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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Du Bois
The Hotel and Chalet du Bois are located in the charming village of Les Houches, 5 kilometers from Chamonix in the heart of a peaceful and relaxing environment. Only minutes away from…
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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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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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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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Beausoleil
Hotel BeauSoleil Chamonix is situated in Le Lavancher, at 6 Km from Chamonix and 3 Km from Argentiere, at an altitude of 1250 m, in a sunny little valley at the foot of the Aiguilles…
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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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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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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…
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…
Ciel et Logis
The apartments are all different but they all share the fundamental qualities required of a holiday home. Space is well adapted for holiday enjoyment : a large living−room opening…
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…
Attractions in Chamonix Mont Blanc
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…
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.