Chamonix-Mont-Blanc ski resort guide with hotels and attractions
Chamonix-Mont-Blanc is the ski resort in the French Alps where
the real alpine skiing and winter sports happen every winter and spring. Chamonix is the legendary mountain resort of France where first class skiers, snowboarders and mountaineers meet to face the most extreme ski slopes, snowboarding pistes and the most adrenaline full mountain climbing spots. Chamonix was the host of the filming team of James Bond, where an extreme ski scene was recorded for the 007 "The World is not Enough" movie.
Chamonix is surrounded by extraordinary alpine environments which take you with your mind to the Himalayan landscapes. In the French Alps of Chamonix one can admire the serpent form of a glacier an its deep crevasses. Since the 18th century, Chamonix and the Mont-Blanc massive has been a summer holiday destination, developing into a winter holiday destination from 1903 on. In 1924 Chamonix hosted the first edition of the Winter Olimpics. In 1965, a tunnel has been built under the Mont-Blanc, linking Chamonix to Curmayeur in Italy. The tunnel crosses the rock massive right below the Aiguille du Midi peak.
Hotels in Chamonix Mont Blanc
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BestWestern Plus Excelsior
With its warm and family-style reception the hotel Excelsior Chamonix will provide you with an atmosphere of well-being and an unforgettable stay. With its architecture from the beginning…
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Le Montana & Spa
Hotel Montana Chamonix is located in the heart of Chamonix Valley in Argentiere. During the winter, the cable car, located only 200 meters from the hotel, will take you to fabulous…
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Chalet Le Prieuré
This large Savoyard style chalet hotel Prieuré is soaked in sunshine and harmoniously mixes a warm welcome with its range of services, all aimed at your complete well−being. For…
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Grand Hotel des Alpes
Situated in the centre of Chamonix, close to the Aiguille du Midi and the Mer de Glace, Grand Hotel Des Alpes gives its guests the opportunity to appreciate in any season the typical…
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Boutique Le Morgane
The four-star Boutique Hotel Le Morgane Chamonix successfully combines the sophistication expected of a hotel with this grading and the resolutely sporting nature of Chamonix. Located…
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Alpina
Hotel Alpina is an establishment of grand standing and contemporary architecture where we try to provide you with a maximum number of services from within the hotel: a large lounge…
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Langley Hotel Gustavia
Langley Hotel Gustavia is located in the heart of Chamonix at the foot of Mont−Blanc offering a wonderful and sportive atmosphere where comfort and mountain traditions mix well.…
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Slalom
If superb service and truly gorgeous rooms, set amongst the spectacular, inspirational and challenging environment of the Chamonix Valley, appeal then a stay at the Hotel Slalom, in…
Residences in Chamonix Mont Blanc
Oree du Bois
Five charming bedrooms await you in a traditional setting, with a view looking out onto the Mont Blanc mountain range. This chalet, a regular prize winner of French 'houses in…
Granges d en Haut
An exclusive luxury mountain pasture chalet. The faded colours of our mountains convey a particular atmosphere of refinement and serenity. Overlooking the valley, a secret place in…
Le Belvedere
Gite Le Belvedere offers you attractive sleeping accommodation for your stay in the Chamonix and Argentiere valley. Come and enjoy the relaxing atmosphere of meeting people from all…
Attractions in Chamonix Mont Blanc
The Montagnard Museum of Les Houches
Museum is situated in Les Houches, on Chamonix Valley. The museum is hosted by an old house dating 1750 and exhibits themes related to mountain life style, the reconstruction of the rooms using traditional dwelling techniques…
Les Grands Montets
Les Grands Montets ski and snowboard area near Chamonix-Mont-Blanc and Chamonix Valley. Information about Skilifts, cable cars, mountain huts and restaurant
Le Brevent and La Flegere
Le Brevent and La Flegere ski areas are recommended for beginners, intermediate and expert skiers and snowboarders. Cable Cars, Chairlifts and ski slopes.
Le Domaine de Balme
Le Domaine de Balme skiing area is set in the heart of French Alps natural landscape. The ski slopes start from 2270 m altitude. cable Cars, Chairlifts, bar