Фотогалерея ‒ Chamonix-Mont-Blanc, France

Main Page
France
Chamonix-Mont-Blanc

Chamonix-Mont-Blanc

The ski gateway of France

The ski resort of Chamonix-Mont-Blanc can rightfully be considered the gateway to France. The best winter vacations, unforgettable alpine views, special French charm - this is what you will find here. For over a century this land has been open for winter sports games and competitions, and the wonderfully equipped ski slopes are world famous.

FURTHER

Chamonix-Mont-Blanc

INTERESTING PLACES

AIRLINE TICKETS PRICES

THE BEST HOTELS

COST OF VACATION

VISA

AIRPORTS AND TRANSPORT

Guide to Chamonix-Montblanc

Chamonix-Mont-Blanc virtual tour

Chamonix-Mont-Blanc is one of the most famous ski resorts in the French part of the Alps. The town is located in the Haute-Savoie department in the east of France. The population of the resort town is less than ten thousand inhabitants, but tourists come to the town three times more. The resort infrastructure is well developed, ski slopes are equipped for beginners and professional athletes. In Chamonix-Mont Blanc there is a railroad, so it is not difficult to get to the resort. The Alps and the valley of the Arve River create unrivaled winter landscapes that make your vacation fabulous. Chamonix-Mont-Blanc is a favorite destination for winter sports enthusiasts.

Photos of Chamonix-Montblanc

See other photos

Tips for tourists

Chamonix-Mont-Blanc is considered an expensive resort, therefore, it is better to book air tickets and accommodation in advance.

The resort is famous for its delicious herbal infusions and different types of mulled wine. Guests highly recommend trying them.

If you're new to skiing, it's worth hiring a qualified instructor to teach you the basics.

Population

9000

Time zone

UTC +01:00

Language

French

Currency

EUR

Tours to Chamonix-Montblanc

If you can gaze relentlessly at the shining mountain tops, the green shadows of coniferous forests and the white and blue contrast of mountain winter, look for tours to Chamonix-Mont-Blanc. Each trip to this city allows you to plunge into the luxury of an upscale winter vacation. Is it possible to save money?

The French resort is hard to call a budget resort. But it is possible to find cheap vacation options. There are some tried and tested methods that all seasoned travelers are familiar with.

The best way to save money is to book a trip in advance, or use a hot ticket just before you leave. It's hard to say which is more cost-effective. The best tours will cost around 400-600 EUR.

What is there to do in Chamonix-Mont Blanc other than breeze down the wonderful slopes? First of all, the town itself is very pretty. Small European houses, narrow streets and good infrastructure make it ideal for a vacation.

There are also excursions to the Mer de Glace glacier and cave, a long tunnel under Mont Blanc and a ride on the Montenver train. The local museums are also interesting to visit.

If you are concerned about the price, keep in mind that it is quite realistic to find inexpensive hotels, tasty and relatively economical to eat here. And the cable car and the beautiful White Valley only add to the magic of the trip.

The most inexpensive hot tours can be found at the end of the season, closer to the end of March and the beginning of April. Or, conversely, in November. And the average cost of a trip ranges from 500-800 EUR.

Interesting places in Chamonix-Montblanc

If you want to take a break from skiing and explore the Chamonix-Mont-Blanc area, you'll need a sightseeing map showing the most interesting places in the resort.

When you want to eat out, you can choose a European restaurant or try a traditional Savoyard menu at one of the Chamonix-Mont-Blanc establishments.

After an active day of skiing, you'll need to relax. Complete relaxation is available at one of Chamonix-Mont-Blanc's spa centers.

The Montenver train

A vintage attraction that you can ride around the city.

Mer de Glace Cave

"Ice Cave" 200 meters deep, where you can admire a gallery of crystals.

Alpine Museum

A place to experience the valley's fascinating history and culture.

White Valley

A valley with glaciers, the viewpoint offers amazing scenery.

Travel budget

Flight ticket prices

The best way to get to Chamonix is via Geneva. On average, the price of air tickets starts from 200 EUR. Most flights are direct. You can also get to the resort from other airports (Bern, Lyon, Basel). The cost of air travel varies from 150 to 250 EUR.

You can easily organize a transfer to the resort from these airports. Please note that the earlier you book your flight ticket, the cheaper it will cost you.

The best hotels in Chamonix-Montblanc

Chamonix-Montblanc hotels are represented by comfortable chalets, luxury apartments, small cottages.

