Any ski resort cannot do without ski elevators. There are 49 ski elevators in Chamonix-Mont Blanc. There are 6 funiculars, 4 gondolas, 18 chairlifts and 21 rope tow elevators.
The season in Chamonix opens in early December, and within the glacier skiing is year-round. Some ski areas may be closed, this depends on weather conditions. The full official winter season runs from December 20 to the end of April. All elevators in the resort are open during this period. In summer, only the upper skiing section is open.
The cost of a ski elevator in Chamonix-Mont Blanc depends on who exactly is going up. Discounts are made for children and pensioners, the price ranges from 25 to 40 EUR per lift. An adult athlete will pay in the neighborhood of 50-60 EUR. The price for ski elevators drops if you buy ski passes as a season pass. You can get from the hotel to the ski elevators by cab, rented car or bus provided by the hotel.
