Best Things to Do in Chamonix (+ Complete Chamonix Summer Travel Guide!)
Looking for things to do in Chamonix in the summer? This small mountain town packs a big punch when it comes to outdoor fun, with a collection of gorgeous trails and scenic lifts throughout the valley. In this guide, we’ll share our favorite things to do in Chamonix, including all the highlights and some off-the-beaten path adventures as well. Plus, we’ll share all our best tips, including how to get to and around Chamonix, what passes you’ll need, the best time to go, and more!
Chamonix Itinerary: 1 to 4 Days in the French Alps (Summer Version!)
Are you looking for the perfect Chamonix itinerary for your summer visit? In this guide, we’ll share 4 Chamonix itineraries that span from one to four days and include all the best highlights and trails. We’ll also include our best tips as well as a map for helping you plan your perfect Chamonix itinerary!
The Best Day Hikes in Chamonix, France (plus map + tips!)
Are you looking for the best hikes in Chamonix? There are so many amazing trails in Chamonix (both easy and hard) offering panoramic mountain views of the Alps, stunning alpine lakes, up-close glacier views, and beautiful meadow walks, that it can be hard to choose! In this guide, we’ll share our favorite Chamonix hikes, with tips on how to get to each one and what to expect on the trails.
How to Hike to Lac Blanc: The Best Day Hike in Chamonix, France
The Lac Blanc hike is one of the best day hikes in Chamonix, France, with stunning non-stop views of Mont Blanc and the French Alps the entire way. In this Lac Blanc hiking guide, we’ll go over how to get to Lac Blanc, the different hiking routes to Lac Blanc, the best time to go, what to expect on the trail, tips for avoiding the massive crowds, and much more!
How to Hike to the Albert Premier Refuge in Chamonix, France
The Albert Premier Refuge is an off-the-beaten path half day hike in Chamonix leading to stunning views of the Tour Glacier and French Alps. It’s not without its challenges, though, and involves steep climbs and narrow exposed trails. In this guide, learn everything you need to know to hike to the Albert Premier Refuge in Chamonix, including when to go, how to get to the trailhead, what to expect on the trail, and all our best tips!
How to Visit the Aiguille du Midi in Chamonix, France
A visit to the Aiguille du Midi is one of the best things to do in Chamonix! A series of scenic cable cars will bring you to a 12,600 foot peak with incredible up-close views of Mont Blanc and the French Alps. In this guide, learn everything you need to know to visit the Aiguille du Midi in Chamonix, including how to get there, when to go, costs, things to do, and more!
The Grand Balcon Nord Trail in Chamonix: How to Hike from Plan de l‘Aiguille to Montenvers
The Grand Balcon Nord Trail in Chamonix is a great half day hike that connects two of Chamonix’s most famous attractions- the Aiguille du Midi and Montenvers. Along the Grand Balcon Nord, you’ll have stunning views of the Mont Blanc massif, the French Alps, and Chamonix Valley. In this guide, learn everything you need to know about hiking the Grand Balcon Nord, including when to hike, route options, how to get to the trailheads, and how to plan your day!