The best four-star hotels in the resort are Chalet-Hotel du Jeu de Paume, Heliopic Hotel, Chalet Le Montana and others. Among the hotels in Chamonix-Montblanc in the 3-star category are: Hôtel Les Lanchers Chamonix, Hotel l'Arve.

The cost of accommodation depends on the class of the hotel, as well as on the season (prices are higher in winter). The average price for a double room in 3-4 star hotels starts from 150 EUR per night. Accommodation in a five-star hotel will cost from 250 EUR per day. The most budget rooms can be found from 60 EUR per night.

The cost of vacation

Wondering how much a vacation in Chamonix-Montblanc costs, you need to understand that this is an expensive resort. The cost of accommodation, food, services, entertainment directly depend on the time of year. In winter, during the high ski season, prices for everything are much more expensive than in summer.

The budget for a trip to Chamonix-Montblanc
Flight	from 150 EUR	Accommodation	from 60 EUR
Average check in a restaurant	from 15 EUR	Transportation	from 1.50 EUR
Ski pass	from 50 EUR
Total: From 1010 EUR for 7 days for one person.

Chamonix-Mont-Blanc: tips for tourists

In order to make your vacation in Chamonix-Mont Blanc carefree and filled with only positive emotions and impressions, tripmydream has selected for you the most useful tips.

Visa to Chamonix-Montblanc

No visa needed for European citizens.

Airport

The closest airport to Chamonix-Mont-Blanc is in Geneva. Genève Aéroport is about 100 kilometers from the resort. You can also reach the resort from Chambéry and Turin airports.

The Geneva airport map shows the location of all the facilities and makes it easy to navigate around the resort. Genève Aéroporta has everything for a comfortable stay for tourists.

At Genève Aéroporta you can see the location of all the facilities and easily navigate around the area.

Nearest airport to Chamonix-Mont-Blanc

Transfer

From Geneva airport, Chamonix-Mont-Blanc is a 1.5-hour drive or bus transfer. You can also take the French train via the town of Annemasse, or via Roche-sur-Foron and St. Gervais. The journey will take 3-3.5 hours.

It's important to know that Chamonix is not only accessible by train or bus from Switzerland, but also from London, Paris, Milan and Turin.

How to get to Chamonix-Mont-Blanc

Car rental

Daily car rental without deposit in Chamonix-Montblanc can be obtained in such companies as: Europcar France, Avis France, Hertz. Prices for renting a car vary from 100 EUR per day. Company offices are located at airports and major cities.

Requirements for renting a car: age - from 21 years, driving experience - from 2 years, international license. Some offices require a deposit.

Car rental in Chamonix-Mont-Blanc

Transport

Chamonix-Mont-Blanc operates Le Moulet, a free shuttle bus that runs through the town center. You can travel for free if you have a Carte d'Hote, Gens Du Pays or ski pass. Otherwise, the fare is 1.50 EUR, except for the Pelerins line (0.70 EUR per ride).

There is also a night bus that runs during the summer and winter season. The trip costs 2 EUR.

Safety

Chamonix-Mont-Blanc is a safe town. There is virtually no crime here, and every hotel, restaurant and other major establishments have their own security guards. But be careful with pickpocketing, do not leave valuables unattended.

The ski slopes have rescue teams, helicopters and all-terrain vehicles in case of tourists lost in the mountains. There are also skiing instructors.

Safety in Chamonix-Mont-Blanc

Learn more

Chamonix-Mont-Blanc piste maps

Chamonix-Mont-Blanc webcams

Weather in Chamonix-Mont Blanc

How much does it cost to stay in Chamonix-Mont Blanc?

Stores and food delivery in Chamonix-Mont-Blanc

Chamonix-Mont-Blanc Spa Resorts

Events and entertainment in Chamonix-Mont-Blanc

Basic telephone numbers in Chamonix-Mont-Blanc

Transportation in Chamonix-Mont-Blanc

Chamonix-Mont-Blanc ski slopes

Chamonix-Mont-Blanc ski pass

Chamonix-Mont Blanc ski elevators

Chamonix-Mont-Blanc ski schools

Ski and snowboard rental in Chamonix-Mont-Blanc

Navigation

Flight tickets Sales Tours Hotels Excursions Travel-Media Guide

Partners

Advertisement Vacancies

Help

FAQ Telegram chat-bot Facebook chat-bot

Service

User profile Academy Traveling across Ukraine Refugees

BOOKINGFLIGHTS

BOOKINGHOTELS

BOOKINGTOURS

tripmydream - travel service, that helps to find compare and buy best flights and rooms worldwide with the given budget . All necessary information for travelers - is right here!

Photoes