A classified area of natural beauty, CHAMONIX combines traditional charm with modern facilities. A town with a genuine Alpine atmosphere and lively all year round. A mecca for expert skiers and snowboarders, Chamonix is renowned throughout for its "Grands Montets" slopes.
Practical information and leisure
CHAMONIX is easily accessible via bus transfer from Geneva airport (88km) or by rail. The resort is well-equipped and offers all necessary amenities, including doctors, pharmacies and restaurants serving local and regional cuisine and a municipal swimming pool, as well as a regular bus service to the valley
Please note that the information provided on these pages is intended for guidance purposes only and is not contractual. For the most recent and up to date resort information (especially operating dates), please contact the local tourist office.
Children
The "Piou-Piou" club offers introduction to skiing for children aged 3-12 years. The ESF ski school has a snow kindergarden for children aged 3-5 years.
Sports and leisure
You will be able to visit "Les Gorges de la Diosaz", the "Glacier des Bossons", "Les Sentiers du Baroque" as well as various hiking trails.
SPORT AND LEISURE: pool complex with indoor/outddor swimming-pools, water slides, tennis and squash courts, an 18-hole golf course, horse-riding, hiking, rock climbing, health and fitness trails, ice-skating rink, paragliding, mountain biking, museums and a casino.