When Skiing Replaced Mining
January 5, 2023 12:07 pm Leave your thoughtsSkiers may be surprised to learn about abandoned mine workings that lie beneath the snow covered pistes of some famous ski resorts.
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About Roger Moss
Owner and Editor of MountainPassions, Roger is a journalist and photographer with more than 30 years’ professional experience producing illustrated ski and travel editorial features for magazines and location photography for travel guides, both in the UK and overseas. He regularly writes resort reviews for other ski websites and tour operators as well as ski and mountain features for newspapers and magazines worldwide.
Albiez Montrond
September 22, 2015 11:23 am Comments Off on Albiez MontrondProving that small can be beautiful, Albiez offers traditional family skiing amid truly dazzling scenery, with easy access to extra terrain in nearby Les Sybelles.
Alpe d’Huez
August 10, 2014 5:13 pm Comments Off on Alpe d’HuezSunshine guaranteed on this south-facing plateau in the Grandes Rousses Massif. Known for its vertical drops and the longest piste in the world.
Arêches-Beaufort
August 11, 2014 10:48 am Comments Off on Arêches-BeaufortArêches-Beaufort ski station and authentic village in the unspoilt Beaufortain region of the Alps.
Argentière
July 15, 2015 7:05 pm Comments Off on ArgentièreThe small ski resort of Argentière is situated in the heart of the Chamonix Valley. Expert skiers come here for its off-piste skiing on Les Grand Montets. Skiers based in Chamonix can access the slopes via the free shuttle bus.
Avoriaz
August 11, 2014 11:09 am Comments Off on AvoriazHigh altitude ski-in ski-out, car-free resort in the Portes du Soleil. Varied terrain for intermediates, plenty for advanced skiers and fantastic for boarders. Lively nightlife.
Brides-les-Bains
August 11, 2014 11:25 am Comments Off on Brides-les-BainsSituated in the Trois-Vallées (the world's biggest ski area), Brides-les-Bains offers great accommodation choices at low cost.
Cauterets
August 7, 2014 3:08 pm Comments Off on CauteretsA well-planned selection of groomed pistes served by an efficient lift system will appeal to recreational family skiers looking for a relaxed, uncomplicated experience.
Chamonix Mont Blanc
January 22, 2015 11:10 am Comments Off on Chamonix Mont BlancModern skiing was born in the Chamonix Valley, and now it’s world famous among serious skiers - find out why.
Chamrousse
August 11, 2014 11:36 am Comments Off on ChamroussePopular resort just 30km from Grenoble, offering family fun on enjoyable & varied terrain, including extensive cross-country trails.