The best Airbnbs in the Alps, from Austria to France to Italy, are the perfect place to stay if you need more flexibility and space than a hotel. It’s a vast region—the Dolomites alone, scene of the 2026 Winter Olympics,

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.

The wooden structures of many historic ski chalets pose an extreme risk of fire. On the last New Year’s Eve between the start of 2025 and 2026, a blaze that began in the ‍bar of the Swiss ski resort of Crans-Montana killed 40 ‌people and left more than 100 with injuries, according to France 24.

This driving tour takes place on a mountain road in the French Alps, France, surrounded by forests, rocky cliffs, and winding curves. The video shows real driving conditions and scenery along a typical alpine route.

The small French village of Barcelonette has, through a unique history of immigrations, produced some of Mexico's most notable families.