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Ski Areas
Ski Passes
Panoramic Flights
Richard Bozon Sports Centre
Beauty & Relaxation
Cultural Activities


SKI AREAS
Extending over three areas, the Chamonix Mont-Blanc ski lifts can be accessed by ski bus, SNCF train or car (car parks).

CHALLENGING SKIING

LES GRANDS MONTETS (1 235 M - 3 300 M)
Exceptional vertical drops and famous pistes have given the Grands-Montets its reputation as a world-famous ski area, part of which is on a glacier. Internationally renowned thanks to its size and the variety of its ski runs and pistes, which extend over three slopes: the Argentiere glacier, Lognan and la Pendant. The length of the pistes, their vertical drop (max. altitude 3300 m) and the exceptional quality of the snow until May, make it a paradise for skiers and surfers.The return run to Argentiere has been equipped with artificial snow.

New Snowpark opens this winter in the Lognan ski area.

PANORAMIC SKIING

BREVENT/FLEGERE (1 030 M - 2 525 M)
These slopes are one of the most exceptional sites in the Alps. Its sunny exposition, facing the Mont-Blanc range, offers an incredible panoramic view; its pistes are suitable for skiers of all categories and levels of expertise. Accessible via the Chamonix - Plan Praz gondolas or by the Flegere cable cars.
New this winter: 6 man chair lift at the "Cornu".

BACKCOUNTRY SKIING

LE DOMAINE DE BALME (1 453 M - 2 270 M)
Novices and sportsmen, skiers and snowboarders, here, everyone will find a magnificent playground.Le Domaine de Balme, a vast, sun-soaked resort, offering wide and varied pistes. The gentle slopes of the Charamillon area or the Vallorcine descents, where experts can improve their techniques on longer runs through marvellous pine forests. A gondola lift gives access to this delightful ski area from Vallorcine, close to the Swiss border.
Two access points to the same area: an added extra!

BEGINNERS

LA VORMAINE (1 480 M)
A ski area situated next to the village of Le Tour, very sunny with plenty of snow, for beginners and intermediate skiers. Ideal for children, little ones and an introduction to snow surfing.

LES CHOSALETS(1 230 M)
Vast slope for beginners, ideal for children, situated at the entrance to Argentiere, 500 m from the start of the Lognan cable car.

LE SAVOY(1 049 M - 1 125 M)
Right in the centre of Chamonix, at the foot of le Brevent. Favourite pistes for beginners and especially children, 2 drag lifts and a conveyor belt lift. Artificial snow.

LES PLANARDS(1 062 M - 1 242 M)
In the town centre, this is the largest area for beginners and children.
5 runs: red, blue, green, and a children's park. Sun and snow guaranteed. Bar-restaurant, solarium, free car park.

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SKI PASSES
CHAMONIX
100 % SKIING UP TO 2700 M ALTITUDE!

CONSECUTIVE DAYS
This Pass is valid for all Chamonix ski areas: Brevent Flegere (Chamonix), Lognan (Argentiere), Domaine de Balme (Tour-Vallorcine), Les Planards, Le Savoy, Les Chosalets, La Vormaine (bottom-valley areas). Access the ‘Aiguille des Grands Montets' for  10 £ one way (pre-reservation necessary).

From a 3 day pass onwards, you have the possibility to take a day ‘off' (i.e. your pass is valid for 3 days skying over a duration of 4 days etc).

VALLEY PASS
NEW! The valley and the glaciers at you wish

CONSECUTIVE DAYS
The Valley pass gives you access to all the ski areas in Chamonix, Les Houches and Courmayeur (1 day per pass) + access to the excursion sites in Chamonix (Aiguille du Midi, Montenvers and Mont-Blanc Tramway) + unlimited access to the ‘Aiguille des Grands Montets' (pre-reservation necessary).

SKI PASS MONT BLANC
Ski around the Mont-Blanc resort

All Valley Pass services (except the Aiguille des Grands Montets) + unlimited access to all Mont-Blanc resorts: Chamonix, Argentiere, Domaine de Balme, Combloux, Cordon/Sallanches, Les Contamines, Les Houches, Megeve, Passy, Praz sur Arly, Saint-Gervais & Courmayeur (Checrouit/Val Veny-Italie).

LES PACKS
Skiing « A la carte »

Package deals are available for both formulas (Chamonix Pass and Valley Pass) and give you the opportunity to ski for several non-consecutive days (5, 10 or 15 days), in the space of one year, in the Chamonix areas without having to go to the ski pass counters.

NON CONSECUTIVE DAYS

*Not nominative for the 5-day package deal.

