Doing more in Chamonix, France
Set at the foot of Europe’s highest mountain, Mont Blanc, Chamonix is a traditional alpine town in the Savoie Mont Blanc region offering fabulous mountain scenery and unrivalled activities.
At a Glance
- Altitude (max):
- 3842
- Altitude (min):
- 1000
- River grade:
- 3
- Price guide:
- Prices for a long weekend in mid June (3 nights) are from as little as £76 per person for 4 sharing an apartment in La Ginabelle or from £38 per person for 4 sharing in La Riviere
- Top 5 things to do:
1. Visit the Aiguille du Midi - if the weather is right take the Hellbronner cable car to Italy
2. Walk on the Brevent side of the valley for the most amazing views of Mont Blanc
3. Hire a bike and cycle along the river to Les Praz or for the more adventerous mountain bike at Le Tour
4. Take the Montenvers railway to the bottom of the 'Mer du Glace' gondola
5. Eat a big ice cream walking round the town centre!
- Resort Amenities:
- There is a pharmacy in the centre of Chamonix and several ATM's are located around the town. There are lots of supermarkets and the town is full of restaurants, bars and cafe's. The sports centre is also excellent.
- Local currency:
- €
- Time Difference from UK:
- + 1 hr
- Internet access:
- Yes - WIFI
- Swimming pool:
- Indoor
Chamonix
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Summer Holidays in Chamonix
Mountaineers from all over the world descend on Chamonix during the summer months to take part in a huge range of activities.
Whether you wish to try your hand at one activity like rock climbing, white water rafting, mountain biking, horse riding or paragliding, or if you just want to take a stroll and enjoy the wonderful scenery there really is something for everyone.
The town itself offers an excellent selection of shops, restaurants and boutiques and has excellent nightlife thanks to the numerous pubs and nightclubs. Chamonix also plays host to a number of events during the summer including a marathon around Mont Blanc in June and the world rock climbing championships in July.
A Mont Blanc Unlimited lift pass is available which gives access to the numerous ski lifts and mountain trains, providing access to hundreds of kilometres of walks and mountain bike trails and some majestic views.
The Aiguille du Midi lift – the world’s highest vertical ascent cable car – is well worth a visit. Not only are the views from the summit (3,842m) spectacular, you’ll also get a great view of the famous Mont Blanc peak.
The town has a large number of supermarkets, café’s and banks, with internet access available from the local tourist office. The sports centre has an excellent swimming pool, squash courts and fitness room, and there are a huge number of other activities to explore.
The majority of ski lifts will be open for the summer months, although during low-season some will be closed.
Activity Holidays
We offer a range of 4 night and 7 night packages with activities included - details can be seen at Activities in Chamonix
Activities include (but are not limited to) canyoning, climbing, hiking, via ferrata, rafting, hyrdrospeeding and much more besides.
If you would like an activity package for your Group or family, email us your dates, group size and activity preferences and we can get back to you with a tailored quote.
