The Alps are the highest and most extensive mountain range system that lies in south-central Europe. This mountain range stretches approximately 750 miles (1,200 kilometres). It was formed millions of ...

From skiing and snowboarding to year-round activities, Alpine resorts are attracting international investors looking for a reconnection to nature and strong long-term value.

Tumbling from a height of 422 meters, Grande Cascade de Gavarnie (or, in English, “Gavernie Falls”), located within Pyrénées National Park, is one of the tallest waterfalls in Europe. The Pyrenees ...

A six-night driving experience from HunterMoss, getting behind the wheel of a Porsche through the Bavarian and Austrian Alps, ...

A French skier has just become the first person to climb and ski every mountain in the Alps higher than 4,000m (12,000 feet). After chipping away at the project for 15 years, Vivian Bruchez scaled the ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Olympic and World Champion biathlete Laura Dahlmeier shows off her medals. The top German athlete won a total of seven world ...

The best Airbnbs in the Alps, from Austria to France to Italy, are the perfect place to stay if you need more flexibility and ...

While the Alps is known primarily as a winter playground, the mountain range is emerging as a summer destination. New and discounted rail links across Europe are making the peaks an attractive no-fly ...

A smart, simple approach can turn your dream alpine getaway into a smooth and unforgettable experience.

Mountain Research and Development, Vol. 45, No. 2 (May 2025), pp. R27-R40 (14 pages) The European Alps are surrounded by highly urbanized areas located close to fragile mountain landscapes. The ...

While the Swiss Alps have earned their reputation for high costs, these four regions offer the same mountain views, walkable villages, and quality healthcare at half the cost of U.S. mountain towns.