English News, Weather and Daily Events - January 03, 2026

Weather

Today we can expect similar weather to yesterday morning, clear skies and cold temperatures however the wind levels have dropped significantly compared to yesterday. 

Currently at 08.30 it is  -11,8°C up at the Pisaillas, -11,5°C at the top of Bellevarde, -10 degrees up on solaise and -12°C here in town. Today we can expect a top of -4°C in the village.

Roads

The roads are clear.

Road Traffic

For inbound traffic, traffic will be smooth today, except in the afternoon when slowdowns are expected. Traffic should return to normal by tomorrow. For outbound traffic, heavy congestion will be expected today from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. Tomorrow, difficulties are forecast in the morning from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. This weekend, 51,000 vehicles are expected heading north and 81,000 south.

Local News

Missing Persons

Two missing person alerts were issued during the night of December 31st to January 1st. A young man was reported missing at 2:00 AM and a young woman was also reported missing around 8:00 AM. Fortunately, both individuals, aged between 28 and 30, were found safe and sound in the late morning and early afternoon. They returned home safely after spending the night with other people they had met during the evening. The young woman had left her phone at home, preventing her family and friends from contacting her.

New Year's Eve Summary

Despite a wonderful New Year's Eve, the transition to the new year was very busy for law enforcement and emergency services. Numerous fights broke out during the night of December 31st to January 1st. Police responded to ten incidents between midnight and 8:00 AM related to alcohol-related altercations. A restaurant window was also vandalized in the Coin area. A heavily intoxicated individual left the bar in a huff and smashed the window around 7:00 a.m. The restaurant filed a complaint against the individual. Domestic violence was also reported during the night.

Occupancy

For this first week of the year, the occupancy rate is 77.6%, representing a total of 78,000 expected overnight stays. This occupancy rate remains significant, but lower than during New Year's week. British, German, Swedish, and Russian tourists will still be present in the resort. January is characterized by international holidays with the arrival of long-haul flights from countries such as Australia, Brazil, the United States, as well as Poland, England, and Scandinavia.

Dynastar Trophy

Last night, the Dynastar Trophy took place on the Savonnette slope. Nearly 80 holidaymakers competed in a head-to-head parallel slalom. In the junior category, Martin Dubuis emerged victorious, followed by Paul Munzeau and Sacha Munzeau. For the women, Edith Comet triumphed over Agnès Comet and Julie Labadini. Finally, in the men's competition, Vladimir Gonovoy took first place, followed by Clovis Burgat and Adrien Meunier. Meunier also won a pair of skis in a prize draw. The competition was conducted in a spirit of fair play and a great atmosphere, thanks to an enthusiastic crowd despite the cold. A few participants straddled the gates, resulting in some spectacular falls at the finish.