It’s snowing, it’s going to snow. The ski resorts of Mercantour are expected to attract many powder enthusiasts starting this weekend. Some people are wondering about the accessibility of the roads leading to their favorite pastime. There are obviously weather websites providing regular updates, but the Alpes-Maritimes General Council has innovated to meet the expectations of motorists eager to ski rather than slide on the roadway.
During this winter period, users now have the option to register on the website – www.cg06.fr under “online services”: road conditions in Alpes-Maritimes – to receive SMS alerts on their mobile phones providing information about the roads leading to the various ski resorts in the department.
Additionally, on the website, it is also possible to find out where special equipment is recommended, even mandatory, and the areas for chaining. It’s always better to be informed than to find out on the road or simply be blocked and forced to turn back.
The toll-free number 08 05 05 06 06 also answers any questions about the condition of the departmental roads every day from 8:30 AM to 8:00 PM.
A well-informed skier is worth two!
