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 skiing and stunning mountain scenery. There are 5 ski areas to explore, together with a wide variety of spo
At a Glance
- Altitude (max):
- 3842
- Altitude (min):
- 1000
- Price guide:
- Prices are from as little as £128 per person for 3 sharing a studio apartment in La Riviere in January and from £186 per person for 4 sharing an apartment in La Ginabelle
- Market day:
- Saturday
- Top 5 things to do:
1. Ski the Valley Blanche or at least visit the Aiguille Du Midi.
2. Experience Apres ski at 'Chambre Neuf'
3. Eat a fondue or raclette
4. Peruse the shops & people watch the Italians in their furs!
5. Ski all the different areas for a full 360 degree version of the valley.
- 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
Chamonix, rightly, has a reputation as the freeride capital of the world, with skiers coming from all over the world to take on the famous off-piste, such as the ‘Vallee Blanche’.
You don’t have to be a pro though to take advantage, with a large number of intermediate pistes to discover, together with a small number of beginner slopes. The town itself offers an excellent selection of shops, restaurants and boutiques and has excellent nightlife with numerous pubs and nightclubs.
There are 2 lift pass options, a Chamonix local pass and a Mont Blanc Unlimited. The local lift pass covers the main ski areas in the valley, whilst the area pass includes access to the spectacular Aiguille du Midi lift, together with the mountain trains and the top station of the Grands Montets ski area (well worth a look!). The area pass also offers a free days skiing in the Italian ski resort of Courmayeur, a 30 minute free bus ride from Chamonix. Lift pass prices
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, ice rink, climbing wall, squash courts and fitness room, and there are a huge number of other activities to explore such as paragliding, snowshoe walking, panoramic flights, dog sleds, trips in a barouche cart and icefall climbing.
Accommodation in Chamonix
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 £336.00
Residence La Ginabelle
These high quality Premium Pierre & Vacances apartments are located close to the centre of Chamonix and are 300m from the nearest lifts (Planards) 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 £174.00
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. Read MoreFrom £159.00
Chamonix Chalets and Apartments
The Chamonix chalets and apartments are a range of different chalets and apartments in various locations along the Chamonix valley. They range in size and can accommodate from 2 - 16 people. Read MoreFrom £199.00
Hotel Le Morgane
The Hotel Le Morgane is an excellent 4 star hotel in the heart of Chamonix Sud. Read MoreFrom £921.00
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 £669.00
Location of Chamonix
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Events in Chamonix
Kandahar Race29 January 2011 to 30 January 2011
Back after a break last year, the Kandahar race returns to the Chamonix valley.
Short Breaks in Chamonix
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