Festivals & Events
Chamonix is a resort alive withe events during the summer - details can be seen at events
These can be combined with all our accommodations - early booking advisable as the events do prove popular
see: our accommodation options
TweetAccommodation in Chamonix
Hotel Alpina
Situated in the heart of Chamonix, the Hotel Alpina offers a great location and stunning views from the popular 'Le Vista' panoramic restaurant. Read MoreFrom £492.00
Hotel Croix-Blanche
Situated in the heart of Chamonix, the Croix Blanche is a comfortable 3 star hotel with plenty of charm and character. Read MoreFrom £363.00
Hotel Le Morgane
The Hotel Le Morgane is an excellent 4 star hotel in the heart of Chamonix Sud. Read MoreFrom £631.00
Hotel Les Aiglons resort & spa
This recently renovated 3 star hotel is a great place to stay as it is within easy walking distance of the shops, restaurants and bars as well as the Aiguille Du Midi telecabine. Read MoreFrom £524.00
Hotel Les Lanchers
Recently renovated the family run Hotel Les Lanchers located in the pretty village of Les Praz is a fantastic base for your holiday in the Chamonix valley. Read More
Hotel Pointe Isabelle
Set in the heart of the resort, the Hotel Pointe Isabelle is a friendly traditional 2 star family run hotel. Read MoreFrom £295.00
Hotel Prieure
Within walking distance of the Brevent lift, this traditional hotel offers real savoyarde charm. Read MoreFrom £581.00
Le Cristal d'Argentiere
Set in the centre of Argentiere, just 5 miles from Chamonix, Le Cristal d'Argentiere is made up of 4 high standard residences. Read MoreFrom £94.00
Les Balcons du Savoy
The 4 star Les Balcons du Savoy apartments are perfectly situated, close to the centre of Chamonix and also to the Brevent lift. Read MoreFrom £173.00
Residence La Ginabelle
These high quality apartments are located close to the centre of Chamonix and offer a range of excellent facilities including an indoor swimming pool, sauna, steam room and fitness room. Face and body treatments are available locally for a small charge. Read MoreFrom £155.00
Residence La Riviere
Located in the convenient Chamonix Sud area, a short walk from the centre of Chamonix, the Riviere apartments are comfortable and offer excellent value for money. Supermarkets, shops, bars, a bakery and several restaurants are all close by. Read MoreFrom £85.75
Location of Chamonix
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Activities & Packages
Whilst on your holiday, there are lots of things you can do - whether you are skiing or on a summer break, Zenith have searched the resort to identify a range of activities to keep you smiling throughout your holidays - enjoy!
Listed first are the activity packages and the package deals - then we detail all the activities and experiences that we can offer in the resort on an individual basis.
If you would prefer a tailored package, email us your preferences
Zell Am See and Kaprun Summer cardValid for guests staying in certain hotels this card will give you lots of FREE advantages - free train, boat trips, swimming pools, museums - see full list
Cani-randoDog hiking “Cani-rando” in French: Exploring nature with a dog as your most faithful friend. Dog hiking consists in letting yourself be pulled by a Nordic dog, guiding it by your voice and precise gestures.
CanyoningIf you haven’t tried canyoning before, you’re in for a real treat. Prices are from £58 per person - click the image for more info
Chamonix Leisure Park Les PlanardsIf you have got ‘little ones’ to entertain then be sure to plan some time to visit the ‘Les Planards’ adventure park area located in the centre of town
Chamonix Sports CentreChamonix offers just about every outdoor sport to its visitors. Not content with the amazing mountains or maybe a wet weather day be sure to test the facilities at the Richard Bozen Sports Centre.
ClimbingChamonix is the climbing capital of Europe - Try the climbing school, a beginners course or if you have lots of experience already sign up for an advanced course...
Deep Nature SpaThe 300 sq m Deep Nature Spa offers Algotherm treatments and is staffed by 8 beauticians.
HikingThere are endless hiking routes to explore for all levels of fitness. Whether you want to take a stroll along the river or take one of the lifts and head up into the mountains you’re sure to find something to suit. Why not join a group for a guided hike
Mont Blanc Multi PassThis pass is a great way to get around the mountains in Chamonix in the summer and can save you money if you plan on using more than one lift during your stay.....
Montenvers Railway & the Mer de GlassIncluded within the Chamonix Multi pass, but worth a particular mention is the excursion to the Mer de glace using the Montenvers railway.
Mountain bikingA superb network of trails, all graded by difficulty and well signposted, are close by for you to explore - join a group to be guided in Chamonix or Les Gets...
ParaglidingOne of the ‘must-do’ activities! Enjoy a panoramic flight with an experienced pilot and admire some of the most breathtaking peaks in the Alps.
Parc de MerletThe Parc de Merlet is located above Les Houches and offers guests the opportunity to see some local wildlife in a controlled yet complimentary way
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Via FerrataA great introduction to the rock face in the Chamonix valley. Using cables and an iron ladder that is built into the rock face to assist your ascent this is a a good first step towards rock climbing...
White water activitiesTry rafting, hydrospeeding or canoe rafting (hot dogging) on one of the rivers near Chamonix or acrss the border on the Dora Baltea river in Italy....
Photos of Chamonix
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Mer De Glace July 2010. Summer in Chamonix
cable car to ice caves on mer de glace July 2010
Mer de Glace July 2010
Short Breaks in Chamonix
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