Ski Chamonix, France

*high altitude resort*

The Chamonix Valley runs for approximately 20 kilometers and is nestled between the towering Mont-Blanc range to the south and the Aiguilles Rouges mountains to the north. The area offers breathtaking views of Mont Blanc and the French Alps and is widely considered to be the ultimate place to be for all those who share a love of nature and the mountains.

 

The Snow

  • guaranteed snow on Europe's highest mountains and glaciers (Mer de Glace)
  • some of the best and most challenging runs in the Alps (Grands Montets, Les Houches, Argentiere)
  • great offpiste spots, ideal for adventurers & experts
  • longest ski run in Europe (Vallée Blanche - 21km)
  • MONT-BLANC Unlimited pass will not include the whole of the Les Houches Ski Area

Suitability

Beginner: **
Intermediate: ****
Advanced: *****
Snowboard: *****

Pistes

Black: 13
Red: 25
Blue: 28
Green: 13
Longest: 21km
Total: 152km
Village height: 1035m
Highest lift: 3842m
Cannons: 54

Lift System

Total lifts: 49
Chair lifts: 16
Drag lifts: 20
Gondola: 13

 

Après Ski

  • bustling town with numerous hotels, restaurants and lively nightspots
  • hectic nightlife with many cinemas, a casino as well as ice-skating, tobogganing, paragliding and skidooing to choose from.
  • plenty to do for non skiers in the scenic car-free centre with cobbled stones and squares and beautiful old buildings

The Rest

  • shortest transfer from Geneva (just over 1 hour)
  • stunning views of peaks, glaciers and the Mont Blanc, Europe's highest peak

 

The Snow

  • guaranteed snow on Europe's highest mountains and glaciers (Mer de Glace)
  • some of the best and most challenging runs in the Alps (Grands Montets, Les Houches, Argentiere)
  • great offpiste spots, ideal for adventurers & experts
  • longest ski run in Europe (Vallée Blanche - 21km)
  • MONT-BLANC Unlimited pass will not include the whole of the Les Houches Ski Area

Suitability

Beginner: **
Intermediate: ****
Advanced: *****
Snowboard: *****

Pistes

Black: 13
Red: 25
Blue: 28
Green: 13
Longest: 21km
Total: 152km
Village height: 1035m
Highest lift: 3842m
Cannons: 54

Lift System

Total lifts: 49
Chair lifts: 16
Drag lifts: 20
Gondola: 13

 

Après Ski

  • bustling town with numerous hotels, restaurants and lively nightspots
  • hectic nightlife with many cinemas, a casino as well as ice-skating, tobogganing, paragliding and skidooing to choose from.
  • plenty to do for non skiers in the scenic car-free centre with cobbled stones and squares and beautiful old buildings

The Rest

  • shortest transfer from Geneva (just over 1 hour)
  • stunning views of peaks, glaciers and the Mont Blanc, Europe's highest peak

 

Transfers

Chambéry Airport 2hr
Geneva 2hr
Lyon 2.5hr

Map

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Piste Map

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Ski Pack Prices

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Lift Pass: CHAMONIX Family Pass (2 Ad + 1 Chd) (6 day) £428
Lift Pass: CHAMONIX Le Pass (Local) (6 day) £171
Lift Pass: MONT-BLANC Family Pass (2 Ad + 1 Chd) (6 day) £522
Lift Pass: MONT-BLANC Unlimited (Area) (6 day) £209
School: Ski School (4 days) £126
School: Ski School (6 days) £167
School: Snowboad School (4 day) £126
School: Snowboard School (6 day) £166
Ski Stuff: Boot Hire Standard (6 day) £32
Ski Stuff: Boot Hire Superior (6 day) £41
Ski Stuff: Ski Hire Standard (6 day) £50
Ski Stuff: Ski Hire Superior (6 day) £77
Snowboard Stuff: Snowboard (6 day) £77
Snowboard Stuff: Soft Boots (6 day) £32

In Resort

Panda Club

You can drop your children off with us while you go off and enjoy your time on the slopes. We accommodate children aged 3 years + and your children will have some fun while learning skiing!

Approximate Prices:

  • 5 Half Days: €205.00
  • 5 Full Days: €355.00

How to Book:

  • Website: www.chamonix.net
  • Phone: +33-450558612

Piou Piou Club

The piou Piou Club takes children aged 3 to 12 years. There are various options available to you depending on the age of your child all of which are listed on the website detailed below.

Approximate Prices:

  • 1 Day: €72.00
  • 6 Days: €299.00

How to Book:

  • Website: www.esfchamonix.com
  • Email: info@esfchamonix.com
  • Phone: +33-450532257

***Please note: Times and prices change from week to week due to high and low seasons and half term etc.

Important Note: Please note if you choose to book the services outlined above, your contract for them will not be with us and the services will not form part of any package of services we may supply. Your contract for these services will be with the supplier of the services identified above as appropriate. The booking conditions of that supplier will apply to that contract. We accept no liability in respect of these services or for the acts or omissions of any supplier(s) or other person(s) or party(ies) connected with them.

Snow Reports


Last Updated 05 Jan 2009
Last Snowed 01 Jan 2009
Temperature -12°C
Snow Depth on Lower Slopes 80cm
Snow Depth on Upper Slopes 190cm
Fresh Snow Depth 10cm
Open Lifts 42
Total Lifts 43
Runs to Resort Good
Weather Clear skies providing great views
Piste State Great skiing thanks to the recent snowfalls

Ski Club of Great Britain

Snow data supplied by the Ski Club of Great Britain.


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Package Holidays in Chamonix

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Les Balcons Du SavoySC**** -
Residences La GinabelleSC**** £418
P & V Chamois BlancSC*** -
Résidence Pierre & Vacances Les AiglonsSC*** -
La RiviereSC** £228
Résidence l'AiguilleSC** -
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Hotel Pointe IsabelleB&B** £399
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