When you come on holiday to Chamonix in the Haute-Savoie region of France, you expect to find raclettes and fondues on the menu, along with other traditional Alpine dishes. But our mountain town also serves up another…
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Chamonix isn’t the kind of place you tick off once and move on. With its mix of world-famous landmarks, high-altitude adventures, and hidden corners that only reveal themselves over time, every visit feels different.…
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Mountain restaurants and buvettesMountain restaurants – and their smaller, more rustic cousins, the buvettes – are a quintessential part of summer in Chamonix. Often tucked away along trails or perched in meadows, the…
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We wanted to give our guests an insight into paragliding in Chamonix. Also known as parapenting (the French word for the activity), this popular activity can be done year round, in winter and summer. In the name of re…
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If your office is wherever your laptop is, why not make that place the French Alps?Chamonix might be known for its world-class skiing and mountaineering, but outside the busy winter and summer seasons, it’s a dream ba…
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Chamonix is famous as the cradle of mountaineering and has many outdoor crags which are equipped for climbing. Chamonix rock climbing may have an extreme reputation but as you’ll see below, there is in fact something…
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We’ve been welcoming guests to Chamonix since 2003, so we know what makes a holiday stay stress-free, comfortable, and memorable. Whether you’re travelling solo, as a couple, with friends or with family (furry members…
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Chamonix might be world-famous, but there’s still plenty that surprises even regular visitors. As your locals on the ground, we’ve pulled together some of our favourite lesser-known facts that paint a picture of Chamo…
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Chamonix is world-famous for its extreme sports — and mountain biking is no exception. When the snow melts, the same steep slopes that make Chamonix a legendary ski destination transform into thrilling trails for bike…
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If you’re planning a stag or hen do with more adventure than pub crawl, Chamonix is a great choice. Set in the French Alps, it offers stunning views, outdoor activities and great food — perfect for a memorable celebra…
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The Big Mountain JourneyBig Mountain Brewing Co. is all about the taste of adventure – created in the heart of Chamonix.It all started back in 2014, when mountain guide Jack Geldard spotted something missing in the va…
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Mountain weather can change in an instant — but in Chamonix, a cloudy sky or a rainy afternoon is never a reason to write off the day. The valley is packed with indoor activities and experiences that are worth enjoyin…
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