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Chamonix - France

  • Chamonix
Alpine Charm
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Bucket List Resort
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Non-Ski Friendly
Ski And Spa

Average snow history

2016/17
601cm
2017/18
310cm
2018/19
350cm
2019/20
345cm
2020/21
508cm

Weather    6 October 2017    8:00AM

Temperature
-1 to 0 degrees
Snowfall
None

Why Chamonix?

Because this is 'The Capital of the Alps' and a world-renowned French town attracting millions of skiers from around the globe. Chamonix is less a ski resort than an actual town. With a base population of 10,000, Chamonix attracts visitors all year round; extreme skiers, alpinists, trail runners and holiday makers alike.

It offers some of the best expert skiing in the world as well as a variety of slopes for beginners and intermediates, with visitors able to enjoy the ski areas spread out along the 12km long valley. Resorts included on the ski pass are Les Houches, Vallorcine and Argentiere - some of the top names of French Alpine skiing.

Awe-inspiring scenery, very lively nightlife and a huge choice of restaurants, shops and other amenities all add to Chamonix's appeal as a top winter sports destination. And the biggest appeal of all? This is the gateway to the infamous Vallee Blanche - something everyone should ski once in their lifetime... if you've got the guts to walk the ridge at the start!

Why Chamonix?

Because this is 'The Capital of the Alps' and a world-renowned French town attracting millions of skiers from around the globe. Chamonix is less a ski resort than an actual town. With a base population of 10,000, Chamonix attracts visitors all year round; extreme skiers, alpinists, trail runners and holiday makers alike.

It offers some of the best expert skiing in the world as well as a variety of slopes for beginners and intermediates, with visitors able to enjoy the ski areas spread out along the 12km long valley. Resorts included on the ski pass are Les Houches, Vallorcine and Argentiere - some of the top names of French Alpine skiing.

Awe-inspiring scenery, very lively nightlife and a huge choice of restaurants, shops and other amenities all add to Chamonix's appeal as a top winter sports destination. And the biggest appeal of all? This is the gateway to the infamous Vallee Blanche - something everyone should ski once in their lifetime... if you've got the guts to walk the ridge at the start!

Weather

2016/17
601cm

2017/18
310cm

2018/19
350cm

2019/20
345cm

2020/21
508cm

6 October 2017    8:00AM

Temperature
-1 to 0 degrees
Snowfall
None

Pistes in Chamonix

Chamonix has six different ski ares which means there is something for everything however it is quite a rugged resort with less (and older) lifts than many other resorts in the Alps, leaving much of the mountain untouched by pistes. There is a slight lack of beginner pistes and an abundance of steep skiing meaning it may not be the ideal destination for beginners.

Our favourite runs at Chamonix

Green

A gentle steady slope with a fun park next to the slope

Ilbellules (Flegere)
Ilbellules (Flegere)

Blue

Lovely run as you descend down into the trees

Bechat Esserts (Le Tour)
Bechat Esserts (Le Tour)

Red

The perfect run to lap all day with slope side jumps

Cornu (Brevent)
Cornu (Brevent)

Black

No powder day is complete without an ascent up the the Grands Montet Lift

Pointe de Vue
Pointe de Vue
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Chamonix piste map

Chamonix piste map

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Apartments In Chamonix

Apartments In Chamonix
Apartments In Chamonix
Apartments In Chamonix

We have a huge portfolio of superb apartments choices in Chamonix, Les Houches, Vallorcine & Argentiere. 

Powder White has 16 self-catered apartment residences in the huge Chamonix area, all hand-selected for their facilities, standard of accommodation, location and proximity to the lifts and village centres.

Our apartments in Chamonix range from affordable 2-star great value offerings to luxurious 5-star residences to suit all needs.

Apartments In Chamonix
Apartments In Chamonix
Apartments In Chamonix

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Hotels In Chamonix

Hotels In Chamonix
Hotels In Chamonix
Hotels In Chamonix

Don't just book a room, discover the Powder White difference and consider our huge range of super hotels in the Chamonix Valley. Powder White works with 31 ski hotels in the various villages that form this huge area, all conveniently located in a central position and selected for their charm & reputation.

Our hotels in Chamonix range from affordable 2-star B&Bs to the most luxurious 5-star Spa Hotels so there's sure to be something for everyone!

Hotels In Chamonix
Hotels In Chamonix
Hotels In Chamonix

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Additional Info

Ski passes

We know how valuable your skiing time is to you so that is why we can to pre-book your lift passes for you, to save you the time and hassle of doing it once in resort. No additional charge!

The lift passes will be ready and waiting for you in your chalet/hotel/apartment, so you can hit the slopes immediately! You can book these at any time after you've booked.

Ski & equipment hire

The last thing you want to do at the start of your holiday is queue up in a crowded ski hire shop. We understand this and that is why we offer to pre-book all your equipment so that it is ready and waiting for you. You can either collect it from the shop yourself or some shops even offer a chalet fitting service, where all the equipment will be brought around to the chalet, thus avoiding the ski hire shop completely.

Ski school

Ski school can be a real hassle to organise so let us do all the hard work for you. We have built relationships with the top ski schools in Courchevel and we can book lessons for all ability levels, both private and group lessons.

For Christmas, New Year, Russian New Year and February Half Term, we strongly advise pre-booking your lessons as soon as possible as the group lesson and private lesson slots gets booked up very quickly! You can book lessons at any time after you've booked.

Powder White is an Independent Tour Ski Operator offering our guests an informative, personal and tailor-made service. Our friendly & knowledgeable Ski Specialists are here to help, so if you have any questions, need further information, or if you have specific requirements you'd like to discuss with us, please feel free to just get in touch and we have every confidence we will be able to find the perfect skiing holiday for you.

Why not give one of our friendly ski experts a call?

Duncan
Duncan
Victoria
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