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A melting glacier exposed a body in the Alps in 1991; 5,300 years after his death, scientists turned Ötzi into one of history's most studied humans

On September 19, 1991, German mountaineers Helmut and Erika Simon were hiking across the Tisenjoch ridge in the Ötztal Alps along the border between Austria and Italy. Stepping off the marked trail near the Hauslabjoch pass at an altitude of 3,210 meters, they noticed something unusual emerging from the melting…

The Economic Times · Sep 21

I was asked to write a new Miss Marple, so I sent her to the Alps

Her last case was 50 years ago, written by Agatha Christie just before she died. Could I really follow in the footsteps of the Queen of Crime?

The Guardian - UK · Sep 20

Swap Biarritz for St Ives and the Swiss Alps for the Cairngorms – the UK spots to visit instead of Europe

Avoid airport stress and high fares with these UK breaks for autumn – Hayley Spencer rounds up the best

The Independent UK · Sep 16

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Scientists taught bald ibises migration by microlight; Europe saw its first colony in 400 years

Conservationists successfully reintroduced northern bald ibises to Europe after centuries of absence. Young birds were trained to follow microlight aircraft south to Italy for winter. This innovative method helped them relearn ancient migration routes and return independently. By 2011, the birds began returning without human guidance, establishing a self-sustaining colony.…

The Times of India · Sep 14

Europe dominates ranking of the world’s most beautiful cycling routes – these are rides to try

From the vineyards of Tuscany and lavender fields of Provence to the rugged Scottish coast and the peaks of the French Alps, Europe is home to some of the world’s most spectacular cycling routes, according to new research.

Euronews · Sep 13

Not just Nepal: How climate change puts European Alps under threat of glacial retreat and rock fall

Alpine glaciers are shrinking rapidly, driven by escalating temperatures. The thawing of permafrost is leading to unstable cliffs, resulting in increased rockfalls. This year, the Mont Blanc massif has witnessed more frequent rock collapses. Regions previously blanketed in snow are now experiencing rainfall, which disrupts the stability of the terrain.…

The Times of India · Sep 9

Canadian skyrunner goes missing during training session for Matterhorn record attempt

Canadian athlete Kalie McCrystal has gone missing during preparations for a record attempt in the Alps

The Guardian - US · Sep 6

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Lake Annecy gun linked to unsolved 2012 murder of British family in French Alps

French officials say a Luger pistol fished out from the bottom of Lake Annecy shows similarities to the weapon used in the notorious 2012 killings of a British-Iraqi family and a French cyclist in the nearby village of Chevaline, opening up a new lead in a case that has befuddled…

France 24 · Sep 1

Nepal flood highlights growing risk of glacier disasters in the Alps

"Europe is among the continents warming the fastest, driven by human-made climate change. Rapidly retreating glaciers and thawing permafrost are destabilising high mountain regions," glaciologist Olaf Eisen said.

Euronews · Aug 29

From off-season sun to snowy adventures: 10 of the best European destinations to visit this winter

From the warm beaches of Fuerteventura and Madeira to snow-covered Cappadocia and the Bavarian Alps, these European destinations offer plenty of reasons for winter travel once the crowds have disappeared.

Euronews · Aug 28

Think Scandinavia is best for an active coolcation? The Alps are giving it a run for its money

Scandinavia may be an obvious choice for a cooler summer holiday, but a new ranking has found the Alps are just as tempting for travellers looking to hike, cycle and escape the heat. France’s Mont Blanc region takes the top spot, while Alpine destinations claim four places in the top…

Euronews · Aug 27

In 2025, research study warned 76 per cent of glacier mass would vanish bringing catastrophe to Himalayas, European Alps, Rockies of the US, Canada, and other parts of world but one country may not feel direct impact. Here's why

Glaciers are found on every continent except Australia -- from Mount Kilimanjaro to the Austrian Alps and the Karakoram range in Pakistan.

The Economic Times · Aug 26

Tensions in the Alps after antisemitic video

Each summer for decades, Orthodox Jewish communities have sought the calm of the Alps, but their presence and strict lifestyle can irritate locals and other tourists.

Euronews · Aug 24

Two Belgian climbers vanished in the Alps in 1992; melting ice has finally revealed their remains 34 years later

Two Belgian mountaineers who disappeared in the Swiss Alps in 1992 have finally been identified after their remains emerged from a retreating glacier 34 years later. The men, who were 39 and 41 when they vanished, had set out in the Weissmies region but never reached their planned destination. Despite…

The Times of India · Aug 21

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Euronews · Aug 20

Heatwave in France: 2026 sets record for rockfalls in the Alps

The summer of 2026 saw an unprecedented wave of landslides in the French Alps, especially around Mont Blanc, driven by extreme heat and thawing permafrost.

The Economic Times · Aug 20

Alps Climber mystery solved: Bodies of two Belgian found in Swiss Alps, 34 years after they vanished

The remains of two Belgian mountaineers who disappeared in the Swiss Alps in 1992 have been identified after melting ice exposed their remains near the Trift Glacier. DNA testing confirmed their identities, ending a 34-year mystery. Swiss authorities said the discovery is linked to the retreat of glaciers, which is…

The Economic Times · Aug 19

In 218 BCE, Hannibal crossed the Alps with 37 war elephants, 7,000 horses and 40,000 men. 2,244 years later, models show the elephants may have lost just 4% of their fat reserves on the most efficient route

Researchers used modern models to estimate Hannibal's arduous Alpine crossing. The Col de la Traversette appears as the most energy-efficient route examined. Soldiers may have lost nineteen percent of their body fat reserves. Elephants, however, likely lost only about four percent of their fat.

The Guardian - UK · Aug 14

‘It’s one huge adventure playground’: readers’ best summer trips in the lakes and mountains of Europe

From the Alpine meadows of Bavaria to a pristine lake in Italy and the pilgrim routes of the Pyrenees, here are some of your favourite discoveries.

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The Independent UK · Aug 4

Blossom of snow: A starry symbol of the Alps makes an unusual addition to rock gardens

Edelweiss is a rare flower with a storied past

Euronews · Jul 31

What it takes to build the world’s longest railway tunnel – and restore nature once it’s done

The world’s largest railway tunnel between Austria and Italy has created a mega-landfill in the Alps. Can developers restore it sustainably?

The Times of India · Jul 26

6 largest lakes in Europe, and the ice age and dams behind them

When people picture a European lake, they usually imagine a small, scenic pool tucked into the Alps. The continent's real giants sit far from those postcard images, spread across the cold northeast in Russia, Finland and Sweden. Some formed naturally as ice sheets melted thousands of years ago at the…

Cycling News · Jul 25

'We gambled it all on the third week' - Richard Carapaz fights back from tough summer of recovery to claim maximum climbing honours at Tour de France

Ecuadorian takes mountain jersey and second Tour stage in exceptional three days through the Alps

Euronews · Jul 24

‘Like a bird flying’: You can now soar on a giant swing over the Swiss Alps

The 12m-high swing opened earlier this month and hopes to attract off-season visitors as snow becomes less reliable due to climate change.

Cycling News · Jul 23

'I was on people's blacklists' - Tom Pidcock absent from Tour de France breakaway on first day in the Alps

No escaping the peloton on first day in the Alps for Pinarello-Q36.5 rider who looks to gain time from eighth place in GC with few opportunities remaining

Cycling News · Jul 23

'There could be some very big explosions' – Juan Ayuso predicts carnage as Tour de France GC battle heads to the Alps

Spaniard and Lidl-Trek teammate Mattias Skjemose keep up the battle for the podium, white jersey, and team prize in the Tour's final days

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