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A group of the most emblematic French resorts, offering services that meet the requirements of an international clientele. |
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Resort information :
Chamonix Mont-Blanc |
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© OT Chamonix Mont-Blanc
The world skiing and climbing capital of Chamonix Mont-Blanc is located at the heart of an exceptional site, at the foot of the Mont-Blanc.
The charming small town of Chamonix offers its visitors an impressive backdrop, as well as all of the mountain sporting activities.
With its ski areas divided over 3 mountainsides, Chamonix Mont-Blanc boasts 75 Alpine skiing runs over a total of 153 kms of marked runs, 130 kms of which are above an altitude of 2000 metres, as well as 42 kms of trails for cross-country skiing.
For unforgettable memories, lovers of the high-mountains will enjoy the Vallée Blanche. This is an exceptional 20 km descent over glaciers, surrounded by granite and legendary peaks; the presence of a mountain guide is highly recommended.
17 kms of footpaths have been specially prepared for those who prefer walks.
Many other mountain activities are available in Chamonix :
paragliding, ice climbing, coss-country skiing, snowshoe walks…
Chamonix is also home to good quality indoor sports facilities :
swimming pool, ice rink, tennis and squash courts and climbing wall.
As for the night owls, the lively cosmopolitan atmosphere of the night will enchant them.
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OPENING DATE :
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16-12-2007 TO 08-05-2008 |
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PARKS AND RESERVES :
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RéSERVE NATURELLE DES AIGUILLES ROUGES
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ALTITUDE :
- Resort : 1035 M
- Bottom of the slopes : 1050 M
- Top of the slopes : 3840 M |
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