City break in Chamonix. Active leisure ideas for Chamonix - attractions, recreation and nightlife
In winter, skiing is the most popular entertainment. Chamonix has excellent trails for skiers and snowboarders. Professional trainers provide trainings for those who are just beginning to learn the basics of skiing; the resort has several upscale ski schools, including ones for children. During summer, guests are offered to hike through the most beautiful mountain routes; various sports and fitness centers are available all year round.
This high-class ski resort is well known to winter sports enthusiasts from around the world; it features an abundance of attractive restaurants and bars. Here you can find restaurants … Open
Chamonix is the world-famous ski resort that, among other things, is known for its rich cultural program. The resort hosts a huge number of sporting events and competitions, as well as … Open
Fans of nightlife won’t be bored too; the Du Moulin club waits for its visitors every single evening. You can listen to your favorite music and have a beer at the O'Byrnes pub; L'Amnesia club is popular among fans of dancing. There are also attractive shops in Chamonix; the biggest selection of sports equipment can be found in Zero G Board & Bike Shop.
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National and city parks around Chamonix
♥ National Park 'Parco nazionale del Gran Paradiso' , 56.5 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Regional Nature Park 'Massif des Bauges' , 62.2 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Regional Nature Park 'Haut-Jura' , 85.6 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Regional Nature Park 'Chartreuse' , 103.8 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ World Heritage Site 'Swiss Alps Jungfrau-Aletsch' , 111.3 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ National Park 'Parco nazionale del Gran Paradiso' , 56.5 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Regional Nature Park 'Massif des Bauges' , 62.2 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Regional Nature Park 'Haut-Jura' , 85.6 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Regional Nature Park 'Chartreuse' , 103.8 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ World Heritage Site 'Swiss Alps Jungfrau-Aletsch' , 111.3 km from the center. On the map Photo
Amusement parks near Chamonix
♥ Amusement park 'Swiss Vapeur Parc' Le Bouveret, 52.1 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Amusement park 'Walibi Rhône-Alpes' Les Avenières, 105.9 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Amusement park 'Jungfrau Park' Interlaken, 115.2 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Amusement park 'Swiss Vapeur Parc' Le Bouveret, 52.1 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Amusement park 'Walibi Rhône-Alpes' Les Avenières, 105.9 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Amusement park 'Jungfrau Park' Interlaken, 115.2 km from the center. On the map Photo
Michelin-starred restaurants in Chamonix
♥ Restaurant 'Panier des 4 Saisons' Chamonix-Mont-Blanc. Type - Traditional cuisine. 0.6 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Restaurant 'Le Matafan' Chamonix-Mont-Blanc. Type - Modern cuisine. 0.7 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Restaurant 'La Télécabine' Chamonix-Mont-Blanc. Type - Traditional cuisine. 0.8 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Restaurant 'Le Cap Horn' Chamonix-Mont-Blanc. Type - Modern cuisine. 0.9 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Restaurant 'Rèvolâ' Chamonix-Mont-Blanc. Type - Traditional cuisine. 1 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Restaurant 'Panier des 4 Saisons' Chamonix-Mont-Blanc. Type - Traditional cuisine. 0.6 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Restaurant 'Le Matafan' Chamonix-Mont-Blanc. Type - Modern cuisine. 0.7 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Restaurant 'La Télécabine' Chamonix-Mont-Blanc. Type - Traditional cuisine. 0.8 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Restaurant 'Le Cap Horn' Chamonix-Mont-Blanc. Type - Modern cuisine. 0.9 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Restaurant 'Rèvolâ' Chamonix-Mont-Blanc. Type - Traditional cuisine. 1 km from the center. On the map Photo
Sites around Chamonix from our surveys on extreme Earth places
Aiguille du Midi
From the series “The World's Highest Observation Decks”
Check on the map: Distance from Chamonix center - 4.5 km.
A pleasant surprise will wait for visitors at the top; there you will see a multi-level observation deck with comfortable seating areas and cozy cafes. The open wooden platform acts as a viewing point; it features interconnected tunnels and passages carved directly into the rock. The uppermost area is at an altitude of 3842 meters; it is about 70 meters above the floor. …
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Tortin Ski Slope
From the series “Top 13 Furious Ski Resorts and Pistes”
Check on the map: Distance from Chamonix center - 34.4 km.
The big sharp stones, the cracks and the icy stretches on which you can slip through - even some professionals can not overcome this difficult path. The general length of the slopes, which are available to guests Verbier, is about 200 km. More than a quarter of the slopes are black. In many respects, the complexity of certain routes depends on the season. In the Hochwinter some difficult ski slopes completely hidden under the thick snowcrests and therefore fit even for the middle level athletes. …
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Cleuson-Dixence
From the series “The Greatest Dams in the World”
Check on the map: Distance from Chamonix center - 45.3 km.
It should be noted that Cleuson-Dixence Dam is one of the country's most popular tourist attractions. In the middle of the 20th century the small house was built for the construction workers, which was later converted into the hotel. The experienced travelers recommend visiting this area in the second half of September. In this period, the water basin has the maximum water level, its depth can reach 284 meters. …
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Thailand Relaxes Its COVID-19 Policy
New Year events in Thailand are likely to bring more people this year because everyone is tired of lockdowns and craving normal life. Many tourists, who book hotels in Pattaya, Krabi, or Phuket for the holiday season, also want to participate. As champagne has become an essential drink for New Year celebrations, the question regarding alcohol consumption comes to mind. The government allowed serving alcoholic drinks during the New Year countdown but only open-air cafes and restaurants with good ventilation will be permitted to do this until 1 am on 1 January 2022. This rule is nationwide. Read this
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New Year events in Thailand are likely to bring more people this year because everyone is tired of lockdowns and craving normal life. Many tourists, who book hotels in Pattaya, Krabi, or Phuket for the holiday season, also want to participate. As champagne has become an essential drink for New Year celebrations, the question regarding alcohol consumption comes to mind. The government allowed serving alcoholic drinks during the New Year countdown but only open-air cafes and restaurants with good ventilation will be permitted to do this until 1 am on 1 January 2022. This rule is nationwide. Read this
24.04.2024
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Guide to your best city break in Chamonix - popular places for recreation and leisure. Things to do during the day in Chamonix - attractions, parks, beaches, aquaparks, racing tracks, biking trails or waterski. Recommendations (with addresses, phone numbers and links) where to spend your time in the evening (bars, discos, clubs, etc.). We share some good ideas and the question 'What to do in Chamonix?' disappears immediately.