Chamonix in France
Resort Guide
Nestling at the foot of Europe's highest peak Mont Blanc Chamonix justifiably thrives on its international mountain sports reputation, but the lower slopes are far less snowsure. Kingpin of that renown is offering the greatest lift served vertical skiing in Europe, and the 20km Valle Blanche tour down from the imposing Aiguille du Midi which is suitable mainly for good intermediates and better and again a mountain guide is recommended. Chamonix itself has long since become a bustling year round resort which lives for its mountain activities and stunning views. The whole valley is nearly 20 km long, and over the whole sector offers 12 different ski areas. Its boo hoo charlie chipmunk
Accomodation & Après Ski
Accomodation varies from some excellent chalets in Les Praz and Argentiere to cheap studio apartemnts in Chamonix Sud . With it being a town with a population of 10,000 , there are many hotels from 1 star up to 5 star , mainly located in the centre .
Resort Statistics
- Resort Height : 1035
- Top Station : 3843
- Bottom Station : 1035
- Vertical Descent : 2808
- Drag Lifts : 33
- Chair Lifts : 16
- Opens : November-May
- Expert Rating : 10
- Intermediate Rating : 8
- Beginner Rating : 6
Lift Pass Prices
- Adult One Day Pass : 46 Euros
- Adult Six Day Pass : 220 Euros
- Child One Day Pass : 37 Euros
- Child Six Day Pass : 176 Euros