France offers the perfect conditions for many outdoor sports. It is difficult to say whether winter sports or summer sports are more popular in the country. In France, you can practice adrenaline-inducing sports such as bungee jumping in the Verdon Regional Natural Park, with unique views of the gorge, and other fun outdoor activities like paragliding in Annecy to admire the picturesque lake from above, canoeing in Ardeche where you pass under the natural stone arch that leaves most visitors in awe, or canyoning in Corsica with his wild landscapes in the Bavella Massif, very picturesque with its rocky spikes of red granite, in the heart of the island’s mountains. In winter, the charming ski resorts including Avoriaz, Chamonix, Serre Chevalier, Les Deux Alpes, Tignes, Val d’Isère, La Plagne and many others are very popular amongst visitors and locals alike. Find all these unique experiences in France right here, on our Blog, and on checkyeti.com!
If you look for children’s ski lessons in France, chances are you’ll come across terms like “Piou Piou” or “Petit Yeti”. But what does that mean? They are titles of medals given by French ski schools to children once they have successfully finished a ski lesson. Find out which award children get for which lessons and what they represent.
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Bright children’s eyes, glistening snow, and skis strapped on – France’s peaks, snowy landscape, and world-known resorts invite families from all over the world to spend their long-awaited ski holidays in one of the numerous ski areas. Especially, kids learning how to ski in France will bear their holiday in mind forever.
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Finding a nice and quiet ski resort in France can be tough. We’ve all heard of the big-name resorts such as Courchevel or Chamonix. However, these are not always the first choice for those looking for a quiet, accessible, family, and beginner-friendly resort. For that reason, I have reviewed a selection of French ski villages that offer great value for money while preserving their charm and superb all-season skiing conditions.
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People cross borders every day – by plane, train, car, on bikes or even by foot. So why not cross national borders on skis or a snowboard? France, as a winter destination, has a lot to offer and also will not disappoint you either this time. Skiing in France does not only mean skiing in France, but it also enables you to ski between France and Italy, Switzerland, or Spain – whatever you prefer!
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Located in the heart of the Alps in Savoie in the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region, skiing in the French ski resort 3 Valleys (Les 3 Vallées) means skiing in the world’s largest interconnected ski area with magnificent views to Europe’s highest peaks such as Mont Blanc.
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