As the global capital of winter sports, Chamonix’s history, skiing and scenery make it a true alpine legend. Every seasoned snow lover should come here at least once; skiing the awesome terrain from a proper mountain town with the Mont Blanc massif as your backdrop will make for a week to remember.
The legendary 17km Chamonix Valley is located in the north-west Alps nearby the Swiss and Italian borders. Set at the foot of the stunning Mont Blanc and surrounded by breath-taking views of the Mont Blanc massif, this town is not only one of the most beautiful places in the Alps (it's one of the most Instagrammed ski resorts in Europe) but also offers fantastically diverse skiing and snowboarding experience. It's said to be the world capital of mountaineering and skiing, functioning as a holiday destination all year round. This sets Cham' apart from other purpose-built ski resorts. It's a proper mountain town which offers a fantastic combination of traditional Savoyard charm, modern conveniences and legendary après ski. In Chamonix, off-slope opportunities are endless, so non-skiers are especially well looked after.
The Chamonix valley is made up of five main ski areas:
1) Aiguille du Midi
2) Les Grands Montets
3) Brevent / Flegere
4) Les Houches
5) Balme (Le Tour & Vallorcine)
The famous Aiguille du Midi cable car leads you to the world's largest lift-served descent, La Vallée Blanche. The most popular area is sizeable Les Grands Montets above Argentiere, while Brevent and Flegere are two sunny lift-linked areas above… + more
The nearest airport to Chamonix is Geneva / Geneve at 88 km or about 1 hour 20 minutes by car
The nearest ski resorts to Chamonix include Courmayeur, Verbier, Megeve.
enjoy tasty food and lively evenings at The Jekyll or Micro Brasserie. There are some great fine-dining venues for serious culinary indulgence, including Michelin starred Auberge du Bois Prin and Albert 1er. Good Italian restaurants in Chamonix include l'Impossible, and there are lots of places to enjoy traditional cuisine. At the same time, the deserts at Patisserie Richard are perfect for those with a sweet tooth.
La Bergerie Specialising in authentic Savoyarde cuisine and known for their exceptionally warm welcome - the owner is there most days… + more
Atmosphere One of Chamonix's finest restaurants - in the center of town offers a covered terrace on the river facing the Mont-Blanc.… + more
Grand Hotel Montenvers Built 1880 & still receiving Mer de Glace guests, rustic charm combines authentic values of a trad' refuge… + more
Satsuki Authentic & unique in the region, here is your Japanese restaurant of choice! Air-conditioned surroundings, tranquillity… + more
Le Carlina The staff are very friendly and make a fuss over the children. As well as offering a children’s menu they are usually happy… + more
La Taverne de Chamouny Restaurant - Brasserie - Fruits de Mer. Serving traditional savoyarde specialities, fondue, raclette and a menu… + more
Indian restaurant Authentic indian restaurant in Chamonix
Chambre Neuf Very popular among locals for great quality lunches & sunny terrace.
Le Vert Hotel Hotel, bar and restaurant on the south side of Chamonix by the Gaillands climbing wall and lake. Hotel has 21 ensuite… + more
Indian Restaurant Annapurna First indian restaurant in the valley of Chamonix Mont Blanc and installed at the Mont Blanc's feet from 21… + more
Monkey Monkey is famous for doing proper burgers, delicious tacos and the likes of jerk chicken, crispy cod and other street food… + more
Not only world-famous for its terrain, but Chamonix also has renowned après ski too with a vibrant atmosphere to soak up after a day on the hill. Spend an evening at chic Le Privilege, sample the amazing cocktails at Clubhouse. Some of the rowdiest apres in the Alps are right here in Chamonix! Head to the famous Chambre Neuf where a live band raises the roof most afternoons.
