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Don't miss the latest happenings out of Alpe d'Huez, including new lifts, terrain expansions, weather, photo galleries, infographics and current events skiers and mountain travelers should know about. Stay up-to-date on Alpe d'Huez news and events by clicking on articles from the list below or page through to see coverage from the entire ski season.
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Alpe d’Huez goes hands free
Alpe d'Huez ski area in France is the latest major resort to offer hands free lift tickets. The resort's 2007-8 season kicks off on December 1st when skiers and boarders buying tickets valid for two days or more will be able to buy a hands free ticket for a two Euro supplement.
17th August 2012
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Alpe d'Huez Opens
More resorts in France will open this weekend including Alpe d'Huez (pictured). In France 300 very lucky competition winners will enjoy exclusive use of the Espace Killy on Friday (November 28th) which links the resorts of Tignes and Val d'Isere. During the weekend there'll be special new season gear testing to start the season at Val d'Isere, which has some of the deepest snow in the country waiting - two metres (nearly seven feet) on upper slopes.
17th August 2012
Round-up of snow conditions in Europe
Powder alarms have been going off all week, so where is the best snow right now?
9th December 2011
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Driving to the Alps: Just pack up the car and go
Cash-strapped Brits are heading for the mountains by car.
10th November 2011
Enjoy A Multitude Of Activities With Alpe d'Huez's VisAlp Pass
VisAlp cards are good for three- to eight-night stays and give cardholders access to nearly 40 different activities.
28th March 2011
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The beer is too dear say UK skiers
Do your research before heading to the Alps as a pint can cost anywhere between €3.20 and €14.
20th March 2011
Try A Segway On The Snow Of Alpe d'Huez
Take a novel approach to slope time with an all-terrain Segway. You can even roll around the pistes at night thanks to the machines' powerful headlights.
7th March 2011
Good Conditions Across Europe; Oslo Hosts Nordic World Ski Championships
Hit the powder in the Alps this weekend or watch world-class skiers tackle the 134-metre-high Holmenkollen Ski Jump in Oslo.
24th February 2011
Snowball Pass Saves £140 In Many French Resorts
The Snowball pass will help save money in a dozen different resorts; buy before Feb. 10 and get two passes for the price of one.
7th February 2011
Europe's Mid-Season Update: Sunny Skies Replace The Snow Clouds
Sunny skies have dried up the snow clouds, but there's still powder to be found on high ground or north-facing ski areas.
5th February 2011
Snowstorms Hit the French Alps; 30-50 cm Of Fresh Powder
A cold front from Scandinavia has brought up to 50cm of powder today, prompting many resorts to open ahead of schedule.
1st December 2010
How to improve your chances of good snow
When choosing a snow-sure resort, don't rely on long-range forecasts, instead think about altitude, snow-making facilities, and historic averages.
26th November 2010
Travel News: Brittany Ferries Launch Ski-Drive Holidays To France
Choose from a range of week-long ski holidays in the French Alps, including ferry crossings, car-hire, hotels with half-board.
22nd November 2010
Crystal Ski Launches Deals For 2010/11 Season
Crystal Ski is offering a host of early bookings for winter 2010-11 including two-for-one on lift passes and free childcare.
15th March 2010
Ski Grenoble's Surrounding Resorts Without A Car
With the SkiLigne transportation between Grenoble and surrounding resorts, skiers can easily access the slopes without the need for hiring a car.
1st March 2010
Gallery: Alpe d'Huez
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