Chamonix is an atmospheric,
historical town surrounded by snow-capped peaks, glaciers
and nature reserves.
The ski lifts of Aiguille Du Midi, Le Brevent, La Flegere,
Les Grands Montets, Le Tour-Vallorcine are all open in the
summer to ensure your enjoyment of the Chamonix Valley.
Mont
Blanc attracts visitors from all over
the world. Approximately 2000 people a year fulfil their
life ambitions and climb to the summit of Mont Blanc,
fitness and weather permitting (guide recommended).
There
is however another way. In 20 minutes 2 cable cars will
take you from Chamonix to the Aiguille Du Midi at an
altitude of 3842m just below Mont Blanc. From the
observation platform you have a panoramic view of the
towering mountain peaks of the French, Swiss and Italian
Alps.
From the Auguille du Midi you can take the Helbronner cable
car to Italy. An awe inspiring 5-km journey over an amazing
landscape of endless snow, seracs & crevasses.
The
Montenvers train will take you up to an altitude
of 1913m to the famous Mer de Glace and Ice grotto.
The Mont Blanc Tramway the highest rack & pinion
train in France travels to 2372m.
Outdoor activities include: walking, hiking,
mountaineering, climbing, mountain biking, rafting, hydro
speeding, canyoning, fly fishing, windsurfing, horse &
pony riding, golf, paragliding, helicopter trips, tennis,
swimming, adventure parks, leisure park with two 910m long
taboggon runs.
Sports Centre, Swimming pool & health
centre, pool with jacuzzi, water slide, paddling pool,
sauna, hamman, fitness room, climbing wall, tennis &
squash, ice skating.
Further
activities and interests include bowling,
amusement arcade, alpine museum, exhibitions, concerts,
petanque, bridge club, cinema, casino, and heritage tours.
Nearby excursions, by car-:
10
minutes Les Houches, Huskies Sleighs, Saint Bernard
Breeding Centre, Animal Park.
20 minutes, Switzerland & Italy,
35 minutes Emosson in Switzerland
45 minutes Lake Annecy and its captivating historical town.
Yvoire a charming medieval walled village on the shores of
Lake Geneva,
Evian also situated on the shores of Lake Geneva, famous
for its natural mineral
water and its thermal baths are a popular tourist
destination.
60 minutes The thermal baths of Saillon and Les Bains de
Lavey. Geneva
90 minutes The 11th Century Castle of Chillon sits
in Lake Geneva just south of Montreaux.
Lausanne is about 10 minutes further along the lake.
Within 1 to 2 hours you can visit excellent wine producers
and vineyards in Italy, Switzerland and France.
Chalet Chantel Summer Bed & Breakfast
from 48 euros per person per night
Contact us for details of reductions for children and group
bookings.
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