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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Gourmets Italy
Operated for 105 years by the same family, charming Gourmets Italy Chamonix located just steps from the heart of town invites you to relish the placid atmosphere of Chamonix. Step…
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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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Mercure Chamonix Les Bossons
The Mercure Chamonix les Bossons welcomes you to its completely renovated premises. 89 airconditioned rooms, a restaurant, Cote Glacier, featuring traditional cuisine, a bar, La Jonction,…
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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 Grands Montets
Hotel les Grands Montets Chamonix - Argentière, near Chamonix. At the bottom of the legendary ski area, come and enjoy the cosy atmosphere of a real mountain style chalet, where most…
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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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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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Vallée Blanche
Hotel Vallee Blanche is a family−run hotel, situated in the center of Chamonix Mont Blanc, with a warm and friendly atmosphere. The hotel is an old mill dating from the 18th century…
Residences in Chamonix Mont Blanc
Pyrene
Our chalet is located in Argentiere, 7km from Chamonix, and a short walk from the Grands−Montets ski area. Chalet Pyrene is also walking distance from the beginner runs of Les…
Le Vagabond
Le VAGABOND as the famous, friendly, relaxed and atmospheric 150−year old oak−beamed, stone−built hostelry. Presenting carefully preserved character and traditional…
Chalet Blanche
Chalet Blanche features: Large balconies over looking Mont Blanc All 8 bedrooms ensuite. Sleeps 16−18 people Spacious open plan lounge and tv area Open log fire Full UK sky package…
Attractions in Chamonix Mont Blanc
Les Houches
Les Houches ski area starts near the village of Les Houches and climbs up to 1900 m altitude. Plenty of drag-lifts and cable cars facilities and refuges
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.
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.
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…