Just a tunnel away the Aosta Valley awaits this summer loaded with gastronomy, history and activities too. We’ve made a list below of summer attractions in the Aosta valley, on the Italian side of Mont Blanc, in order of their distance from the French border. Starting with the closest ones at the top, make your […]

Welcome back! We’ve been through the most common route of the tour du Mont Blanc, heading counter clockwise from Les Houches but what about the practicalities along the way. If you missed out on our route guide visit see part one here. Where to stay along the Tour du Mont Blanc As you can see […]

Somehow, if the idea of walking around the imposing Mont Blanc massif has wormed its way into your brain, you have probably found yourself here, reading up about the tour du mont blanc standard route and important sights along the way, along with this we will throw our top tips on how you might accomplish […]

Suddenly as interseason in Chamonix arrives, the valley walls are painted with the stroke of a dusty orange ombré. Amber hues fill the horizon as frost and snow returns to the mountain caps above. A warm fuzzy scarf is calling your name… and so is Chamonix All Year! As the school holidays approach at the […]

In honour of the Winter Olympics 2018, we've taken a look back at the first time the competition was held back in 1924. Soon after the first modern Olympic games in 1896 the International Olympic Committee proposed a separate winter competition, and if it wasn’t for the break out of World War I, this event would have been held in Germany in 1916.

A Christmas in Chamonix is sure to be unforgettable! The snow has arrived early this year and the beauty of the mountains will take your breath away. Our fairytale alpine town offers plenty of activities to guarantee a great festive holiday. Village & market – Christmas in Chamonix From 16th to 30th December, a festive […]

Chamonix’s ski areas are spread throughout the valley, offering a wide range of terrain for all abilities. They are well connected by the local bus network, which runs between the main lift areas, villages, and town centres. Buses are free with a valid ski pass. If you do not have a ski pass, the guest […]

Mountain Safety Instructions When skiing or snowboarding in Chamonix, safety should always be part of your planning. Accidents are not something anyone expects, but they can happen, even to experienced mountain users. Being prepared before you head out can make a significant difference. Below is a set of practical guidelines to help you prepare for […]

Planning a ski season in Chamonix? Chamonix existed long before ski seasons, snowboards or even the first chairlifts. Early pioneers of ski tourism were already making winter trips here each year. In the early nineteenth century, upper and middle classes travelled to Chamonix to see the glaciers, especially the Mer de Glace, and Mont Blanc, […]