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CHAMONIX-MONT-BLANC

Description:

Chamonix Mont-Blanc is a friendly alpine town in eastern France, which lies on the river Arve at the foot of Mont Blanc. The city has been attracting tourists since the 20-th century and is now able to accommodate 60 thousand guests simultaneously. In the past it was agrucalture that brought income to Chamonix residents, now the city is occupied by receiving lovers of winter sports and of mountaineering in summer.The first winter Olympic Games were held there in 1924. You should definitely see the largest glacier in Europe, "The ice sea", (which can be reached by mountain railway Montenve), the Alpine Museum and the crystals Museum , as well as a ride on the tram Mont Blanc, rising to this summit to a height of 2372 m. Chamonix in general is a pleasant town with developed tourist infrastructure.

Climate

The winter season lasts here from November to May with heavy snowfall and an average temperature of -5 ° C. Summers are quite warm.

Transport

Chamonix is situated in 90 km. from Switzerland and coupled with Italy by a tunnel, dug through the Mont Blanc. Therefore, the easiest way to get here is by car. The nearest airport is in Geneva. And the nearest railway station is located in Lafayette, about an hour from Chamonix, connecting the region with Paris and Lyon. Urban public transport is represented by a network of buses.

Find hotels in CHAMONIX-MONT-BLANC

Hotels in CHAMONIX-MONT-BLANC


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Les Campanules

Address: 450 Route de Coupeau, Les Houches

Quick description Located in the village of Les Houches, this hotel is a 5-minute drive from the ski slopes. It offers rooms with a furnished balcony and views of Mont Blanc or the surrounding forest.Free Wi-Fi and satellite TV are provided in each guest room. All of the rooms have a chalet-style... more

Résidence Les Balcons d'Anaïte

Address: 50, rue de l'Aiguille Verte, Chamonix-Mont-Blanc

Located in the heart of Chamonix Valley, in the small village of Les Houches, Résidence Les Balcons d'Anaïte offers cosy Alpine-style self-catering accommodations in a convenient setting, within minutes of central Les Houches and only 1 km from the nearest ski lifts. Résidence Les Balcons... more

Grand Hôtel Des Alpes

Address: Rue du Docteur Paccard 75, Chamonix-Mont-Blanc

$162 - $350

Location. Grand Hôtel Des Alpes is located near the beach in central Chamonix Mont Blanc and close to L'Eglise de Chamonix and Aiguille du Midi. Additional area points of interest include Mont Blanc and Col du Midi. Hotel Features. Grand Hôtel Des Alpes features a coffee shop/café and a... more

Le Prieuré

Address: 149 Allée Recteur Payot Bp 135, Chamonix Cedex

Le Prieuré

Quick description Located a 5-minute walk from the cable cars in Chamonix, this 3-star hotel offers ski equipment hire on site. It has a sauna, a hot tub and south facing rooms, some of them facing the Mont Blanc.All the rooms at the Hotel Le Prieuré have a typical chalet-style decor and feature... more

Résidence Maeva La Rivière

Address: 187 Promenade Marie Paradis, Chamonix

Résidence Maeva La Rivière

Quick description Résidence Maeva La Rivière is located 5 minutes from the resort centre in Chamonix. Its apartments feature a private balcony or terrace and can accommodate up to 6 people.The studios and 1-bedroom apartments are equipped with a self-catering kitchen area with hot plates,... more

Hotel Chris-Tal

Address: 242, avenue des Alpages, Les Houches

Hotel Chris-Tal

Situated only 6 km from Chamonix town centre, Hotel Chris-Tal is located in the pristine village of Les Houches, at the heart of the valley. Once you have fallen under the spell of this delightful place, live your life at your own rhythm and let your desires guide you. Our spacious, cosy,... more

L'Aiguille du Midi

Address: 479 Chemin Napoleon, Chamonix-Mont-Blanc

$116 - $357

L'Aiguille du Midi

L'Aiguille du Midi hotel offers a wonderful situation in the heart of the Alps, in the village of Bossons, within close vicinity of Mont Blanc tunnel and only 1,8 miles/3 km from the centre of Chamonix, immersed in an ample park facing Bossons's glacier, the biggest in Europe.... more

La Savoyarde

Address: 28, Route de Moussoux, Chamonix-Mont-Blanc

La Savoyarde

Quick description La Savoyarde is a family hotel located 10 minutes from Chamonix town centre. It offers rooms with a private balcony and views of the Mont Blanc Mountain.Each room at the Savoyarde Hotel has a traditional regional décor and a private bathroom. They are equipped with a TV and tea and... more

Park Hotel Suisse & Spa

Address: 75, allée du Majestic, BP49Chamonix-Mont-Blanc

$185 - $2,007

Location. Park Hotel Suisse & Spa is located in central Chamonix Mont Blanc, close to L'Eglise de Chamonix and Aiguille du Midi. Additional area points of interest include Mont Blanc and Col du Midi. Hotel Features. Park Hotel Suisse & Spa features a restaurant and a bar/lounge. The... more

HOTEL EXCELSIOR

Address: 251 chemin de Saint Roch, Chamonix

$116 - $278

PROPERTY TYPEVACATION HOTEL VACATION/SEMINAR HOTELYEAR BUILT 1905YEAR REMODELED 2004RATINGSAAA DIAMONDS AAA DIAMONDS 5STARS 2 STARSADDITIONAL HOTEL DESCRIPTIONHERE IS A CHARMING HOTEL OF THE PUREST SAVOYARD STYLE ANDFROM WHICH COMES OUT AN ATMOSPHERE OF WELL BEING. WITH ITSWARM AND FAMILY STYLE... more


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