rein to her eclectic taste.
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Culture & Tradition 
Strong, Silent Types: The hard, Gruyère-style cheeses of the French Alps are famed for their full-bodied flavour. We look at three authentic AOC favourites: Abondance, Beaufort and Reblochon.
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Culture & Tradition
Rossignol Skis :Rossignol is celebrating 100 years since founder Abel Rossignol made himself a pair of skis in his carpentry workshop. Follow the history of the company which now has 30% of the world market share for skis.
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Winter & Ski
Property Releases :MountainPassions brings you the latest releases in Alpine mountain properties and puts you in touch with the agents. Find new investment properties from landmark restorations to the ultimate in luxury chalets.
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New Investment Scheme, Chamonix:
Leading French developer MGM's innovative finance scheme enables buyers to maximise their investments in the French Alpine ski resort of Chamonix.
Chalet and Apartment Releases :
We reveal the latest releases of new ski and mountain developments.
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Schappe, Briançon:
An extraordinary investment opportunity in an historic building guaranteed to be the most exclusive in the region.
Arc 1950:
We look at Arc 1950 and an appraisal of Intrawest's success in Europe.
Lifestyle Investments:
We review the rise in the mountain property investment market.
The Environmentally Friendly Chalet:
A look at how one developer is building chalets with a ‘green’ future.
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