The Sustainability of the Tour du Mont Blanc in Question I guided several American groups hiking the Tour du Mont Blanc …
Wolves in the French Alps
The wolf is now well-established in the French Alps. Locally, in Savoie, two wolves were seen at the ski resort of …
Why NOT to go to a ski resort in summer
If you are ever planning to enjoy the French alps in summer my recommendation is NOT to go to a place that is …
Skiings Benefits to the French Economy and Savoie
An interesting article from Le Dauphine newspaper (a regional paper for South-East France) on how much skiing introduces …
The Tour du Mont Blanc – Amongst The Madding Crowd
Walking the Tour du Mont Blanc on two occasions this summer my most striking impression was of the crowds. Guided …
Vallon du Clou, St Foy-Tarentaise
The Vallon du Clou is located in the upper Tarentaise (Savoie) valley in the commune of St Foy-Tarentaise. The commune …
Are Mountain Bikes Sustainable in the Mountains?
I enjoy cycling, mainly on the road, and some mountain biking however I have reservations about the use of mountain …
The Tour du Mont Blanc – Sustainable?
I've guided walking groups on the Tour du Mont Blanc on several occasions this summer. A question keeps coming up in my …
