22/12/2011

Where To Ski In Chamonix

With the majestic Mont Blanc towering above, the extensive ski area is renowned for its high altitude skiing with terrain ranging from extreme off-piste to gentle green runs.

There are 5 main areas in the Chamonix Valley - Le Brevant, La Flegere, Les Grand Montets, Le Tour & Les Houches - each of the different ski areas is worth a visit.

Le Domaine de Balme
Le Tour/Vallorcine
Sunshine soaks the wide, open runs of Le Tour, while the Vallorcine side is renowned for tree runs. Great on cold days. 

Brévent-Flégère
Chamonix
With its steep, rolling terrain, this resort is great for intermediates as well as advanced skiers/boarders. Arguably the best view of the Alps.

Les Grands Montets
Argentière
Internationally recognised for off-piste skiing and glacial touring, this resort is highly acclaimed and great for a challenge. 

Le Domaine des Houches
Les Houches
With tree-lined blue runs and a couple of greens, this is the best resort for families with young children. Discover the tucked-away restaurants on the mountain serving local cuisine.

If you purchase a Mont-Blanc Unlimited pass you also get access to the Courmayer ski resort in Italy.

Le Domaine de Courmayeur
Italy
Great red and blue pistes, incredible view of Mont Blanc and a restaurant for almost every run.