Holiday homes & rentals in Chamonix

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Chamonix is one of the oldest and most popular ski resorts in France. Thousands of visitors are attracted to Chamonix every year because of its beauty and impressive slopes, in fact Chamonix was also the site of the 1924 Winter Olympics. In Chamonix, ski and mountain enthusiasts have the opportunity to take the cable car to the Aiguille du Midi, where they can access the world-famous off-piste Vallée Blanche. HomeToGo has a fantastic range of affordable chalets, apartments and houses in Chamonix, and you will undoubtedly find something to suit you. Keep reading to find out about some of the French Alps' best and most exciting skiing and snowboarding destinations!

Did you know that...

The world's first Winter Olympics were held in Chamonix in 1924! The French Alps consist of 180 mountains! Mont Blanc is the highest mountain in the Alps and is also the highest point in Europe!

Things to see and do in Chamonix

Chamonix is known for its impressive ski slopes and wide range of hiking trails for all abilities. Chamonix's five main ski areas are Vallee blanche, which offers incredible glacier skiing, La Flegere which is easily accessible from town, Le Tour which is at the far end of the valley, which is a great option for little ones and beginners, Les Houches which is a perfect mountain for the family, and Grand Montets which is the most extreme, and highest of all the ski areas in Chamonix.

But Chamonix has more to offer than great skiing and snowboarding. There are a variety of other activities that attract visitors throughout the year. Some of the most popular activities in Chamonix are mountain biking, climbing, hiking, ice skating, tennis, paragliding and so on! So whatever time of year you go to Chamonix, and whatever your skill level or age, Chamonix will have something to suit you. There are other attractions for tourists - Chamonix sightseeing offers walk-on/off bus tours, and the Chalet Academy runs interesting cooking classes.

Transportation

Getting to Chamonix is fairly easy, as both a highway and railway connect the resort to the valley. A tunnel through Mont-Blanc also connects the resort with Courmayeur in Italy, and road and rail links connect Chamonix with Martigny in Switzerland. During the busy winter season, TGV trains operate directly between St Gervais-les-Bains and the rest of France and from this resort you can get a local train up to Chamonix. Chamonix is very easily accessible from Lyon as well and many people choose to travel by that route. Bus company Eurolines offers connections from Italy, Amsterdam, Antwerp, Brussels, Lille, Geneva and France's capital Paris. The surrounding resorts around Chamonix are also accessible - they include places like Servoz, Les Houches, Les Praz and Argentiere. Flying to Chamonix is also a possibility and Geneva Airport is relatively close. From here you can hire a car and drive to Chamonix - which is only 54 miles away. It is also possible during the winter to take an express bus from Geneva Airport to Chamonix. The journey takes about 45 minutes. If you can afford to then a particularly elegant way to get to Chamonix is to take a luxury helicopter! You can rent a helicopter to take you to any of the resorts in the French Alps!

Accommodation in Chamonix

In Chamonix, there are plenty of accommodation options - ranging from simple youth hostels and hostels to luxurious hotels. But if you want a more authentic experience, you can book with HomeToGo. Hosts register themselves and their accommodations on the HomeToGo website, which are manually checked by HomeToGo staff to ensure high quality - the higher the quality of an accommodation, the higher it is in the search results. Using HomeToGo is easy - just enter your destination, budget and desired amenities, then look at the offers in the search results, read the descriptions and look at the photos. You can also send a message to the host before booking if you have any questions or extra needs. When you book, we will hold your payment until we know that you have checked into your accommodation and are satisfied. If you're not satisfied, contact us and we'll try to resolve your issues, whether it's talking to the host or replacing you in another accommodation or hotel. Guests have many different options to choose from, they may want a holiday apartment with a kitchen, a dog-friendly chalet in the mountains or a smaller studio or room in the city center. No matter what your needs and preferences are, you are sure to find something that suits you. We hope you have a great trip to Chamonix and that you find your ultimate vacation rental with us!

A town known for its spectacular location at the foot of Mont Blanc and its traditional mountain chalets, Chamonix is the perfect setting for a trip to the mountains. Stay in a traditional lodge or chalet rental and experience everything this beautiful town has to offer.

Discover Chamonix's culture

A world-renowned mountain town, Chamonix has a fascinating mountain heritage. Head to the Alpine Museum, housed in the grand Chamonix Palace. It documents the town's history as a tourist destination as well as the area's fascinating geology. The Tairraz Centre, meanwhile, showcases beautiful crystals and minerals from Chamonix, the Alps and around the world.

Experience nightlife in a mountain town

Like all good ski towns, Chamonix is just as exciting after dark as it is during the day. If you love live music and good beer then pay a visit to Moö, which combines live bands with a self-service bar. For a cosy and relaxed drink, try Rue des Moulins, which has exposed stone walls and comfortable sofas. As the night goes on, clubs like Tof and Bunker Club start to fill up with DJs blasting out the latest dance tunes.

Ski, hike and climb amongst the highest peaks in Europe

Chamonix is a Mecca for outdoor sports lovers, no matter what the time of year. Head up the Aiguille du Midi cable car to see Mont Blanc up close and to access some of the finest climbing in the Alps. Hiking routes abound, with 350km of well-maintained routes surrounding the town. Take your pick from challenging high mountain routes and gentle forest trails. In winter, there's a choice of four large skiing areas offering a total of 152km snow-covered pistes.

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