Le Choucas Depuis 1943, Le Choucas, bar mythique de Chamonix situé au centre ville est l'une des plus belles adresses de la station.… + more
Le Garage Chamonix's biggest nightclub opens 1-4am every night, resident DJ Dawa & guests pump out House, Electro, & RnB.… + more
Chambre Neuf Great food, live music & a fun atmosphere, Chambre 9 is lively & very popular among locals for great quality… + more
Le Derapage Having a Reputation for Friendly Service and Value. The DP is Loved by Locals and Visitors alike. With our Selection of of… + more
Le Vert Hotel Bar south side of Chamonix by the Gaillands climbing wall and lake. Venue has big screens showing live sports, free pool… + more
La Taverne de Chamouny Restaurant - Brasserie - Fruits de Mer. Serving traditional savoyarde specialities, fondue, raclette and a menu… + more
Le Carlina over the children. As well as offering a children’s menu they are usually happy to prepare something special on request. If… + more
Chambre Neuf Great food, live music & a fun atmosphere, Chambre 9 is lively & very popular among locals for great quality… + more
Chambre Neuf Great food, live music & a fun atmosphere, Chambre 9 is lively & very popular among locals for great quality… + more
Le Choucas Depuis 1943, Le Choucas, bar mythique de Chamonix situé au centre ville est l'une des plus belles adresses de la station.… + more
Munster Bar Opened in 2007, the Irish themed Munster Bar is run by David and his team. We have live music most nights, plus a weekly… + more
Monkey Monkey's been bringing great drinks, boogie-down music and amazing happy hours to Cham since 2005. Play table tennis, dance to… + more
MBC The first micro brewery and restaurant in the Chamonix Valley! Run by 4 Canadaians who love good beer and dreamed of a place where… + more
There are masses of things to do on and off the snow for non-skiers. With Chamonix's fantastic reputation for snowsports, you can try snow-kiting, speed-riding, ice-climbing, paragliding and snowshoeing. There is 17km of winter walking paths with great views of the Mont Blanc massif and with taxi skiing available even non-skiers can enjoy the pistes. Paintballing, ice skating, luging, tobogganing and husky rides are some other great outdoor activities on offer; inside there's a casino, cinema, bowling alley and climbing wall. The leisure centre has a swimming pool, a fun pool (with waterfall, rapids and a waterslide) and a wellness area with solarium, jacuzzi and sauna. For a unique winter experience, take the famous Montenvers rack and pinion cog-railway from Chamonix to the bottom of the Mer de Glace (France's largest glacier) and have a tour of the stunning Grotte de glace / Ice Cave - don't forget your camera!
Cinema le Vox Attractive ticket hall, larger screens, digital sound, new seating; after 3 months of intensive renovations,… + more
Huskydalen Dare to try dog-sledding! Through our many activities (discovery, initiation into driving the team and sled, day and half-… + more
Golf Club de Chamonix Courses 18 Holes , 6076m, par 72 max handicap 36
Centre Sportif Ice skating 3 til 6 daily
Alpine Museum Situated in the old Chamonix Palace, this beautiful museum retraces the development of Chamonix from the first tourists… + more
Icicle: mountain & ski Icicle is a British registered mountain guiding company offering a wide range of courses in the Alps. These… + more
Centre Sportif Provide sports massage services
Centre Sportif Olympic pool outside, family pool inside plus 25m lap pool inside, gym, sauna, climbing wall - the French insist on men… + more
Centre Sportif Olympic pool outside, family pool inside plus 25m lap pool inside, gym, sauna, climbing wall - the French insist on men… + more
Centre Sportif Olympic pool outside, family pool inside plus 25m lap pool inside, gym, sauna, climbing wall - the French insist on men… + more
Chamonix Mont Blanc Helico Panoramic Flights; we can propose several options to discover the fantastic Mont Blanc mountain Range. We… + more
Chamonix Mont Blanc Helico Panoramic Flights; we can propose several options to discover the fantastic Mont Blanc mountain Range. We… + more
Adventure Base Adventure Base offer flexible, quality, personally tailored winter ski, snowboard and adventure holidays in the French… + more
Adventure Base Adventure Base offer flexible, quality, personally tailored winter ski, snowboard and adventure holidays in the French… + more
Icicle: mountain & ski Icicle is a British registered mountain guiding company offering a wide range of courses in the Alps. These… + more
Icicle: mountain & ski Icicle is a British registered mountain guiding company offering a wide range of courses in the Alps. These… + more
Pure-Fix Massage - Relax! We are a team of professional therapists offering Remedial Sports, Holistic Massage and Reiki in the heart… + more
Equilibrium performance and wellbeing Based in Argentiere, Chamonix, ChamoFix Massage can service the whole Chamonix valley from Les… + more
Fly Chamonix Tandem Paragliding Flights in Chamonix Mont Blanc with Fly Chamonix - Specialists in Tandem paraglider flights. &… + more
Peak Experience Paragliding TANDEM PARAGLIDING FLIGHTS over Chamonix with fully qualified instructors. Adventure school and bar… + more
Chamonix Sport Aventure Chamonix Sport Aveture can provide unforgettable Tandem Paraglide Flights over the Chamonix Valley. We offer… + more
Odyssee Montagne Snowshoeing Take a snowshoeing tour on the dramatic peaks of the Aiguille du Midi with these fully qualified Mountain… + more
High Mountain Guides Chamonix is arguably the best place for rock climbing on the planet - put yourself in the expert hands of the… + more
Mark Seaton A member of the English & French mountain guiding associations, Mark Seaton has been living in the Chamonix Valley for… + more
Adam Johnston Photography Make memories in this legendary resort extra special, by hiring a cameraman to capture them for you. Adam… + more
High Mountain Guides Led by International Mountain Guide (IFMGA) Rob Jarvis, High Mountain Guides provide high quality winter… + more
The town of Chamonix offers a wide mix of tourist shops, luxury goods boutiques, sports shops and the type of year-round stores you tend to find in most towns. There is a market each Saturday that brings in local and regional produce, fresh fruit and veg, cheeses and charcuterie. There are also local artisan products and traditional clothes and shoes. There are many sports stores that have speciality and technical apparel and equipment as well as many luxury shops.