Both Passes are available at youth, senior and veteran rates. Proof required. Youth (4 to 15 years inclusive) and Senior (60 to 69 inclusive) = 20% reduction Veteran (from 70 years) = 50% reduction.

You prefer walking to skiing. Chamonix has been thin king about how to help you discover the high mountain scenery. There's no shortage of ways, on foot and by air.

MONTENVERS
Explore the Mer de Glace in its winter finery at the foot of the Drus, la Verte and les Grandes Jorasses peaks. From the arrival station, don't miss the crystal gallery, the alpine fauna exhibition and the ice grotto.

AIGUILLE DU MIDI
One of the highest cable cars in the world (3,842 m high), in two sections, it will take you on a vertiginous aerial voyage, up to the Aiguille du Midi. Surrounded by world famous summits, forever linked with mountaineering firsts - you'll be able to contemplate a unique panoramic view over the Mont-Blanc and the Alps.

FOOTPATHS
17 km of footpaths designed for walkers. Three complete circuits take walkers deep into the winter alpine lands cape. Maps available from the Tourist Office or the Foyer de Fond (cross-country ski centre).

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PANORAMIC FLIGHTS - CHAMONIX MONT-BLANC HELICOPTERES
Panoramic flights over the Mont-Blanc range from the Chamonix Valley.

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CENTRE SPORTIF RICHARD BOZON
Rates and opening times subject to modification.

SWIMMING POOL, SAUNA, HAMMAM

Open from Monday to Friday from 12:30 pm to 8 pm and Saturday and Sunday from 2 pm to 8 pm (Christmas school holidays: 2pm to 8 pm).

 TENNIS AND SQUASH

Open every day from 9 am to 12 .15 pm and from 3 pm to 7.15 pm.

Les Iles - Argentiere

Open every day from 10 am to 12.15 pm and from 4 pm to 9.15 pm.

SKATING RINK

Open from Tuesday to Sunday from 2 pm to 5 pm (every day during the February school holidays, from 2 pm to 6 pm). Night sessions every Wednesday from 9 to 11 pm. Outside skating rink from December to February depen ding on the weather conditions.

WEIGHT TRAINING ROOM AND KEEP-FIT

 
Open from Monday to Friday from 12.30 pm to 8 pm and Saturday and Sunday from 2 pm to 8 pm (Christmas school holidays: 2 pm to 8 pm).

CLIMBING HALL

Open from Monday to Friday from 12.30 pm to 8 pm and Saturday and Sunday from 2 pm to 8 pm (Christmas school holidays: 2 pm to 8 pm).

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BEAUTY, RELAXATION

BOWLING
Open every day from 5 pm to 2 am (open at 2 pm if weather is poor).

PAINT BALL
Reservation compulsory. Minimum 12 years.

SLED DOGS ‘Huskydalen'
Initiation in leading the pack, half-day or full-day outings, Trapper nights.

BRIDGE
Club de bridge. Competitions every Tuesday and Friday at 2.45 pm, Rondes de France competitions on the first Tuesday and third Friday of every month.

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DISCOVER A CULTURE

ALPINE MUSEUM
Exceptional records of the valley's past, the history of mountain climbing and skiing, mineralogy and cartography. Remarkable collection of engravings, lithographs and old posters.
Open every day from 3 pm to 7 pm and in the morning during the French school holidays from 10 am to midday (subject to change).

Prices:

"ESPACE TAIRRAZ"
Open every day from 10 am to Noon and from 2 pm to 7 pm (11 am to 7 pm during school holidays). Prices as for the Alpine Museum (Musee alpin)*.
Exhibition Hall Until December 2008: «Glaciers and men».
Musee des cristaux: presentation of crystals from the Mont-Blanc and the Alps.
* Pay for access to either the Musee Alpin or Espace Tairraz and the other establishment is free of charge.
MUNICIPAL LIBRARY
70,000 documents: books, magazines, CDs, games, CD Roms. From Tuesday to Saturday from 2.30 pm to 6.30 pm and Wednesday morning 10 am to 12 am.
bibliotheque@chamonix-mont-blanc.fr
www.bibliomontblanc.com

ANNEXE DES PELERINS: "Bibliotheque des enfants"(Children's Library)
Monday-Tuesday-Thursday-Friday from 4 pm to 6 pm. Wednesday from9 am to 12.30 pm and from 2 pm to 5 pm.

LIBRARY AT ARGENTIERE: on the 1st floor in the Town Hall, Wednesdays from 10 am to 11 am.
GUIDED HERITAGE TOURS
For individuals, groups and coach parties.

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* All prices are Sunshine World Ltd's own prices and we reserve the right to change them at any time