Christmas Gift Guide 2025: Giving a Mountain Photo Print as a Gift (Ideas & Tips)
Christmas is approaching and you're looking for the perfect gift for a mountain lover ? A photo print of the Alps is much more than just a decorative object: it's a window onto the peaks, a souvenir of adventures, an invitation to daily escape.
For the past 15 years, I've been photographing the Alps and offering my prints on Dibond aluminum, and I've seen hundreds of people give my photos as Christmas gifts. In this guide, I share my tips for choosing the perfect photo print based on the recipient's profile, budget, and available space.
Why Give a Mountain Photo Print as a Christmas Gift?
A Gift That Lasts Over Time
Unlike fleeting gifts, a mountain photo print is a lasting investment :
- Gallery quality : My prints on matte Dibond aluminum last for decades
- Timeless : Mountain landscapes never go out of style.
- Emotional : Every glance at the painting rekindles memories of adventures.
- Made in France : A responsible and local gift
A Personalized and Meaningful Gift
Giving a mountain photo print as a gift shows that you know the recipient's passions:
- For the hiker : A photo of their favorite mountain range
- For the skier : A picture of their favorite resort
- For the nostalgic : A memory of a family vacation
- For the dreamer : An invitation to escape
My 3 Best-Selling Photo Canvases for Christmas 2025
How to Choose the Perfect Photo Canvas Print? — My Tips
1. Choose According to Preferred Mountain Range
For a lover of Mont Blanc :
👉 Mont Blanc Collection : Aiguille du Midi, Mer de Glace, Drus
📝 Read my article: Mont Blanc as a photo print: a guide to formats & decor
For someone passionate about Vanoise :
👉 Vanoise Collection : Grande Casse, mountain huts, glaciers
📝 Read my article: Vanoise: 8 photo spots I love
For a Chartreuse fan :
👉 Chartreuse Collection : Chamechaude, Dent de Crolles, Mont Granier
For a lover of Switzerland :
👉 Swiss Alps Collection : Matterhorn, Zermatt, Bernese Oberland
📝 Read my article: Zermatt & Matterhorn: photo & decor guide
2. Choose according to the desired atmosphere
For a warm and soothing atmosphere :
👉 Sunsets : Warm hues, alpenglow
📝 Read my article: Sunsets in the mountains: guide & inspirations
For a bright and energizing atmosphere :
👉 Sunrises : First light, frost
📝 Read my article: Sunrises in the mountains: let the light in
For a cozy, wintery atmosphere :
👉 Winter photos : Snow, fir trees, mountain huts
📝 Read my article: Winter photo tableaux in the Alps
For a graphic and timeless atmosphere :
👉Black & White : Contrasts, lines, textures
📝 Read my article: Black & white mountain photo prints
For a touch of wildlife :
👉 Mountain animals : Ibex, marmots, chamois
📝 Read my article: Mountain Animals of the Alps
3. Choosing the Right Format
For an office or a bedroom :
Recommended size: 50×70 cm
Budget: €89 - €129
Visual impact: Present without being intrusive
For a living room or a family room :
Recommended size: 60×90 cm (my favorite!)
Budget: €129 - €189
Visual impact: Strong, centerpiece
For a large space or a chalet :
Recommended size: 70×100 cm
Budget: €169 - €249
Visual impact: Spectacular, striking details
👉 Read my complete guide: How to choose a mountain photo print
Gift Ideas by Profile
For the Passionate Hiker
Idea : A photo of their favorite mountain refuge or favorite summit
👉 Mountain Refuges Collection
👉 Glacier Collection
For the Avid Skier
Idea : A photo of his favorite ski resort
👉 Ski Resorts Collection
👉 Courchevel Collection
👉 Val d'Isère Collection
📝 Read my article: Ski resorts of the Vanoise
For the Nostalgic Holiday Lover
Idea : A photo of his childhood holiday destination
👉 Annecy Collection
👉 Chamonix Collection
👉 Mountain Lakes Collection
For the Decorating Enthusiast
Idea : A painting that fits perfectly into your interior
📝 Read my article: 10 wall decor ideas with a photo print
📝 Read my article: Mountain-themed gallery wall: 7 ideas
Why My Paintings Make Excellent Christmas Gifts
Made in France & Premium Quality
- ✅ High-definition printing on 3mm matte Dibond aluminum
- ✅ 100% French manufacturing : short supply chains, artisanal know-how
- ✅ Quality control : I personally check each print
- ✅ Ready to hang : Hanging system included
Fast Christmas Delivery
- 📦 Production time : 3-5 business days
- 📦 Delivery : 2-4 business days
- 📦 Careful packaging : Optimal protection
⚠️ Order before December 15th for guaranteed delivery before Christmas!
Turnkey Gift
- ✅ Carefully packaged : Premium protective cardboard box
- ✅ Ready to give as a gift : No frame required
- ✅ Installation instructions : Included with the panel
Gift Budget: My Suggestions by Price Range
Budget 80-120€
Format 50×70 cm
Ideal for: Bedroom, office, hallway
Recommended collections: All the Alps
Budget 120-180€
Format 60×90 cm
Ideal for: Living room, family room
Recommended collections: Mont-Blanc , Vanoise
Budget 180-250€
Format 70×100 cm
Ideal for: Large living room, chalet
Recommended collections: The most beautiful images of the Alps
My Other Mountain Gift Ideas for Christmas
If you're looking for other mountain gift ideas, check out my full article:
📝 10 mountain-themed gift ideas for Christmas 2025
How to order for Christmas?
Step 1: Choose Your Photo
Browse my collections and find the photo that matches the recipient:
👉 All my photos of the Alps
Step 2: Choose the Format
Select the format that best suits the available space (50×70, 60×90 or 70×100 cm)
Step 3: Order before December 15th
For guaranteed delivery before Christmas, order before December 15, 2025
Need advice?
I'm here to help you choose the perfect painting:
👉 Contact me
📧 Response within 24 hours
💬 Free personalized advice
Give the gift of Alpine Escape this Christmas
A mountain photo print is much more than a gift: it's a window onto the Alps , a souvenir of adventures , an invitation to daily escape .
Browse my collections and find the painting that will make your loved ones' eyes light up this Christmas:
Discover all my photos of the Alps
Happy holidays and happy alpine adventures! 🎄⛰️
Pierre Thiaville, mountain photographer in the Alps