Sanglard Since 1924, SANGLARD SPORTS is “THE” ski-rental specialist. Situated at the entrance to Chamonix, opposite the Mont-Blanc… + more
Snell Sports Chamonix's biggest mountain equipment shop with everything from skis and boots to ice and rock climbing gear plus clothes,… + more
Ogier Sports boutique The poshest ski and fashion clothing shop in Chamonix - come here for the most high fashion ski gear & clothes.
Super U Largest supermarket in Chamonix with fresh and packaged food and drinks plus home and kitchen items in huge basement
Ogier Sports boutique The poshest ski and fashion clothing shop in Chamonix - come here for the most high fashion ski gear & clothes
Ogier Sports Boutique The poshest ski and fashion clothing shop in Chamonix - come here for the most high fashion ski gear & clothes
Snell Sports Chamonix's biggest mountain equipment shop with everything from skis and boots to ice and rock climbing gear plus clothes,… + more
Snell Sports Chamonix's biggest mountain equipment shop with everything from skis and boots to ice and rock climbing gear plus clothes,… + more
Sanglard Since 1924, SANGLARD SPORTS is “THE” ski-rental specialist. Situated at the entrance to Chamonix, opposite the Mont-Blanc… + more
Chamonix Experience Founded by renowned mountain guide and foremost Everest expedition leader, Russell Brice, Chamonix Experience is a… + more
Le Vert Hotel Hotel, bar, restaurant and shop on south side of Chamonix by the Gaillands climbing wall and lake. Hotel has 21 ensuite… + more
Le Vert Hotel Shop on south side of Chamonix by the Gaillands climbing wall and lake.
INTERSPORT PEZIER SPORTS Pezier sports Argentiere : ski hire in Argentiere, in the Alps (France) Discover the great selection of ski… + more
Legend'chx Boards & Bikes Legend'chx is the snowboard and bike shop in Chamonix, you can find here all what you need for your… + more
SOLE BOOTLAB Having spent the last 10 years at Footworks, Seb, John and Steve have tweaked their skills and stepped out on their own.… + more
Zero G Snowboard & Bike Chamonix's oldest and most dedicated snowboard & bike shop. With premium & good value boards,… + more
Ravanel & Co Two shops at your service all year long to let you rent the best gear with the best service. Book your ski -… + more
SKI REPUBLIC Technique Extrême SKI REPUBLIC offer fantastic ski and snowboard rental, providing you with the best quality equipment… + more
SKI REPUBLIC Chamonix Argentière SKI REPUBLIC provide an easy and efficient pre-holiday booking service online. Pre-order all of your… + more
SKI REPUBLIC Skimax Pre-order all of your ski equipment with SKI REPUBLIC’s simple and swift online booking service. Great quality ski… + more
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Maximum and minimum adult Chamonix lift pass prices ranged from €259 to €259 for 6 days access to the Chamonix ski lift system at the start of the 2025 winter season. Our lift passes are part of a packaged Chamonix holiday with accommodation, so prices vary depending on chalet or hotel suppliers. Confirm price for the lift ticket before booking your holiday.
Lift Tickets | Child | Adult | Senior |
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1 Day Price | €43 - €43 | €52 - €52 | €26 - €43 |
6 Day Price | €215 - €215 | €259 - €259 | €127 - €215 |
Age Range | 5 - 14 | 15 - 59 | 60+ |
Most of our ski holidays to Chamonix packaged with flights include airport transfers. We can also arrange private transfers to Chamonix from nearby airports
Flights from London take about 1h 45m to Geneva, Grenoble, Chambery, Lyon. This table shows approximate transfer times to Chamonix from the nearest airports, smaller airports can be more prone to delays.
Airport | Distance | Transfer Time |
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Geneva / Geneve | 88 km | 1 hour 20 minutes |
Lyon | 223 km | 2 hours 30 minutes |
Annecy | 90 km | 1 hour 20 minutes |
Browse our self-drive ski holidays which include your car channel crossing, or go choose accom-only and book your car ferry or tunnel later.
The transfer time from alpine train stations are generally shorter than from airports, Call us for details of Chamonix transfers.
Station | Distance | Transfer Time |
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Chamonix | 0 km | 0 minute |
Chamonix Tourism Office Chamonix is a large but very visually stunning village offering both traditional and lively nightlife. The Tourist Office has been awarded the Quality Tourism label, which will be renewed in 2023! The office has a warm and spacious reception area where visitors will find brochures, information panels and a children's area. The… + more
Dr Fontaine General Practitioner
Banque de Savoie (HSBC) Banking and ATM cash from an HSBC owned local bank
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