There are several ski areas to enjoy in Chamonix, a mythical resort perched at an altitude of approximately 1,000 metres, right at the foot of Mont Blanc.

Chamonix, a one-of-a kind resort

Chamonix is a legendary destination in the history of skiing and mountaineering. This is the starting point to get to Mer de Glace or the Aiguille du Midi. Chamonix has been a tourist Mecca for decades and offers a wide range of accommodations. Chamonix is a particularly cosmopolitan destination with traditional chalets, larger luxury hotels and holiday residences.

The Chamonix ski area

What makes Chamonix special is the possibility to ski in four high altitude ski areas:

• Brévent-Flégère: an area for all skiers with a breath-taking view of Mont Blanc (7 black, 6 red, 12 blue and 1 green pistes).

• Les Grands Montets: under the silhouette of the Aiguille Verte, this sector has significant vertical drops and off-piste areas that seduce freeriders from all over the world (7 black, 7 red and 13 blue pistes).

• Balme-Vallorcine: a sunny area perfect for beginners and skiers who want to improve their technique (8 red and 11 blue pistes).

• Les Houches (Saint-Gervais): a ski area in the forest for the entire family (2 black, 12 red, 6 blue and 4 green pistes).

Approximately fifty kilometres of tracks designed for diagonal sliding and skating criss-cross the Chamonix valley. With the exception of Brévent-Flégère, each of these ski areas has its own snowpark and the Grands Montets slopes even have 2 boarder cross courses.

Things to discover in Chamonix

You cannot stay in Chamonix without visiting the peak of the Aiguille du Midi. Sit on the terrace perched at an altitude of 3,842 metres and enjoy a breath-taking panorama of Mont Blanc and the Alps. Another unique experience to discover in Chamonix is a trip on the Montenvers train. This cogwheel train will take you to an altitude of 1,913 metres where you can admire the Mer de Glace before visiting the cave.

Chamonix is a resort with all the mod cons located at the foot of Mont Blanc. Whatever your favourite sport, you will find a ski area that is perfect for your liking.