Chamonix is a famous resort area near the junction of France, Switzerland and Italy. At the base of Mont Blanc, the highest summit in the Alps, it's renowned for its skiing. Year-round, cable cars take visitors up to several nearby peaks with panoramic views, including Aiguille du Midi above town, and Pointe Helbronner, across vast glacier fields on the Italian border.
The famous Mont Blanc is the world’s third most visited natural sight with a huge choice of outdoor activities, from off-piste skiing and climbing to hiking at beautiful mountain trails or glaciers. Admire Mont Blanc from the Pic du Midi in just 20 minutes via the Aiguille du Midi cable car which climbs to an altitude of 3842m. It is one of the four panoramic terraces accessible to visitors.
Mont Blanc is the highest peak of the Alps and forms part of the border with Italy. With an altitude of 4810m, it is always covered with snow that is why it is also called the White Mountain. Experienced climbers can climb it always with the help of the local guides. It is a 10 to 12 hours route. It is also known as the “Roof of Europe” because of its thrilling viewpoints of the Aiguilles Rouges mountain ranges and the gorgeous Chamonix Valley.
At Mont Blanc’s majestic snowcapped peak is located the traditional village of Chamonix filled with historic churches and beautiful chalets. It is a well-known ski resort ever since the Winter Olympics of 1924 with six ski areas for beginners to extreme skiers.
Don’t forget to use the tramway du Mont Blanc with its two stops Bellevue and Nid d Aigle. The Mer de Glace is one of the largest glaciers in Europe and it is also called the Sea of Ice. The museum of Alpine History is ideal to learn more about the history of the area and the golden era of the glamorous ski resorts.
Awe-inspiring mountains, crystal-clear lakes, pristine forests, and rushing waterfalls are the main elements that you will meet at the French Alps! The most magnificent natural scenery in Europe, French Alps offer lots of activities, from hiking, biking and mountain climbing in summer to skiing and snowboarding during winter. Beautiful mountain villages and famous ski resorts such as Chamonix, Val d'Isère, and Portes du Soleil offer over the top facilities. It’s the ideal combination of culture and leisure. French Alps with their famous sight of Mont Blanc and the historical region of old Savoy and Dauphine attract a plethora of visitors every year!
The world’s most visited country, France with more than 89 million visitors each year rightfully seduces travelers with its culture, stunning landscape comprising of Alpine mountains, beautiful meadows, farms, rivers and spectacular sea coast France is about art and architecture. The country's cultural sights and rich history is staggering – in volume and diversity. There are plenty of things to see and do in France which is blessed with beautiful landscapes and diverse geography.
Learn more
