Archive for April, 2009

Ski Slopes Clean up session 2008 Summary

Once again this year, eco-volunteer groups from the different mountain ranges across France got together and mobilised 2,480 volunteers, who gave of their time and energy to turn their beliefs into concrete actions.

Clean-up days were organised in 52 resorts, and resulted in 17 tonnes of rubbish being picked up, which although less than lasting 2007 is still a substantial amount.

Tour de France to Pass through Araches, France

On Wednesday 22nd July come and support the ‘Tour de France 2009′ leaders in the ‘Balme’ climb to Araches and la Frasse!

 

A beautiful mountain run. The road will be closed in between 1:30 and 4:30pm.

See the details on  French ‘Tour de France’ website

Why not stay in Les Carroz to watch this world famous event?!?

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The Best Self Catered Chalet 2010

For those looking for the best self catered chalet 2010, that offers bundles of mountain charm and style aswell as fantastic prices then look no further than the beautiful Chalet la Combe in Morzine, France.

A fantastic chalet located in the charming resort of Morzine that combines size, style and tradition effortlessly.  It is a rare gem of a chalet that offers an eccelctic and welcoming alternative to the latest trend of modern new builds that are decorating the landscapes of many mountain ski resorts.

Big White & Street Downhill

The Big White will be help Saturday and Sunday morning in 2 runs, maximum 100 riders Saturday morning, the first half will be qualified for Sunday morning’s finale. No worries the last 50 who didn’t qualified on Saturday will still be able to go up on Sunday morning and ride down just for Big White in Verbierpleasure, they’ll leave 5 minutes later and their time won’t be counted… Same start as last year from Les Attelas (2700m) but double the length arriving on the central square (1500m) for a total of 1200m altitude drop ! On snow of course but also dirt and cement on the final stretch. The route and the first half are the same as last year, and for the second half we’ll pass trough Les Combles, then Clambins, and take it home down Médran street.