New overnight ski train improves access to the French Alps

New overnight ski train improves access to the French Alps

A new package from Travelski highlights just how rail accessible some of the most popular resorts have become. Starting this December, the Travelski Night Express, a direct overnight train from Paris to the French Alps, will make mountain property even more appealing....
How to transition your ski home from winter to spring

How to transition your ski home from winter to spring

As the ski season winds down and the last runs of the day stretch under blue skies, the mountains transition gently. For ski property owners, spring is an opportunity to rejuvenate – caring for your home, storing winter memories, and embracing the calm elegance of the...
Location Guide: Buying Property in Val d’Isère

Location Guide: Buying Property in Val d’Isère

Val d’Isère offers more than just world-class skiing to those buying a home in French Alps – it gives you a home base in one of Europe’s most sought-after mountain villages. With high-altitude snow reliability, a rich local culture, and a strong rental market, this...
Tignes – one of the Alps’ most snow-sure resorts

Tignes – one of the Alps’ most snow-sure resorts

Tignes is no ordinary alpine resort. Perched high in the Tarentaise Valley of the Savoie region, this snow-sure destination has built a reputation as a year-round hub for adventure, sport and high-altitude living. For property buyers, Tignes offers a rare combination:...
France’s inheritance law change may unlock ski property gems

France’s inheritance law change may unlock ski property gems

For years, buyers have faced fierce competition and limited stock in France’s top ski resorts. In places like Chamonix, Méribel, or Val d’Isère, demand far outstrips supply—especially for traditional chalets and well-located apartments. But a quiet legislative shift...
What the energy reprieve means for ski property buyers in France

What the energy reprieve means for ski property buyers in France

The French government’s recent decision to delay the energy rental ban for G-rated properties in mountain regions until 2034 is more than a policy adjustment—it’s a moment of opportunity for prospective ski property buyers. Whether you’re considering a second...