Why is the property market in the mountains so lucrative?

Certain ski resorts have seen significant property price increases in recent years, with prices breaking the 10,000 euros per m² barrier in some areas for new-build properties. Part of the reason for rising price tags is the tightening up of planning restrictions in some French Alpine destinations over the past few years. The iron rules of supply and demand also apply to the Alps! The rising price tags has inevitably restricted supply, which in turn has boosted sales values. As a result, buyers are now looking around for new locations…