General information about Courmayeur

Location and history of the resort.

If you want to know where Courmayeur is located, it lies at the foot of the majestic Mont Blanc, within the Alps, close to the world-famous tunnel connecting France and Italy. Nearby is the French town of Chamonix. Tourists visiting this mountain resort have the opportunity to ski both on the Italian and French sides.

The history of Courmayeur dates back to the 18th century when the English first discovered thermal springs here. The exact founding date of Courmayeur has not been preserved to this day. Its territory was not always open to visitors, as initially the Savoy royal family settled here. These blessed places also appealed to noble families from Piedmont.

Regarding currency in Courmayeur, the euro (EUR) is used here, as in other European regions. If necessary, it can be exchanged at numerous exchange offices or banks. Credit cards can be used to pay for various services.


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