Chamonix-Mont-Blanc

Travel Guide
Chamonix-Mont-Blanc featuring snow and mountains
Known for its wintersports and stunning scenery, this famous town in the French Alps also delights with stores, spas, restaurants and summertime activities.

Glaciers, jagged snowcapped peaks and miles of ski slopes have made Chamonix-Mont-Blanc one of Europe’s best-known ski areas. The alpine town is situated at the foot of Mont Blanc, Western Europe’s highest peak. Come for skiing and snowboarding in the winter, and mountaineering and hill walking in the summer.

You can find ski areas for all experience levels spread across three mountainsides. Ski the beautiful Vallée Blanche glacier, Chamonix’s off-piste ski run. Hire a guide from one of the operators in town to take you.

Non-skiers can go ice climbing, ride on a ski-cab or walk along 10 miles (17 kilometers) of trails. Climb aboard the little red train for a scenic trip on the Montenvers Mountain Railway to the base of the Mer de Glace glacier. Walk through the ice grotto that has been cut into the glacier.

Ride a gondola to the summit of Aiguille du Midi. From the viewing platform, watch skiers descend Vallée Blanche. If you are brave enough, Step into the Void, a glass platform that hangs over the mountain and offers incredible views. Access to Step into the Void is included in the price of the cable car ticket to the summit of Aiguille du Midi.

There are plenty of attractions away from the ski runs. Go shopping, pamper yourself at a spa and learn about the area’s history at Musée Alpin. Visit Chamonix’s tearooms, live music bars, international restaurants and nightclubs, or try your luck at the casino. Try traditional Swiss cuisine such as raclette, a dish made with melted cheese and rösti, which is fried, grated potato.

Chamonix offers plenty to do in the summer. Hike along mountain and valley trails, and learn how to paraglide, play golf and scale mountain peaks.

Geneva International Airport is the main gateway to Chamonix-Mont-Blanc, and is 64 miles (103 kilometers) from the town. Get around by renting a car or electric bike, or by public transportation. Chamonix experiences snow from November until as late as June. In the summer, it is hot and sunny in the valleys but cooler higher up.

Where to stay in Chamonix-Mont-Blanc

Chamonix-Mont-Blanc featuring mountains and snow

Chamonix City Centre

4.5/5(163 area reviews)

Chamonix City Centre is a destination visitors seek out for its picture-perfect mountain views, relaxing spas and popular ski slopes. You might want to check out attractions like Chamonix Alpine Museum or Chamonix Church while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

Chamonix City Centre

Les Bossons

4.5/5(9 area reviews)

Unique features of Les Bossons include the skiing and mountain views. Make a stop by Bossons Glacier or Glacier des Bossons Chairlift while you're exploring the area.

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Montroc

Montroc is well liked for its ski areas. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Chamonix-Mont-Blanc area, you might plan a trip to Les Grands Montets Ski Area or Charamillon Gondola.

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Le Tour

Travellers like the ski areas in Le Tour, and Domaine de Balme Ski Area is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Le Tour
Alpina Eclectic Hotel
Alpina Eclectic Hotel
4 out of 5
79 av. du Mont-Blanc, BP 136, Chamonix-Mont-Blanc, Haute-Savoie
The price is €106 per night from 21 Apr to 22 Apr
€106
per night
21 Apr - 22 Apr
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Chamonix-Mont-Blanc. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (612 reviews)
"Nice hotel , small room but clean and welcoming, very convenient in town, a supermarket next door, many restaurants and shops across the street, ski bus stop just outside the front door, walkable to the train for ice cave. Jacuzzi in spa is luke warm so we didn’t really stay long but other than that ..."

Reviewed on 19 Mar 2024

Alpina Eclectic Hotel
Héliopic Hôtel & Spa
Héliopic Hôtel & Spa
4 out of 5
50 place de l'Aiguille du Midi, Chamonix-Mont-Blanc, Haute-Savoie
The price is €140 per night from 25 Apr to 26 Apr
€140
per night
25 Apr - 26 Apr
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Chamonix-Mont-Blanc. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (992 reviews)
"Fantastic hotel with very friendly & helpful staff. Excellent location and a 5 minute walk to the main area"

Reviewed on 21 Mar 2024

Héliopic Hôtel & Spa
Hôtel Le Morgane
Hôtel Le Morgane
4 out of 5
145, Avenue de l'Aiguille du Midi, Chamonix-Mont-Blanc, Haute-Savoie
The price is €109 per night from 21 Apr to 22 Apr
€109
per night
21 Apr - 22 Apr
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Chamonix-Mont-Blanc. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant ...
9/10 Wonderful! (934 reviews)
"Beautiful property! I can’t wait to visit again."

Reviewed on 21 Mar 2024

Hôtel Le Morgane
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Appart'hôtel Bellamy Chamonix
Appart'hôtel Bellamy Chamonix
4 out of 5
6 Chemin du Rusticana, Chamonix-Mont-Blanc, Haute-Savoie
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Chamonix-Mont-Blanc. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a library. Our guests praise the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (26 reviews)
"Loved it"

Reviewed on 16 Mar 2024

Appart'hôtel Bellamy Chamonix
Les Balcons du Savoy
Les Balcons du Savoy
4 out of 5
179 rue Mummery, Chamonix-Mont-Blanc, Haute-Savoie
Stay at this 4-star ski residence in Chamonix-Mont-Blanc. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast. Popular attractions Centre Commercial Alpina and Chamonix ...
9/10 Wonderful! (526 reviews)
"Our family of 4 loved our stay in the quaint Les Balcons du Savoy! Staff was friendly, helpful and professional. The view of the surrounding Alps is spectacular! The property is an easy walk to the main street of Chamonix (lots of restaurants and shopping) as well as a short bus ride to the gondola ..."

Reviewed on 26 Mar 2024

Les Balcons du Savoy
Le Cristal de Jade
Le Cristal de Jade
5 out of 5
Place de l'Aiguille du Midi, Chamonix-Mont-Blanc
Stay at this 5-star luxury residence in Chamonix-Mont-Blanc. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and a children's pool. Popular attractions Aiguille du Midi ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (275 reviews)
Excellent- highly recommend
"Fantastic stay - would absolutely return. Friendly helpful staff, the rooms were well equipped to cook and very comfortable. I used the spa everyday and can’t complain. Pool is a little cold but fine once you’re in. Gym has excellent quality equipment (although a tad warm in there!)"

Reviewed on 19 Mar 2024

Le Cristal de Jade
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Chamonix-Mont-Blanc

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4/5 - Good

Verified traveller
29 Feb 2020

Overall generally good to Ski in Chamonix and plenty on offer in the evenings too!

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller
25 Feb 2020

Great place for weekend ski breaks, 50 minutes from Geneva airport and lots of ski resort choices.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller
16 Feb 2020

Very good skiing. Definitely need a car though as the ski areas are spread out. There are buses, but I imagine that is a pain. The city is great.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller
11 Feb 2020

Very nice, go every year. Watch out for dog drippings as that is the only negative.

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveller
2 Feb 2020

The ski area was too small and not well-connected.

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveller
28 Jan 2020

Too many $$$$ heads around in the winter.