Overview
- The nationwide rule applies to ski pistes, lift queues and remontées mécaniques in resorts across the Alps and the Pyrenees.
- Published on June 27 and in force since July 1, the decree extended existing outdoor no-smoking zones to spaces frequented by minors, including beaches, parks and school surroundings.
- France Montagnes has launched a light‑toned campaign for skiers and operators, featuring slogans such as “On vous tend des perches pour arrêter.”
- Authorities cite youth protection and cleaner environments as goals, highlighting cigarette-butt litter as a persistent problem in high-traffic areas.
- Mountain cleanups last winter collected 57,258 cigarette butts, and early local bans in some resorts, such as Les Gets, report strong acceptance.