The Espace Killy is arguably one of the best ski areas in Europe; with 300km of piste, lots of incredible off-piste, two snow parks, and more high altitude runs over 2,300m than any other resort in the world. For most, this provides the ultimate test in skiing, whether it is for just a one week holiday, or for years on end.

However for some, the 300km of piste is seen as diminutive compared to the some of the other resorts in the Savoie region. Paradiski boasts 425km, the 3 Valleys have 600km, and the Portes du Soleil has 650km.

 

A high-fiving snowboarding baby has taken the internet by storm, with almost 100,000 YouTube hits since Sloan Henderson’s parents uploaded footage of their daughter’s very first time on the slopes.

 

This incredible video shows a couple of daredevil French skiers racing down the slopes of Val d'Isere attached to both skis and parachutes, reaching speeds of up to 75 miles per hour along the way.

The video was captured by Theo Cerboneschi, 25, as he followed his pal, Sydney Cohen from Chambery (purple parachute) on the thrill-seeking ride of their lives.

Val d’Isere offers no shortage of snow-sure terrain for skiing, but that doesn’t mean you can’t mix things up, leave the skis in the chalet and have a brilliant time. Whether you’re craving an extra adrenaline rush or looking for something different to keep the kids entertained, here’s a rundown of 5 top activities (without skis) in Val d’Isere.

 

 

The Daily Mail has undergone intensive research (read: sent one photographer) to spend an inordinate amount of time (read: one night) to reveal the habits of holidaymakers when frequenting apres-ski bars in Val d’Isere.

 

Most skiers and boarders don’t need much convincing as to the benefits of choosing Val d’Isere as their ski holiday destination. This world-class resort has earned its reputation as one of Europe’s top ski destinations, with terrain for all levels of ability and an après-ski scene to rival the best.

 

 

Val d’Isere was the stage for the women’s downhill World Cup race this weekend. There were plenty of split-second surprises and bumps along the way, with favourite Lindsey Vonn (almost) crashing out early and Swiss star Lara Gut scoring the double.

 

 

 

It was an impressive win for Austrian Marcel Hirscher at the World Cup Grand Slalom in Val d'Isere last weekend. 

 

 

The iconic, high-altitude resort of Val d’Isere has a huge amount going on across the coming months. Here, we bring you our top pick of events to mark down on your calendar for December, January and February.