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Guided Winter Activities
Link to: Chamonix Off Piste Course
Experience Chamonix off-piste, we’ll guide you on the best off-piste runs for the snow conditions. Our Chamonix ski guides will manage the avalanche risk and guide you safely through the famous Chamonix off-piste ski descents. Chamonix has a deserved reputation for long off-piste ski runs in wild settings. The great thing with skiing in Chamonix is that you have a variety of orientations and altitudes at the five different lift served areas of Brevent, Flegere, Grands Montets, Le Tour and Les Houches. It’s easy to hop over to Megeve, Les Contamines, Courmayeur or Verbier if the off-piste conditions look good.
Discover the long adventure runs on the glaciers of Les Grands Montets and the Aiguille du Midi with the famous Vallée Blanche going all the way down to Chamonix from the Aiguille du Midi. Check, Skiing the Vallée Blanche to organise a descent of the Vallée Blanche or combine it with your Chamonix off-piste course.
Having skied Chamonix off piste for many years, we know the right spot on the right day to get the most out of your off-piste skiing holiday.
We provide avalanche safety gear for off-piste skiing and ski touring if you need it. We also supply ropes and harnesses for glacier off-piste skiing, like the Vallée Blanche run.
Link to: Skiing the Vallée Blanche
The Vallée Blanche is the longest lift accessible off-piste ski run in the Alps. The Aiguille du Midi lift station at 3842m is our starting point. You’ll ski with an experienced IFMGA Mountain Guide who ropes up the group with harnesses and climbing rope to descend the ridge from the lift station. The foot of the ridge is where we start skiing. The descent then follows the 15km long Glacier du Geant through some of the most spectacular mountain scenery.
Link to: Chamonix Ski Touring
Experience Ski Touring in Chamonix with spectacular scenery. At the same time learn ski touring skills as well as route choice and avalanche safety. Ski some of the longest descents in the Alps in wild locations, with the guide managing your safety. Get tips on skiing different terrain and snow types from your experienced IFMGA Mountain Guide. After a day on the mountain enjoy the cosy chalet with good food and new friends.
Guided Summer Activities
May-Oct
1 – 10 days
Chamonix Valley
Hiking
Chamonix valley, nestled in the French Alps, is a hiker’s paradise offering breathtaking trails for all levels. Whether you’re seeking a casual walk or a challenging ascent, the region’s varied terrain ensures an unforgettable experience.
The ideal hiking season runs from late May to late October when trails are clear of snow, and mountain huts (refuges) are open. Late spring and early fall offer fewer crowds, but check weather conditions as snow can linger at higher altitudes.
Must-Try Trails
1. La Prarion summit is a very scenic short tour from Les Houches via the Prarion lift.
2. Tour du Fiz, a multi-day adventurous trail around the limestone summits near Chamonix with superb views over the Mont Blanc range.
3. La Jonction, a long and spectacular single day trip up a spur cutting two great glaciers with close-up views of the high peaks and glaciers.
4. Lac Blanc Trail: A moderate 6-hour hike offering stunning views of Mont Blanc and a pristine alpine lake. The most popular and busy tour around. Access it via the Flegere cable car.
5. Grand Balcon Nord: A scenic 4-hour traverse connecting the Plan de l’Aiguille and Montenvers, with sweeping views of glaciers and peaks.
6. Tour du Mont Blanc (TMB): For the adventurous, this multi-day trek circles Mont Blanc, crossing France, Italy, and Switzerland.
And many others.
Refuges and Rest Stops
Many trails feature mountain huts offering meals, drinks, and accommodation. Book in advance during peak season.
Chamonix’s trails blend natural beauty with accessibility, making it a must-visit for hikers worldwide.
Link to: Mountaineering Intro
Chamonix is the birth-place of alpinism and modern day mountaineering. Chamonix has the most challenging routes in the Alps, but also great classics for the beginner or less experienced mountaineer. The big draw-card in the Mont-Blanc range is the access to the mountains. One can take the cable cars up to the high alpine peaks and get straight into the alpine climbing. Brevent, Flegere, Grands Montets, Aiguille du Midi or the Skyway on the Italian side of the Mont Blanc tunnel give direct access to real alpine mountaineering
Some examples of routes we may climb with guests:
- Petit Aiguille Verte
- Aiguille du Tour
- Arete des Cosmiques
- Arete de Laurence
- Aiguille de Marbrees traverse
- Vallée Blanche traverse
- Mer de Glace ice climbing
- L’Index
- Crochues traverse
- Gran Paradiso
Link to: Chamonix Climbing
Golden granite, knife edge ridges, towering peaks and glaciers is why Chamonix is the home of alpinism. Discover this trip, you’ll experience the best climbing Chamonix has to offer on the classic climbs and hidden gems.
JUN - OCT
1 – 7 days
The via ferrata routes in the Chamonix area offer thrilling and accessible climbing experiences in the heart of the French Alps, combining breathtaking scenery with adventure. Via ferrata, meaning “iron path” in Italian, features a network of cables, ladders, and iron rungs fixed into the rock face, making it an excellent activity for both novice and experienced climbers.
One of the popular routes we guide most often is the Via Ferrata des Evettes, located at Flégère. It boasts a variety of challenges, including suspension bridges and vertical ascents, all while offering panoramic views of the Mont Blanc massif. The route is well-maintained and suitable for families, though a good head for heights is essential.
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