Articles about French Alps Mountain Biking holidays, courses & experiences

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9 reasons to visit the Alps during spring: Best alpine activities

When the spring arrives in the Alps and the snow starts to melt, the fun is still far from over. In fact is is at this time of year that some of the best alpine activities come into their element. So to help you make the most of the season, we’ve pulled…

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10 of the best winter sports holiday destinations

It’s almost time. The clocks have gone back, the thick duvet is down from the attic and the heating is on… Soon boards, skis, snowshoes, thermals and goggles will be coming out to play. But what are the best winter sports holiday destinations? What makes a place good for winter sports?…

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Brief guide to France mountain biking holidays

From Alpe d’Huez to Valloire and nearly every letter in between France mountain biking holidays offers a great destination for MTB riders. Ski resorts that transform to professionally run mountain bike parks with trails that feel as though they could run forever will leave you spoilt for choice. France mountain…

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Introducing Undiscovered Mountains: Off the beaten track activity holidays

After 11 years specialising in off the beaten track activity holidays in the French Alps. The folks who brought you Undiscovered Alps are now introducing Undiscovered Mountains. They’ve decided to expand their horizons, opening the door to mountain holidays around the world by rebranding as Undiscovered Mountains. And why not?…

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15 best summer mountain activities in the Southern French Alps

The Southern French Alps are famous for glorious sunny weather and a diverse range of adventurous things to do. But if you are planning a visit, what are the best summer mountain activities in the Southern French Alps? Mountains everywhere are full of exciting challenges, but the unique location of the…

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Guide to Chamonix mountain biking holidays

Famous as the site of the first Winter Olympics in 1924, Chamonix has joined the worldwide trend of ski resorts that become mountain bike parks for the summer months. As with skiing here, although Chamonix mountain biking holidays are suitable for all levels of rider, experienced MTBers will get the most…

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Review of Avoriaz multi activity family holiday in Portes Du Soleil

I spent six days in Avoriaz with my family last summer and despite the weather not playing ball we certainly had one. Car free, child friendly and with lots of activities suitable for the whole family – oops, I have given away the ending of this review of Avoriaz multi activity family holiday…