Location: Chamonix in France
Nearest Airport:
Geneva at 98
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Nearest Ferry:
Calais at 500
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Nearest Train:
Chamonix at 1
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Car: not necessary
Located at the foot of Mont-Blanc in the Haute-Savoie region of the French Alps, Chamonix is Europes premier outdoor sports venue. Chamonix manages to provide access to almost every type of outdoor activity available whilst at the same time offering a charming and fun town to stay in.
During winter months Chamonix offers access to five ski areas, Brevent, Flegere, Grand Montets, Domaine de Balme and Les Houches. You will find a large variety of skiing in Chamonix from easy green runs through the trees to challenging blacks for expert skiers. For those looking for a bit of adventure the 'Aguille du Midi' provides some of the most spectacular and challenging skiing in the world including the world famous 'Valley Blanche'. Your options are not limited to skiing, many people take advantage of the world class climbing on offer in the valley as well as cross country skiing, husky rides, paragliding and much more.