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Sainte-Foy

A small place with a big impression

A day with Jade that earned a place in my Top Ten.

#9 in my Top Ten film · October 2026

Sainte-Foy · still from my own film
Sainte-Foy · still from my own film

The surprise stop

Jade and I stopped for a day and were blown away. My Top Ten narration describes somewhere smaller, quieter, beautiful and full of character. It is the sort of place I felt could make a really good few days, rather than needing to be the biggest name on the map.

Number nine

That impression puts Sainte-Foy at number nine in my film. The original clips show the village and mountain setting. They are presented as the record of that visit, not as a complete guide to every run or a review of accommodation I have not stayed in.

The wider conversation

Episode 7 includes Sainte-Foy in the trip conversation; Episode 35 returns to the area while discussing a Tarentaise base and ski safaris. The future chalet plans in that episode are kept separate from this completed visit.

Before travelling

Use the official Sainte-Foy information for maps, lift status and bookings. A quieter-feeling day in my experience does not guarantee future crowd levels or conditions.

Watch the Top Ten.

See where Sainte-Foy fits in my personal countdown.

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My Top Ten ski resorts

My own footage and narration. Press play to watch here, with sound.

Narration uses my AI voice. This records past trips; check current resort information for your dates.

From my own archive

The picture journal.

Photographs and stills from the original footage. Tap any image to see the full frame.

Sainte-Foy · still from my own film
Sainte-Foy · still from my own film
Sainte-Foy · still from my own film
Sainte-Foy · still from my own film
Sainte-Foy · still from my own film
Sainte-Foy · still from my own film

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Moments from Instagram.

Skiing, village life and the moments between runs. Open a reel preview here, or explore the original trip highlights on Instagram.

My Top Ten ski resorts

The full multi-resort countdown, including this destination.

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The trip highlights

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The original conversations

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Full episodes give the context behind the memories. The notes below are the original episode descriptions; an episode can cover several destinations.

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Episode 7

Where To Ski In The Summer And Out Of Season And An Inside Look at a Skier's Journey

Welcome to Episode 7 of the Carvecast! This time, it's just you and me as I embark on a solo skiing journey. I dive into my upcoming trip plan commencing in 13 days, sharing insights into my favorite Alpine spots from Le Géts to Saint-Foy, and discussing my routine pre-trip preparations. Highlights include a consumer ski test in Pila with the chanc

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Welcome to Episode 7 of the Carvecast! This time, it's just you and me as I embark on a solo skiing journey. I dive into my upcoming trip plan commencing in 13 days, sharing insights into my favorite Alpine spots from Le Géts to Saint-Foy, and discussing my routine pre-trip preparations. Highlights include a consumer ski test in Pila with the chance to try out the latest Stockli skis. I also delve into gear talk, thoroughly reviewing Smith and Oakley goggles, and explore off-season skiing strategies, from Zermatt to Landgraf. Whether you're a gear enthusiast or planning your next ski adventure, this episode is packed with personal anecdotes, tips, and exciting updates. Join me as I navigate through the peaks and updates in the skiing world!

CarveCast Episode 7: Solo Skiing, Gear Reviews & Trip Plans! ⛷️❄️

Welcome to Episode 7 of CarveCast! This time, it’s just you and me as I take you along on my solo skiing journey. With my next trip just 13 days away, I break down my pre-trip routine, favorite Alpine spots, and must-visit ski areaslike Le Géts and Sainte-Foy.

🎿 What’s in this episode? ✅ My upcoming consumer ski test in Pila – trying out the latest Stöckli skis! ✅ In-depth gear reviews: Smith vs. Oakley goggles – which is better? ✅ Off-season skiing strategies: Zermatt, Landgraaf & more! ✅ Personal insights & ski trip planning tips! 🏔️

If you’re a gear nerd, ski enthusiast, or just love the mountains, this episode is for you! 🚠

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Episode 35

One Chalet, Seven Ski Resorts: The Ultimate Ski Safari with Jules Heaton

🎿 One chalet. A different ski resort every day. Could this be the ultimate way to ski the French Alps?

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🎿 One chalet. A different ski resort every day. Could this be the ultimate way to ski the French Alps?

In Episode 35 of The CarveCast, I’m joined by Jules Heaton, the ski enthusiast behind Chalet Wonderland, to explore why the Tarentaise Valley makes such an exciting base for a ski safari.

Jules and her husband set out to build a chalet that would give them access to the skiing they love, with space to bring friends and family together. A pandemic, delayed windows and an over-budget build later, Wonderland became a reality.

We talk Val d’Isère, Tignes, Les Arcs, La Plagne, Sainte-Foy and La Rosière — plus skiing across the border to La Thuile in Italy for lunch. From huge linked ski areas to quieter tree-lined slopes, there’s an incredible amount of variety within reach of one base.

⛷️ In this episode:
🏔️ Why the Tarentaise is one of my favourite ski regions
🏡 The story behind building Chalet Wonderland
🇮🇹 Skiing from France to Italy for lunch
🌨️ Choosing a resort to suit the weather and your group
🎟️ Ski à la Carte and flexible lift passes
🍝 Mountain restaurants and eating well on a ski holiday
🧘 Women’s ski and Pilates retreats and catered ski safaris
☀️ Why the Alps are worth visiting in summer

We also look ahead to my December visit, when I’m hoping to explore as much of the area as possible. If you love the idea of getting more variety out of your next ski trip, this conversation will get you counting down to winter.

🏡 Chalet Wonderland
https://www.chaletwonderland.com
Instagram: @chaletwonderland

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Compiled from Adam’s own films, documentary narration, photo archive and the podcast episodes linked above. Practical context: official resort information. Reviewed 2 November 2026. Past conditions are not a forecast. Adam is a Stöckli ambassador.

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