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Dreaming of winter? Eurostar Snow tickets are now on sale

Returning in December, this train service offers a sustainable route from London to the Alps.

Green News

How returning the Alpine Rhine to nature could prevent flooding

The goal is to try to protect 300,000 people in the Rhine Valley from catastrophic flooding.

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WATCH: Polish climbers saved in the Italian Western Alps.

At dawn on Tuesday, Italy’s Mountain Rescue Squad heroically rescued three Polish mountaineers stranded on the Giant’s Tooth peak in the Western Alps.

Art

8 must-see artworks at the Biennale Gherdëina in Italy's Dolomites

From a beetle on horseback to an underground forest, these artworks at the Biennale Gherdëina in Italy's Tyrolean Alps are as intriguing as they are powerful.

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Art

Biennale Gherdëina: Euronews Culture speaks to curator Lorenzo Giusti

Euronews Culture sat down with Italian historian and art curator Lorenzo Giusti to discuss the Biennale Gherdëina – an innovative art show in Italy’s alpine South Tyrol region.

Travel News

Swiss village considers daytripper tax to curb overtourism

The fee would not apply to those who arrive by public transport.

Nature

This Italian museum has recreated a Tanzanian butterfly forest

The Butterfly Forest was created this spring to create public awareness on some of the research that MUSE is doing in Udzungwa Mountains to study and protect the world’s biodiversity.

Destinations

From sunken villages to island palaces: Italy’s most underrated lakes

While Lake Como and Garda get all the attention, here are seven Italian lakes that fly under the radar.

Climate

Can artificial snow help Europe’s ski resorts survive climate change?

Warm winters force Europe’s ski resorts to close: Is artificial snow the solution?

France

Authorities find remains of missing French toddler

Remains of Emile who went missing from the small French alpine village of Le Vernet last July were found over the weekend.

Lifestyle

Croatian diver breaks freediving under ice record with 140-metre swim

Croatian diver Valentina Cafolla reclaimed the apnea ice diving world record with a remarkable 140-metre swim under ice, shortly after Japanese diver Yasuko Ozeki set the previous record just 36 hours earlier.

Experiences

I tried skiing as a terrified beginner. Here’s why I’m now a convert

Skiing for the first time? Here’s what to expect as a nervous beginner.

Experiences

Europe’s best ski resorts you can reach by train

Here are some of the best options for getting to Europe’s ski slopes this winter via train.

Destinations

Here’s where to find the best skiing in Europe this half-term

It’s estimated that some 24 per cent of ski resorts are shut across Europe due to higher-than-average temperatures but there is still a chance to get your snow fix this February.

Green News

Italy’s culling of ‘dangerous’ Alpine bear sparks anger

Brown bear populations rebounded thanks to an EU-funded project, but they are now being culled by local authorities.

Destinations

3 of the 5 most welcoming places in the world are in Europe

From unique Greek architecture to local town squares bustling with life, travellers gave these destinations outstanding reviews.

Destinations

Where to go hiking in Albania’s untamed northern hinterland

The Valbona Pass is an accessible (though not easy) hiking route that local tour companies have incorporated into a convenient three-day adventure.

Experiences

Ski resorts are the best choice for a long workation. Here’s why

Empty slopes, lively nightlife and like-minded travellers are just a few reasons ski resorts are ideal for digital nomads.

Switzerland

Swiss police search for man who shot and killed two people

Police search for gunman who killed two people and left another injured in the Swiss town of Sion. It is a rare incident for the country.

Experiences

These are the top ski scams to watch out for this winter

Don’t be fooled by what seems like a cheap deal on accommodation or ski lessons.