|  Chamonix is more than just a skiing capital
With culture and heritage to rival the most established French towns, you can’t help but be amazed by the eclectic mixture of alpine farms, baroque churches, art deco buildings and palaces from the ‘Golden Era’. This cosmopolitan atmosphere in the heart of the French Alps is positively captivating.
Shopping
If you can drag yourself away from the stunning scenery for long enough, Chamonix can also offer a wide selection of fashion boutiques including a recently opened Chanel store. In this delightful pedestrian centre the abundance of coffee shops and delicatessens is enough to tempt the most dedicated shopper to sit and relax with the beautiful mountain views.
Restaurants
If eating out is your thing, Chamonix certainly won’t disappoint. With an array of restaurants providing everything from traditional French to tex-mex and haute cuisine, there really is something for everybody. Here are a few of our favourites
- Le Caveau -
Set in one of the oldest underground vaults in Chamonix, the Swedish meat balls at Le Caveau are a must-try!
- Munchie -
With its lively and friendly atmosphere, this has become one of the Valley’s most popular restaurants. Modern fusion food with an Asian twist.
- L’Eden -
Freshly prepared, classic French cuisine with a contemporary twist - the emphasis here is on quality. Minibus pick-up and return provided within the Chamonix Valley.
- Casa Valeria -
The finest, authentic Italian cuisine with a menu offering over 40 types of pizza baked in a wood-burning oven. As well as pizza there is a wide selection of specialities such as entrecôte Osso Buco, fresh fish or Valeria’s own pasta recipes.
Even chalet staff need one evening off a week, giving you the perfect opportunity to explore the culinary delights of Chamonix for yourself. We are more than happy to recommend and book a restaurant for you but remember that tables are in demand during high season so come and speak to us at the beginning of your stay.
Bars
Après Ski
- Chambre Neuf -
The liveliest bar in town. With the return of last season’s band Rocky, you can be sure that Chambre Neuf will be packed to the rafters. Après Ski is hectic but after 9 p.m. a more relaxed atmosphere ensues. We recommend the tapas.
- Micro-Brasserie de Chamonix (MBC) -
MBC is a microbrewery run by four Canadians with a real passion for beer. If you fancy something different and have a fondness for naturally produced real ales and lagers, the MBC is a must.
- South Bar -
The après ski here is not for the faint hearted!
For after dinner
- Terrasse - Situated on the banks of the Arve, this beautiful hisoric building plays host to a lively and mixed crowd. Downstairs a stylish and busy bar boasts live music 7 nights a week. Upstairs a contemporary ‘cocktail style’ bar is set in a stunning original art nouveau conservatory. Later in the season, Terrasse is a great place to sit outside and watch the Chamoniards go by.
- Chambre Neuf -
As mentioned above, Chambre Neuf takes on a relaxed atmosphere after 9p.m, very different from Après Ski. It transforms into a chilled, candle lit bar, the perfect wind-down after your day on the slopes.
For the night-owls among you there are plenty of bars and clubs to keep your party going into the early hours. |
