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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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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La Croix Blanche
The Croix−Blanche hotel was founded in 1793. The originality of the hotel's 35 rooms, furnished in simple regional style, resides in the general ambiance of tradition and history,…
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Park Suisse & Spa
Park Hotel Suisse is situated opposite the Chamonix tourist office, next to the Maison de la Montagne and close to a shuttle departure point. All the rooms have mountain views, either…
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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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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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Mercure Chamonix Centre
Hotel Mercure Chamonix Centre is located at the foot of the famous mountains Mont Blanc and Aiguille du Midi, right in the heart of the ski town of Chamonix and only a few steps from…
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Auberge Beau Site
3 stars Hotel Auberge Beau Site consists of 18 spacious and comfortable rooms with views over the valley of Chamonix or Aiguillette des Houches. The rooms are beautifully decorated…
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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…
Residences in Chamonix Mont Blanc
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 Brevent−Flegere…
Cristal d Argentiere
The CRISTAL D'ARGENTIERE residence is situated in the resort centre, 300m from the Grand Montets cable car, 50m from the station and the shuttle buses to Chamonix. This elegant…
MGM La Ginabelle
Located in the heart of Chamonix, the residence 'La Ginabelle' raises its turret towards the famous peak of Mont−Blanc. The residence is ideally located for taking trips…
Attractions in Chamonix Mont Blanc
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
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.
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
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…