As climate change and shifting economic tides reshape the alpine landscape, hundreds of once-thriving ski resorts across the Alps are falling silent. Once bustling with winter tourists and vibrant après-ski scenes, these now-abandoned slopes-dubbed “ghost resorts”-stand as stark reminders of a fading era. With lifts rusting and chalets crumbling, questions arise about the future of these alpine regions: will nature reclaim the slopes as winters grow warmer and the ski industry retreats, or can these communities reinvent themselves in a changing world? The Guardian investigates the haunting transformation of the Alps and what it means for the environment, local economies, and the future of mountain tourism.
The Rise and Fall of Alpine Ski Resorts A Closer Look at the Environmental Impact of Abandoned Slopes Strategies for Sustainable Tourism and Revitalizing Mountain Communities
Across the Alpine region, hundreds of once-thriving ski resorts have been left to decay as changing…
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Author : Olivia Williams
Publish date : 2025-12-29 07:39:00
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