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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Mont Blanc
The 8 suites and 32 rooms of the hotel Best Mont Blanc from Chamonix have been designed and decorated with style and charm. All the rooms have satellite television, a safe and a mini-bar.…
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Les Aiglons Resort And Spa
Five minutes from the town centre of Chamonix Mont Blanc, at the foot of the Midi summit, four star Les Aiglons Resort & Spa has undergone a full renovation. Four star Les Aiglons…
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Pierre Vacances Premium La Ginabelle
Pierre & Vacances Premium La Ginabelle is situated in the heart of Chamonix and boasts a turret reaching up towards the famous Mont Blanc massif. Ideally located for easy access…
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Les Balcons Du Savoy
The Residential Hotel "Les Balcons du Savoy" is situated just opposite the ski-school assembly point, and in front of the Savoy ski lift which serves the Brévent-Flégère ski runs.…
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Oustalet
Hotel L'Oustalet is located at the foot of the Aiguille du Midi, right near the pedestrian center of town, and near the train station. L'Oustalet offers you 15 comfortable rooms and…
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Aiguille du Midi
Hotel de l'Aiguille du Midi, situated in the village of Bossons, 3 km away from Chamonix town centre is set in the middle of a large park facing the Mont Blanc peak and the Bossons…
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L'Hermitage Hotels - Chalets de Tradition
Hotel Chalet Hermitage Paccard is located close to the centre of Chamonix, opposite the ski slopes and sports complex and offer mountain-style accommodation and a nice view of the…
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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…
Residences in Chamonix Mont Blanc
Chalet Tupilak
Chalet Tupilak, an old farm dating from 1788, which has been completely refurbished to cater for all modern amenities. Situated at 1100m, on the south east side of the valley, just…
Chalet Bonano
Easy Chamonix is a family run company : specialising in the organisation of 'all included' high mountain package holidays for the last 25 years, Hoteliers in Chamonix since…
Les Hauts de Chavants
The residence, lying at the foot of the Aiguille du Goûter, offers an imposing panoramic view. Its spacious and comfortable luxury apartments are divided between 8 chalets, whose…
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
Montenvers Museum
Montenvers Museum can be reached by train from Chamonix. This small museum is situated near the Mer de Glace glacier. The museum exhibits historical documents regarding Mer de Glace glacier in Mont-Blanc and the the construction…
The Alpine Museum of Chamonix
The Alpine Museum of Chamonix exhibits an accurate and very interesting history of Chamonix Valley. The Museum exhibits numerous geologic pieces linked to the history of the valley and its early inhabitants.