ALTUS VAL D’ISÈRE TIGNES 2024
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Edito – Altus Val d’Isère Tignes 2024

Eco-friendly paper?

While digital technology continues to expand its influence, and all-digital technology becomes the norm, we remain faithful to paper, not only because we know the pleasure of reading a beautiful medium, but also because we are convinced that paper has solid eco-responsible arguments.

We have chosen PEFC-labeled paper to guarantee sustainable forest management: trees are planted and replanted in such a way as to guarantee supply without depleting natural resources.

Our magazine is 100% recyclable: we use acrylic varnish on the cover. Recycling paper reduces waste and the consumption of raw materials.
We print in the Alps, in a short circuit: in less than two hours’ drive, our magazines arrive at their distribution site. Our printer holds the Imprim’Vert label, for greater respect for the environment.

Our Altus magazines are “keeper” magazines: we know that you’ll take them home with you, and that they’ll live on for many years in your library, without any CO2 emissions… Unlike e-mails and data stored on servers: if the Internet were a country, it would be the world’s third largest consumer of electricity, after China and the USA!

So yes, as long as we live, we pollute, but we’re doing everything we can to reduce our impact on the environment as much as possible, while offering you the best possible reading comfort.

Happy reading, and don’t forget to leave a place for your magazine on your coffee table.

Roland Claude Durand-Terrasson
Publishing Director

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NEWS

VALENTIN BISEUL PREND LES COMMANDES DE L’ALTIPLANO

L’Altiplano is without doubt the most exotic restaurant in Val d’Isère. Every evening, you can savour its tasty and delicate Peruvian menu, a veritable sensory voyage through the Andes. Valentin Biseul, a talented young chef, takes over as head of the Altiplano brigade this winter. Passionate about gastronomy from an early age, he trained in some fine establishments, including La Vague d’or with Arnaud Donckele. A globe‐trotting chef, Valentin draws on the olfactory memories of his travels in Peru to offer a captivating reinterpretation of Andean cuisine. A feast for the eyes as well as the taste buds.

NEW FUN RUNS IN THE SKI AREA

The Gypaète – bearded vulture – is a rare bird but well‐known in Val d’Isère: there is a nest on the Daille cliffs. This winter, this iconic creature will be the mascot for the thrilling new ski run on Bellevarde. Heading down the slope, you’ll encounter a captivating display of local wildlife, made using natural materials in the tradition of the Village Perdu. Drawing inspiration from land art, a variety of installations create a tailor‐made world: a grand arched entrance, a ski tunnel decorated as a Bearded Vulture, a giant feather that can be played as a xylophone amongst others. An exciting experience to inspire budding skiers!
On the Tignes side, the Boïu piste will be a haven for adventurous little skiers. It has been completely transformed into a fun run based on a mountain animals with fantastic powers theme (marmot, bearded vulture, she‐wolf). Accessible via the free Bollin chairlift, it offers a gentle introduction to skiing for all the family.

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TIGNES HOSTS THE BIG AIR N
WORLD CUP FINAL!

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Fidèle à son ADN « nouvelles glisses », Tignes accueille cette année deux étapes importantes de la Coupe du monde
de freestyle dans le cadre de la 3e édition de son festival Mountain Shaker. Pour ouvrir le bal, la finale de la Coupe
du monde de Big Air (des figures sur un seul gros saut) départagera en nocturne les meilleurs riders et rideuses
du monde dans la course au globe de cristal. Le show se poursuivra ensuite sur la piste Double M pour la Coupe
du monde de slopestyle. Cette compétition compte elle C aussi des sauts, mais combinés à des rails sur lesquels les riders doivent glisser. Parmi les athlètes à suivre, la Française
Tess Ledeux : elle vise des victoires dans chaque discipline ainsi que le gros globe de cristal.

REVITALISING THE FUSALP BOUTIQUE IN VAL D’ISÈRE

This winter, a fresh energy envelops the Fusalp boutique in the heart of Val d’Isère’s Val Village, as it undergoes a complete transformation, doubling its space. Crafted by the brand’s architect Dillon Garris, this innovative concept fully embraces Fusalp’s mountain heritage. Some collections will be elegantly presented inside ski racks, a nod to the typical ski resort setting. Wood harmonises with copper and metal elements, and an array of mirrors creates a captivatingly retro‐futuristic ambiance. Fusalp continues to showcase its couture expertise by introducing a space dedicated to urban clothing. The boutique proudly features all Fusalp collections for both men and women, ranging from skis to ready‐to‐wear, accessories, and collaborative creations.

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Alpinism

Alasdair McKenzie, 19‐years‐old and on the way to conquering 14 peaks above 8,000 m

Alasdair, originally from Lorient, Brittany, was not initially destined for the Himalayas. However, his family’s love of the mountains led him to start climbing from a child. After spending 4 years in Chamonix before relocating to Tignes, this young Franco‐Scottish climber gradually immersed himself into the world of mountaineering, often with an experienced guide. While Alasdair relished the challenges of mountaineering and accomplished various demanding ascents in the Alps, he had other aspirations in mind, his studies and alpine skiing competitions. In 2021, he set himself a daring goal – to ski Mont Blanc before turning 17. “When I reached the Grands Mulets refuge, I had made up my mind: I was going to leave the FIS (international alpine ski circuit) and devote my time to the mountains.” Upon conquering the Mont Blanc summit, Alasdair’s ambitions grew to even greater heights. With the innocence of a 17‐year‐old and fifteen 4,000 m peaks in the Alps under his belt, he began dreaming of the Himalayas.

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Culture

Classicaval recitals with a baroque backdrop

DEvery winter for the last thirty years, the church in Val d’Isère has hosted the Classicaval music festival.
A high‐altitude symphony.

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Gastronomy

Germain Arnaboldi Japan on a plate

Germain Arnaboldi has been working in the kitchens of the 5‐star La Mourra hotel and restaurant since 2016. He skilfully crafts Japanese‐inspired and fusion cuisine, offering an exceptional gastronomic journey. Let’s turn our attention to a chef who injects a dash of audacity and exotic flair into the mountain culinary scene.

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Environment

Vanoise National Park A 60‐Year Journey

In 2023, Vanoise National Park marked its 60th anniversary, prompting reflection on its challenging evolution. Balancing economic development and nature conservation proves daunting, especially in the heart of the world’s largest ski resort complex…

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Sport

A vertical summer

Via ferrata, rock climbing, adventure trails: summer is the perfect time to challenge yourself and explore the mountains from a different angle. Between Tignes and Val d’Isère, the cliffs, rocks and even the larch trees are an easy climb for everyone. Altus has a look at these vertical games. Be careful if you have vertigo!

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