INSANE: Chamonix - The Real Truth

It’s snow time: the best winter activity holidays in Europe for non-skiers

From husky sledding and chasing the northern lights in Lapland to bear-spotting in Transylvania, here’s our pick of wild and magical snowy breaks in Europe

The Guardian - UK · 7h ago

‘Summer has shaken us’: Nepal’s flood disaster hits close to home in the shadow of melting Mont Blanc

A Chamonix local official says his town urgently needs to prepare for the dangers of falling chunks of glacier or rock.

Euronews · Sep 10

Not just Nepal: How climate change puts European Alps under threat of glacial retreat and rock fall

Alpine glaciers are shrinking rapidly, driven by escalating temperatures. The thawing of permafrost is leading to unstable cliffs, resulting in increased rockfalls. This year, the Mont Blanc massif has witnessed more frequent rock collapses. Regions previously blanketed in snow are now experiencing rainfall, which disrupts the stability of the terrain.…

The Times of India · Sep 9

Climate change threatens the Winter Olympics’ future – and even snowmaking has limits for saving the Games

Watching the Winter Olympics is an adrenaline rush as athletes fly down snow-covered ski slopes, luge tracks and over the ice at breakneck speeds and with grace.

The Conversation · Feb 3

These European cities won't be able to host future Winter Olympics due to climate change

Chamonix and Oslo are among the sites considered risky for hosting future Games.

Euronews · Jan 16

Off piste: under-the-radar areas for good value ski homes near big ticket French Alps resorts

Look away from the stellar resorts (with higher prices than prime London) to their unsung neighbours for ski homes within reach

Evening Standard · Nov 28, 2025

‘Breathtaking, and it wasn’t just the altitude’: I skied the Vallée Blanche – it was a spiritual experience

For writer and ski buff Lisa Young, descending the famous valley in Chamonix was more than just another thrilling ride – it was a reminder of the transcendent moments that snowsports can offer

The Guardian - UK · Sep 15, 2025

A sprint finish closes an ultra-competitive CCC race at UTMB finals as Puppi and Młynarczyk throw down 2 of the fastest times ever

The elite field was deep in this year's 100k race as many runners prepare for the World Championships in Spain

Advnture · Aug 31, 2025

Jim Walmsley confirms UTMB 2025 bid – here's who else is starting, and who's missing from the list at ultra running's biggest race

The start list for the UTMB finals in August has been released, and as usual, it's a veritable Who's Who of ultra running – but there are some notable runners missing

Advnture · Jul 30, 2025

"See you in a month, Chamonix!": Courtney Dauwalter confirms UTMB finals 2025 bid – can she get her throne back?

After her disappointing Cocodona 250 attempt, Dauwalter has brushed off her Shortneys and is getting back on the trail

Advnture · Jul 23, 2025