The Alps are the largest mountain chain in Europe – and one of the longest and highest mountain ranges in the world. Their majesty stretches for more than 700 miles across eight countries ...

Three quarters of mountain refuges in the Vallée des Belleville in Savoie are run by women – Rachel Ifans laces up her hiking boots and scales these formidable peaks to meet some them ...

These mountains have long been winter favourites, and they’re now becoming increasingly popular in the summer, too. Here’s ...

The weather in the Alps is affected by different temperatures of air coming from the north, west and south. These conditions create different types of climate, depending on height - the higher up ...

There are stunning views of the Alps and loads of opportunities to make it the trip of a lifetime, including a gastronomy and wine tour while aboard. Should you opt for Excellence Class ...

Michael Storer (Tudor Pro Cycling) captured the victory on stage 2 of the Tour of the Alps, soloing home into Mezzolombardo after attacking on the day's final climb, 11km from the finish line.

Marco Frigo (Israel-Premier Tech) won stage 3 of the Tour of the Alps, the first victory of his professional career, after attacking the high-speed breakaway of the day with over 70km left to run ...

PERIL IN THE ALPS previews begin on Wednesday ... North Coast Rep is located at 987 Lomas Santa Fe Drive, Solana Beach, CA 92075. Tickets: Previews - $57 (including Friday preview at 2pm ...