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Winter 2027 booking now open, this page now closed! If you’d like priority booking for next year, please join our email list. For all general information, dogs, family equipment etc, please see the main booking page. For any questions or…
Lac Blanc, at 2352m, is one of the most famous walks in the Alps - hugely popular for its straightforward access to a spectacular panorama over the Mont Blanc massif.
Work in Progress as of April 2026! I am adding photos for each section, and still clarifying and checking. Contents: 🎄Christmas in the Chamonix: A Quick Guide to the Peaks and the Pitfalls The Three Main Types of Alpine Christmas:1.…
“La Petite Forêt” is a beautiful and welcoming chalet for 2-4 people with hot tub and sauna, set in an enchanting wooded garden, close to the Flégère lift. Explore winter at the chalet: exterior, garden and views are on this…
Insider information on the town, the mountains, and the fun to be had in them
It is extremely useful to have a car in Chamonix – the valley is 20 km long and the lifts are all along the length of it. However it does also have public transport, and it’s a greener option. Here’s an overview…
Autumn is a wonderful time to be in Chamonix – lively but not too crowded, the weather is generally good, and the autumn colours and warm light. General practicalities This list is for inspiration and ideas only – it is just…
Magical mountain summertime at the chalet…enjoying the day in the garden ringed with woods and mountains, or out adventuring in the Alps, returning to an evening hot tub and barbecue. Discover the chalet exterior and garden in summer on this…
Chamonix springs are energetic and exuberant, full of flowers. The timing can vary dramatically year to year but in general spring at valley level begins around mid-March to the beginning of April, and by mid-June, summer is generally well established…