Chamonix Mont Blanc
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Nestled in the Southern Alps, close to the Switzerland border dominated by Mont Blanc is the ski resort of Chamonix. Famous for hosting the very first Winter Olympics in 1924, it is one of the most well-known ski resorts in the world.
Snowboarding in Chamonix Mont-Blanc makes for some of the best in the world for serious boarders with the "Snowpark" staging some top competitions. The lift system as you would expect is excellent. It has 49 lifts which are capable of transporting 52,660 people every single hour. The highest lift holds the world record for being the "world's greatest lift served by a vertical drop" (3840 metres). The resort sits at 1040 metres so snow is pretty much guaranteed throughout the winter season. On the off chance that snow is not forthcoming, Chamonix has 96 snow cannons on standby just in case.
Accommodation in Chamonix is varied and plentiful, ranging from self-catering apartments, chalets to ski lodges and hotel rooms. If you require a hotel, Chamonix isn't short of these either. Ranging from comfortable and cosy 2 and 3 star establishments right up to the luxurious 5 star "Les Ecrins De Soulane".
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Nestled in the Southern Alps, close to the Switzerland border dominated by Mont Blanc is the ski resort of Chamonix. Famous for hosting the very first Winter Olympics in 1924, it is one of the most well-known ski resorts in the world.
Snowboarding in Chamonix Mont-Blanc makes for some of the best in the world for serious boarders with the "Snowpark" staging some top competitions. The lift system as you would expect is excellent. It has 49 lifts which are capable of transporting 52,660 people every single hour. The highest lift holds the world record for being the "world's greatest lift served by a vertical drop" (3840 metres). The resort sits at 1040 metres so snow is pretty much guaranteed throughout the winter season. On the off chance that snow is not forthcoming, Chamonix has 96 snow cannons on standby just in case.
Accommodation in Chamonix is varied and plentiful, ranging from self-catering apartments, chalets to ski lodges and hotel rooms. If you require a hotel, Chamonix isn't short of these either. Ranging from comfortable and cosy 2 and 3 star establishments right up to the luxurious 5 star "Les Ecrins De Soulane".
Apres Ski & Night-life
Chamonix can be a lively town and has a great apres ski atmosphere and activities selection. There are plenty of bars and nightclubs that will keep you going till dawn. Popular bars include "Wild Wallabies" and the "Ice Rock Café"
The resort boasts an eclectic mix of restaurants ranging from sandwich and hamburger joints, local Savoyarde fayre to top drawer gastronomy. Whatever you fancy, there is a restaurant here to suit your tastes and/or budget.
Chamonix boasts a wide range of shops, with some exquisite delicatessens selling a extensive range of local wines, cheeses and chocolates. There are also plenty of fashion boutiques and jewellery stores
The resort boasts an eclectic mix of restaurants ranging from sandwich and hamburger joints, local Savoyarde fayre to top drawer gastronomy. Whatever you fancy, there is a restaurant here to suit your tastes and/or budget.
Chamonix boasts a wide range of shops, with some exquisite delicatessens selling a extensive range of local wines, cheeses and chocolates. There are also plenty of fashion boutiques and jewellery stores
WHAT'S ON
There is always something going on in Chamonix the more popular events include, World Ski Jumping Championships, Vol Et Ski (paragliding and ski challenge)and World Junior Alpine Ski Championships to name but a few.
Freeride World Tour
When? Mid to late January each year It’s On! The Best Riders on the Best Mountains in the Ultimate Freeride Competition.
Freeride World Tour
When? Mid to late January each year It’s On! The Best Riders on the Best Mountains in the Ultimate Freeride Competition.
HOW TO GET THERE
The nearest major airport to Chamonix Mont Blanc is Geneva at just over 1 hour's travelling time (88km), Lyon International Airport (220km), Haute-Savoie Mont Blanc Airport ( 90km) . Low cost carriers such as Easyjet fly here on a frequent basis. The best way to get to Chamonix ski resort from the airport is by Shuttle bus. Chamonix charge €80 for thes return trip.
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WHY WE RECOMMEND IT
Chamonix has come a long way since that first winter Olympics of 1924 and in recent years has remodelled itself as a great "all-rounder" value for money resort, for all levels and abilities.
The après ski scene here is lively and if that isn't enough you can shop till you drop.
Synonymous with offering the most challenging conditions for skiers, Chamonix is very quick to point out that it offers a lot more than difficult terrain and is now forging a reputation on being an all-round winter sport resort.
Current Weather Forecast
Synonymous with offering the most challenging conditions for skiers, Chamonix is very quick to point out that it offers a lot more than difficult terrain and is now forging a reputation on being an all-round winter sport resort.
Current Weather Forecast
SKIPASS RATES:
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Ski pass Chamonix Le Pass Adults: 16 - 64 years Childrens: 4 - 15 years Senior: 65 - 74 years |
Season 24/12/2011 to 13/04/2012 |
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| 6 days | 210 € | 178,50 € | 178,50 € | |
Chamonix Le Pass includes the following areas:
The Brévent, Balme, Grand Montets Areas bottom of valley (Savoy, The Planards the Vormaine the Chosalets).
Chamonix Bus: free shuttle to the station with the Pass and CHAMONIX MONT-BLANC Unlimited.
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Forfaits Chamonix Unlimited Adult: 16 - 64 years Childrens: 4 à 15 years Senior: 65 à 74 years |
Season 24/12/2011 to 13/04/2012 | |||
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| Adult | Children | Senior | ||
| 6 days | 255 € | 217 € | 217 € | |
Chamonix Unlimited includes:
- In France: The Brévent, Balme, Grand Montets Areas bottom of valley (Savoy, The Planards the Vormaine the Chosalets). Panoramic gondola lunch and Mont Blanc. Les Houches.
- In Switzerland: Access to the area 4 Vallées Verbier (Verbier, Nendaz, Veysonnaz, Thyon (from the package 6 consecutive days).
- Mountain Train (Montenvers-Mer de Glace and the Mont Blanc Tramway).
- Access free shuttle to Chamonix, Les Houches with the Mont Blanc Unlimited only
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Airport connections
Nearest Airport:
Geneve (Switzerland) (88km)
Bus from airport
Shuttle from airport
Bus from airport
Shuttle from airport
Number of ski slopes: 69
Ski slopes: 152 km
Details about ski resort
Night skiing False
Opening date: 03/12/2011
Closing date 06/05/2012
Maximum vertical drop (m): 0
Artificial snow (%): 11
Longest slope (km): 4
General information
Min. altitude: 1035mMax. altitude: 3842m
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Location of hotels and apartments
Connection with Courmayeur (Italy).
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